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Pearl Academy Bangalore Course Admissions 2025: Fees, Eligibility, Dates & Selection Process

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Pearl Academy Bangalore Admission Overview 2025

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Q:   What are the courses that Pearl Academy Bangalore offers?
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Pearl Academy, Bangalore offers UG, PG Professional Certificate courses in Design, Fashion, Media as well as Business domains. The institute offers UG and PG courses across several specialisations. These courses are approved by IED - Instituto Europeo di Design Milan. Admission to all courses at Pearl Academy Bangalore is completely entrance-based, except for Professional Certificate courses

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Q:   What is the fees of BDes in Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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Pearl Academy Bangalore BDes fee ranges between INR 7.6 lakh and INR 20.5 lakh. Aspirants have to pay the programme fee after completion of all the selection rounds to confirm their seat. Apart from course fee, candidates also have to pay a registration fee in the start. The application fee for BDes is INR 1,500.

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for MDes at Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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Pearl Academy Bangalore offers MDes as a 2 years PG level programme, offered in various specialisations such as Communication Design, Interior Design, Fashion Styling, Fashion Design, Fashion Communication and many more. Admission to the respective course is offered on the basis of Pearl Academy Entrance Exam. Candidates must prepare a portfolio for presentation. Post presentation, final admission will be granted after the fees payment to confirm the seat.

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Pearl Academy Bangalore Eligibility & Selection 2025

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Q:   Can I apply for MDes after graduation at Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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For admission to a two-year MDes course at Pearl Academy Bangalore, candidates are required to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria in the first place before applying for this course. Those who are willing to get admission to this course must get a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. As there is no particular stream mentioned for passing the final UG examinations, candidates can get the respective degree in any stream. 

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Q:   Can I apply for Pearl Academy Bangalore BDes after Class 12?
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Yes, candidates who have passed Class 12 from any recognised board can apply for the Pearl Academy Bangalore BDes course. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at later stages of admission. Apart from this, candidates need to fulfil the selection criteria as mentioned below:

CourseSelection Criteria
BDes (common for all specialisations)PAF  (GPT + DAT) + PI + Portfolio Presentation
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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for MBA at  Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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Pearl Academy Bangalore offers MBA for 2 years in specialisations such as Fashion & Lifestyle Business Management and Global Luxury Brand Management. The college offers MBA with a total tuition fee worth INR 11.8 Lakh. Candidate must have graduated (in any discipline) from a recognised university. In addition to this, candidates must qualify General Proficiency Test (GPT) + Design Aptitude Test (DAT) | Personal Interview & Portfolio Showcase.

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Pearl Academy Bangalore Admission Process 2025

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Q:   How to get admission to MDes at Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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For admission to the postgraduate-level Diploma courses at Pearl Academy Bangalore, candidates need to take the Pearl Academy Entrance Exam (PAF). This exam is conducted in the two rounds, i.e., General Proficiency Test (GPT) and Design Aptitude Test (DAT). Both of these exams are conducted in online mode for a duration of 90 minutes. Aspirants need to qualify for both the rounds with a valid score. The final selection is done based on the performance of candidates in the Written Test, Personal Interview (PI) and Portfolio Presentation rounds. Both online and offline versions of the application are made accessible for the admissions cycles in April and June. Candidates must pay INR 1,500 as application fees in order to apply for this course.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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Pearl Academy Bangalore offers courses at the UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate levels. Candidates must secure a minimum aggregate of 50% in Class 12 to qualify for UG-level courses. Whereas, for PG level courses, candidates must secure a minimum aggregate in graduation. Apart from this, candidates must appear for Pearl Academy Entrance Exam, portfolio presentation and personal interview. 

Q:   What is the selection criteria for MBA at Pearl Academy, Bengaluru?
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Pearl Academy Bengaluru MBA admission is entrance-based. The institute accepts valid scorecards of the Pearl Academy entrance exam for admission to the MBA courses. Aspirants need to appear for any of the entrance exams mentioned above and secure enough marks to proceed with the next selection round. Candidates who manage to clear the exam will be called for a personal interview round conducted by the institute. Applicants are also showcasing their portfolio to evaluate their handling skills. 

