Updated on Jun 11, 2025 12:13 IST

BDes Admission 2025 is based on both the entrance and Class 12 scores. Candidates should pass Class 12 with 50% to be eligbile for the BDes course. Exams are UCEED, CUET, NIFT Entrance, NID DAT and FDDI AIST. Popular colleges are Top NIFTs, NIDs, Amity University, etc. The fee can range around approx. INR 4 Lakh to INR 6 Lakh. 

BDes Eligibility

Candidates can see the general outline of the eligibility below: 

BDes Eligibiloty - Best Colleges

Candidates can see the table below: 

BDes Specializations Top Colleges Eligibility Criteria
BDes in Fashion Design NIFT Delhi
  • The candidate must have passed Class 12 from any recognized Central/State Board of Secondary Education.
Amity University Mumbai
  • The candidate must have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
NIFT Bangalore
  • An A grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of 5 subjects.
  • Any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or foreign countries recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to a Class 12 system.
  • General Certificate of Education (GCE) Examination (London/ Cambridge/Sri Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level/ International Baccalaureate (IB).
Pearl Academy
  • The candidate must have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
Symbiosis Institute of Design
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 50% from any stream, and Candidates appearing for the final examination of 10+2 grade may also apply, provided the results of the examination have been declared by June of the admission year or before be eligible for the program.
  • Candidates passed a 10+3 diploma approved by the State Board of Technical Education with a minimum of 50% (SC/ST - 45%) are also eligible to apply.
BDes in Interior Design Lovely Professional University
  • The candidate must have passed with 90% aggregate score in Class 12 (with English) or equivalent from a recognized board. 
  • Or 50% aggregate score in Class 12 (with English) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST* or UCEED or Undergraduate NID DAT (Prelims) or Undergraduate NIFT or NIFT B.FTech. 
  • 5% relaxation to North-East states and Sikkim candidates or Defence Personnel and their Dependents or Wards of Kashmiri Migrants.
Amity University Noida
  • 50% minimum aggregate score in Class 12 from a recognized board.
Pearl Academy
  • 50% minimum aggregate score in Class 12 from a recognized board.
Symbiosis Institute of Design
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 50% from any stream, and Candidates appearing for the final examination of 10+2 grade may also apply, provided the results of the examination have been declared by June of the admission year or before be eligible for the program.
  • Candidates passed a 10+3 diploma approved by the State Board of Technical Education with a minimum of 50% (SC/ST - 45%) are also eligible to apply.
IMS Design and Innovation Academy
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
BDes in Product Design Pearl Academy
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
Amity University Mumbai
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
World University of Design
  • 50% minimum aggregate score in Class 12 from a recognized board.
IMS Design and Innovation Academy
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
Parul University
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from any stream with the English subject from a recognized board.
BDes in Textile Design NIFT Delhi
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
Amity University Mumbai
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
NIFT Bangalore
  • An A grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of 5 subjects.
  • Any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or foreign countries recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to a Class 12 system.
  • General Certificate of Education (GCE) Examination (London/ Cambridge/Sri Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level/ International Baccalaureate (IB).
Pearl Academy
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
World University of Design
  • The candidate must have passed in 5 subjects in the Class 12 boards. 
  • The candidate should have been born on or after October 1, 1998, if belonging to the OPEN/EWS/OBC-NCL category and, on or after October 1, 1993, if belonging to the SC, ST, or PwD category.
BDes in Communication Design NIFT Delhi
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
  • The maximum age of the candidate must be 23 years.
Symbiosis Institute of Design
  • Class 12 with a minimum of 50% aggregate from any stream.
  • Candidates passed a 10+3 diploma approved by the State Board of Technical Education with a minimum of 50% (SC/ST - 45%) are also eligible to apply.
Pearl Academy
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
Amity University Mumbai
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
World University of Design
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.

BDes General Eligibility

Candidates can see the table below:

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BDes Academic Qualifications

The candidates should have completed Class 12 from any stream (Science, Arts, or Commerce) or equivalent qualification.

BDes Marks Criteria

They should have secured at least 50% aggregate marks in Class 12 or an equivalent qualification.

BDes Appearing or Passed Criteria

Those students appearing for Class 12 board exams and those who have already passed Class 12 are eligible.

BDes Age Limit

Those who are not more than 24 years of age on 1st August of the year of BDes admission.

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.

