Introduction: Arts Colleges in Karnataka, navigating a career choice after the 12th standard marks a pivotal phase in a student’s academic journey, laying the foundation for future educational pursuits and professional endeavors. The decision-making process becomes particularly intricate for those immersed in the realm of arts. Historically, the avenues for arts students were limited, yet the contemporary landscape has witnessed a surge in demand for creative and artistic skills across diverse industries. In this blog, we delve into the myriad career possibilities awaiting arts enthusiasts’ post-12th in 2023. We’ll dissect the trajectories, remuneration, and job outlooks associated with these pathways.
Arts graduates aren’t confined to traditional trajectories alone; they can embark on journeys leading to civil services examinations, roles in banking as probationary officers, or even pursue chartered accountancy. However, the crux lies in selecting the right specialization, as the choice of subject intricately shapes future career prospects. The array of courses after 12th spans linguistics, political science, law, mass communications, economics, geology, psychology, history, and language studies such as Hindi or English.
The plethora of options presents both opportunities and challenges. Therefore, meticulous consideration is paramount when identifying the most fitting course and subject. This blog aims to illuminate the best career options after 12th in the arts stream, offering valuable insights for those navigating this crucial decision-making juncture.
List of Arts Colleges in Karnataka
| S No. | Names of Arts Colleges in Karnataka |
| 1 | Christ University, Bangalore Vivekananda Degree College, Bangalore |
| 2 | Kristu Jayanti College, Bangalore Jain University, Bangalore |
| 3 | Maharani Lakshmi Ammanni College for Women, Bangalore |
| 4 | Jyoti Nivas College, Bangalore |
| 5 | The National Degree College, Bangalore |
| 6 | MES College of Arts, Commerce & Science, Bangalore |
| 7 | Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar |
| 8 | Indian Institute of Art and Design, New Delhi |
| 9 | RV University, Bangalore Mount Carmel College, Bangalore |
| 10 | Jain (Deemed-to-be University) Online, Bangalore |
| 11 | Alliance University, Bangalore |
| 12 | Chanakya University, Bangalore |
| 13 | KSOU IBMR Learner Support Centre, Hubli |
| 14 | NMKRV College for Women, Bangalore |
| 15 | Garden City University, Bangalore |
| 16 | Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Bangalore |
| 17 | B.R. Tambakad Arts Commerce and Science First Grade College, Haveri |
| 18 | KLE Society’s S. Nijalingappa College, Bangalore |
| 19 | Hasanath College for Women, Bangalore |
| 20 | IIM Bangalore, Bangalore |
| 21 | National Law School of India University, Bangalore |
| 22 | AIMS Institutes, Bangalore |
| 23 | Acharya Bangalore B-School, Bangalore |
| 24 | Welcom group Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Manipal |
| 25 | Center for Management Studies, Jain University, Bangalore |
| 26 | Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal |
| 27 | St Joseph’s University, Bangalore |
| 28 | National Institute of Technology, Surathkal |
| 29 | Presidency College, Bangalore |
| 30 | St. Aloysius College, Mangalore |
| 31 | International School of Business and Research, Bangalore |
| 32 | JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore |
| 33 | St. Joseph’s College of Commerce, Bangalore |
| 34 | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore |
| 35 | JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Bangalore |
| 36 | Krupanidhi Group of Institutions, Bangalore |
| 37 | Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, Manipal |
| 38 | Indian Academy Group of Institutions, Bangalore |
| 39 | SDM College Ujire, Mangalore Surana College, Bangalore |
| 40 | St George College of Management Science and Nursing, Bangalore |
