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In this page, we are providing the details of Pearl Academy of Fashion Entrance Exam 2010. We have tried our best to provide the accurate information about this test. However we insist you to verify the details with the concerned authorities
Introduction
The Pearl Academy of Fashion is one of the most respected institutes of fashion and design in India. It will conduct the PAF Entrance Exam for admission to its 4-year degree courses in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising & Production, Fashion Retail & Merchandising, Communication Design, Textile Design and Jewellery Design.
In 2010, students who get a valid test score from the National Entrance Examination for Design (NEED), and seeking admission into any of the design programs of Pearl Academy of Fashion, would not have to appear for the Design Aptitude Test conducted by the institute. However there will be a cut-off mark below which NEED scores will not be taken into consideration when admitting students to Pearl Academy of Fashion.
Eligibility
For admission to 4 year BA (Hons) Degree course in Fashion Design (FD), Textile Design (TD), Communication Design (CD), Jewellery Design (JD), Fashion Merchandising and Production (FMP) and Fashion Retail Merchandising (FRM) at Pearl Academy of Fashion, candidates need to pass the 12th standard or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate in any stream.
Test Pattern
The General Proficiency Test (GPT) for FMP and FRM course would test the knowledge of the candidate's proficiency in language (comprehension, vocabulary and expression), mathematics of 10th standard, logic etc. The GPT would be of 1 hour duration.
Candidates desiring admission in FD, TD, JD and CD need to take the Design Aptitude Test (DPT) in addition to the General Proficiency Test (GPT). The Design Aptitude Test examines the candidate's proficiency in perception, illustration, drawing visualization, color etc.
Application Form
The application forms and prospectus for admission to various undergraduate courses at Pearl Academy of Fashion can be obtained by sending a request along with a crossed demand draft of Rs. 1150/- made in favor of "Pearl Academy of Fashion" payable at New Delhi. One can also procure the application forms and prospectus from the Academy's counter against cash payment of Rs. 1000/-. You can also download it from the institute's website www.pearlacademy.com. Those who download the application form should make the payment of Rs. 1000/- at the time of submitting the application form.
Submitting the Application Form
The duly filled application form should be submitted at Pearl Academy of Fashion, A-21/13, Naraina Industrial Area, Phase II, and New Delhi 110028 on or before 23rd May 2010. It can be sent either by post or courier. You can also submit the form by 5.30 p.m., 26th May by hand.
Test Centers:
The Pearl Academy of Fashion Entrance Exam 2010 will be held in the following test centers- New Delhi (Pearl Academy of Fashion, Gargi College, Jesus & Mary College), Jaipur (Pearl Academy of Fashion), Chennai (Pearl Academy of Fashion) Kolkata (St. Xavier's College), Mumbai (PV Polytechnic), Lucknow (Mont Fort Inter College), Chandigarh (DAV Model School).
Important Dates
Last Date for receipt of application forms: May 22, 2010 by post and May 25 by hand
Date of Written Test: May 30, 2010.
Declaration of written test: June 9, 2010
Group discussions and interviews will take place during June 14-18, 2010
Announcement of final result: June 24, 2010