ISDI Challenge Design 2025: Application (Open), Acceptance Deadline Date and Result

Indian School of Design and Innovation Challenge 2025 ( ISDI Challenge )

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Sayeba Naushad
Updated on Sep 19, 2025 13:52 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

ISDI Challenge 2025 - The Application Form of the Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) is open. The application fee of Rs. 3,500 is non-refundable and non-transferable.

The application form can be filled out online at - isdi.in/admission. Candidates meeting the ISDI Challenge 2025 criteria may apply before the last date. As part of the ISDI 2025 application process, candidates had to upload a Portfolio/Design Project.

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Q:   Do I need to solve sample papers for ISDI Challenge 2025 exam?
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Sample papers are good resources/ tools to prepare for the ISDI Challenge entrance exam.

The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) conducts the ISDI Challenge exam for admission to design courses at the institute.

Candidates can solve sample papers from the start and get exam ready.

Also, silly mistakes can be fixed by solving sample papers. You can also improve your problem-solving and time management.

Q:   Can I apply for ISDI Challenge in offline mode?
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The application form for ISDI Challenge 2025 has to be filled out online. So, don't download the application form, fill it, and send it to the admission office. It is because applications submitted via offline mode will be rejected.

Before fiilling out the form, make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria.

Q:   When will ISDI Challenge exam be conducted?
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The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) will conduct the ISDI Challenge exam 2025 for the Current Cycle by October 31, 2024. The exam will includ Portfolio/Design Project & DAT.

The Interview will be conducted on November 30, 2024.

The candidate needs to visit this page to stay updated about upcoming events.

Table of content
  • What is ISDI Challenge?
  • ISDI Challenge 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • ISDI Challenge 2025 - Key Highlights
  • ISDI Challenge 2025 Eligibility Criteria
  • Courses on offer through ISDI Challenge 2025
  • ISDI Challenge 2025 Exam Centres
  • ISDI Challenge 2025 - FAQs
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What is ISDI Challenge?

Established in 2013 in collaboration with Parsons School of Design at New York, ISDI offers admission to aspirants in design programs offered by it based on their performance in ISDI Challenge. Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) offers undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and short-term programs in the field of design to aspirants. There are 360 seats on offer for admission based on an aspirant's performance in ISDI Challenge.

Exam dates for ISDI Challenge 2025 have been announced. View ISDI Challenge exam dates here.

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Q:   When is the right time to solve sample papers for ISDI Challenge 2025 exam?
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Sample papers for ISDI Challenge exam can be solved as part of one’s exam preparation. 

Solving sample papers from the early exam preparation stage can be a good idea.

If you have completed a few topics, try solving questions related to those topics. As you move deeper into the syllabus, there will be more questions to solve.

Solve as many sample papers as you can.

Q:   When was ISDI Challenge exam conducted for Cycle 1B?
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The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) hasn't yet released the schedule for Cycle 1B.

In the last edition, the ISDI Challenge 2024 exam for Cycle 1B was held from December 6, 2023. Candidates who had duly filled out the application form were allowed to sit in the exam.

When applying for the exam, make sure to use only correct and verifiable data. Any candidate found using counterfeit data will be disqualified.

Q:   When was ISDI Challenge exam conducted for Cycle 1A?
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The ISDI Challenge exam 2025 exam for the Current Cycle will be conducted by October 31, 2024. The interview will be held on November 30, 2024.

Note that the ISDI Challenge exam is conducted in multiple phases. The candidate has the option to appear in any of these three phases. To apply for admission, the candidate needs to fill out the application form and sit in the exam. 

ISDI Challenge 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of ISDI Challenge 2025 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
30 May ' 25

Cycle 2: Semester 1 Fee Payment Deadline

17 May ' 25

Cycle 2: Acceptance Deadline

25 Apr ' 25

Cycle 2: Result

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ISDI Challenge 2025 - Key Highlights

Particulars Description
Name of the exam ISDI Challenge Exam
Conducting Body The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI)
Status of application form Open
Mode of application  Online
Exam Components
  • Design Aptitude Test (DAT)
  • Portfolio
  • Online Interview
Mode of the exam Online
Frequency of the exam Conducted in multiple cycles
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How much time is needed to prepare for ISDI Challenge exam?
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The ISDI Challenge exam includes many components like DAT, Portfolio, and Online Interview.

So, to prepare for each of these components it will take some time. It can be said that it will take around 6 months for an average student to prepare for the exam. However, if your fundamentals are strong, you can complete the syllabus in much less time.

But ensure you are serious and smart in implementing your prep startegy.

Q:   How can I prepare for the ISDI Challenge exam?
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The candidate must start their prepparation early. Also, make a study time table taking into account the syllabus. The admission portal will have the updates on the exam syllabus and pattern.

Note the ISDI Challenge exam includes a Design Aptitude Test (DAT), portfolio, and online interview.

Make sure that you prepare for each component.

Q:   Which cycle of ISDI Challenge should I apply?
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The ISDI Challenge exam is conducted in multiple cycles. The candidate may apply in any of the cycles. However, if the candidate applies in the early cycle, the application fee may be lower.

