Pearl Academy: Affiliated with RGNIYD is India’s No. 1 Private Design School for 10 Years Running

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Pearl Academy was established in 1993 and is one of India’s leading institutions for creative design education. It is famous for its strong industry connections, future-focused syllabus, and excellent career results. The institute operates under the Creative Arts Education Society (CAES). It has built a legacy of more than 3 decades.

Pearl Academy was established in 1993 and is one of India’s leading institutions for creative design education. It is famous for its strong industry connections, future-focused syllabus, and excellent career results. The institute operates under the Creative Arts Education Society (CAES). It has built a legacy of more than 3 decades in shaping professionals for the creative economy.

 

Pearl Academy has a huge range of UG (BDes), PG (MBA), and certificate programmes in Fashion Design, Communication Design, Product Design, Interior Design, Textile Design, Fashion Communication, Fashion Styling, Film, Gaming and more. It offers BBA and MBA by its business division, The Pearl Academy School of Business in Fashion and Lifestyle Business Management, Global Luxury Brand Management, Advertising and Brand Management and Media and Entertainment Management.

 

From 2024, all degree programmes at Pearl Academy and Pearl Academy School of Business are awarded in affiliation with the Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD), which is a Government of India Institution of National Importance, on par with IITs, IIMs, NIDs, and AIIMS. This ensures that students receive UGC-recognised degrees with national credibility.

 

Key Highlights

  • UG approved degrees awarded with affiliation with RGNIYD, a Government of India Institution of National Importance
  • Exceptional placement results with a 99% placement rate and the highest package of ₹26 LPA (2025) 
  • 700+ leading recruiters in fashion, design, media, luxury, and corporate sectors
  • 15,000+ strong alumni network in top organisations in India and globally
  • Ranked No.1 Private Fashion Design & Technology College in India by India Today, Outlook, and The Week for 10 years in a row
  • Future-ready curriculum with 35% technology integration, covering AI, Machine Learning, AR/VR, Web 3.0, Metaverse, and sustainability
  • Global exposure programmes in New York, Paris, London, and Milan, including student exchange, credit transfer, and semester-abroad programmes 
  • Deep industry integration through strategic collaborations with FDCI, Tech Mahindra, Reliance Brands Ltd., MAC, EY India and leading international universities
  • Only Indian institution on the Executive Council of IFFTI, contributing to global policy and dialogue in fashion education
  • Strong on-ground, real-world learning exposure through live industry partnerships and projects with brands such as realme, Google Chromebook, Superdry India, and curated luxury exposure, including Hermès store visits, giving students first-hand industry experience
  • Robust entrepreneurship ecosystem with startup incubation, mentorship, and venture support through initiatives like Runway
  • Meaningful social impact initiatives such as Second Chance, empowering women inmates at Tihar Jail through fashion and design education

 

Infrastructure & Learning Environment

Pearl Academy provides state-of-the-art infrastructure, like advanced design labs, maker spaces, photography and film studios, gaming and XR labs, industry-standard software facilities, and Future AI Studio and Life Design Studio that enhance experiential and technology-led learning. The curriculum is designed to combine creative thinking, technology, and real-world exposure through live projects, seminars, workshops, and guest lectures by industry leaders.

 

 

Note: The views expressed in this article are of Pearl Academy, Jaipur and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha.

 

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No, Pearl Academy admissions are not possible with 50% aggregate. The mode of Pearl Academy New Delhi course admissions are online and offline. Admission to various courses is based on merit and entrance exam scores. 

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There are 92 faculty members available in the college. They provide quality education to students across the fields of Fashion, Design, and Media. Tabulated below are some of the faculty members at Pearl Academy:

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Bhagyashri Sharma

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The percentage required for BDes at Pearl Academy is 60%. The basic eligibility requirement is Class 12th pass in any stream. The accepted entrance examinations are Pearl Academy Entrance Examination. 

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Pearl Academy Delhi offers MDes courses of two-year duration. The mode of study is full-time for all these courses. Candidates with a valid UG degree in design can apply for the course admission. Some of the available course specialisations are Fashion Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Game D

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Candidates applying for MDes at Pearl Academy Delhi have to pay an application fee of INR 2,000. The form gets submitted successfully after the fee payment only. Candidates shall be able to pay make payment via credit card/ debit card/ net banking. This fee amount is as per official sources and henc

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Pearl Academy Rajouri Garden registrations are open for MDes programme. Candidates can visit the official website to apply. The last date to submit applications is Apr 22, 2026. Candidates should apply before deadline to become eligible for the course admission. 

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Pearl Academy Delhi BDes fee varies based on selected course specialisation. The total fee for BDes in Fashion Design is INR 35.31 Lakh. Candidates have to pay additional INR 2,000 as application fee for form submission. Candidates should keep all fee payment receipts with them. The mentioned fee de

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The last date to fill the application form for Pearl Academy Entrance Application 2026 is April 22, 2026. The exam for the April phase will be held on April 25, 2026 and April 26, 2026.

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