National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)
Admissions 2026 - Applications Open | 3-Year Diploma Programmes in Theatre & Music
Positions
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|
| Theatre Department - 3-Year Diploma Programme (Curriculum: Acting & Performance, Voice & Diction, Movement, Theatre History & Dramatic Literature, Script Writing, Stagecraft, Improvisation, Stage Make-up, Lighting Design) | None | FA/FSc/A-Levels (or equivalent), Proficiency in Urdu & Basic English | 18 Years & Above |
| Music Department - 3-Year Diploma Programme (Courses: Vocals, Piano, Guitar, Sitar, Tabla, Flute, Sarangi) | None | Basic sense of sur and taal; for instrument course: fundamental knowledge of chosen instrument with ability to perform basic exercises with rhythm and pitch | 12 Years & Above |
Qualifications
Theatre: 18 Years & Above, FA/FSc/A-Levels (or equivalent), Proficiency in Urdu & Basic English; Music: 12 Years & Above, applicants should have a basic sense of sur and taal, candidates applying for an instrument course should have fundamental knowledge of their chosen instrument and be able to perform basic exercises with rhythm and pitch.
Last Date
Theatre Department Last Date to Apply: Wednesday, 26th August 2026 | 3pm; Music Department Last Date to Apply: Friday, 28th August 2026 | 3pm
How to Apply
Application Forms are available through NAPA Website or NAPA Campus. After submitting the completed application form along with proof of registration fee, eligible candidates will receive the required audition material, detailed instructions, and their audition schedule via contact information provided. Auditions are open to applicants from across Pakistan. Theatre Audition Process: Round 1: Monologues; Round 2: Interview & Studio Session (only students who cleared Round 1 will be called for Round 2). Music Audition Process: Candidates assessed on Sense of Sur & Taal, Vocal Ability (where applicable), Basic Playing Skills (for instrument applicants), Performance Potential.
Contact
Theatre Admissions: 0371-1054212, Email: theatre.coordinator@napa.org.pk; Music Admissions: 0371-0188422, Email: music.admission@napa.org.pk; Website: www.napa.org.pk