| 41 | CMR University, Bangalore |
| 42 | International Institute of Business Studies, Bangalore |
| 43 | T John Institute of Management and Science, Bangalore |
| 44 | National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Bangalore |
| 45 | International Institute of Hotel Management, Bangalore |
| 46 | Acharya Institute of Graduate Studies, Bangalore |
| 47 | REVA University, Bangalore Azim Premji University, Bangalore |
| 48 | IIT Dharwad – Indian Institute of Technology, Dharwad |
| 49 | Bengaluru North University – [BNU], Kolar |
| 50 | Karavali College, Mangalore |
| 51 | KLE University, Belgaum |
| 52 | GITAM, Bangalore |
| 53 | Yenepoya University, Mangalore |
| 54 | Nitte University – [NITTE], Mangalore |
| 55 | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Bengaluru Campus, Bangalore |
| 56 | Sharnbasva University, Gulbarga |
| 57 | M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences – [MSRUAS], Bangalore |
| 58 | Srinivas University, Mangalore |
| 59 | BLDE University, Bijapur |
| 60 | SJES College of Management Studies, Bangalore |
| 61 | Dayananda Sagar Institutions – [DSI], Bangalore |
| 62 | Kalpataru Institute of Technology – [KIT], Tiptur |
| 63 | Brindavan Group of Institutions, Bangalore |
| 64 | AVK Group of Institutions, Bangalore |
| 65 | Khaja Bandanawaz University – [KBNU], Gulbarga |
| 66 | East West College of Management – [EWCM], Bangalore |
| 67 | AJ Institute of Engineering and Technology – [AJIET], Mangalore |
| 68 | SDM College of Business Management – [SDMCBM] Kodialbail, Mangalore |
| 69 | SB Group Of Institutions, Bangalore |
| 70 | Aditya Institute of Management Studies and Research – [AIMSR], Bangalore |
| 71 | Sri Venkateshwara Educational Institution, Bangalore |
| 72 | R. S. College of Management and Science, Bangalore |
| 73 | Excel Business Academy, Bangalore |
| 74 | School of Architecture, CMR University – [SOA], Bangalore |
| 75 | Padua College of Commerce & Management, Mangalore |
| 76 | Pooja Bhagavat Memorial Mahajana Post Graduate Centre, Mysore |
| 77 | BES Group of Institutions, Bangalore |
| 78 | Vasavi Group of Institutions Vijaynagar, Bangalore |
| 79 | School of Research and Innovation, CMR University, Bangalore |
| 80 | Basaveshwara College of Commerce, Arts & Science, Bangalore |
| 81 | ARG Arts and Commerce College, Davanagere |
| 82 | Anjuman Arts & Commerce College, Belgaum |
| 83 | Anjuman-E-Islam’s Anjuman Arts, Science and Commerce College, Bijapur |
| 84 | Anjuman Arts Science and Commerce College & P.G. Centre, Dharwad |
| 85 | Anjuman College for Women – [ACW] Bhatkal |
| 86 | BESM Arts & Commerce College Byadgi Haveri |
| 87 | BHS Arts & TGP Science College Jamkhandi |
| 88 | BMS College for Women – [BMSCW] Bangalore |
| 89 | B.V. Bhoomareddi College of Arts Science and Commerce Bidar |
| 90 | Bangalore City College – [BCC] Bangalore |
| 91 | DES’s Bangurnagar Arts Science and Commerce College – [BNDC] Dandeli Kannada |
| 92 | Basudev Somani College Mysore |
| 93 | Besant Evening College Mangalore |
| 94 | Beynon Smith Methodist Degree College of Arts Belgaum |
| 95 | Bhandarkars Arts and Science College Udupi |
| 96 | Bi Bi Raza Degree College for Women – [BBRDC] Gulbarga |
| 97 | Canara College Mangalore |
| 98 | Cauvery College Gonikoppal Kodagu |
| 99 | Crossland College Udupi |
| 100 | DVS College of Arts & Science Shimoga |
| 101 | Dr. A. V. Baliga Institute of Social Sciences and Rural Management Udupi |
| 102 | Dr. G. Shankar Government Women’s First Grade College and Post Graduate Study Centre Udupi |
| 103 | Field Marshal KM Cariappa College – [FMKMCC] Kodagu |
| 104 | Gokhale Centenary College – [GCC] Ankola |
| 105 | Goutham College Bangalore |
| 106 | Government First Grade College Bettampady Dakshin |
| 107 | Kannada Government Arts and Science College Karwar |
| 108 | Government First Grade College Chikmagalur |
