Design Admission 2026: Registration Fees, Eligibility, Top Institutes/Colleges in India

Pallavi Priyadarshini PandaContent Writer
A Design course has many specializations include Fashion Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Automotive Design, Footwear Design, Web Design, and so on.
Design courses are offered at various levels, including UG, PG, Doctorate, Diploma, and Certification. BDes (Bachelor of Design) and MDes (Master of Design) are the two main programs in the Design field.
Admission to Design courses is based on both merit and the entrance exam process or entrance based like NIFT Entrance, NID Entrance, CEED, UCEED, Pearl Academy Entrance, etc.
Design Admission 2025: Eligibility Criteria
The tables below shows the top colleges and general eligibility criteria for various Design courses in India.
Design Admission 2025: Top Colleges Eligibility Criteria
Listed below is the Design course eligibility criteria -
| Design Courses | Top Design Colleges | Eligibility Criteria |
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| BDes | NIFT Delhi |
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| Amity University Noida |
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| Pearl Academy |
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| World University of Design |
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| JD Institute of Fashion Technology |
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| MDes | NIFT Bangalore |
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| Amity University Noida |
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| Pearl Academy Mumbai |
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| World University of Design |
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| MIT Institute of Design |
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Source: Official site and may vary.
Design Admission 2025: General Eligibility Criteria
Candidates can see the table below for the general eligibility criteria -
| Design Course Level | Eligibility Criteria |
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| Undergraduate/UG Diploma |
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| Postgraduate/PG Diploma |
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| Doctoral |
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| Certification |
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Source: Official site and may vary.
Design Course Admission Process 2025
Students can get Design College in two ways.
- Merit-Based Admission
- Entrance Exam Admission
Steps to Get Admission to Design Courses
Given below is the step-wise admission process in Design courses in India:
- Check the eligibility criteria.
- Fill the application form
- Start the registration process.
- Make a fee payment
- Download the admit card
- Appear for the entrance exam.
- Wait for the result
- Verify the documents
Popular Design Entrance Exams 2025
Candidates can see the table below for the Design course entrance exams with schedule -
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Entrance Exams |
Exam Dates |
Exam Schedule |
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NIFT 2025 |
February 9, 2025 (Result Out) |
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UCEED 2025 |
January 19, 2025 (Result Date Declared) |
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NID Entrance Exam 2025 |
May 16, 2025 (BDes Result) | |
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CEED 2025 |
10 Mar ' 25 - 11 Jun ' 25 (Scorecard) | |
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Pearl Academy Entrance Exam 2025 |
May 31, 2025, to June 2, 2025 |
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WUD Aptitude Test 2025 |
May 24, 2025 - May 25, 2025 |
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CUET-PG 2025 |
March 13 - April 1, 2025 (Result Declared) |
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CUET UG 2025 |
May 13 - June 3, 2025 (Result Declared) |
Sources - Official site nd may differ.
Links useful for Design Admission 2025:
Top 10 NIFT Colleges in India 2025: Ranking, Fees, Admission, Placements
Design Admissions 2025: Quick Preparation Tips
Listed below is the quick preparation tips -
- Understand the Requirements
- Build a Strong Portfolio
- Practice Aptitude Tests
- Research Schools
- Prepare for Interviews
- Stay Updated
Design Courses Admission 2025: Top Entrance Exams Syllabus
Candidates can see the table below -
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Design Entrance Exams |
Exam Syllabus |
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The written exams comprise the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and the General Ability Test (GAT). The GAT paper is mandatory for all courses. However, only B.Des and M.Des candidates need to take the CAT. |
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Part A now has the following sections: Visualization and spatial reasoning, Practical and scientific knowledge, Observation and design sensitivity, Environment and Society, Analytical and logical reasoning, Language, and Creativity. |
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Topics like colour terminology, optical illusion, form and function, picture analysis, literal thinking, story pictures, memory drawing, etc. |
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The exam is anticipated to test visual aptitude through drawing, painting, sketching, design concepts, visual perception, and creativity. Additionally, the design communication test is expected to assess verbal and nonverbal communication, visual language, typography, information design, and user interface design. |
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Aspirants can prepare subjects/topics such as English language (comprehension, vocabulary, and expression), Language Ability, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, and Basic Mathematics. |
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It covers topics of Basic Mathematics & Quantitative Ability, General IQ level questions, logical reasoning, and Language Ability. This exam evaluates the candidates based on their aptitude in Design. |
Sources - Official site nd may differ.
