Sir. JJ School of Art
#Sir_Jj_Scool_of_Art
Sir J. J. School of Art (formally the Sir Jamsetjee Jeejeebhoy School of Art) is Mumbai’s oldest and one of India’s most prestigious art institutions:
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History & Architecture
• Founded in March 1857, with funds donated by philanthropist Sir Jamsetjee Jeejeebhoy .
• Initially based in Elphinstone Institution; shifted to its own iconic neo‑Gothic building in 1878, designed by George Twigge Molecey .
• The campus is a Grade II heritage site, with restorations completed in the early 2000s .
• Lockwood Kipling—father of Rudyard Kipling—was its first dean and led critical ateliers in decorative arts; Rudyard was born here in 1865 .
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Departments & Degree Programs
Offers a robust range of disciplines across Undergraduate (B.F.A, B.Arch, B.Des) and Postgraduate (M.F.A, M.Arch, M.Des) programs including:
• Drawing & Painting
• Sculpture & Modelling
• Ceramics, Metal Work, Textiles
• Interior Decoration
• Architecture (via Sir J. J. College of Architecture, spun off in 1952)
• Applied Art emerged as its own institute in 1961  .
Curricula integrate studio work, research, electives, and culminate in capstone projects, aligning with the National Education Policy .
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Legacy & Notable Alumni
JJ’s alumni include luminaries such as:
• M.F. Husain, F.N. Souza, Tyeb Mehta, S.H. Raza – renowned painters
• B.V. Doshi – Pritzker Prize–winning architect
• Homai Vyarawalla – India’s first female photojournalist
• Bhanu Athaiya – Oscar‑winning costume designer
• Nana Patekar, Amol Palekar – celebrated actors
• Raj Thackeray, Uddhav Thackeray – prominent political leaders  
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Affiliations & Campus Culture
• Currently affiliated to the University of Mumbai and accredited by the AICTE .
• Located on a nine‑acre heritage campus in Fort, South Mumbai .
• Apart from degree programs, JJ offers diplomas, hobby courses, and hosts annual art exhibitions and cultural events (e.g., Jayanti celebrations, classical music nights) .
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Why It Matters
• Artistic & academic excellence: A legacy of over 160 years, shaping India’s visual arts and architecture landscape .
• Heritage architecture: The campus itself is a living museum of 19th-century architecture.
• Influential alumni network: Leaders across creative, cultural, and civic arenas.
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Quick Facts
Aspect Details
Location 78 Dr. D. N. Road, Fort, Mumbai 400001
Dean Vishwanath D. Sabale 
Established 1857
Campus Urban, heritage‑listed
Website sirjjschoolofart.in
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Interested in Visiting or Studying?
• Visit: The Fort campus offers guided glimpses into its neo-Gothic architecture and studios.
• Study: For aspirants, entrance exams include MAH AAC CET (for B.F.A/B.Des) and NATA/JEE (for B.Arch); eligibility and intake details available on their official site .
• Engage: Attend open events like annual exhibitions, musical nights, and heritage tours.
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If you’d like deeper insights on any department, admission guidance, or virtual tour options, feel free to ask!