| 109 | Government First Grade College Ajjampura Chikmagalur |
| 110 | Government First Grade College Byndoor Udupi |
| 111 | Government First Grade College Malur Kolar |
| 112 | Government First Grade College Belthangady |
| 113 | Government First Grade College Bhadravati Shimoga |
| 114 | Government First Grade College Shankaranarayana Udupi |
| 115 | Govinda Dasa College – [GDC] Surathkal |
| 116 | IDSG Government College Chikmagalur |
| 117 | Indian Academy Degree College – [IADC-A] Bangalore |
| 118 | Indian Academy Evening College – [IAEC] Bangalore |
| 119 | JSS College for Women (Autonomous) Mysore |
| 120 | JSS College of Arts and Commerce Chamarajnagar JSS |
| 121 | College of Arts Commerce and Science – [JSSCACS] Mysore |
| 122 | K.N.V.V. Sangha’s Arts and Commerce College Kittur – [KNVVSACCK] Belagavi |
| 123 | Kamala Nehru Memorial National College for Women – [KNMNC] Shimoga |
| 124 | Kittel Arts |
| 125 | College Dharwad Laxmi Venkatesh Desai College – [LVD] Raichur |
| 126 | Lorven School of Social Sciences Bangalore |
| 127 | M.P.E. Society’s S.D.M. College of Arts |
| 128 | Science and Commerce – [SDMC] Honavar |
| 129 | Madhava Pai Memorial College – [MPMC] Manipal Udupi |
| 130 | Maharaja Madakarinayaka First Grade College – [MMFGC] Chitradurga |
| 131 | Maharanis Arts and Science College For Women |
| 132 | Mysore Mahatma Gandhi Memorial College – [MGM] |
| 133 | Udupi Mallamma Marimallappa |
| 134 | Women’s Arts and Commerce College Mysore |
| 135 | Maratha Mandal’s Arts and Commerce College – [MMACC] Khanapur Belgaum |
| 136 | Milagres College Udupi |
| 137 | Mulki Sunder Ram Shetty College – [MSRSC] Udupi |
| 138 | Mysore Correspondence College – [MCC] Malleshwram Bangalore |
| 139 | N.D.R.K First Grade College – [NDRKFGC] Hassan |
| 140 | N.V. Arts |
| 141 | Sri Kanhyalal Malu Science and Dr. Pandurangrao Patki College of Commerce Gulbarga |
| 142 | Patel Institute of Science and Management – [PISM] Bangalore |
| 143 | Pragathi First Grade College Bijapur |
| 144 | RTES Society’s Arts Science and Commerce College Ranibennur |
| 145 | Rani Parvati Devi College of Arts and Commerce – [RPD] Belagavi |
| 146 | Rural Development Society’s BSW College – [RDS] Belgaum |
| 147 | SBRR Mahajana First Grade College Mysore |
| 148 | S.E.A. College of Arts |
| 149 | Commerce and Science – [SEACSAM] Bangalore |
| 150 | SJR College of Science |
| 151 | Arts and Commerce – [SJRC] Bangalore |
| 152 | Srishaila Jagadguru Vageesha Panditaradhya College Harihar Davanagere |
| 153 | SS Arts College and TP Science Institute Belgaum |
| 154 | SS Margol College of Arts Science and Commerce Gulbarga |
| 155 | SVS Bellubbi Arts and Commerce College Belgaum |
| 156 | Sarsa College of Arts and Sciences Mangalore |
| 157 | School of Social Work – [SSW] Roshni Nilaya Mangalore |
| 158 | Seshadripuram First Grade College – [SFGC] Bangalore |
| 159 | Shanthi Degree College Mandya |
| 160 | Shivanand Arts Commerce College Belgaum |
| 161 | Shri Sangameshwar Arts & Commerce College – [SSACC] Bijapur |
| 162 | Shri Siddaganga College of Arts Science and Commerce Tumkur |
| 163 | Sri Siddartha First Grade College – [SSFGC] Tumkur |
| 164 | Sir M V Government Arts and Commerce College – [SMVGACC] Shimoga |
| 165 | Smt. Chinnamma Basappa Patil Arts and Commerce College – [CBPDC] Chincholi |
| 166 | Sree Siddaganga College of Arts Science and Commerce for Women – [SSCW] Tumkur |
| 167 | Sri Dhavala College Moodbidri |
| 168 | Shree Gokarnanatheshwara College Mangalore |
| 169 | Sri Mahaveera College Moodbidri |
| 170 | Sri Mrityunjaya College of Arts Commerce BBA & BCA Dharwad |
| 171 | Sri Sharada College Udupi |
| 172 | Sri Manjunath Swamy First Grade College – [SMSFGC] Davanagere |
| 173 | Srinivas Institute of Social Work – [SISW] Mangalore |
| 174 | St Mary’s College Udupi |
| 175 | St. Philomena College – [SPC] Puttur |
