Updated on May 20, 2025 05:58 IST
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Graphic Design enthusiasts and writers work closely together to determine the words to be used and if they should be placed in paragraphs, lists or tables. Graphic designers may visualize statistical data into visual visuals and diagrams that can make complex concepts easier to understand through the use of images, text and color.

Because of the specialized nature of their work and the great demand for graphic designers, students may also expect to make high wages. More content provides more opportunity to design the visual components of that content, especially in this technological age, which explains the expanding demand for graphic designers. Top hiring industries for Graphic Designing Jobs include the fashion business, IT, gaming, advertising, news media, and entertainment, among others. Students can work as Multimedia Programmers, Creative Directors, and so on.

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Top Careers in Graphic Design

The following section shows the best Graphic Designing jobs in the country along with their average annual pay. 

Graphic Designer: Graphic designers use computer tools to generate visual concepts that inspire, instruct, and fascinate customers.

Web Designer: A Web Designer is an IT expert who is in charge of designing a website's layout, visual look, and usability.

Creative Director: Creative Director typically develops and oversees a project from its inception. 

Art Director: They are in charge of leading their teams and developing the aesthetics of their projects.

Animator: The function of an animator is to create several images to create the illusion of movement.

Illustrator: The illustrator's role is to produce a visual depiction of the writing.

Product Designer A Product Designer is in charge of a product's user experience, frequently taking direction.

Graphic Design Career Scope in India

Graphic Designers have plenty of options when it comes to jobs and career opportunities. The below table shows some of the sectors where one can be employed after a graphic Designer diploma. 

Publishing House: It is one of the most popular industries for graphic designers. It comprises newspapers, magazines, and other publications.

Advertising Agencies: Graphic Designer positions are plentiful in advertising agencies. Jobs in this industry involve designing movie and television programme posters, among other things.

TV and Production Houses: Graphic Designers in this industry create website designs, select layouts, and so on. This industry has grown as a result of digitalisation.

Website Development: In this sector Graphic Designer does work like creating the design of the websites, choosing layout etc. Digitalization has led to the growth of this sector.

E-Learning: Learning using the internet is now an everyday occurrence. Graphic designers can find tasks such as designing the layout of apps, developing images for study materials, and so on.

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Top Recruiters for Graphic Design Graduates

Graphic designers can find work immediately after graduating. Various companies visit colleges to hire students. The following companies are looking for graphic designers and are aiming to hire as many new talent as possible.

Company Name

Average Salary

Highest Annual Salary

Graphic Designer, INC.

INR 2,70,000

INR 4,80,000

Design Group

INR 2,20,000

INR 7,86,000

Accenture

INR 4,50,000

INR 6,14,000

Designer Graphics

INR 2,22,000

INR 6,80,000

Vistaprint Inc

INR 1,86,000

INR 2,72,000

Top Graphic Design College for Placements

Graphic Designing courses and specialisations are available at a variety of colleges. The colleges in India with the best placement packages are as follows:

Name of College

Highest CTC Offered

National Institute of Design

INR 22 LPA -23 LPA

MIT Art, Design and Technology

INR 5-6 LPA

Lovely Professional University

INR 2-4 LPA

Pearl Academy

INR 12-15 LPA

Arch College of Design and Business

INR 6-8 LPA

Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology

INR 20 - 21 LPA

Jain University

INR 5-6 LPA

Avantika University

INR 7-10 LPA

 

Table of contents
  • Popular Graphic Design Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Graphic Design Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Graphic Design UG Courses
  • Popular Graphic Design PG Courses

Popular Graphic Design Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Graphic Design Colleges in India. Learn more about these Graphic Design colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Graphic Design. Students interested in pursuing a career on Graphic Design, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

May '26 - Jun '26

NIFT Stage 2: M.Des and M.F.M Interview

TENTATIVE

Jun '26

NIFT Stage 2 Admit Card

TENTATIVE

17 Apr ' 26

Last date to apply for May Attempt

2 May ' 26

SAT India exam (May attempt)

14 Mar ' 26 - 10 Apr ' 26

B.Des Application

10 Mar ' 26 - 31 Jul ' 26

UCEED 2026 Score Card

Mar '26

NID DAT 2026 (Mains) Studio Test and Interview

TENTATIVE

21 Mar ' 26 - 1 Apr ' 26

NID Mains Exam: M.Des Interview

Popular Graphic Design UG Courses

Following are the most popular Graphic Design UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Graphic Design PG Courses

Following are the most popular Graphic Design PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Answered a month ago

Given below are the top graphic design colleges in Mumbai offering Certificate courses with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
St. Pauls Institute of Communication EducationINR 20,000
Frameboxx Animation and Visual EffectsINR 1.25 lakh
Arena Animation, Dadar, MumbaiINR 25,000
Arena Animation, ChemburINR 25,000
Arena Animation, BandraINR 1.19 lakh

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

Given below are the best Graphic design colleges in Mumbai offering diloma courses to their candidates with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj UniversityINR 62,000
International School of Design, Andheri WestINR 1.11 lakh  INR 1.24 lakh
MET Institute of Information TechnologyINR 1 lakh
Walk In Educate Pvt LtdINR 64,800

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

Yes, candidates can definitely pursue PG courses after completing UG courses in Graphic Design colleges in Mumbai. Some of the PG colleges are mentoned below -

Top CollegesTuition fee
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj UniversityINR 1.39 lakh
International School of Design, Andheri WestINR 1.24 lakh  INR 1.63 lakh
Boston Institute of AnalyticsINR 1.45 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

 

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

Private Grahic design colleges in Mumbai are exensive than government colleges with modern infrastructure and great lacement opportunities. Given below are the top colleges with fees -

Private CollegesTuition Fees
Pearl Academy Mumbai AdmissionINR 27.89 lakh
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University AdmissionINR 62,000 - INR 4.05 lakh
Thakur College of Engineering and Technology AdmissionINR 4.46 lakh
Ecole Intuit Lab AdmissionINR 28.78 lakh
International School of Design AdmissionINR 1.11 Lacs - INR 1.63 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

Hi,

Yes, there are many top colleges offering Diploma in Graphic design courses in Kolkata. Some of the top colleges are International School of Design, Kolkata, DreamZone School of Creative Studies, Ultadanga, PITE - Profex Institute of Technical Education, etc.

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

Hi,

The best degrees for graphic design in Kolkata are a UG degree like BDes or BSc in Graphic Design courses. These 3-4 year courses offer training in visual communication, 2D/3D design, and industry tools. Top colleges include Adamas University, iLEAD, and Arena Animation fees ranging from INR 2.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered a month ago

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The cost of joining the best Graphic designing colleges in Kolkata may vary from college to college. Candidates can see below for more info. of the best colleges with its tuition fees –

Top Courses

Cost of Colleges

International School of Design, Kolkata

INR 4.56 lakh

NSHM Design School

INR 3.12 lakh

Moople Institute of Animation and Design

INR 1.36 lakh

STI - Srimati Techno Institute

INR 16,500

Source: Official site and data may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 2 months ago

Candidates must pass Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board to apply for BA Graphic Design and Digital Marketing at Manipal Institute of Communication. Aspirants also need to appear for a Home-Based Test followed by a PI round to get admission in this course.

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