Main information
A conservatory is a professional art school designed for exceptionally talented or gifted pupils in the fields of music, singing, dance or musical ‑dramatic art.
Depending on the field of study and the chosen programme of study, the duration of study may be four, six or eight years.
The six-year programmes combine secondary and subsequently higher vocational education. During the fourth year, pupils can pass the school-leaving examination, while after the sixth year they finish their education with an graduation, thereby obtaining higher vocational education in the Conservatory and the DiS designation. This model is standard at most music conservatories.
Admission to the conservatory is always associated with a talent test, which is an essential condition for admission to study. Candidates demonstrate their artistic skills, knowledge and prerequisites for the chosen field, while meeting the requirements for medical fitness.
From the school year 2026/2027, the director of the conservatory will announce the first round of the admission procedure in the period from 15 October to 31 October.
The Talent Exam takes place from 2 January to 17 January in the first round of the 2026/2027 school year.
The specific dates and detailed conditions of the admission procedure are set by each conservatory separately in the announced criteria.
This applies to you if
- You are a person talented or gifted in music, singing, contemporary dance or dramatic art.
- You have a background in elementary art school (not a condition).
If you are a minor, your parents - legal guardians - decide whether to apply to the í Conservatory, but you must agree to apply even if you are a minor.
The condition of admission is the fulfillment of the requirements of the admission procedure, i.e. especially the success of the talent test, the content and form of which is determined by the headmaster of the school.
When to use this service
The six-year programme starts after completion of compulsory schooling or after obtaining basic education, if you obtain it before completion of compulsory schooling.
From the school year 2026/2027, the director of the conservatory will announce the first round of the admission procedure in the period from 15 October to 31 October.
The Talent Exam takes place from 2 January to 17 January in the first round of the 2026/2027 school year.
Vyřízení služby - elektronicky
What you need if you are using this service
The application can be submitted electronically via the DiPSy information system .
In such a case, it is necessary to have a so-called identity of the citizen, thanks to which the person submitting the application is uniquely identified and which thus replaces the signature of that person.
Applicants can also see the results of the admission procedure in the information system after entering their registration number.
Where and how to solve this service
The process is carried out via the DiPSy information system.
After logging in through the identity of the citizen, it will be redirected back to the system, which instructively leads to filling in and filing the application. This applies to the first and second rounds of the admission procedure.
Applications can be submitted electronically and in a data box (after filling in the application form, which is available for download in DiPSy) to all schools listed in the application form.
In the first and second rounds, all submitted applications are identical, from the third round only the school to which the application is submitted is listed on the application form, and the application can no longer be submitted electronically via the DiPSy system, but only by a document or data box.
Participation in a talent or school exam must be personal.
How much will you pay
None
Vyřízení služby - osobně
What you need if you are using this service
You must submit a signed application form using the relevant downloadable form in DiPSy, including the annexes set out in the published criteria for each school.
Where and how to solve this service
You can submit your application with attachments by post or in person to each school on the application form separately.
In the first and second rounds, all applications are identical; from the third round, only the school to which the application is submitted is listed on the application form.
How much will you pay
None
Additional information
What is the benefit of this service
- After successful completion of studies, the opportunity to become a professional in the given art field.
- In the case of passing the graduation exam, it is possible to study at any university.
Appeal options
You file an appeal against non-acceptance through the director of the conservatory.
An appeal against a decision not to accept a candidate is decided by the Regional Authority or Prague City Hall, which is competent according to the seat of the school.
Legislation
Sanctions
None
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find an application form?