| 176 | St. Philomena’s College Mysore |
| 177 | St. Raymond’s College Vamanjoor Mangalore |
| 178 | The Dalai Lama Institute for Higher Education – [DLIHE] Bangalore |
| 179 | The Oxford College of Arts Bangalore |
| 180 | Tunga Mahavidyalaya Shimoga |
| 181 | V.C.B. Education Society’s Arts and Commerce College Raichur |
| 182 | Vani Sakkare Government First Grade College Chitradurga |
| 183 | Veerashaiva College Bellary |
| 184 | Vidya Vikas Master of Social Works Mysore |
| 185 | Vinayasadhana Institute of Formative Spirituality and Counselling Bangalore |
| 186 | Vivekananda College of Arts Science & Commerce Puttur |
| 187 | Vivekananda Institute for Leadership Development – [V-LEAD] Mysore |
| 188 | Flash Frame Visuals Academy of Film and Television – [FFVA] Bangalore |
| 189 | National Academy of Cinema and Television – [NACT] Bangalore |
| 190 | Srishti Manipal Institute of Art Design and Technology Bangalore |
| 191 | Berean Baptist Bible College & Seminary – [BBBC&S] Bangalore |
| 192 | South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies – [SAIACS] Bangalore |
| 193 | Southern Asia Bible College – [SABC] Bangalore |
| 194 | United Theological College – [UTC] Bangalore |
| 195 | Exterior Interior (P Ltd) Bangalore |
| 196 | Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan – [BVB] Bangalore |
| 197 | Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography – [NIKC] Bangalore |
| 198 | Noble Institute of Education Society Bangalore |
| 199 | Chamarajendra Govt. College of Visual Arts – [CAVA] Mysore |
| 200 | Baldwin Women’s Methodist College – [BWMC] Bangalore |
| 201 | Convergence Institute of Media Management and Information Technology Studies – [COMMITS] Bangalore |
| 202 | Government Film and Television Institute Bangalore |
| 203 | Manipal Institute of Communication – [MIC] Manipal |
| 204 | NICC International College of Design Bangalore |
| 205 | Nitte Institute of Communication – [NICO], Mangalore |
| 206 | ANITECH College of Technology and Management, Bangalore |
| 207 | Sri Adichunchanagiri College of Pharmacy – [AACP], Mandya |
| 208 | BVV Sangha’s Shri SR Kanthi Arts Commerce and Science College, Bagalkot |
| 209 | Besant Women’s College, Mangalore |
| 210 | Brindavan College, Bangalore |
| 211 | CB Bhandari Jain College, Bangalore |
| 212 | Govt. First Grade College – KGF, Kolar |
| 213 | Kukke Shri Subrahmanyeshwara College, Dharwad |
| 214 | Sindhi College Bangalore |
| 215 | Montfort College |
| 216 | Yuvaraja’s College Mysore |
| 217 | Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Management Studies Bangalore |
| 218 | Indo Asian Academy Degree College Bangalore |
| 219 | Koshys Institute of Management Studies – [KOSHYS] Bangalore |
| 220 | Presidency College of Hotel Management Bangalore |
| 221 | Sri Siddhartha Institute of Management Studies- [SSIMS] Tumkur |
| 222 | M Basavaiah Residential College Chitradurga |
| 223 | Regional Institute of Education – [RIE] Mysore |
| 224 | Institute of Business Management and Technology – [IBMT] Bangalore |
| 225 | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Mysore Campus Mysore |
| 226 | Bangalore University – [BU] Bangalore |
| 227 | Central University of Karnataka – [CUK] Gulbarga |
| 228 | Davangere University Davanagere |
| 229 | Gulbarga University – [GU] Gulbarga |
| 230 | Kannada University – [KU] Hampi |
| 231 | Karnatak University – [KU] Dharwad |
| 232 | Karnataka State Open University – [KSOU] Mysore |
| 233 | Kuvempu University – [KU] Shimoga |
| 234 | Mangalore University Mangalore |
| 235 | University of Mysore – [UOM] Mysore |
| 236 | Rani Channamma University – [RCUB] Belagavi |
| 237 | Tumkur University Tumkur |
| 238 | Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University – [VSKU] Bellary |
| 239 | Indo Asian Women’s Degree College Bangalore |
| 240 | Smt. Allum Sumangalam Memorial Degree College for Women Bellary |