BDes Admission Process

Candidates can check a general overview of the admission process below:

  • Make sure you meet the eligibility
  • Apply online by flling up the form
  • Take entrance exam
  • Wait for the merit list and result
  • If selected, attend the counselling session
  • Get the documents verified and pay the fee to secure the seat

BDes Exams

Candidates can see the table below:

Entrance Exams Exam Dates Exam Schedule
UCEED Exam 2026 January 2026 (Tentative) UCEED Exam Date 2026
CUET Exam 2025 May 13 - June 3, 2025 (Result is out) CUET Exam Date 2025
NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 February 2026 (Tentative) NIFT Entrance Exam Date 2026
NID DAT Exam 2026 January 2026 (Tentative) NID DAT Exam Date 2026
FDDI AIST Exam 2026 May 2026 (Tentative) FDDI AIST Exam Date 2026

BDes Exam Syllabus

Candidates can see the table below:

BDes Entrance Exams Exam Syllabus
UCEED Syllabus

The UCEED entrance exam syllabus is divided into 2 parts. Part A now has the following sections - Visualization and spatial reasoning, Practical and scientific knowledge, etc. Part B has drawing and Design Aptitude.

CUET Syllabus CUET syllabus is divided into 3 sections: Section 1A & 1B (Language), Section 2: Domain Specific, and Section 3: General Test.
NIFT Entrance Syllabus The NIFT entrance exam is conducted in TWO parts: Written exams and Situation Test/ Personal Interview. The written exams comprise the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and the General Ability Test (GAT). 
NID DAT Syllabus Design Outline for Beginners, Colour Terminology, Inspiration & Design Development, Mood, Theme & Colour Inter-relationship, Design Theory, Elements & Principles Of Design, Natural & Geometrical Form, etc.
FDDI AIST Syllabus The syllabus for the FDDI AIST exam for the BDes course includes Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability, General Awareness, General Knowledge, Visualization, and Colour and composition.

BDes Tips

Candidates can see the tips below:

  • Know about the syllabus of the exam
  • Practice from resources
  • Access study materials
  • Learn how to manage time

Best BDes Colleges

Candidates can see popular government and private colleges below:

BDes at NIFTs

Candidates can see the table below:

NIFTs in India Tuition Fee
NIFT Kolkata Rs. 5.45 L - 12.34 L
NIFT Bangalore Rs. 5.63 L - 12.34 L
NIFT Hyderabad Rs. 6.07 L - 12.34 L
NIFT Gandhinagar Rs. 6.07 L - 12.34 L
NIFT Patna Rs. INR 12.34 L
NIFT Kannur Rs. INR 12.34 L

BDes Admission 2025: Best Government Colleges in India

Students can also get admission to government colleges offering BDes programmes. As the fees of government colleges are comparatively lower, interested candidates can read on to know the entrance exams accepted, tuition fees, and more.

Government Colleges Admission Details Tuition Fee
NSUT BDes Admission INR 3.95 Lakh
MSU Baroda BDes Admission INR 5.85 Lakh
Gujarat University BDes Admission INR 6 Lakh - 7.2 Lakh
Delhi Technological University BDes Admission INR 6.87 Lakh
IIT Delhi BDes Admission INR 8 Lakh
IIT Hyderabad BDes Admission INR 8 Lakh
IIT Guwahati BDes Admission INR 8 Lakh
GGSIPU BDes Admission INR 9.95 Lakh
NID Ahmedabad BDes Admission INR 16.84 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official website/counselling body and may vary.

Useful links for BDes Admission:

Good Design Colleges Besides NID & NIFT

BDes Admission 2025: Best Private Colleges in India

Admission to BDes courses is generally based on a merit list, but some universities conduct entrance exams like NID DAT, SEED, CEED, NIFT entrance exam, and many more. Design courses are very diverse and come in various specialisations. Students can check the table below to know some of the top private colleges, along with the exams accepted and their application status.

Private Colleges Admission Details Tuition Fee
Pearl Academy, Mumbai BDes Admission INR 3.2 Lakh
JECRC University BDes Admission INR 3.4 Lakh - 4.3 Lakh
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
Private Colleges Admission Details Tuition Fee
Amity University, Noida BDes Admission INR 7.92 Lakh - 8.8 Lakh
Hindustan University BDes Admission INR 5.5 Lakh
IMS Design and Innovation Academy BDes Admission INR 16 Lakh
ITM Institute of Design and Media BDes Admission INR 16.8 Lakh
JD Institute of Fashion Technology BDes Admission INR 5.25 Lakh
Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design And Technology BDes Admission INR 5.61 Lakh
World University of Design BDes Admission INR 11 Lakh - 15.04 Lakh
MIT Institute of Design BDes Admission INR 17 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official website/counselling body and may vary.

