Online Design

Jasmine Dang AroraDeputy Manager-Content
Designing is one of the most popular and demanding fields that encourages designers to showcase their creativity. It also enables them to use the latest technologies and create products that have the power to change the future.
It is a creative field that constantly requires a person to upgrade him/herself with the latest trends, techniques, software and more. One can undertake different careers in Design. Some popular ones include Fashion Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Game Design, Textile Design and Web Design. While undertaking traditional programmes is one way of obtaining the desired Design education, enrolling in online Design courses is another way to start a flourishing career in the field.
Online Design Courses Eligibility
There is usually no eligibility required to pursue online Design courses. Candidates at any level of education (Class 10, Class 12, graduation, post-graduation) or career (fresher or experienced) can pursue online programmes to hone their skills and get more industry ready.
Online Design Entrance Exams
Students need to appear in the following entrance exams to get admission to Design colleges:
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam
National Institute of Design Entrance Exam
Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design
Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design
All India Entrance Examination for Design
Central Universities Common Entrance Test
School of Fashion Technology Common Entrance Test
Online Design Skillset
Candidates planning to pursue online Design courses should possess the below-mentioned skills to ensure they excel in their chosen fields:
- Creative and artistic taste
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of colours, shades, and tones
- Visual imagination
- Analytical mindset
- Ability to deal with technical details
- Drawing skills
- Innovation
- Eye for detail
Online Design Courses & Specialisations
These days various colleges and Ed-tech platforms offer online Design courses to students in different specialisations. Some popular specialisations include Online Fashion Design, Online Interior Design, Online Web Design, Online Graphic Design and Online Jewellery Design.
Online Fashion Design Courses
Online Design courses are usually offered as certificate or diploma programmes. Check out some of the popular online Design courses below:
| Courses |
Duration |
Estimated Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Learn from Manish Malhotra by Inter National Institute of Fashion Design |
9 modules to be completed in 52 weeks |
999 per module |
| Pattern Making for Fashion Design – Beginner Course by Udemy |
Self-paced |
455 |
| How To Create A Fashion Collection and Launch Your Own Brand by Udemy |
Self-paced |
455 |
| Online Fashion Design Course by Shaw Academy |
4 weeks |
600 |
Online Interior Design Courses
Online Design courses are usually offered as certificate or diploma programmes. Check out some of the popular online Design courses below:
| Courses |
Duration |
Fee (In INR) |
|---|---|---|
| How to Work with Interior Design Styles Like a Pro by Udemy |
Self-paced |
455 |
| Interior Design Course by Shaw Academy |
Self-paced |
Free |
| Diploma in Interior Design by Alison |
Self-paced |
Free |
Online Web Design Courses
Online Design courses are usually offered as certificate or diploma programmes. Check out some of the popular online Design courses below:
| Courses |
Duration |
Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Web Development 101:Javascript for Modern Web Developer by Skillshare |
2.45 hours |
Free |
| CSS Basics by Edx |
5 weeks |
Free |
| HTML and CSS for Absolute Beginners by Skillshare |
2.18 hours |
Free |
Online Graphic Design Courses
Online Design courses are usually offered as certificate or diploma programmes. Check out some of the popular online Design courses below:
| Courses |
Duration |
Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Graphic Design Specialization by Coursera |
6 months |
Free enrollment |
| Online Graphic Design Course by Shaw Academy |
4 months |
600 per month (free for first month) |
| Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers Specialization by Coursera |
4 months |
Free enrollment |
Online Design Subjects & Syllabus
Given below is the online Design courses syllabus overview for the few popular specializations:
| Online Fashion Design Syllabus |
|
|---|---|
| Introduction to Fashion Designing |
Textile Fibres & Fabrics |
| Garment Constructing & Pattern Making |
Creating, Branding & Marketing a Clothing Label |
| Sizing & Measurement |
Pivoting |
| Principals of Pattern Drafting |
Facing, Interfacing & Under-stitch |
| Draping Techniques |
How to Draft Facings and Button Extensions |
Online Interior Design
Check out the online Interior Design syllabus -
| Online Interior Design Syllabus |
|
|---|---|
| Principles of Interior Design& Drafting |
Building Materials & Construction |
| Design Studio |
SketchUp |
| Autodesk |
Colour Theoy |
| 3D Rendering |
|
Online Graphic Design
Check out the online Graphic Design syllabus -
| Online Graphic Design Syllabus |
|
|---|---|
| Basic Principles of Graphic Design |
Illustration Elements |
| Colour Theory |
Design Theory |
| Fundamentals of Computational Thinking |
Design Process |
| Typography |
Imagemaking |
| Logo Design |
Poster Design |
| Brochure Design |
Designing for Web & Social Media |
Online Design Job Profiles
After completing a course or a set of online Design courses, candidates can either pursue a job or open their own business. Those interested can also do a freelancing job. The type of job candidates get depends on their specialisation. However, some of the popular Designing careers include:
| Fashion Designer | Interior Designer |
| Web Designer | Graphic Designer |
| Jewellery Designer | Furniture Designer |
| Product Designer | UI/UX Designer |
| Footwear Designer | Knitwear Designer |
Online Design Top Recruiters
Some of the popular companies that hire Design experts include:
| Raymonds | Benetton | ITC Ltd. |
| Levis | Omega Designs | Modelama Exports |
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Most Popular Courses
Popular Courses
- Web Design for Everybody (Basics of Web Development and Coding)Coursera
- ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMSCoursera
- UX Design FundamentalsCoursera
- Autodesk CAD/CAM/CAE for Mechanical Engineering SpecializationCoursera
- Modeling and Design for Mechanical Engineers with Autodesk Fusion 360Coursera
- Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity PrototypesCoursera
- Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and IdeateCoursera
- Google UX Design Professional CertificateCoursera
- Responsive Website Development and Design SpecializationCoursera
- Foundations of User Experience (UX) DesignCoursera
Popular Online Design UG Courses
UG Courses
- UG Diploma
16 Colleges
- B.Sc.
