Transform Your Creative Vision into Professional Success
The Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science Common Aptitude Test (HITSCAT) serves as a gateway to an intellectually stimulating and creatively fulfilling educational journey. Designed to assess and nurture creative aptitude, analytical acumen, and aesthetic sensitivity, HITSCAT identifies the multidimensional potential of students aspiring to pursue liberal and creative arts disciplines. This comprehensive aptitude test is more than an entry assessment—it is the beginning of a transformative academic experience that merges creativity with critical inquiry, equipping learners with the competencies essential for dynamic professional and academic success.
The School of Liberal and Creative Arts (SLiCA) at HITS stands as a beacon of interdisciplinary innovation and intellectual vigor. It integrates artistic expression with analytical thought, uniting diverse fields such as Visual Arts, Fashion Design, Languages, Economics, Political Science, and Visual Communication. SLiCA fosters a community where creativity meets scholarship, encouraging students to engage with the world through critical reflection, cultural awareness, and artistic innovation.
What truly distinguishes SLiCA is its synthesis of academic depth, experiential learning, and technological innovation. With a future-oriented curriculum, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and an unwavering commitment to the digital transformation of the arts, SLiCA prepares students to navigate and lead in evolving global contexts.
HITS’ extensive global partnerships—spanning over 100 institutions across 42 countries—enable SLiCA students to experience a truly international education. Through exchange programs, research collaborations, and global internships, students acquire intercultural competence and global perspectives. This exposure not only enriches their academic journey but also situates them as globally aware citizens and creative professionals capable of contributing to transnational dialogues in art, culture, and design.
The Hindustan Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (HEIC) embodies the university’s commitment to fostering innovation and enterprise. Within this ecosystem, liberal and creative arts students receive structured mentorship, access to funding, and entrepreneurial training to transform conceptual ideas into viable ventures. HEIC supports creative entrepreneurship—where art meets enterprise—encouraging students to pioneer sustainable innovations that address contemporary social and economic needs.
HITS maintains an 85% placement record, a testament to its strong industry connect and employability-focused education model. The placement cell operates through a comprehensive framework encompassing career guidance, professional development workshops, and skill enhancement programs. Graduates have secured positions in leading multinational corporations such as TCS, Amazon, Accenture, Byju’s, HDFC Life, Reliance, Vijay TV, and OMEGA. The focus remains on holistic career development—empowering students to adapt and excel in diverse professional settings.
Bridging academic theory and professional practice, HITS’ extensive network of industry collaborations ensures that students gain real-world exposure. Through internships, joint projects, industrial visits, and guest lectures by experts, SLiCA students are equipped with practical insights and experiential knowledge. The active involvement of industry leaders in the Board of Studies and Academic Council ensures curricular relevance, aligning educational outcomes with contemporary industry demands.
The faculty at SLiCA constitutes an exceptional blend of scholars, practitioners, and creative professionals. Their expertise spans academia, design practice, media production, literature, and fine arts. With a commitment to mentorship and student-centric pedagogy, SLiCA’s faculty cultivates intellectual curiosity, creative autonomy, and professional excellence. Their academic rigor and industry experience collectively nurture a learning environment that is both intellectually challenging and creatively empowering—preparing students to become leaders, innovators, and visionaries in the liberal and creative arts landscape.
| Department of Social Sciences |
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| B.A. Political Science |
| B.A. Economics |
| B.A (Triple Major)- Law, Political Science and Economics |
| Department of Visual Communication |
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| B.Sc. Visual Communication |
| Department of Commerce and Finance |
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| B.Com. -Bachelor Of Commerce (General) |
| B.Com.- Accounting and Finance |
| B.Com. Business Analytics |
| Department of Languages |
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| B.A. English |
| Department of Fashion, Design and Arts |
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| B.Sc. Fashion Design |
| B.Sc. Interior Design |
| B.Sc. Product Design |
| B.Sc. Industrial Design |
| Department of Visual Arts |
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| BVA Bachelor of Visual Arts (Specialization: Applied Arts/ Painting / Sculpture) |
| Sl. No | School of Liberal and Creative Arts (SLiCA) | HITSCAT 2026 |
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| 1 | Issue of HITSCAT 2026 Application Form | 10 December 2025 |
| 2 | Last date for applying | 22 May 2026 |
| 3 | Entrance Examination | 25 May 2026 & 26 May 2026 |
| 4 | Counselling dates | 1 June 2026 to 5 June 2026 |
| 5 | Commencement of classes | July 2026 |