Relevant Links Related to Bachelor of Design Admission:

List of NIDs in India: Courses, Fee, Eligibility & Admission Process 2025

List of NIFTs in India 2025: Ranking, Admission Process, Courses, Fees & Seats Intake

BDes Admission 2025: Colleges Accepting Different Exam Scores

Admission to BDes schools typically requires specific entrance exams or standardized test scores, depending on the country and institution. Here are some common standardized tests and scores that are accepted for BDes admission.

BDes Admission 2025: Placements in the Best Colleges

Most BDes colleges in India, along with providing advanced learning opportunities, offer great placement opportunities to graduates, helping them kickstart their career journey. Here are some top BDes college options in India offering the highest placements:

BDes Colleges in India Average Package Offered
IIT Guwahati Placements INR 21.6 LPA
IIT Delhi Placements INR 20.5 LPA
IIT Hyderabad Placements INR 20 LPA
Symbiosis SPAD Nagpur Placements INR 20 LPA
IDC School of Design Placements INR 19.63 LPA
NSUT Placements INR 16 LPA
IIITDM Jabalpur Placements INR 15 LPA
Vijaybhoomi School of Design, Vijaybhoomi University Placements INR 13.3 LPA
Delhi Technological University Placements INR 13 LPA
ITM University, Gwalior Placements INR 10.7 LPA

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Relevant Links Related to BDes Course Admission:

NID Placement 2025: Highest/Average Salary, Participating Companies & Job Roles

Top 10 Fashion Design Colleges with the Best Placement Record

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The BDes programme at NIF Global, Vashi is a four-year course. The entire course is divided into eight semesters. Candidates who have passed Class 12 are eligible to apply for BDes programme at NIF Global, Vashi.

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Raj Priya

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Answered Yesterday

NIF Global, Vashi offers a total of 100 seats each in Interior Design and Fashion Design. The merit-based admissions are also governed by seat availability. However, this information is taken from the official college website. It is indicative, and subject to change.

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Raj Priya

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Answered Yesterday

The total tuition fee of BDes course at NIF Global, Vashi is INR 8.46 lakh. However, this information is taken from the official website of college. Hence, it is an indicative amount.

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Raj Priya

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Answered Yesterday

BDes programme at NIF Global, Vashi is a four-year long. The entire course is divided into eight semesters. The student must have passed Class 12 or equivalent to be eligible for merit-based admission.

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Raj Priya

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Answered 2 days ago

ARCH College of Design and Business BDes fee related queries can be discussed with the subject advisor. Students can also reach out to the admission office for contact details. 

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Saumya Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

ARCH College of Design and Business BDes admission is done based on score in AIEED. Candidates interested in the UG course have to apply for this programme. AIEED 2025 application fee amount was INR 3,000. Students had to pay this fee to submit the application form successfully. 

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Virajita Mehra

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Answered 2 days ago

ARCH College of Design and Business BDes Fashion and Textile Design fee structure include tuition fee, registration fee, caution money, etc. The payment frequency varies for each fee component. Its tuition fee amount is INR 18 lakh. The onetime fee of INR 70,000 includes registration fees and refund

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Himanshi Gupta

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Answered 3 days ago

Anant National University BDes 2026 application end date was Jan 1, 2026 as per the official website. The candidates can contact the admission office to get more details. 

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Manori Sahni

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 days ago

Anant National University has a total seat intake of 600 for its BDes course. Candidates are admitted as per the sanctioned intake and selection procedure. This seat count is as per the official website. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative. 

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Virajita Madavi

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Answered 3 days ago

Anant National University require students to take the Anant Design Entrance and Proficiency Test for selection. It is a mandatory examination for all the aspirants of BDes course. This entrance test is conducted in 10 different languages, including Hindi, English, Marathi, Bengali, etc. It is an ho

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Mohit Sharma

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Answered 3 days ago

Anant University offers entrance-based admission to its BDes course. It is a six step procedure. Students are advised to check that the eligibility criteria is met before starting the formalities. The step-wise ANU BDes admission procedure is mentioned below:

  1. Online application form filling
  2. Appearing

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Raushan Piplani

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Answered 3 days ago

Anant National University offers on and off campus hostel facility to BDes students. It provide double occupancy accommodation. The first year fee for on campus double occupancy is INR 3.38 lakh. For off campus double occupancy, the first year fee is INR 3.03 lakh.

