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Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Design BDes Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, How to Apply, Fees, Admission Criteria

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DY Patil School of Design BDes Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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Total Tuition Fees 12L
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  • DPU AIDAT
  • UCEED
  • NID Entrance Exam
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    Q:   What is the last date to apply for B.Des at Dr. DY Patil School of Design?
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    DPU School of Design BDes 2025 registrations are open. The eligible students can visit the official website to register and apply. Details to be entered in the registration form are name, email address, mobile number, etc. The application deadline is not mentioned. However, the entrance exam shall be conducted on Apr 13, 2025.

    Q:   What is the fee for B.Des in DY Patil School of Design?
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    Dr. DY Patil School of Design BDes tuition fee for all the specialisations is INR 12 lakh. Additionally, the hostel fee is INR 8 lakh. Students have to pay the first semester fee or admission fee (As per the school) to confirm their seats after final selection. The total fee may include one-time components, such as security deposit. Further, it must be taken into account that the fee mentioned here is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

    Q:   What B.Des specialisations does Dr. DY Patil School of Design offer?
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    The design school offers four-year Bachelor of Design (BDes) course across different specialisations. All the UG design programmes are offered in a full-time mode. The offered course specialisations are fashion design, interior design, product design, and communication design. 

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    The value for money rating of this course is 4.4/5 (10 Reviews).View placement detailsExternal Link Icon Placement Insight Icon
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    DY Patil School of Design BDes Admission Dates 2025

    DatesUpcoming Events
    11 Sep '25 - 1 Dec '25
    NID DAT 2026 Registration DateOngoing
    11 Dec '25
    NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) - Issue of Admit Cards
    21 Dec '25
    NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) Date: B.Des & M.Des
    2 Jan '26
    UCEED 2026 Issue of Admit Cards
    Nov '25-Jan '26
    NIFT 2026 application form OPEN (Regular fees)Tentative
    Jan '26
    NIFT 2026 application form (Late fees)Tentative
    Jan '26
    NIFT 2026 application form Edit WindowTentative
    18 Jan '26
    UCEED 2026 Exam DATE
    Feb '26
    NIFT 2026 Issue of Admit CardsTentative
    Feb '26
    NIFT 2026 (Stage 1: Written Exam)Tentative
    DatesPast Events
    6 Nov '25 - 10 Nov '25
    UCEED 2026 Application DATE (Late Fees)
    1 Oct '25 - 5 Nov '25
    UCEED 2026 Application DATE (Regular Fee)
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    Q:   How can I get admission for B.Des at Dr. DY Patil School of Design?
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    The admission criteria for BDes at Dr. DY Patil School of Design is entrance-based. Candidates who are Class 12 pass with at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories) can apply. The application form can be filled out via the official website. After this, the applicants need to take the DPU AIDAT exam. The applicants with UCEED/NID scores can be given preference by the design school. 

    Further, the shortlisted students have to submit a portfolio and participate in the studio test and personal interview. A final merit list can be released after conclusion of all the selection rounds. These students can submit documents and pay admission fee to confirm their seats.

    DY Patil School of Design BDes Admission 2025: How to Apply?