| 241 | Aswathalah Esthuri Sanjeevamma National Degree College – [AESNDC] Chikkaballapur |
| 242 | GEC’s GS Patil Arts and Commerce College Dharwad |
| 243 | Indo Asian Academy Evening College Bangalore |
| 244 | Karnataka Theological Research Institute – [KATHRI] Mangalore |
| 245 | The National Degree College Bangalore |
| 246 | SJMV BAJSS Arts and Commerce College for Women Ranibennur |
| 247 | Smt Veeramma Gangasiri College for Women Gulbarga |
| 248 | Karnataka Janapada Vishwavidyalaya Haveri |
| 249 | Karnataka State Akkamahadevi Women’s University – [KSAWUV] Bijapur |
| 250 | School of Correspondence Karnatak University Dharwad |
| 251 | Faculty of Arts Departments Mysore |
| 252 | Government First Grade College – [GFGC] Holenarasipur |
| 253 | Maharaja’s College Mysore |
| 254 | University Evening College University of Mysore Mysore |
| 255 | Government First Grade College Mysore |
| 256 | Vijaya First Grade College, Mandya |
| 257 | Government First Grade College Mandya |
| 258 | B.M. Shetty Government First Grade College Hassan |
| 259 | Government First Grade College Heggadadevanakote Mysore |
| 260 | Home Science College Hassan |
| 261 | Government First Grade College Melukote Mandya |
| 262 | Bharathi College Mandya |
| 263 | Government First Grade College Halebeedu Hassan |
| 264 | Y.M.Mallikarjunaswamy Government First Grade College Chamarajnagar |
| 265 | J.S.S. College for Women Chamarajnagar |
| 266 | Government First Grade College Nagamangala |
| 267 | Government College (Autonomous) Mandya |
| 268 | Government First Grade College Pandavapura |
| 269 | J.S.S. College for Women Chamarajnagar |
| 270 | YDD Government First Grade College Hassan |
| 271 | Government First Grade College Sakleshpura |
| 272 | Government First Grade College Arkalgud |
| 273 | Government College for Women Mandya |
| 274 | Government College of Home Science Hassan |
| 275 | Government First Grade College – [GFGC] Koppa |
| 276 | Sri Nataraja First Grade Residential College for Women Mysore |
| 277 | Arakalagudu Varadarajulu Kanthamma College for Women Hassan |
| 278 | Government First Grade College Alur |
| 279 | Government First Grade College Krishnarajpet |
| 280 | Government First Grade College for Women Hassan |
| 281 | Government First Grade College Chamarajnagar |
| 282 | Government First Grade College for Women Holenarasipur |
| 283 | Government First Grade College Arsikere |
| 284 | Government First Grade College for Women Maddur |
| 285 | Government First Grade College Bannur Mysore |
| 286 | Government First Grade College Bharathinagar – [GFGC] Mandya |
| 287 | Government First Grade College Bilikere – [GFGC] Hunsur |
| 288 | Vidya Vikas First Grade College Mysore |
| 289 | JSS College of Arts Commerce & Science Mysore |
| 290 | Government First Grade College Channrayapatna |
| 291 | Government First Grade College Gundlupet |
| 292 | Shanthi Arts Science and Commerce College Mandya |
| 293 | Mysore City Minarity First Grade College -[MCM] Mysore |
| 294 | Channbasaveshwar College of Arts Science and Commerce Bidar |
| 295 | Sri Adichunchanagiri College of Arts & Commerce – [SACM] Mandya |
| 296 | Sri D Devaraj Urs Government First Grade College Hunsur |
| 297 | Dr. B. R. Ambedkar First Grade College Bidar |
| 298 | Sri Mahadeshwara Government First Grade College Chamarajnagar |
| 299 | Dr. Ambedkar College of Arts & Commerce Gulbarga |
| 300 | Teresian College Mysore |
| 301 | Karnatak Arts Science and Commerce College Bidar |
| 302 | BET College of Management and Science – [BET College] Bangalore |
| 303 | Kuvempu University Directorate of Distance Education – [DDE] Shimoga |
| 304 | Directorate Of Distance Education, Bangalore University, Bangalore |
| 305 | Directorate Of Distance Education, University Of Mysore – [DDE UOM], Mysore |
| 306 | S S K Basaveshwar College Of Arts & Science, Bidar |
