Dancer

What Do They Do?

  • Imagine you are watching a movie song, music video, or stage show.
  • Someone is dancing with a rhythm, expressions, and exciting moves that entertain the audience.
  • That professionals are called Dancers.
  • 👉 In simple words: Dancers use body movements, rhythm, and expressions to entertain people.

🎓 How to Become a Dancer

The courses to pursue this career are given below :

These beginner-level courses help students learn dance basics, rhythm, movement coordination, stage confidence, and performance skills.

Certificate in Dance Choreography

Duration: 3 – 6 Months

Eligibility: Class 10 Pass

Entrance Exam: Direct Admission / Practical Audition

Diploma in Dance & Performing Arts

Duration: 1 – 2 Years

Eligibility: Class 10 Pass

Entrance Exam: Direct Admission / Basic Fitness Test

📝 Exam Details

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Direct Admission Audition

Note: Most beginner dance and choreography courses after 10th focus on practical performance skills and do not require national-level entrance exams.

These undergraduate programs help students improve dance techniques, choreography, stage performance, creative direction, and team coordination skills.

Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA) in Dance

Duration: 3 – 4 Years

Eligibility: 10+2 Pass (Any stream)

Entrance Exam: CUET UG / Audition

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance

Duration: 3 – 4 Years

Eligibility: 10+2 Pass (Any stream)

Entrance Exam: CUET UG / University Exam / Meri Based / Audition

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Dance

Duration: 3 Years

Eligibility: 10+2 Pass

Entrance Exam: Merit-Based Admission / Audition

📝 Exam Details

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CUET UG Audition University Entrance Exam Merit-Based Admission

Note: Most dance and choreography degree programs after 12th include practical auditions to test rhythm, coordination, flexibility, and stage performance.

These advanced programs help dancers master choreography, stage direction, creative leadership, and professional performance techniques.

Master of Performing Arts (MPA) in Dance

Duration: 2 Years

Eligibility: BPA or Graduate with dance experience

Entrance Exam: University Entrance Test & Practical Audition

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Dance

Duration: 2 Years

Eligibility: BFA or equivalent to Bachelor's Degree

Entrance Exam: University Entrance Test & Practical Audition

Master of Arts (MA) in Dance

Duration: 2 Years

Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in dance

Entrance Exam: University Entrance Test & Practical Audition

Post Graduate Diploma in Dance

Duration: 1 – 2 Years

Eligibility: Bachelor's degree (Dance / Performing Arts or equivalent)

Entrance Exam: Merit Based / Practical Audition

Ph.D in Dance

Duration: 3-6 Years

Eligibility: Master's Degree in Dance

Entrance Exam: UGC-NET / University Entrance Exam

📝 Exam Details

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University Entrance Exam Audition Merit Based UGC-NET
Note: Advanced dance programs focus heavily on live performances, choreography, and artistic specialization.

Note:

(Age limits, marks, and admission process may vary depending on the college or state. These courses are available in many colleges and universities across India. You can choose colleges based on your location, budget, and entrance exams.)

🏛️ Top Dance Colleges & Institutes in India

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After Class 10

Terence Lewis Professional Training Institute (TLPTI), Mumbai Kathak Kendra (National Institute of Kathak Dance), New Delhi Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat

After Class 12

Kalakshetra Foundation, Chennai Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat SAGE University, Indore, Madhya Pradesh Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu Nalanda Nritya Kala Mahavidyalaya (University of Mumbai), Mumbai Kerala Kalamandalam, Thrissur

After Graduation

Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), Nagpur, Maharashtra Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwavidyalaya (IKSVV), Khairagarh Bharathiar Palkalaikoodam, Puducherry Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata Nalanda Nritya Kala Mahavidyalaya, Mumbai, Maharashtra S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
STEP 1

Imagine you are working as a Dancer.

STEP 2

You practice dance moves, expressions, and stage performance every day.

STEP 3

You perform in stage shows, music videos, films, or competitions.

STEP 4

If this excites you, this career may suit you.

Where do Dancers work? (Job Roles + Growth)

Dancers work in : Movies, Television programs, Music videos, Live stage shows, Theatre productions, Dance companies, Advertisements, Cultural performances, and other Entertainment productions.

🟢 Beginner Roles

Background Dancer

(After Certificate in Dance / Online Course)

Performs in group dance scenes.

Assistant Dance Instructor

(After Diploma in Dance / Performing Arts)

Helps students learn dance basics.

🔵 Mid-Level Roles

Lead Company Dancer

(After BPA / BA in Dance + Experience)

Performs important dance roles.

Studio Dance Teacher

(After Diploma / BA in Dance + Experience)

Teaches dance styles to students.

🟣 Advanced Roles

Principal Dancer

(After MPA / PG Diploma + Experience)

Performs lead dance performances.

Dance Studio Owner / Director

(After MPA + Experience)

Manages dance training programs.

International Dance Companies

They hire dancers for stage performances and world tours.

Film & Music Industry

Dancers perform in movies, concerts, and music videos.

Social Media & Content Creation

Dancers create videos for YouTube, Instagram, and global audiences.

Online Dance Training

You can teach dance classes to students worldwide.

(Click Yes or No for each question)

1. Do you like dancing?

2. Do you enjoy performing in front of people?

3. Have you ever tried learning dance steps from movies or social media?

4. Imagine you are working as a Dancer in a music video. The dance steps for the song have already been decided, and you need to learn them. You practise the steps with the other dancers. You make sure your dance moves match the music and stay in coordination with the group. When the music video is released, viewers see your performance on screen. Do you like this type of work?

5. You are invited to give a solo classical dance performance at a cultural event. You learn the dance routine and practise it many times. You work on your expressions, hand movements, and footwork to perform the dance well. When you perform on stage, the audience watches your performance and appreciates your dance. Does this type of work interest you?