Design Admission 2025: Top Colleges Admission Details
Candidates can see below for the top government and private Design colleges -
Design Admission 2025 in Top Government Colleges
Candidates can see the table below -
| Best Government Colleges Admission Details | Tuition Fee |
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| Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University Design Admission | INR 2.8 Lakh |
| NSUT Design Admission | INR 3.95 Lakh |
| The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Design Admission | INR 5.85 Lakh |
| Gujarat University Design Admission | INR 6 Lakh - 7.2 Lakh |
| Delhi Technological University Design Admission | INR 6.87 Lakh |
| IIT Delhi Design Admission | INR 8 Lakh |
| IIT Hyderabad Design Admission | INR 8 Lakh |
| IIT Guwahati Design Admission | INR 8 Lakh |
| NIFT Delhi Design Admission | INR 12.34 Lakh |
| NID Ahmedabad Design Admission | INR 16.84 Lakh |
Sources - Official site nd may differ.
Design Admission 2025 in Top Private Colleges
Candidates can see the table below -
| Best Private Colleges Admission Details | Tuition Fee |
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| Amity Noida Design Admission | INR 7.92 Lakh - 8.8 Lakh |
| HITS Design Admission | INR 5.5 Lakh |
| IMS Design and Innovation Academy Design Admission | INR 16 Lakh |
| ITM Institute of Design and Media Design Admission | INR 16.8 Lakh |
| JD Institute of Fashion Technology Design Admission | INR 5.25 Lakh - 5.4 Lakh |
| JECRC University Design Admission | INR 3.72 Lakh - 4.86 Lakh |
| Parul University Design Admission | INR 5.46 Lakh - 13 Lakh |
| Pearl Academy Mumbai Design Admission | INR 22.16 Lakh - 29.94 Lakh |
| Poornima University Design Admission | INR 1.29 Lakh - 3 Lakh |
| World University of Design Design Admission | INR 11 Lakh - 16.1 Lakh |
Sources - Official site nd may differ.
Links useful for Design Admission 2025:
10 tips to crack interviews for design courses at NID, NIFT & IIT
Design Admission 2025: Placements in Top Colleges
Candidates can see the table below for the top Design colleges in India with average salary -
| Best Design Colleges | Average Package Offered |
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| IIT Guwahati Placements | INR 13.76 - 30.75 LPA |
| IIT Hyderabad Placements | INR 14 - 21.88 LPA |
| IIT Delhi Placements | INR 17 - 20 LPA |
| Delhi University Placements | INR 16 LPA |
| Vijaybhoomi School of Design Placements | INR 13.3 LPA |
| Srishti Manipal Institute Placements | INR 3 - 11.75 LPA |
| Manipal School of Architecture and Planning Placements | INR 8.9 - 11.75 LPA |
| School of Art and Design Placements | INR 10.7 LPA |
| Welingkar Mumbai Placements | INR 10 LPA |
| KIIT School of Fashion Technology Placements | INR 9.5 LPA |
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Feb '26 | NIFT 2026 Issue of Admit Cards TENTATIVE |
8 Feb ' 26 | NIFT 2026 (Stage 1: Written Exam) |
27 Feb ' 26 | Last date to apply for March Attempt |
14 Mar ' 26 | SAT India exam (March attempt) |
17 Feb ' 26 | NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) - Results for M.Des |
17 Feb ' 26 - 18 Feb ' 26 | NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) - Results Recheck for M.Des |
6 Mar ' 26 | UCEED 2026 Result Date |
10 Mar ' 26 - 31 Jul ' 26 | UCEED 2026 Score Card |
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Popular Design Specializations
Popular Specializations
- Fashion Design
715 Colleges
- Graphic Design
441 Colleges
- UI / UX
401 Colleges
- Apparel Design
362 Colleges
- Game Design
350 Colleges
- Textile Design
320 Colleges
- Web Design
320 Colleges
- Jewellery Design
159 Colleges
- Visual Merchandising
95 Colleges
- Lifestyle Accesory Design
86 Colleges
Most Popular Courses
Popular Courses
- B.Des. in Accessory DesignNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- B.Des. in Leather DesignNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- B.Des. in Fashion DesignNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- B.Des. in Knitwear DesignNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- B.Des. in Fashion CommunicationNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- B.FTech. in Apparel ProductionNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- Master of Design (M.Des.)National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- Master of Fashion Technology (M.FTech)National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- Master of Fashion Management (MFM)National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
- B.Des. in Textile DesignNational Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
Popular Design UG Courses
UG Courses
- UG Diploma
706 Colleges
- B.Sc.
