COLLEGE OF ARTS & CRAFT

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

College of Arts & Crafts was established at Govind Mitra Road, Patna on 25th January 1939, by Late Shri Radha Mohan Ji and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first member of the Management Committee of this college. Government of Bihar took control of this famous college in the year 1949 and in the name of Government School of Arts & Crafts, it used to offer five year Diploma programmes. But, during the year 1957, the school was shifted to Vidyapati Marg, where it stands today with a newly built structure and consisting of a student's hostel as well. The institution was renamed on 12th April 1977 to Government College of Arts & Crafts and is affiliated with Patna University. The college is situated 3 km away from the Patna Railway Station and is at a distance of about 2.5 km away from Gandhi Maidan.

The strategic vision of the College of Arts & Crafts Patna is to foster educational excellence in fine art/visual art and to develop research oriented environment. This vision is carried out by the faculty and staff of the college through artistry and engagement. A strong fine art program unlocks and supports the artistic potential of our students. The best discipline comes from a commitment to shared goals. The visual/ fine arts encourage each individual to work in a creative, cooperative and collaborative manner while promoting independent thinking. Students learn best in a participative and creative environment placed within a firm framework of high standards in teaching and learning. This vision builds on the core values of the institute that contribute to the educational experience and embrace teaching, scholarly/creative work, and service such as:

1. Provide advancement of knowledge in Visual Art field.

2. Promotion of arts and developing a culturally rich environment

3. To make this college a center for Visual Art in all its disciplines

This College runs Bachelor of Fine Arts, a 4 years (8 semesters) course program in Visual Art having four different subjects of Visual Art. The mission of the College of Arts & Crafts Patna, is to prepare students with strong personal interests in the Visual Arts and to successfully pursue higher learning and/or a career in Fine/Visual Arts by channeling their unique skills and talents through an intense, integrated academic and arts program with high academic and artistic standards.

Facilities

E-Library /  SWAYAM Lab / Smart Classroom / Computer Lab / Boy's Hostel / Boys Common Room / Girls Common Room / R.O Water Plant with Chiller  / Free Wi-fi Internet Facilities./ IP CCTV Camera Security System / Fire Extinguisher (BC & ABC Type) / Canteen / Badminton & Volley Ball Court / Outdoor Playground / Seminar Hall / Arts Gallery / Parking Area etc