FROM THE DESK

Government College of Art, Chandigarh is one of the prominent institutes of Fine Arts in India. It is a very prestigious institute which primarily caters to the needs of the students in North India, who aspire to delve deep into various facets and nuances of art and aesthetics. Over the past many decades, Government College of Art fully understands its responsibility and endeavours to impart best of the knowledge to its students and keep pace with the changing times and trends. It was established by the British originally in Lahore in the late 19th century. After partition it came to Shimla, before it finally moved to the City Beautiful, Chandigarh. Since its inception, it has met many challenges successfully and it continues to strive for perfection. Many of its alumni have made a distinct identity for themselves in various fields, at academic and professional levels in India and abroad.

We understand and accept the challenges posed by the rapid and ever changing world around us. We are committed and constant in our endeavour to equip ourselves better and keep abreast of the requirements of the times. We have very experienced, talented and highly qualified faculty to train our students to achieve professionalism in their respective fields. Our aim is to contribute to the overall development of our students by making them not only great artists but better individuals and intellectuals as well.

Dr. Alka Jain
HOD cum Principal
Govt. College of Art
Chandigarh