536 Colleges
- B.Des
526 Colleges
- B.Voc
169 Colleges
- B.A.
96 Colleges
Popular Design PG Courses
PG Courses
- PG Diploma
293 Colleges
- M.Des
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- M.Sc.
219 Colleges
- M.A.
73 Colleges
- MBA/PGDM
64 Colleges
News & Updates
Student Forum
Answered 16 hours ago
ARCH College of Design and Business BDes fee related queries can be discussed with the subject advisor. Students can also reach out to the admission office for contact details.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 16 hours ago
ARCH College of Design and Business BDes admission is done based on score in AIEED. Candidates interested in the UG course have to apply for this programme. AIEED 2025 application fee amount was INR 3,000. Students had to pay this fee to submit the application form successfully.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 17 hours ago
ARCH College of Design and Business BDes Fashion and Textile Design fee structure include tuition fee, registration fee, caution money, etc. The payment frequency varies for each fee component. Its tuition fee amount is INR 18 lakh. The onetime fee of INR 70,000 includes registration fees and refund
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 18 hours ago
The Symbiosis School of Planning, Architecture and Design the highest package offered to the batch 2024 was INR 10 LPA. In addition to this, the average package offered was INR 6 LPA.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 18 hours ago
The Symbiosis School of Planning, Architecture and Design placements 2024 concluded with 90% of students placed. The highest package offered was INR 10 LPA. The average package for 2024 drive stood at INR 6 LPA.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 19 hours ago
After completing a M.Des abroad - graduate students can expect to earn a higher starting salary than what they could earn after graduating from India. This is because of two reasons - a degree from abroad makes you recognised by various companies abroad, especially in the country from where you grad
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered Yesterday
Anant National University BDes 2026 application end date was Jan 1, 2026 as per the official website. The candidates can contact the admission office to get more details.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered Yesterday
Anant National University has a total seat intake of 600 for its BDes course. Candidates are admitted as per the sanctioned intake and selection procedure. This seat count is as per the official website. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Anant National University require students to take the Anant Design Entrance and Proficiency Test for selection. It is a mandatory examination for all the aspirants of BDes course. This entrance test is conducted in 10 different languages, including Hindi, English, Marathi, Bengali, etc. It is an ho
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Anant National University offers on and off campus hostel facility to BDes students. It provide double occupancy accommodation. The first year fee for on campus double occupancy is INR 3.38 lakh. For off campus double occupancy, the first year fee is INR 3.03 lakh.
