Test Guidelines & Certification

Our art curriculum takes students on a creative journey through 15 thoughtfully designed projects, helping them grow from foundational skills to confident artistic expression.


To celebrate their learning milestones, students can earn three levels of certification — Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced, each marking their progress and dedication.

Certification Levels

  • After completing the first 5 projects (up to the Mandala Project), students become eligible for the Elementary Level Test.
    Those who are halfway through their 5th project can also register in advance.

    To qualify, students must also:

    • have participated in atleast 2 out-of-studio events, and

    • have completed at least 5 volunteer hours

    Details :

    • Test Duration: 60 minutes

    • Test Fee: $50+tax = $53.95

    • Location: Bothell Studio

  • Students who have completed 10 projects can appear for the Intermediate Level Test.
    Those who are halfway through their 10th project can also register in advance.

    To qualify, students must also:

    • have participated in atleast 4 out-of-studio events, and

    • have completed at least 15 volunteer hours

    Details :

    • Test Duration: 90 minutes

    • Test Fee: $75+tax = $80.93

    • Location: Bothell Studio

  • The Advanced Certification is an external evaluation and can be taken after completion of all 15 projects in the curriculum. It is co-conducted by our affiliating organization in Bihar.

    The evaluation is designed to assess a student’s mastery of artistic concepts at a professional level.

    To learn more about the syllabus, fee, and evaluation process, please visit the Advanced Certification Page

Test Schedule

All tests are conducted in person at our Bothell Studio on the second Saturday of these months:
January • April • July • October

Students can plan their assessments based on their project completion and readiness.

Out-of-station students are requested to please contact our Certification Coordinator for further guidance.

Registration Details

A formal announcement about the upcoming test will be posted in our community group six weeks in advance.

  • Parents can register their children using the Test Registration form below.

  • Upon payment of the fee, you’ll receive a confirmation message along with pre-test guidelines.

Results & Certification

Results are announced within 2–3 weeks of the test date.

Certificates are presented in class to celebrate each student’s achievement and artistic growth before their peers.

Celebrate Your Artistic Journey!

Every certification level is a step forward and a reflection of your dedication, creativity, and passion for art.

Stay tuned to the community group for upcoming test announcements and registration details.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Elementary Level:

    • Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering the basic theory of Madhubani Painting

    • Sketching, outlining, and coloring a simple bird or animal (there will be choices provided)

    • A creative task designed to assess on-the-spot thinking

    Intermediate Level:

    • A short subjective response (50–100 words) on topics such as Madhubani history, current trends, or the use of AI in art

    • Border drawing and finishing techniques

    • Human form drawing, including border work, sketching, outlining, and completing the piece using kachani, bharni and more

  • Students must bring:

    • Pencil and eraser

    • Black markers

    • Posca pens

    • Brushes and paints

    Paper will be provided at the test venue.

  • Absences will be excused only in the case of illness. No other exceptions will be accommodated.

  • No. Students who have completed more than 10 projects may directly take the Intermediate Level test.

  • The test is designed to be approachable and achievable. Students who have completed their respective level’s projects will find the tasks familiar and manageable. Both Elementary and Intermediate students will perform well with little preparation, as the test content aligns closely with what they have already practiced in class.

Test Registration Form

Test registration is a two-step process, and your registration will be confirmed only after both steps are completed.

Step 1: Fill out the registration form below.

Step 2: Make the payment for the test fee via Zelle or Venmo using the details provided:

  • Zelle: payments@deeptidesigns.com

  • Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/DeeptiDesigns

    Once the payment is made, please share a screenshot of the payment confirmation with the certification coordinator to complete your registration.