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    Q:   What is the seat intake for B.Des course at Dr. DY Patil School of Design?
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    There are a total of 150 seats for the BDes programmes at DY Patil School of Design. Candidates are admitted as per the sanctioned seat intake and performance in selection round. The mentioned seat intake is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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    4.3/5
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    Placement Review IconPlacements4.2
    Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.4
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    B.Des. in Product Design - Batch of 2028
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    My experience at Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Design.
    Placements: There are 30 students in my batch. The average package offered in my course ranges between 6-12 LPA. Top roles offered in interior designing are interior designer, set designer, interior decorator, theatre designer, interior stylist, and light and ambience designer.
    Infrastructure: Various labs like the CAD lab, drawing studio, illustration and graphic design studio, photography studio, model making studio, furniture working studio, lighting studio, and many other labs and studios are there to help students learn better and earn real industry experience.
    Faculty: Teachers are field and industry experts with knowledge and advanced training that provide students with ample information regarding their fields and careers. They guide them forward with the right motivation and ideas to do better than before.
    Other: The campus has a joyous and vibrant environment suitable for a creative mindset.
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    B.Des. in Product Design - Batch of 2028
    4
    4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
    It provides empowering minds and an inspiring future.
    Placements: This college provides valuable real-world experience and leadership skills ultimately enhancing career preparedness and solidifying career goals. There are 30 students in the interior design course, which is a perfect ratio for learning. Top recruiting companies for our course are Myntra, Deluxe,  Lenskart, etc.
    Infrastructure: The hostel is decent with a hygienic environment. There are maids who clean our rooms every day. There are guards on every floor for safety or to provide help whenever needed. The hostel has games to pass our time but sometimes there are water issues.
    Faculty: Faculty members are very experienced and knowledgeable about the course. The teaching quality is also very interactive and helpful. Professors provide support whenever needed to the students by encouraging them. They also give constructive feedback when needed.
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    shashank patil Verified Icon
    Discontinued (OCT 2025) B.Des. in Visual Communication Design - Batch of 2024
    5
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    My experience at Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Design.
    Placements: My batch has 60 students and I am in the first year of visual communication. The average package ranges between 1.2 LPA to 6 LPA. A plethora of roles such as graphic designer, UI UX designer, photographer, and cinematographer are provided, along with internship opportunities as well.
    Infrastructure: The college has a very cozy lobby area for the students to sit and take a breath, along with clean and hygienic washrooms on every single floor that are cleaned regularly. We also have water coolers with pure water on every floor. The canteen also has clean, healthy, and tasty food.
    Faculty: Faculty members are extremely supportive of us in every creative endeavor of ours, leading us and being a helping hand when we need them the most. Also, make sure none of us is left behind and everyone grasps and understands the concepts being taught in class.
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    Discontinued (OCT 2025) B.Des. in Visual Communication Design - Batch of 2028
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    One of the best colleges for designing in the country.
    Placements: The highest salary is 12 LPA. The lowest salary is around 6 LPA. It has really great placement offers for us, which help us progress more in life ahead. It helps us to learn about new roles in the industry, and many companies out there are really great for newcomers. It is really a great college.
    Infrastructure: The college is really great and top of the line. It really offers a great studying environment for us which helps us concentrate on our art to improve it more. It has new generation monitors and PCs for us to use the software to learn more about new-gen AI.
    Faculty: Faculty members are great and exams for my course really help me to progress. Exams conducted here occur in the form of ICT which are conducted twice a semester. It helps us to ctirique our work and to improve it more so that we can make a better future for ourselves.
    Other: There are regular events and programs here.
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    Discontinued (OCT 2025) B.Des. in Visual Communication Design - Batch of 2028
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    Review of Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Design.
    Placements: Visual communication department has 60 students in total divided into 2 groups for better lectures. The average package is about 7 LPA. The college provides us with paid internships and a network of industry experts with proper syllabus.
    Infrastructure: The college has a good modern infrastructure and is equipped with modern machines and classrooms with lockers to store stuff security. The whole campus is guarded with security cameras and guards for students' safety. The college has a good clean canteen.
    Faculty: The syllabus is divided into 8 semesters that are of 4 years with 2 ICT exams of 15 marks and 1 external exam of 50 marks. Each subject has about 10 units, with 1 assignment per unit. Faculty members are well-experienced with industry knowledge and aware of the latest trends.
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    B.Des. in Product Design - Batch of 2028
    4.2
    4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
    Perfect blend of skill enhancement and campus life.
    Placements: Our college provides internship opportunities that are one month to six or seven months long, in which companies focus on students' overall skill enhancement. In this course, one can also interior decorate or freelance. Packages depend on the companies and their requirements. We have networks with companies such as Green Gold, Aditya Birla, Lenskart, and Myntra.
    Infrastructure: When it comes to quality, DPU never compromises, and its hostel facilities are no exception. The hostel provides a homely environment with many facilities, such as a study room, gym, TV room, and free Wi-Fi for academic purposes. The hostel is also very clean, hygienic, and, most importantly, safe for girls. The hostel's facilities are a big reason why the majority of girls choose to stay in the on-campus hostel.
    Faculty: Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Design offers an excellent learning environment with a knowledgeable and approachable faculty. The curriculum is well structured, covering essential topics while encouraging critical thinking. Exams are fair and appropriately assess students' understanding of the material, providing a balanced approach to academic evaluation.
    Other: The college event and fest were outstanding. The atmosphere was really electric with a lively and enthusiastic crowd. The event was well-organized, and the variety of activities kept everyone engaged.
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    DY Patil School of Design BDes 2025 FAQs

    Q:   When will Dr. DY Patil School of Design conduct the AIDAT exam?
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    Dr. DY Patil School of Design conducts All India Design Aptitute Test (AIDAT) for admission to its courses. Candidates can register for the entrance exam on the official website of the design school. The DPU AIDAT 2025 exam will be held on Apr 13, 2025.

    Q:   Has Dr. DY Patil School of Design collaborated with other organisations to provide exposure to B.Des students?
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    Yes, Dr. DY Patil School of Design has association with various organisations/authorities. It is to ensure students get more exposure and knowledge. Mentioned below are the names of organisations that the school associate for design excellence:

    • Media and Entertainment Skills Council
    • MHRD's Innovation Cell (Government of India)
    • Indian Institute of Interior Designers
    • Association of Designers of India
    • The Designer's Class
    • Institution's Innovation Council (Ministry of Education Initiative)
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    Answered 10 months ago

    Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Design offers four years long BSc (Hons) course in three specialisations. The UG course is offered in fashion design, interior design, graphics, animation, and VFX design. These programmes are offered in a full-time mode of study. Aspirants who are Class 12 pass with 45% agg

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    Answered 10 months ago

    Candidates have to pay the application fee amount in order to submit their application successfully. DY Patil School of Design application fee is INR 1,000. The fee payment can be accepted via credit card/debit card/net banking. Aspirants must keep the fee payment receipt safe for future references.

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    Ranjeeta Karan

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    Answered 10 months ago

    The design school is a constitutent unit of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune. This university has been ranked among the top 50 universities across India. Hence, students can pursue BSc design courses from DY Patil School of Design. Some of the ranks and other details relate

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    Aayush Bhatnagar

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    Answered 10 months ago

    Dr. DY Patil School of Design offers admission based on merit in entrance exam and performance in the selection rounds. Candidates seeking admission need to take the DPU All India Design Aptitude Test (DPU AIDAT). Students with UCEED/NID scores are preferred. Candidates shortlisted based on exam sco

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    Answered 10 months ago

    Yes, Dr. DY Patil School of Design offers four-years long BSc (Hons) programmes. The UG-level course is offered in three specialisations, including interior design, fashion design, graphics, animation, and VFX design. Admission to these courses is through DPU AIDAT exam followed by studio test and i

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