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Featured Announcement
June 2026

Digital Assessments Launch

AIMDUK introduces a new era of digital assessments for Indian classical arts, enabling students globally to participate through secure online platforms.

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Official Notices

Official Announcements

Digital 10 Jun 2026

Digital Assessments Now Available for All Grades

Students enrolled in Grades 1–8 across Carnatic Music, Hindustani Music and Bharatanatyam can now opt into digital assessment mode for their upcoming examinations.

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Examinations 5 Jun 2026

June Examination Registration Open Until 30th June

The registration window for the June 2026 examination session is now open. Students are encouraged to register early to secure their preferred centre and time slot.

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Teachers 1 Jun 2026

New Teacher Certification Pathway Introduced

AIMDUK launches a structured Teacher Certification Programme offering recognised credentials for instructors of Indian classical arts at all levels.

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International 22 May 2026

International Examination Centre Network Expanded

Fifteen new authorised examination centres have been registered across Malaysia, UAE, Canada and Australia, bringing AIMDUK's global network to over 200 centres.

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Guidelines 15 May 2026

Updated Examination Guidelines for 2026 Session

Revised guidelines covering repertoire requirements, assessment criteria and centre conduct regulations have been published for the 2026 academic year.

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Awards 8 May 2026

Annual Excellence Awards Nominations Now Open

Nominations for the AIMDUK Annual Excellence Awards 2026 are now being accepted. Recognising outstanding students, teachers and examination centres worldwide.

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Key Dates

Examination Timeline

Important dates and milestones for the 2026 examination session.

1 June 2026

Registration Opens

The June 2026 examination registration portal opens for students and examination centres worldwide. Register via the AIMDUK member portal to confirm your preferred examination format — in-person or digital.

30 June 2026

Application Deadline

Final date to submit examination registrations and payment. Late applications will not be accepted. Ensure all supporting documents, including teacher endorsements, are uploaded before the deadline.

July 2026

Practical Assessments

Live practical examinations conducted at authorised centres across 40+ countries. Digital assessment slots are available throughout the month. Students will receive individual timetables via email.

September 2026

Results Publication

Examination results published on the AIMDUK member portal. Grade reports and examiner feedback available for download. Students requiring remarking should submit applications within 14 days of results release.

October 2026

Certificate Distribution

Official AIMDUK certificates dispatched to registered examination centres and individual students. Digital certificates available for immediate download. Physical certificates carry the official AIMDUK seal and OQFAL accreditation mark.

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What's On

Upcoming Events & Activities

Join AIMDUK events designed to inspire, educate and connect our global community of classical arts practitioners.

14 Jul
Webinar

Teacher Development Webinar

Online — Zoom

A focused professional development session exploring modern pedagogy techniques for teaching Carnatic Music and Bharatanatyam to young learners.

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22 Jul
Conference

International Music Conference

London, United Kingdom

An international gathering of scholars, musicians and educators celebrating the global reach of Indian classical arts and AIMDUK's expanding network.

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3 Aug
Workshop

Exam Preparation Workshop

Online — Google Meet

Practical guidance for students preparing for Grade 5 and above examinations, covering performance standards, theory components and examiner expectations.

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18 Aug
Festival

Annual Cultural Festival

Birmingham, UK & Online

AIMDUK's flagship annual celebration showcasing outstanding student performances and honouring excellence across all classical arts disciplines.

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Credentials

Press & Recognition

AIMDUK's qualifications carry internationally recognised credentials trusted by universities, institutions and governments worldwide.

International Accreditation

All AIMDUK qualifications are fully accredited by OQFAL — the Ofqual-equivalent regulatory body — ensuring compliance with UK and international qualification frameworks and providing students with credible, portable credentials.

OQFAL Accredited

UCAS Recognition

AIMDUK's Diploma and higher-grade qualifications are recognised by UCAS, awarding tariff points that contribute to university applications across the United Kingdom. A landmark recognition for Indian classical arts.

UCAS Recognised

Global Arts Partnerships

AIMDUK maintains formal partnerships with leading cultural institutions, music academies and dance organisations across India, the UK, South-East Asia, the Gulf region and beyond, enriching the curriculum and examination standards.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions

AIMDUK publishes official announcements as they arise, typically several times per month. Major examination-related notices are issued at regular intervals aligned with the examination calendar, while qualification updates and accreditation news are published immediately upon confirmation.

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