Campuses & Affiliations
SITA's affiliation with ABGMVM opens globally recognised examination and certification opportunities in Odissi.
Our Affiliation
SITA is proudly affiliated with the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal (ABGMVM) — one of India's oldest and most respected institutions for classical arts education, established in 1936.
This affiliation means that SITA students can pursue formal examinations and earn certificates that are recognised across India and internationally — providing a credible, structured pathway for those seeking official recognition of their classical dance training.
The ABGMVM system provides a comprehensive framework for classical arts education, covering both practical performance and theoretical knowledge — ensuring that certified artists are complete, well-rounded practitioners.
Your Pathway
| SITA'S Modules | ABGMV Alignment |
|---|---|
| Foundation Programme | |
| Prathama – Foundation Techniques | Prarambhik level exams |
| Dwitiya – Mangalacharan | Praveshika I |
| Tritiya – Pallavi & Introductory Abhinay | Praveshika II |
| Chaturtha – Batu & Pallavi Studies | Praveshika II |
| Intermediate Programme | |
| Panchama – Literary Abhinay I | Madhyama I |
| Shashtha – Literary Abhinay II | Madhyama I + II Preparation |
| Saptama – Literary Abhinay III | Madhyama II + Visharad Introductory Preparation |
| Advance Programme | |
| Janana, Champu, Advanced Nayika & Nayika Abhinaya, Senior Ashtapadies and more | Visharad I & II and beyond |
Comprehensive Preparation
SITA students are prepared across all required subjects for ABGMVM examinations.
Complete practical examination repertoire including all required compositions for the relevant examination level.
The foundational Sanskrit treatise on performing arts — theory, classification, and application to Odissi.
Classical treatise on gesture, movement and expressive dance — essential theory for all certified Odissi practitioners.
Key Odia text specific to Odissi tradition — detailing postures, movements and expressive conventions of this classical form.
Classical rhythmic theory — time signatures, compositions and their application in Odissi dance performance.
The origin, evolution and development of Odissi — from temple traditions to the modern classical stage.
Rasa theory, Bhava, and the philosophical foundations of Indian classical arts — from ancient texts to living practice.
Important Note for Parents & Students
Completion of a SITA module does not automatically qualify a student for ABGMVM examination. Students are recommended for examination based on a holistic assessment including:
This ensures that every student who takes the examination is genuinely prepared to represent the standard of the classical tradition with integrity.