Sir J J Institute of Applied Art started operations in the premises of Sir J. J. School of Art in 1935 and was awarded independent institute status in 1961. Since 1981 this institute has been affiliated to the University of Mumbai, A B.F.A. (Applied Art), degree Course as prescribed by the University of Mumbai. All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi has given approval for B.F.A. in Applied Art, Degree Course at this Institute. In the year 1988-89 started the post graduation course