Before applying go through the admission schedule and other exam-related details.

The application form for ISDI Challenge is open.

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ISDI Challenge 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for ISDI Challenge varies as per the course for which aspirants have applied.

ISDI Challenge 2025 Eligibility Criteria for UG Programmes

Aspirants meet ISDI Challenge eligibility criteria for undergraduate courses if they are pursuing their Class 12 or have completed their 10+2 examination (IGCSE A levels, CBSE, HSC, IBDP, ISC etc.) or equivalent examination from any discipline, such as Science/ Commerce/ Arts.

Age Limit: The upper age limit to apply for UG course admissions at ISDI is 21 years at the time of applying.

ISDI Challenge 2025 Eligibility Criteria for PG Programmes

Candidates who are pursuing a graduation degree (from any university), or its educational equivalent in any discipline (e.g.: Science, Commerce, Arts) with an interest in Design & Innovation or Fashion are eligible to fill the application form for the PG course.

ISDI Challenge 2025 Eligibility Criteria for Professional Programmes

Aspirants meet ISDI Challenge eligibility criteria for professional courses if they have appeared for their 10+2 level examination (e.g. A levels, CBSE, HSC, IBDP, ISC etc), or an equivalent exam in any discipline (that is Science, Commerce, Arts) and also possess an interest in the field of Design & Innovation.

However, it is stated that the successful completion of the Class 12 level examination is mandatory to confirm admission. But candidates are also provided admission on a provisional basis if their final exam results have not been declared at the time of ISDI Challenge exam being conducted.

ISDI Admissions 2025: Eligibility Criteria for Fashion Styling

Aspirants meet ISDI Challenge eligibility criteria for professional courses if they have appeared for their 10+2 level examination (e.g. A levels, CBSE, HSC, IBDP, ISC etc), or an equivalent exam in any discipline (that is Science, Commerce, Arts) and also possess an interest in the field of Design & Innovation.

Candidates awaiting their 10+2 level exam results are also eligible to apply for admission at ISDI and such aspirants will be offered admission on a provisional basis.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the ISDI Challenge exam?
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The ISDI Challenge exam is conducted by the Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) for admission to undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and short-term design courses offered by the institute.

The entrance exam has the following components - Portfolio/Design Project & DAT and Interview.

It is mandatory for the candidate to appear in all the test components. Or else, the candidate will not be considered for admission.

Q:   How can I download the admit card of ISDI Challenge 2025 exam?
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The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) will release admit card on its admission portal. Candidates can download it a few days before the exam.

To download the admit card, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the admit card download link (will be uploaded here)
  2. A log-in window will open

  3. Enter your candidate credentials

  4. On successful log-in, you can download the admit card.

Q:   Can I apply for ISDI Challenge now?
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The application form for ISDI Challenge 2025 is now open. So, you will not be able to apply for admission this season.

Also, note that the ISDI Challenge 2025 exam is conducted in THREE phases. This means you can apply for admission in any of these phases.

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Courses on offer through ISDI Challenge 2025

Courses on offer at ISDI are as mentioned below:

Undergraduate Programmes

Communication Design

Fashion Design

Interior Design

Product Design

Postgraduate Programmes

Design+Innovation

Fashion Business Management

Professional Programmes

3D Visual Effects Essentials

Compositing for Film & Television Essentials

Fashion Design Essentials

Game Development Essentials

Graphic Design Essentials

Short Programmes

Pre-College Academy

Fashion Styling

Essentials of 3D Animation & Post-Production

ISDI Challenge 2024 Admission Process

The ISDI admission process for all the courses on offer is almost the same. The only difference is for professional programmes offered at the design colleges. In these professional courses, candidates do not need to take ISDI Challenge, they just need to appear for a personal interview round.

Step 1: Fill ISDI Challenge Application Form

Aspirants need to fill their ISDI Challenge application form along with SOP (statement of purpose) of 300 words on the official website of the college. In the application, form aspirants need to fill their personal details, communication/address details, academic qualifications and declaration. All the documents must be in a sealed envelope with the name of the candidate and application number. Candidates need to submit the envelope at the below-mentioned address:

ISDI Admissions Office
One Indiabulls Centre
Tower 2A, 6th Floor
Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel
Mumbai 400 013
Phone: +91 77389 47444

Candidates can pay their ISDI application fee via means of a Demand Draft (DD). Mumbai based aspirants can also pay the application fee by Pay Order. The DD or Pay Order needs to be drawn in favour of “ISDI” and should be payable at Mumbai. The DD/Pay Order should be accompanied with a declaration form that is signed by the candidate as well as his/her parents/guardians.

ISDI Challenge 2023 Application Fee

Application fee 

INR 3,500

Step 2: Get ISDI Challenge Admit Card

Candidates will be provided their ISDI Challenge 2024 admit card after they successfully submit their application fee and documents mentioned above. ISDI Challenge admit card is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam centre. Along with the admit card candidates should also carry their original ID proof, portfolio (only for UG candidates), and curriculum vitae (only for PG candidates). 

