The UP PGT Music Vocal examination covers a wide range of topics from Indian classical music, vocal techniques, Ragas, rhythmic cycles and music history. It also includes Indian classical dance forms and basic concepts of Western music. Since the syllabus includes both theoretical and notation-based topics, preparation needs regular revision along with practice.
Knowing the complete UP PGT Music Vocal Syllabus can help you divide your study time between Ragas, Taals, Gharanas, important personalities, singing styles and other areas. It also makes it easier to identify topics that need more attention during revision.
The complete syllabus is divided into the following major areas:
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Section |
Topics Covered |
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Singing Styles |
Drupad Dhamar, Khayal (Vilambit and Drut), Tappa, Thumri, Tarana, Sargam, Lakshangeety, Bhajan, Trivat, Chaturang, Ragmala, Hori |
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Voice Culture |
Vocal process, Kaku Bhed (vocal modulation), effects of sound and noise pollution |
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Classification |
Raga-Ragini classification system |
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Gharana System |
Meaning of Gharana, present status and characteristics of Gwalior, Jaipur, Indore, Agra, Kirana and Patiala Gharanas |
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Artists |
Characteristics and contributions of representative artists from different Gharanas |
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Biographies and Contributions |
Life and contributions of Pt. Bhatkhande, Vishnu Digambar Palushkar, Sharang Dev, Tansen and Amir Khusro; contributions of Lochan, Bharat, Matang, Ahobal and Somnath |
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Ragas and Compositions |
Detailed study of Malkauns, Jaunpuri, Hamir, Yaman, Vrindavani Sarang, Kedar, Bageshree, Poorvi, Bhimpalasi and Bahar |
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Raga Notation and Analysis |
Bandish notation, Raga identification through short phrases, Raga elaboration, comparison of Ragas, Alap, Taan and Bol-Taan notation |
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Layakari |
Dhrupad and Dhamar compositions in Dugun, Tigun, Chaugun and Chhagun |
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Taals |
Rupak, Jhaptal, Ektaal, Sultaal, Chautaal, Dhamar, Gajjhampa, Pancham-Sawari, Teentaal, Tilawada, Deepchandi and Jhoomra |
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Taal Notation |
Thekas in Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun, along with fractional rhythms such as 2/3, 3/2, 5/4 and 7/4 |
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Indian Classical Dance Arts |
Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Kathak, Manipuri, Odissi, Mohiniyattam and Sattriya |
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Western Music |
Staff Notation System, Harmony, Melody and Western Scales |
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Western Scales |
Diatonic Scale, Natural Scale and Pythagorean Scale |
Some parts of the syllabus require regular practice and repeated revision. Give particular attention to:
Raga identification: Practise recognising prescribed Ragas through their characteristic phrases and musical features.
Raga analysis: Understand the differences between similar Ragas and practise their comparison.
Notation: Regularly practise Bandish, Alap, Taan and Bol-Taan notation.
Taal and Layakari: Revise Thekas and practise Dugun, Tigun, Chaugun and other rhythmic patterns.
Gharanas: Remember the distinctive features and representative artists of the prescribed Gharanas.
Music personalities: Revise the life, works and contributions of important musicians and musicologists.
Singing styles: Understand the characteristics and differences between the prescribed vocal forms.
Western music: Revise Staff Notation, Harmony, Melody and the prescribed scales.
You can download the UP PGT Music Vocal Syllabus PDF to keep the complete topic list available during preparation and revision.
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Syllabus |
PDF Link |
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UP PGT Music Vocal Syllabus |
A combination of conceptual study, listening and notation practice can help you cover the syllabus effectively.
Divide your study time: Keep separate time for Ragas, Taals, singing styles, biographies and Western music.
Practise Ragas regularly: Listen to classical compositions and practise identifying Ragas through their phrases.
Work on notation: Write Bandishes, Alap, Taan and Bol-Taan regularly to improve familiarity with notation.
Revise Taals: Practise Thekas and different Layakari patterns repeatedly.
Make short revision notes: Note the key characteristics of Gharanas, artists, musicians and musicologists for quick revision.
Compare similar concepts: Use comparison tables for Ragas, singing styles, Gharanas and Western scales where needed.
Use previous-year questions: Practise questions to understand how different topics are tested.
Revise regularly: Keep revisiting important terms, classifications, personalities and musical concepts instead of leaving them for the final stage.
The UP PGT Music Vocal Syllabus 2027 includes Ragas, Taals, singing styles, Gharanas, music personalities, notation, dance forms and Western music. Cover each topic systematically and revise regularly. With PW’s learning resources and consistent practice, you can strengthen your understanding, identify areas needing improvement and approach the examination with greater confidence.