The call of the Academy has always been to allow a student to develop a commitment in life with a passion for learning, irrespective of course and degrees. In selecting its candidate, the Academy assesses natural talent and the capacity to receive long and arduous training to attain the desired heights. Once selected, a scholar is expected to train under his or her guru, maintaining the traditional Guru Shishya Parampara.

Candidates are short listed by the selection committee on the basis of a half hour recorded sample of their music. Successful applicants are sent application forms and are invited to appear for the final audition and interview before our Expert Committee.
Depending upon their merit, the new entrants are placed in the categories of General Class students and Scholars. All receive free training under a guru allotted by the Academy. Those with outstanding talent receive scholarship to cover living costs, free accommodation, free meals and are in the honoured category of 'Scholars'.

The process of assessment, appraisal and counselling continues throughout the training period of these students. Auditions in the shape of Wednesday Recitals are also part of this process.