| 307 | Meredian College, Mangalore |
| 308 | SECAB A.R.S. Inamdar Arts, Science & Commerce College for Women, Bijapur |
| 309 | St. Aloysuis Evening College – [SAEC], Mangalore |
| 310 | NTSS Shri Shankar Arts and Commerce College, Dharwad |
| 311 | Sri Siddhartha Centre for Media Studies, Tumkur |
| 312 | Poornaprajna College, Udupi |
| 313 | Pompei College, Mangalore |
| 314 | Union Christian College – [UCC], Tumkur |
| 315 | Saint Mary’s Syrian College – [SMSC], Udupi |
| 316 | L.B. & S.B.S. Arts, Science & Commerce Autonomous College, Shimoga |
| 317 | Shri Gavisiddheshwara Arts, Science & Commerce College, Koppal |
| 318 | Vijaya College, Dakshin Kannada |
| 319 | Nehru memorial College, Mangalore |
| 320 | St. Agnes College, Mangalore |
| 321 | Sri J.C.B.M. College, Chikmagalur |
| 322 | London American City College, Bangalore |
| 323 | K.R.Bellad Arts and Commerce College, Gadag |
| 324 | JSS Banashankari Arts, Commerce & S.K.Gubbi Science College, Dharwad |
| 325 | K.L.E. Arts and Commerce College, Gadag |
| 326 | Alva’s College Moodubidire, Dakshin Kannada |
| 327 | Sri Bhuvanendra College, Karkal |
| 328 | JSS Shri Manjunatheshwara Institute of UG and PG studies, Dharwad |
| 329 | RGES’s Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital, Gadag |
| 330 | Melkar women’s Degree College, Bangalore |
| 331 | A. V. Patil Degree College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Gulbarga |
| 332 | Dr. A.V. Baliga college of Arts and Science, Kumta |
| 333 | M.S. Irani Degree College Of Arts Science & Commerce, Gulbarga |
| 334 | Sri Venkataramana Swamy College, Bantwal |
| 335 | Shri Prabhu Arts, Science & J.M. Bohra Commerce College, Shorapur |
| 336 | Carmel College, Bantwal |
| 337 | Cauvery College, Virajpet |
| 338 | MES’s M.M. Arts and Science College, Sirsi |
| 339 | MVP’s Mahanta Swamy Arts, Science and Commerce College, Haveri |
| 340 | Govt Degree College, Sindhanur |
| 341 | Amrita School of Arts and Sciences – [ASAS], Mysore |
| 342 | University of Mysore, Institute of Development Studies – [IDS], Mysore |
| 343 | Krupanidhi Degree College, Bangalore |
| 344 | Sree Veerendra Patil Degree College, Bangalore |
| 345 | Lingaraj College, Belagavi |
| 346 | Mangalore University, Center for Distance Education, Mangalore |
| 347 | Anjuman Degree College & P.G. Centre, Bhatkal |
| 348 | St Hopkins College, Bangalore |
| 349 | SRJ College For Women, Bangalore |
| 350 | Smt VHD Central Institute of Home science College (Autonomous), Bangalore |
| 351 | ICAT Design and Media College, Bangalore |
| 352 | St. Joseph’s Evening College – [SJEC] Bangalore |
| 353 | St. Francis de Sales College Bangalore |
| 354 | St. Claret College – [SCC] Bangalore |
| 355 | St. Anne‘s Degree College for women Bangalore |
| 356 | Maharani’s Arts Commerce and Management College for Women Bangalore |
| 357 | Government First grade College Vijayanagar Bangalore |
| 358 | Dayananda Sagar College of Arts Science and Commerce – [DSCASC] Bangalore |
| 359 | ISBR College Science and Commerce – [DSCASC] |
| 360 | Universal Group of Institutions – [UGI] Science and Commerce – [DSCASC] |
| 361 | Bangalore School Of Design – [BSD] Science and Commerce – [DSCASC] |
| 362 | IIFA Multimedia Science and Commerce – [DSCASC] |
| 363 | School of Economics & Commerce CMR University – [SOEC] Bangalore |
| 364 | School of Social Science and Humanities CMR University – [SOSSH] Bangalore |
| 365 | Asian Institute of Design – [AID] Bangalore |
| 366 | International Institute of Fashion Design – [INIFD] MG Road Bangalore |
| 367 | Soundarya Institute of Management and Science – [SIMS] Bangalore |
| 368 | Teachers Academy Group Of Institution Bangalore |
| 369 | Animaster College of Animation & Design Bangalore |
| 370 | CREO Valley School of Film and Television Bangalore |
| 371 | Sacred Heart College Dakshin Kannada |
| 372 | International Institute of Aviation – [IIA] Bangalore |