The given fee information is taken
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Anant National University BDes tuition fee amounts to INR 6.25 lakh, per annum. This fee component is subject to an increase of 7.5% year on year. The fee has to be paid per-semester and no GST is applicable. Candidates should note that the mentioned fee is as per the official website. Hence, is ind
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Anant National University BDes application fee amount is INR 1,500. This is a one time fee component. Students need to pay this amount to submit application forms successfully. The mentioned fee is as per the official website and hence, is indicative.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Candidates can apply for BDes after completing Class 12. Sasi Creative Colleges has not specified the minimum aggregate to apply for BDes. Aspirants can apply with 55% in Class 12 provided they also meet the other criteria.
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Answered Yesterday
Candidates must complete graduation from a recognised institute or university to apply for MDes programme at Sasi Creative Colleges. Aspirants must have documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission. Admission to MDes programme is entrance-based.
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Answered Yesterday
NIFT Chennai offers a BDes programme to students at the UG level. It is offered in full-time mode for a duration of 4 years. The college offers this programme in several specialisations such as Fashion Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Communication, etc.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
Yes, the Istituto Marangoni Italy is considered one of the best fashion design universities in the world. It is the best Italian fashion school based on a recent poll by a local Italian magazine.
The instiute is based in the heart of the fashion capital of the world. This provides students immediate
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
Istituto Marangoni Milan graduates work as Fashion Designers, Stylists, Illustrators, Technical Designers, Product Managers, Interior Designers, and Fashion Buyers.
The institute maintains strong connections with companies across industries and uses them to offer internships during studies.
IM Italy
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
There are many top universities abroad that are best for Fashion Designing, Some of the top Fashion Design universities abroad are mentioned below for your reference -
- Harvard University
- University of California, Los Angeles
- University of Manchester
- The University of Queensland
- Carnegie Mellon University
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Answered 5 days ago
Application and entrance test fees paid for BFA admission at Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design And Technology, MAHE are non-refundable under all circumstances. This is regardless of withdrawal timing.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
Refunds are processed within 45 days from the date when Admissions Office receives hard copy of withdrawal application. Refund eligibility and deductions depend on date when withdrawal notice is submitted.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
If withdrawal occurs on or after the class commencement/orientation date, physical reporting to the campus is mandatory. For hostel fees, INR 20,000 may be deducted, and additional deductions may apply based on the duration of stay. Program fee refunds are processed as per UGC norms.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
If BFA students submit withdrawal request 15 days or more before class starts or before orientation date, they will get a full refund of programme fee and hostel fee, as per UGC refund policy.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design And Technology, MAHE, BFA students can expect to pay approximately INR 30.82 Lacs in total. This includes a refundable caution deposit and consistent annual fees of INR 7.58 Lacs each year.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
BFA students can go for merit-based scholarships based on academic excellence, portfolio or entrance performance, need-based scholarships for financial assistance, and special category awards. There are UG scholarships like Freeship, Scholar, and Achiever categories that may also apply to BFA studen
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
After fee payment, a BFA applicant at Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design And Technology, MAHE is considered provisionally admitted. To withdraw, the student must submit an online withdrawal request through the MAHE portal. Depending on the timing, physical reporting to the Admissions Office an
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design And Technology, MAHE BFA fee consists of a refundable caution deposit of INR 50,000 paid in the first year, an annual tuition fee of INR 4.32 lac, and an other academic fee of INR 3.26 lac each year. Annual fee is INR 7.58 Lacs from Year 1 to Year 4 which exc
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
At IILM University, Gurugram the following are offered
- B.Des Fashion Design
- B.Des Product Design
- B.Des Interior Design
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
Students who do well in a Fashion Design course are those who:
Are open to criticism
- Life-long learning attitude
Can manage time well
Are willing to redo work
Enjoy hands-on learning
- Value creativity and expression
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
Fashion Design is more time-intensive than many theory-based courses.
Students often spend long hours in studios, especially near submissions. It requires physical stamina as well as creativity. However, students who genuinely enjoy design usually find the workload challenging but rewarding.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
The course prepares students through:
Strict deadlines
Repeated feedback and corrections
Studio discipline
Exposure to industry expectations
Students learn that fashion is not just creativity but also patience, precision, and consistency.
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