Somaiya School of Design, supported by Riidl BDes Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, Selection, Admission Dates, How to Apply

The induction of students for Somaiya School of Design, supported by Riidl BDes course admission is done based on marks obtained in the entrance exam (SVUET/UCEED/NID DAT/NIFT/PERA-CET/NATA /JEE Main Paper 2, MAH- Design CET). Other than entrance test scores, the admission committee also takes into consideration the students' performance in the interview round and team activity.

To be considered for admission, students must visit the official website of the institute and apply for the course. After the application process, the institute begins with the selection process. The below mentioned is a step-by-step guide to the entire Somaiya School of Design, supported by Riidl admission process:

STEP 1: Somaiya School of Design, supported by Riidl BDes Application Process 2025

The BDes application process is conducted online. Candidates willing to apply must follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit the official website at https://ssd.somaiya.edu/ and click on the 'Apply Now' button.

Step 2: Fill out the registration form appearing on the screen.

Step 3: Log in to the account and fill out the complete application form.

Step 4: Upload the image of your signature and a recent passport-size photograph.

Step 7: Pay the requisite Somaiya School of Design, supported by Riidl BDes application fees 2025 of INR 500.

STEP 2: Screening Process

Once the application window is closed, the admission committee reviews all the applications. Students who have a good academic record and meet the cutoff set for the accepted entrance exams (SVUET/UCEED/NID DAT/NIFT/PERA-CET/NATA /JEE Main Paper 2, MAH- Design CET) are shortlisted for further rounds of evaluation.

STEP 3: Selection Rounds

Once the screening process is done, the calls shortlist students for further evaluation. To evaluate, the institute conducts an interview process and a team activity. Those who wish to prepare for the interview round can check out this article on PI Preparation: Questions and Tips.

STEP 4: Admission Confirmation

Once the seat allotment process is completed, candidates with admission offers are asked to bring their academic documents for verification purposes. Apart from this, students may also be asked to submit a prescribed fee.

Somaiya School of Design, supported by Riidl BDes scholarships are awarded to deserving students. The institute has multiple scholarships to cater to different students' needs. Check below to know the different Somaiya School of Design scholarships available to students:

• EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Scholarship: This scholarship is available to candidates with an Annual family income up to INR 8 lakh.
• For Students with Disabilities (PWD): Students with benchmark disabilities (40% or more, as defined in the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016) are provided a 50% fee concession.
• For Wards of Defense Personnel: Up to 50% concession for those disabled or deceased in the line of duty, with a minimum of 75% in Class 12
• Sports Merit Scholarship: Candidates between the ages of 17 to 26 years, who have represented the State or University in National Championships, are eligible for sports scholarships.