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Piyush Anand

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Answered 3 days ago

Anant National University BDes tuition fee amounts to INR 6.25 lakh, per annum. This fee component is subject to an increase of 7.5% year on year. The fee has to be paid per-semester and no GST is applicable. Candidates should note that the mentioned fee is as per the official website. Hence, is ind

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Ranjeeta Karan

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Answered 3 days ago

Anant National University BDes application fee amount is INR 1,500. This is a one time fee component. Students need to pay this amount to submit application forms successfully. The mentioned fee is as per the official website and hence, is indicative. 

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Aayush Bhatnagar

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Answered 3 days ago

Candidates can apply for BDes after completing Class 12. Sasi Creative Colleges has not specified the minimum aggregate to apply for BDes. Aspirants can apply with 55% in Class 12 provided they also meet the other criteria.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 3 days ago

NIFT Chennai offers a BDes programme to students at the UG level. It is offered in full-time mode for a duration of 4 years. The college offers this programme in several specialisations such as Fashion Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Communication, etc. 

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Anya Singh

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Answered a week ago

There will be 126 questions in FDDI AIST 2026 B.Des programme. Paper will be of 200 marks. Sections in the exam will be Analytical Ability, Design Aptitude Test, General Awareness, Comprehension and Grammar, Usage, etc.

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Sayeba Naushad

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Answered a week ago

Fashion Design is more time-intensive than many theory-based courses.

Students often spend long hours in studios, especially near submissions. It requires physical stamina as well as creativity. However, students who genuinely enjoy design usually find the workload challenging but rewarding.

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Manya

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Answered a week ago

The course prepares students through:

  • Strict deadlines

  • Repeated feedback and corrections

  • Studio discipline

  • Exposure to industry expectations

Students learn that fashion is not just creativity but also patience, precision, and consistency.

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Manya

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Answered a week ago

MAH B.Design will have 

  1. PART A & B :- Sketching skill based, Problem solving ability Time (1 Hr. 45 Minutes)
  2. PART C :- MCQs based questions (Time 60 Minutes).

The exam will be of 200 marks.

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, APAAR ID required to fill the MAH CET 2026 B.Design Application. Aadhaar ID is also required to register. Candidates who have not generated their APAAR ID are required to create one through DigiLocker

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Sayeba Naushad

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Answered a week ago

Yes, the registration forms for MAH CET B.Design are open for 2026. It is open from January 22, 2026 to February 24, 2026. The exams will be on April 05, 2026.

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Sayeba Naushad

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Answered a week ago

MAH CET B.Design 2026 Application is open now. The application is open from January 22, 2026 to February 24, 2026. The forms are available on the website of MAH CET.

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Sayeba Naushad

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Answered a week ago

NIFT Mumbai offers a BDes programme at the UG level. It is offered in full-time mode and across several specialisations. The total tuition fee of BDes at NIFT camous Mumbai ranges between INR 5.6 Lacs and INR 13 lakh. 

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Mamona Mishra

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Answered a week ago

NIFT Mumbai offers BDes course to students at the UG level. It is offered for 4 years in several specialisations. To be eligible for BDes at National Institute of Fashion and Technology, candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria set by the college. Candidates must be Class 12 passed or equival

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Virajita Arora

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Answered a week ago

The total fees at WWI for BDes in Design is 21,00,000 based on the website.

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Anshul Jindal

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Answered a week ago

Admission to the BDes course at NIF Global Jaipur is completely merit-based. Firstly, candidates are required to complete their Class 12 in any stream. Then, the college releases the merit list of shortlisted applicants according to their achieved scores in Class 12.

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Atul Pruthi

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

No, NIF Global Jaipur does not accept CUET scores for enrollment into BDes course. The college accepts the scores of Class 12 for admission to this course. Students should complete their Class 12 from any recognised board in any stream with decent scores. After evaluating applicants' scores, the col

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Kartik Sharma

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Answered a week ago

NIF Global Jaipur BDes course is available in two specialisations, i.e., Fashion Design and Interior Design. Thus, students can compare the colleges and institutions that offer similar specialisations. Also, there are a lot of other factors that can be considered for comparing the institutes/ colleg

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Vishakha

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Answered a week ago

The overall placement rate recorded during IIT Guwahati BDes placements 2025 was 46.43%. A total of 56 students registered and 26 students were placed in 2025. 

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Chandra Thakur

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