| 373 | Koshys Animation & Media School – [KAMS] Bangalore |
| 374 | Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University – [KSRDPRU] Bangalore |
| 375 | Karnataka State Dr. Gangubhai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University – [KSGHMPAU] Mysore |
| 376 | Karnataka Samskrit University Bangalore |
| 377 | Bengaluru City University Bangalore |
| 378 | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar School of Economics Bangalore |
| 379 | RV University – [RVU] Bangalore |
| 380 | Acharya School Of Design – [ASD] Bangalore |
| 381 | Aditya Group of Institutions Bangalore |
| 382 | Chennais Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management – [CAIIHM] Bangalore |
| 383 | Seamedu School of Pro-Expressionism Bangalore |
| 384 | National School of Journalism & Public Discourse – [NSOJ] Bangalore Mandya |
| 385 | Mandya University |
| 386 | Arena Creative Campus Bangalore |
| 387 | Indian Institute for Human Settlements – [IIHS] Bangalore |
| 388 | ASK Institute of Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts – [ASKIHMCA] Bangalore |
| 389 | LV Prasad Film and TV Academy Bangalore |
| 390 | Vidyashilp University – [VU] Bangalore |
| 391 | Karnatak Science College Dharwad |
| 392 | Jain (Deemed-to-be University) Online Bangalore |
| 393 | De Paul First Grade College Mysore |
| 394 | Arunodaya College Bangalore |
| 395 | Abbas Khan College for Women Bangalore |
| 396 | Alva’s College Kannada |
| 397 | School of Science Jain University Bangalore |
| 398 | MVM Group of Institutions |
| 399 | Christ Academy Institute for Advanced Studies – [CAIAS] |
| 400 | St. Francis College – [SFC] Bangalore |
| 401 | Maharani Cluster University – [MCU] |
| 402 | Imperial Institute of Advanced Management Bangalore |
| 403 | Government First Grade College – [GFGC] Davanagere |
| 404 | Chanakya University – [CU] Bangalore |
| 405 | Harsha Institutions Bangalore |
| 406 | T John Group of Institutions Bangalore |
| 407 | Alliance School of Liberal Arts Bangalore |
| 408 | St. Pauls College – [SPC] Bangalore |
| 409 | KSOU IBMR Learner Support Centre Hubli |
| 410 | Audio Life – Institute of Sound Engineering Bangalore |
| 411 | ISBC College of Arts Science and Commerce Bangalore |
| 412 | Srushti Degree College Bangalore |
| 413 | Don Bosco College Bangalore |
| 414 | Yenepoya University Bangalore |
| 415 | Indian Culinary Academy – [ICA] Bangalore |
| 416 | Institute for Social and Economic Change – [ISEC] |
| 417 | Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College Bangalore |
| 418 | Vijaya College Bangalore |
| 419 | Shree Daksha Academy Bangalore |
| 420 | IIFA Lancaster Degree College Bangalore |
| 421 | Academy of Pastry and Culinary Arts – [APCA] Bangalore |
| 422 | Amity University Bangalore |
| 423 | St. Vincent Pallotti College Bangalore |
| 424 | Christ Imperial Institute of Management and Science – [CIIMS] Bangalore |
| 425 | Alliance School of Economics Bangalore |
| 426 | Centre of Excellence in Public Policy Sustainability and ESG Research Bangalore |
| 427 | Akash Group of Institutions Bangalore |
| 428 | Christ University Bangalore (Kengari Campus) Bangalore |
| 429 | Christ University Bangalore (Yeshwanthpur Campus) Bangalore |
Arts Colleges in Karnataka Courses and Programs Available
A plethora of employment opportunities unfolds for students upon completing their 12th grade in the arts stream. A compelling pathway for consideration is enrolling in a BFA course following the culmination of their 12th-grade education. Beyond this, a diverse array of fields beckons arts enthusiasts, including sociology, law, mass media, education, hospitality, and event management. To provide a well-organized roadmap for those contemplating art-centric career options, we’ve curated a comprehensive list featuring some of the most promising avenues post-12th in the arts stream.