Pearl Academy Bangalore BDes Admission 2025

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  • 10+2 with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: Pearl Academy Entrance Exam

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DatesUpcoming Events
8 Sep '25 - 13 Jan '26
Pearl Academy Application Form 2026Ongoing
13 Jan '26
B.Des Last date to apply
14 Jan '26
B.Des Online Written Exam admit card release
17 Jan '26 - 19 Jan '26
Pearl Academy Admit Card 2026 (January Cycle) - Issue Date
17 Jan '26 - 19 Jan '26
B.Des Online Written Exam
DatesPast Events
Jul '25
Pearl Academy Registration 2025Tentative
19 Jun '25 - 20 Jun '25
Comprehensive Aptitude Interview
18 Jun '25
Admit Card for Comprehensive Aptitude Interview
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Q:   Which are the BDes specialisations offered at Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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BDes is a four-year course at Pearl Academy Bangalore offered in below specialisations:

  • Fashion Design
  • Textile Design
  • Fashion Styling
  • Fashion Communication
  • Interior Architectural Design
  • Communication
Q:   How to get admission to BDes at Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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In order to get admission to BDes course at Pearl Academy Bangalore, candidates are required to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria in the first place. Those who pass Class 12 in any stream are eligible to apply for this course. Admission to BDes course at Pearl Academy Bangalore is entrance-based. Candidates are required to appear for PAF, which is an in-house entrance exam of Pearl Academy. This exam is conducted in two rounds, including General Proficiency Test (GPT) and Design Aptitude Test (DAT). Aspirants need to qualify for both the rounds in order to get admission. Further, the final selection is done based on the performance of candidates in personal interview round and portfolio presentation.

Q:   How can I prepare for BDes admission at Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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Pearl Academy Bangalore offers BDes in various specialisations such as Interior Architecture Design, Fashion Design, Communication Design (UX/UI), Communication Design (Graphic Design), Fashion Styling and many more. Admission to BDes is offered on the basis of 50% aggregate of Class 12 with valid scores in Pearl Academy Entrance Exam. The application for the aforementioned entrance exam releases around May-June and the final exam commences from by the end of the May. For more details, candidates must visit the official website or contact the college administration to learn about the dates, duration, admit card, exam center and others.

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Pearl Academy Bangalore Admission 2025: How to Apply?

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Q:   What is the total fee for MBA at Pearl Academy, Bengaluru?
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Pearl Academy Bengaluru's total MBA fees vary across the MBA specialisations offered at the institute. The total Pearl Academy Bengaluru fees for MBA courses as mentioned on the institute's official website for the academic year 2024-25 have been tabulated below:

Fee componentsAmount (for 2 years)
Tuition
INR 1.6 lakh
One-time Payment
INR 80,000
Other Fees
INR 9.44 lakh
Total fee
INR 11.84 lakh

NOTE: The mentioned fee has been sourced from the official website of the insitute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and, hence, is indicative.

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Q:   What is the fees for MDes at Pearl Academy Bangalore?
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The total tuition fee for Pearl Academy Bangalore MDes course is INR 1.4 lakh. Aspirants have to pay the fee to confirm their seat in the institute. Apart from course fee, candidates also have to pay a registration fee in the start. The application fee for MDes is INR 1,500. Moreover, the mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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Pearl Academy Bangalore Scholarships

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Q:   Does Pearl Academy Bangalore offer any scholarship students?
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Yes, Pearl Academy Bangalore offers scholarships to its meritorious students. The scholarships are offered based on candidates' academic performance and financial background. The institute offers "Who's Next" merit-based scholarships to eligible candidates. The scholarship is offered based on the Pearl Entrance Exam and their performance in the PI and Portfolio presentation round, which is conducted for the selection of candidates in UG and PG courses at Pearl Academy Bangalore.