Step 3: Take ISDI Challenge

The ISDI Challenge varies as per the course for which aspirants have applied for admission. For UG course admissions, aspirants have to submit an online portfolio whereas for the PG courses candidates need to submit a presentation/PDF slideshow as well as essay.

Step 4: Appear for Personal Interview

Next, candidates need to appear for the personal interview round. 

Step 5: Check ISDI Challenge Result

The ISDI challenge 2024 result will be announced as per the dates mentioned above.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What if I don't meet ISDI Challenge exam eligibility criteria?
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The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) will postulate the eligibility criteria for the ISDI Challenge exam.

It is mandatory for to meet the eligibility criteria. 

If the candidate fails to meet the criteria, they will not be considered for admission.

The Indian School of Design and Innovation will verify the eligibility conditions before seat allotment. If any candidate is found lacking, they will be disqualified.

Q:   Do I need to carry any photo ID in ISDI Challenge exam?
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Yes, you need to bring a valid photo ID proof on ISDI Challenge 2025 exam day. Without the ID, the candidate will not be allowed to appear in the ISDI Challenge exam.

The id proof will be checked when the candidate enters the exam center.

Also, bring a printout of the admit card.

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ISDI Challenge 2025 Exam Centres

Candidates can view the city-wise ISDI Challenge exam centres below for admissions 2025:

City ISDI Challenge 2025 Exam Centre
Jaipur

Neerja Modi School,

Shipra Path,

Shanthi Nagar, Mansarovar,

Jaipur, Rajasthan

Bengaluru

St Joseph’s Pre-University College,

The Ardee School,

FM Cariappa Road (Museum Road),

Bengaluru 

Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad Management Association,

ATIRA Campus,

Dr Vikram Sarabhai Marg, 

Ahmedabad

Delhi

The Ardee School Yasho Bhawan,

New Friends Colony,

New Delhi 

Kolkata

Modern High School for Girls78,

Syed Amir Ali Avenue,

Kolkata

Indore

Daly College Business School 1,

PTC Road, Residency Area,

Indore

Mumbai

Indian School of Design & Innovation (ISDI), Mumbai
One Indiabulls Centre,
Senapati Bapat Marg,

Mumbai

Lucknow

TBA contact Mr Adnan Patel at +91 7718865341

adnan@isdi.in

Also Read:

ISDI Challenge Pattern ISDI Challenge Syllabus ISDI Challenge Question Papers
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ISDI Challenge 2025 - FAQs

Here are a few FAQs related to the ISDI Challenge 2025 exam. Read on.

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Q:   Who can appear in the ISDI Challenge exam interview?
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The interview is the 2nd stage of the admission process conducted by the Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI). Candidates are shortlisted for the interview based on their performance in the Portfolio/Design Project & DAT.

The candidate must appear in all the stages of the design entrance exam. This means the final result will be prepared by giving weightage to the DAT and interview.

Q:   How can I check ISDI challenge results?
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The result for ISDI Challenge 2025 is not declared on the official website of the design entrance exam but candidates are intimated about their performance in ISDI Challenge exam by means of an email.

The candidate can seek admission to the design programme on the basis of their results. Note that the allotment of seats will be on the merit based.

Q:   When will results of ISDI Challenge be announced?
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The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) will declared the results of ISDI Challenge 2025 for the Current Cycle on Dec 12, 2024. To check their results, the candidate needs to log in to the result portal using their candidate credentials.

Note that the scores of the ISDI Challenge 2025 exam will be used for counseling and seat allotment.

Q:   When was the interview held for ISDI challenge exam?
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The interview for ISDI Challenge 2025 for the Current Cycle will be held on Nov 30, 2024. Candidates were shortlisted for the interview based on their performance in Portfolio/Design Project & DAT.

Note that candidates are required to appear in all the stages of the ISDI Challenge exam. If a candidate skips the interview, he or she will not be considered for admission.

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Answered 2 months ago

The ISDI challenge interview checks:

  • Your passion for design

  • Clarity of thought

  • Awareness of your own work

  • Communication and confidence

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The ISDI Challenge, including DAT and interviews, is conducted online

Admission is through the ISDI Challenge, which includes:

  • Online application

  • Creative Aptitude Test

  • Portfolio Review and Personal Interview

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

There is no rigid syllabus, but questions are designed to evaluate:

  • Creative problem-solving

  • Design sensitivity

  • Awareness of global and local design trends

  • Logical and critical thinking

  • Visual storytelling and interpretation skills

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The DAT includes the following:

  • General Awareness (Design, art, culture, current affairs)

  • Logical Reasoning (Patterns, sequences, visual logic)

  • Analytical Thinking (Problem solving, critical analysis)

  • Storytelling (Narrative-building, creativity, expression)

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The ISDI Challenge includes three main components:

  • Portfolio or Theme-based Design Project (40% weightage)

  • Design Aptitude Test (DAT) – MCQ-based online test (30%)

  • Personal Interview (30%)

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10