Below are some popular choices in Arts Streams
- Sociology
- Economics
- English
- BSc in Design
- Political Science
- Bachelors of Arts
- Event Management
- Diploma in Education
- Bachelors of fine arts (B.F.A)
- Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM)
- Bachelor in Fashion Designing
- Bachelor of Hotel Management
- Bachelors of Business Administration
- Integrated Law Course (B.A + L.L.B)
- Bachelors of Journalism and Mass Communication
Arts Colleges in Karnataka Job and Salary Scope for Arts Students
| Degree | Salary | Career options |
| Bachelors of Arts | BA average Salary range is – ₹4,33,106 | Content writer Executive Assistant Human Resource Manager(HR) |
| Bachelors of fine arts (B.F.A) | The Average Salary for BFA is – 5,30,422 | Teacher/ Professors Professional Dancer/ Singers Art Directors Creative Writers |
| Bachelors of Business Administration | The Average Salary for BFA is – ₹4,42,251 | Financial Analyst Marketing Managers Human Resources Managers(HR) Sales and Marketing executives |
| Integrated Law Course (B.A + L.L.B) | BA + LLB Average salary range from ₹5,00,000- ₹8,00,000 | Company Secretary Legal Advisor Litigation Lawyer |
| Bachelors of Journalism and Mass Communication | The Average Salary for a Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication is – ₹4, 26,474 | Content writer Copywriter Marketing Executive |
| Bachelor in Fashion Designing | Bachelors of Design average salary – ₹5,93,218 | Fashion Designer Design Manager Fashion Stylist |
| Bachelor of Hotel Management | Hotel Management Average Salary – ₹1,370,000 | Hotel Manager Accommodation Manager Meeting & Event Planner |
| Event Management | The average salary for event management is – ₹6,25,000 | Event Planner Event Manager Wedding Planner |
| BA in Sociology | Average Salary for Sociology – ₹4,00,000 | Social Worker Journalist Rehabilitation Counselors Family Counselors |
| BA in Political Science | Average Salary for Sociology – ₹6,10,419 | Business executive Political scientist Political consultant |
| BA in Economics | Average Salary range from ₹1,80,000 to ₹14,00,000 | Economist Financial Risk Analyst Data analyst Accountant |
| BA in English | The Average Salary for BA English is – ₹4,13,822 | Professor Content Writer Journalist Copywriter |
Arts Colleges in Karnataka Entrance Exams post completing Bachelor of Arts
- Common Admission Test (CAT)
- Management Aptitude Test (MAT)
- Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT)
- Graduate Record Examinations (GRE)
- Common Proficiency Test (CPT)
- Common-Law Admission Test (CLAT)
- Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
- CEED (Common Entrance Exam for Design)
Note: Salaries are subject to change and dependant on the market
FAQs
What are popular jobs I can do after graduating with an arts degree?
In the dynamic landscape post arts degree completion, an array of sought-after professions beckons, including graphic designer, video editor, interior designer, creative director, journalist, media manager, event manager, and public relations specialist. These roles stand out as prime examples of high-demand occupations, presenting exciting opportunities for individuals with an artistic and creative flair.
Is Graduation in BA necessary to appear for UPSC exam?
For those with aspirations of conquering the UPSC exam, channeling your focus towards BA subjects such as political science, history, geography, philosophy, and public administration is paramount. These subjects go beyond being merely instrumental—they serve as potent tools to elevate your readiness for the examination. Immerse yourself in the depth of these disciplines, as doing so can substantially fortify your foundational knowledge and skill set, rendering them indispensable selections for those embarking on the formidable journey of navigating the challenges posed by the UPSC.
What are popular career options after taking up the arts stream?
Embracing the arts stream opens up a vast spectrum of career possibilities. Within this expansive landscape, one can explore avenues such as graphic design, journalism, fashion design, law, hotel management, event planning, interior design, food photography, filmmaking, and more. The diversity of options available underscores the versatility and richness of opportunities that the arts stream offers, allowing individuals to carve unique and fulfilling career paths based on their passions and interests.
What jobs I can get after completing Graduation in Fine Arts?
Embarking on a career in fine arts typically involves pursuing foundational courses such as a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or a diploma in fine arts at the undergraduate level. These educational pathways equip individuals with the essential skills needed to thrive in the field. Upon acquiring the necessary expertise, a myriad of job opportunities opens up within realms such as applied arts, drama and theatre, music, dance, photography, filmmaking, and more. For those inclined towards flexibility and autonomy, freelancing emerges as a compelling starting point, providing a great avenue to kickstart a career in the dynamic world of fine arts.
Can Art stream students get admission in hotel management?
The path to a career in hotel management is indeed open to those who have pursued arts in the 12th grade. There are several specialized courses tailored to cater to this transition, including:
- Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)
- BA in Hotel Management
- BA in Hospitality and Travel
- Bachelor in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT)
These courses offer a comprehensive blend of skills and knowledge, bridging the gap between arts education and the dynamic field of hotel management. So, if you have a penchant for the hospitality industry, these programs provide a solid foundation to embark on a rewarding career in hotel management.
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