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Q:   What all courses are offered at Pearl Academy Bengaluru?
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Pearl Academy Bengaluru offers a variety of certificates, and undergraduate and postgraduate courses in fashion, design, animation, journalism, and creative practices. The college offers 4-year UG programme in various specialisations such as BDes in Fashion Design, BDes in Interior Achitechture Design, and BDes in Communication Design (Graphics). Further, Pearl Academy Jaipur offers 2-year PG programmes such as MDes in Fashion Design, MDes in Interior Deisgn, and MDes in Communication Design. Apart from this, the Pearl Academy Jaipur offers only one 11 month professional certificate course, i.e. Jewellery Design. The college also provides one 3-year UG programme, i.e. BBA in Fashion and Lifestyle Business Management. 

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Q:   When will the Pearl Academy 2024 written exam be conducted?
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Pearl Academy 2024 exam for the January Cycle was conducted on January 27-28, 2024. The entrance exam dates for the April session are out. Last date to apply is Apr 20. The entrance exam for April session is scheduled from Apr 23 to Apr 24.

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Placements: Pearl Academy offers decent placement opportunities to students in the Bachelor of Design program. Around 30–35% of the students get placements in our course. The college has a strong placement cell, which brings companies such as OLX, Zota, Zoho, Genpact, etc., for placements. Students were also getting internships with stipends.
Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available at Pearl Academy were really good for the students. Students receive proper support from the management of the college. The college has labs for students to practice in. The library and classrooms had proper seating. Wi-Fi, sports, and other necessary facilities were also available for the students.
Faculty: The faculty of the college was helpful, supportive, qualified, and knowledgeable. Their way of teaching was good and easy to understand. The teachers had good experience in both the teaching and designing fields. The course curriculum of the college was relevant and made the students industry-ready. Semester exams at the college were not hard to pass.
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Pearl Academy Bangalore Admission 2025 FAQs

Q:   Does Pearl Academy Bangalore offer any certificate courses?
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Yes, Pearl Academy Bangalore offers on-campus Professional Certificate courses across seven specialisations. Candidates who passed Class 12 in any stream can apply for this course. These courses are offered for a duration of 11 months. At Pearl Academy Bangalore campus, candidates can pursue the certificate courses in Video Game Production (with Unreal Engine), Game Design (with Unreal Engine), Virtual Production (with Unreal Engine), Visual Effects (Compositing and Motion Graphics/ Houdini), etc. Admission to these courses is done through an interview round conducted at the institute. 

Q:   Can a student apply for UG/PG programmes while waiting for the final result of last qualifying exam at Pearl Academy?
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Students willing to apply for admission to any of the UG/ PG courses at Pearl Academy may apply provisionally but they need to produce a self-attested copy of the mark sheets/ degrees. In case, they are unable to submit the required documents by the stipulated deadline, the provisional admission is liable to be cancelled and they have no claim to the fee paid as per the Pearl Academy's refund policy.

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To secure a seat in the Pearl Academy Bangalore MBA course, candidates need to first complete their Class 12 and submit the application form along with the application fee. Applicants are required to appear in the GPT as part of the entrance exam, along with a PI round if selected. Moreover, the ins

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To get admission to the BBA programme at Pearl Academy, Bangalore, candidates are required to complete an online application process. Applicants can refer to the following steps to apply online for the programme:

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To get a seat in the Pearl Academy Bangalore BBA programme, candidates must first complete their Class 12 and filling out the application form and paying the application fee. Applicants need to appear for the GPT as part of the entrance exam, followed by a PI round if shortlisted. Additionally, the

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There are several factors that determine BBA seat admission at Pearl Academy Bangalore. The admission policy of the BBA programme decides the selection based on the marks of the previous qualifying exam. Following are the main points that determine Pearl Academy Bangalore BBA seat intake: 

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Pearl Academy Bangalore considers several aspects during the admission process. The college offers admission on the basis of Class 12 aggregate or graduation results. In addition to this, candidates must have a portfolio to present for the final admission. Apart from the portfolio presentation, cand

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