Design

Having a portfolio during any BA course admission is a plus, however, it is not mandatory in case of BA Fashion Design admission. Portfolios are generally required during a GDPI (Group Discussion and Personal Interview) round, which is usually conducted for master-level courses. 

Here are some important documents you must carry during the application process of BA Fashion Design for a seamless process:

• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
• Passport-sized photographs
• A valid ID proof (Adhaar, Passport, PAN Card, etc.)
• Migration Certificate, etc.

Getting a degree in BA Fashion Design will benefit you in many ways, such as:

• You'll get your hands on some important technical skills like hand sewing, using sewing machines, and designing illustrations using CAD. 
• You'll gain a deep knowledge of aesthetic and visualization principles, and the design process from sketching to outfit making. 
• Pursuing this course will teach you about how the industry works.
• It will also help you develop communication skills necessary to grow the network and get a job.

Of course, it's a valid way in the journey of becoming a Fashion Designer. Though with a BA in Fashion Design degree, you will need to have a portfolio, relevant work experience, the right skills, and expertise to achieve your goals of becoming a successful Designer. Merely completing a bachelor's degree can land you an entry-level job, but with constant learning and practical experience will help you become better in the field.

Though both are UG-level programs in the Fashion field, their focus are approaches are different. The Bachelor of Arts course in Fashion Design talks more about the Fashion History, Marketing, and Communication part, while the Bachelor of Design course in Fashion Design delves deeper into the technical and creative elements of the field, such as pattern making, garment construction, and trend analysis. 

The Round 2 cutoff for IIT Hyderabad BDes admission is 42 for the OBC AI quota and 19 and 11, respectively, for the SC AI and ST AI quota candidates. For the OBC AI category, the Round 1 UCEED cutoff 2025 was also 42. IIT Hyderabad's BDes admission is done through the UCEED entrance exam, followed by a counselling process.

IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi accept the UCEED exam for B.Des admission, wherein IIT Bombay offers B.Des via its centre called Industrial Design Centre (IDC) and IIT Delhi offers a B.Des course via its own campus. In 2025, the last round of UCEED cutoff rank was 14 for B.Des admission at IIT Bombay. For IIT Delhi, the cutoff rank was 41. So, considering the ranks, IIT Bombay was the most competitive among the aspirants for B.Des admission as compared to IIT Delhi. To make an informed decision, candidates can also compare other parameters, such as tuition fees and the median salary of both these colleges. 

National Institute of Design will start its B.Des Round 2 Seat Allotment after B.Des Seat Allotment Round 1. The remaining seats will be opened for Seat Allotment Round 2. The information regarding the same will be communicated to next qualifying candidate through their registered Email ID.

NID B.Des Round-01 Seat Allotment, Confirmation of Seat, Payment of Non-Refundable Fees & Uploading of Documents for B.Des will start on May 27, 2025. The last date to pay the fee and upload the necessary documents is May 30, 2025. Candidates can change their campus selection multiple times between May 16, 2025, 4 PM to May 19, 2025, 5 PM.