Sir JJ School of Art, Mumbai, established in 1857, is widely regarded as the first private art institution in India.

Private art institutions in India were initially established to train artists for commercial purposes, such as the production of paintings, sculptures, and other decorative items for the British market.

Kala Bhavan, Santiniketan, founded by Rabindranath Tagore in 1919, is renowned for its emphasis on traditional Indian art forms, including painting, sculpture, music, and dance.

National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, established in 1961, is recognized for its innovative approach to art education, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning and design thinking.

Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology, Bangalore, founded in 1996, is known for its focus on contemporary art, design, and digital media.

Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune, established in 1996, has a strong reputation for its industry connections and placement record, with graduates securing jobs in leading design firms and organizations.

Indian Institute of Art and Design, Delhi, founded in 2009, is known for its emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendly design, integrating these principles into its curriculum and projects.

Whistling Woods International, Mumbai, established in 2006, is a leading private art institution specializing in film and media arts, offering courses in filmmaking, animation, and media management.

JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai, founded in 1988, is renowned for its focus on fashion design and technology, offering courses in fashion design, fashion communication, and fashion business management.

National School of Drama, Delhi, established in 1959, is a premier private art institution dedicated to performing arts, offering courses in acting, direction, and playwriting.

Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts and Communication, Delhi, founded in 1983, is known for its focus on visual arts and photography, offering courses in painting, sculpture, photography, and printmaking.

Indian Institute of Design and Manufacturing, Jabalpur, established in 2007, is known for its focus on design and innovation, offering courses in industrial design, product design, and transportation design.

National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi, established in 1986, is known for its focus on traditional crafts and textiles, offering courses in fashion design, textile design, and fashion communication.

School of Architecture and Planning, Chennai, established in 1955, is known for its focus on architecture and urban design, offering courses in architecture, urban planning, and interior design.

Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, Mumbai, founded in 2000, is known for its focus on digital arts and animation, offering courses in animation, visual effects, and game design.