Presidency University Bengaluru Hosts Open House 2026: Creativity and Innovation Day on April 17

Students in Karnataka have a unique opportunity to get a glimpse of university life at the Presidency University Open House 2026, scheduled to take place on April 17, 2026. From 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM on the vibrant Bengaluru campus, the Open House promises a fun-filled day with interactive workshops, contests, and a chance to talk directly to faculty, with the goal of generating new ideas and discovering new academic passions.

 Hands-on learning in the creative arts 

Presidency University Open House 2026 is not your usual college fest. It is a hands-on, skill-based learning experience with in-depth workshops in the most popular and in-demand fields. Class 10, 11, and 12 students will get hands-on experience in Media Production, Creative Writing, Design Thinking, and Psychology. Students will get a real taste of what it is like to study these subjects in the undergraduate programs at Presidency University, with hands-on practice using the creative tools and techniques used in the media studies, design, and arts programs at the university. Sessions are led by faculty, providing a chance to get feedback and guidance on the possibilities in these exciting fields. 

Cash prizes in the contests 

There are also two lively contests where students will get a chance to showcase their skills and win cash prizes. In the Reel Making Contest, short videos on campus-related topics, shot in the style of popular social media videos, will be judged by the media faculty on creativity, content, and technique.In the Creative Writing Contest, there will be writing contests on given themes, testing the skills, imagination, and emotions of the students. 

The winners will also get prizes, certificates, and priority scholarship awards at the university. The contests will provide a leveled platform for students from various schools, where raw talent will shine through regardless of experience.

 A strategic peek into university life 

If you’re a student from Bengaluru, this Open House is the perfect opportunity to experience the academic culture at Presidency University. Students will get a chance to visit the state-of-the-art facilities at the university, including media studios, design studios, and psychology research facilities. 

Students will also get a chance to interact with the university’s undergraduates and admission counselors. The Open House will also provide information about the admission process, entrance requirements, fee structures, and scholarship schemes for various courses offered at the university, including the BA Media Studies program, B.Des, and B.Sc Psychology.

Parents and school counselors are equally welcome, with dedicated Q&A sessions for addressing practical concerns. Registration is free, but highly recommended due to limited workshop seats. Registration also ensures that students can book their preferred sessions through the university’s website.

Why April 17 Matters for Karnataka Students?

The Presidency University Bengaluru event is more than an event. It’s a career discovery event, keeping in mind the growth of the creative economy in the country. In the current scenario, digital content creation, design thinking, and media skills are the need of the hour. Therefore, the event is aligned with the requirements of the job market. Moreover, the university’s record of placing students in the media and design sectors also adds to the significance of the event.

Bengaluru, the capital of the creative economy in the country, hosts the event. Therefore, for students in the region, April 17 is an opportunity to experience an alternative to college fairs that take place elsewhere. For students who aspire to become content creators, designers, writers, or psychologists, the event is an opportunity to gain skills, network, and gain insights into their future. Registration details for the event will soon appear on the Presidency University website. For students who want to have fun along with planning their future, the event is one to watch out for.