2 Colleges
- B.Des
1 College
Popular Online Design PG Courses
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- PG Diploma
7 Colleges
- M.Sc.
3 Colleges
- M.Des
2 Colleges
- M.A.
1 College
- M.E./M.Tech
1 College
Popular Online Design Specializations
Popular Specializations
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67 Colleges
- UI / UX
61 Colleges
- Engineering Design
49 Colleges
- Graphic Design
12 Colleges
- Web Design
11 Colleges
- Game Design
7 Colleges
- Apparel Design
5 Colleges
- Film & Video Design
3 Colleges
- Jewellery Design
3 Colleges
- Automobile Engineering
2 Colleges
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Popular Exams
Important Exam Dates
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 10 Jan ' 26 - 05 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Entrance Examination (Remotely Proctored Exam) ONGOING |
| 20 Jan ' 26 - 05 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Entrance Examination (Test Centre Based Exam) ONGOING |
| 08 Feb ' 26 | NIFT 2026 (Stage 1: Written Exam) |
| 08 Feb ' 26 | NIFT 2026 (Stage 1: Written Exam) |
| 08 Feb ' 26 | NIFT 2026 (Stage 1: Written Exam) |
| 08 Feb ' 26 | NIFT 2026 (Stage 1: Written Exam) |
| 08 Feb ' 26 - 10 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Counselling Round I - Filling of Online Preference |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 21 Jan ' 26 - 22 Jan ' 26 | NIFT 2026 application form Edit Window |
| 21 Jan ' 26 - 22 Jan ' 26 | NIFT 2026 application form Edit Window |
| 21 Jan ' 26 - 22 Jan ' 26 | NIFT 2026 application form Edit Window |
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 |
News & Updates
Student Forum
Answered Yesterday
Yes, pursuing MFM course from Indian Institute of Fashion Technology, Bangalore is good in terms of placements. During the recent 2025 placement drive, the students of the MFM batch 2025 achieved the salary ranges between of INR 4.5 LPA and INR 6.5 LPA.
Answered 2 days ago
Yes, MIT Institute of Design be considered a good college. It is renowned institute which offers quality education to the students. MIT Institute of Design has a dedicated Industry Relation Department that holds outstanding track record of placing its students in leading companies. The primary objec
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
The BDes programme at NIF Global, Vashi is a four-year course. The entire course is divided into eight semesters. Candidates who have passed Class 12 are eligible to apply for BDes programme at NIF Global, Vashi.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
There are 60 seats offered at NIF Global for Advance Diploma course. However, this number is taken from the official website of college. It is indicative, hence subject to change.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
The total tuition fee at NIF Global, Vashi of Diploma in Fashion Design course is INR 5.99 lakh. However, this amount is taken from the official website of college. Hence, the given amount is indicative and subject to change.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
NIF Global, Vashi offers a total of 100 seats each in Interior Design and Fashion Design. The merit-based admissions are also governed by seat availability. However, this information is taken from the official college website. It is indicative, and subject to change.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
The total tuition fee of BDes course at NIF Global, Vashi is INR 8.46 lakh. However, this information is taken from the official website of college. Hence, it is an indicative amount.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
BDes programme at NIF Global, Vashi is a four-year long. The entire course is divided into eight semesters. The student must have passed Class 12 or equivalent to be eligible for merit-based admission.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
Yes, the institute has an Internship and Placement Cell. The cell provide industry exposure to students annually. These opportunities play a pivotal role in enhancing students' skills and opening new avenues for their professional growth.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
The institute has disclosed the highest and average package details for placements 2024. Check the table below to know the Symbiosis School of Planning, Architecture and Design placement package 2024:
| Particulars | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|
| the highest Package | INR 10 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 6 LPA |
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
Some of the popular companies that participated in recent SSPAD Nagpur placements were Hettich, Solitary Spaces, Velocitta, Shells, Sattva Harvest, Beep, Formonic Design Studio, Yatra, etc.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
The SSPAD Nagpur average package offered to the 2024 passing out batch was INR 6 LPA. Alongside this, the highest package grabbed by the students during placements 2024 was INR 10 LPA.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
Yes, the institute provides industry exposure to its students. In 2nd year student mandatorily goes in Craft internship and understands the culture of internship. In Sem 6, students develop their portfolio under the course and with guidance of faculty. Students from all the discipline goes in for m
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 days 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 3 days 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 3 days 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 3 days 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 3 days 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 3 days 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 4 days ago
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 4 days ago
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 4 days ago
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 4 days ago
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 4 days ago
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 4 days ago
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 4 days ago
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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Guide-Level 15
Answered 4 days ago
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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Guide-Level 15
Answered 4 days ago
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 5 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 5 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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