AJIVASAN
MUSIC · ART · DANCE
Since 1932
Auditions open · Next batch
Ajivasan Academy of Performing Arts

Amateur— the bridge from —Professional Artist

Introducing AAPA — India's most comprehensive certification program for performing artists. Built for studio craft, stage presence, and industry readiness.

5Certifying Bodies
8Expert Mentors
20Industry Partners
Alumni Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“AAPA transformed my understanding of playback singing. The studio sessions were invaluable.”

Rahul S.

“I learned not just how to sing, but how to perform and manage my career as an artist.”

Vikram R.

“The perfect blend of classical discipline and modern technology. Highly recommended.”

Ananya M.

“AAPA transformed my understanding of playback singing. The studio sessions were invaluable.”

Rahul S.

“I learned not just how to sing, but how to perform and manage my career as an artist.”

Vikram R.

“The perfect blend of classical discipline and modern technology. Highly recommended.”

Ananya M.

“I learned not just how to sing, but how to perform and manage my career as an artist.”

Vikram R.

“The perfect blend of classical discipline and modern technology. Highly recommended.”

Ananya M.

“AAPA transformed my understanding of playback singing. The studio sessions were invaluable.”

Rahul S.

“I learned not just how to sing, but how to perform and manage my career as an artist.”

Vikram R.

“The perfect blend of classical discipline and modern technology. Highly recommended.”

Ananya M.

“AAPA transformed my understanding of playback singing. The studio sessions were invaluable.”

Rahul S.

“The perfect blend of classical discipline and modern technology. Highly recommended.”

Ananya M.

“AAPA transformed my understanding of playback singing. The studio sessions were invaluable.”

Rahul S.

“I learned not just how to sing, but how to perform and manage my career as an artist.”

Vikram R.

“The perfect blend of classical discipline and modern technology. Highly recommended.”

Ananya M.

“AAPA transformed my understanding of playback singing. The studio sessions were invaluable.”

Rahul S.

“I learned not just how to sing, but how to perform and manage my career as an artist.”

Vikram R.

Sangam Craft × Cinema × Music

Where AAPA walks with India's houses of sound

Film studios, music labels, and entertainment brands shaping the stages our artists step onto.

AA Films
Araldite
Bhansali Productions
Colors
Everest Entertainment
Finch
Koliwood
Luminous
Neighbourhood
Play Good Music
Sagarika
Sony Entertainment
Star
T-Series
Tata AIG
Times Music
Worldwide Music
Yash Raj Films
Zee Music
Zee TV
Why AAPA

The Ajivasan Experience

India's only certification program combining traditional gurukul wisdom with modern industry standards.

01

Certification

Certifications from MSBSVET, Trinity College London, Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, and Rockschool.

02

Expert Mentorship & Hands-on Training

Learn directly through live projects, studio exposure, and performance-based training with personalized feedback and mentorship.

03

Career Placement

Get industry connections, audition preparation support, and comprehensive career guidance.

04

Community & Opportunities

Be a part of a growing community of artists, singers, and producers where you can collaborate and grow together in the music industry.

Blessings

What Industry Legends Say

01 / 08
Late Smt. Lata Mangeshkar

I am thankful to Suresh Wadkar ji for carrying forward the legacy of Acharya Jiyalal Vasant ji and making it available for the younger generation.

Late Smt. Lata Mangeshkar

Legendary Playback Singer
Sh. Amitabh Bachchan

Very few organizations today are working towards rejuvenation of Indian Classical Music & I appreciate and honor Ajivasan's efforts.

Sh. Amitabh Bachchan

Actor
Sh. Gulzar Sahab

Learning Indian music with perfect decorum and methodology is possible only at Ajivasan. This is a great contribution to our society and country.

Sh. Gulzar Sahab

Poet & Lyricist
Late Ustad Zakir Hussain

This is the biggest service for art Suresh ji is doing and he has done his Guru proud.

Late Ustad Zakir Hussain

Tabla Maestro
Late Sh. Birju Maharaj

Whenever anybody asks me where should I learn music? I direct them to Ajivasan. We are fortunate to have such a Gurukul in Mumbai.

Late Sh. Birju Maharaj

Kathak Maestro
Sh. Vishal Bharadwaj

There was never and will be any competition or even comparison for Ajivasan. Ajivasan syllabus is very unique and effective, the more one learns it the more one benefits.

Sh. Vishal Bharadwaj

Composer & Filmmaker
Sh. Shaan

One who learns from Ajivasan has assurance that he/she has learnt it right! You need to go to the roots of our traditional music to understand the etiquettes of music — and you get that only at Ajivasan.

Sh. Shaan

Playback Singer
Sh. Sonu Nigam

Suresh Wadkar Ji has carried forward the legacy of our rich musical heritage. I had the privilege of visiting his music school and witnessing the incredible work being done there.

Sh. Sonu Nigam

Playback Singer
Begin Your Professional Journey

We Are Now Welcoming Dedicated Artists

Join our upcoming batch. Join our community of professionals and seekers.

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Campus Life

Life at AAPA

Studios, stage, and Gurukul mentorship — glimpses of the artist life unfolding every day.

Recording Studio
Recording Studio
The Auditorium
The Auditorium
Kathak Stage
Kathak Stage
Gurukul Mentorship
Gurukul Mentorship
Training Floor
Training Floor
Vocal Booth
Vocal Booth
Hindustani Vocal
Hindustani Vocal
Annual Day
Annual Day
Mentors

Our Faculty

Industry practitioners guiding every studio hour — craft, discipline, and stage readiness.

Avdhoot Wadkar

Avdhoot Wadkar

Mix & Master
Tejas Kamble

Tejas Kamble

Logic Pro
Omkar Pandit

Omkar Pandit

Orchestration & Arrangement
Manas Abhiram

Manas Abhiram

Logic Pro
Saransh Sharma

Saransh Sharma

Ableton Live
Neeraj Kalkar

Neeraj Kalkar

Indian Classical & Playback
Mithilesh P

Mithilesh P

Music Production
Aashima M

Aashima M

Western & Stage
Expert Consultation

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Not sure which course fits you? Speak with our mentors for clear guidance.

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