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- Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Established
- 1850
- Type
- Affiliated College
- Ownership
- Government
- Approvals
- UGC
- Annual fees
- Total intake
- 120 seats
- Official website
- gcfachennai.org
Overview
Established in 1850, the Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai, is one of India’s oldest fine arts institutions, historically significant for shaping South Indian modern art and the Madras Art Movement.
The college is affiliated to Tamil Nadu’s Directorate of Government Museums / relevant state university framework and its programmes are recognised for degree conferment.
Admission is through a portfolio-based entrance test and interview conducted by the college. Sign up free to see fees by quota, closing ranks and placement data.
Courses & fees
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Courses offered
Admission
Eligibility
10+2 in any stream; admission via a portfolio-based entrance test and interview.
Admission process
Portfolio submission, entrance test and interview conducted by the college.
Placements
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Campus & facilities
- Studios
- sculpture
- yard
- gallery
- Library
- Wi-Fi
- campus
Address
Egmore, Chennai – 600008Frequently asked questions
What is the Madras Art Movement?
It refers to the influential modern art movement in South India shaped substantially by teachers and alumni of this college from the mid-20th century onward.