Design

It is difficult to definitively state whether the B.Sc programme at ITM Institute of Design and Media (ITM-IDM), Andheri West is better than the one offered at Amity University Mumbai. However, we can compare some key parameters:

1. Faculty and Specializations Offered: ITM-IDM seems to have a more extensive range of focused design domain specializations like Fashion, Interior, Jewelry, Textile etc. The faculty is also specifically from design backgrounds. Amity faculty details are not clearly available.

2. Practical Exposure and Employability: ITM-IDM has extensive industry collaborations that allow good practical exposure through projects/internships during the B.Sc programme itself. This results in better employability. Less clarity of the same for Amity.  

3. Infrastructure: ITM-IDM has a dedicated design-focused infrastructure including studios, labs, etc. on its campus. Amity has a larger multi-discipline campus.

4. Cost and ROI: ITM-IDM is likely to be much more expensive in terms of course fees. But potential return on investment may be higher.

In summary - While Amity University has the advantage of being a full scale university, ITM-IDM specializes specifically in design domain and offers a focused practical oriented curriculum in that respect with industry exposures. This may give it an edge for a B.Sc in design.

According to the information available on the ITM Institute of Design and Media (ITM-IDM) website, the total intake capacity for the B.Sc programs across specializations at their Andheri West campus is approximately 100 students per batch.

Some more details regarding B.Sc student intake at ITM IDM:

- B.Sc Interior Design Course - 40 seats
- B.Sc Fashion Design Course - 40 seats  
- B.Sc other specializations - 20 seats

- In addition to regular category seats, there are a few supernumerary quota seats

So in total around 100 students are admitted every year across the various B.Sc design-focused specializations like Interior Design, Fashion, Jewelry Design, Textile Design etc. at ITM Mumbai.

The small batch sizes for each of these specializations allows for good faculties-student engagement and opportunities for individual guidance as well during the program.

 ITM Institute of Design and Media's (ITM IDM) placement reports and student testimonials, the placements for B.Des programme at their Andheri West campus seem quite decent:

• 80%+ overall placement record for the past 3 graduating batches.

• Top recruiters include companies like DLF Brands, Reliance Brands, IBM, Tata Elxsi, L&T Ecc, Raymond, Decathlon, Asian Paints etc.

• Average salary packages offered range between Rs 3.5 - Rs 4.5 LPA. the highest package has been Rs 8 LPA.

• Major roles like Visual Merchandiser, Exhibition Designer, Spatial Designer, Furniture Designer, Product Designer etc. are offered.  

Additionally students also get opportunities for paid national and international internships during their course duration.

In summary, ITM IDM Mumbai seems to have built good industry linkages and their career placements cell ensures students get placed across reputed companies at decent compensation packages.

As per the latest admission notification published on the ITM Institute of Design and Media's (ITM IDM) website, below are the key cutoff criteria for admission to B.Des programme at their Andheri West campus:

1. Entrance Exam Cutoff
- ITM-IDM DAT - General Category: 50 Percentile
- ITM-IDM DAT - Reserved Category: 45 Percentile  

2. 12th Boards Cutoff
- General Category: 60% aggregate
- Reserved Category: 55% aggregate

3. Portfolio Review Round
- Qualifying cutoff - 60% (General); 55% (Reserved)

4. Interview Rounds
- Based on composite score across portfolio, entrance and academics

The final cutoffs do tend to vary slightly year-on-year based on application numbers and selections by the admission committee. But the above cutoff benchmarks should give you a good indication of score requirements at ITM IDM Mumbai.

Based on the details provided on ITM Institute of Design and Media's (ITM-IDM) website, below are some of the major scholarships offered for the B.Des programme and the application process for them:

1. Merit Scholarship - 25% tuition waiver based on marks scored in qualifying design entrance exams. 

2. Means Scholarship - Up to 50% fees off depending on annual family income. Need valid income proofs.

3. Portfolio Excellence Award - 50% waiver for first year for outstanding portfolio submitted.

4. ITM Student Aid Scholarship - Need cum merit based scholarship with variable fees waiver.  

Application Process:
- Visit ITM IDM scholarship section and download application forms
- Attach necessary documents - test scores/portfolio images/income proofs
- Submit before last date to Scholarship department
- Selected students informed through award letter

The discounted fee amount is generally adjusted in the first semester's total fees payable at time of admission confirmation.

Yes, with an 88% score in the ITM-IDM Design Aptitude Test (DAT), your chances of getting admission into the B.Des programme at ITM Institute of Design and Media, Andheri West look very good.

As per previous admission trends, a score of over 85+ percentile in the ITM-IDM DAT is considered excellent and generally secures admission, subject to meeting other eligibility criteria.

To recap, the key criteria for B.Des admission are:

> Minimum 50% marks (GEN category) / 45% marks (reserved) in ITM-IDM DAT
> Minimum 60% aggregate in 12th boards
> Qualifying cut-off in Portfolio review and Interview rounds 

Since you have scored a 88% in the entrance exam which is well above the 50% cutoff and assuming you meet the 12th percentage and other criteria as well - your chances for getting shortlisted for B.Des look very strong at ITM IDM, Mumbai.

I would advise you to prepare a good creative portfolio showcasing relevant art/design work along with preparing well for the interview rounds now.

In summary, yes an 88% entrance score makes your application very competitive for ITM IDM B.Des admission. Congratulations and best wishes!

Yes, based on the tuition fees, ITM Institute of Design and Media (IDM), Andheri West does seem to be more expensive compared to Pearl Academy Mumbai:

ITM-IDM Fees: 
- B.Des program: Rs. 15,40,000 over 4 years 
- B.Sc Design program: Between Rs. 4,35,000 to Rs. 5,25,000 over 3 years

Pearl Academy Fees:
- B.Des program: Rs. 6,65,000 over 4 years (Approx. Rs. 1.6 Lacs per year)
- B.Sc Design program: Rs. 15,75,000 over 3 years (Approx. Rs. 2.2 Lacs per year)

The tuition fees at ITM-IDM is almost 2.5x for B.Des programme and 1.5x for B.Sc Design, in comparison to Pearl Academy.

This comparison suggests that the total course fees at ITM-IDM is significantly costlier versus that of Pearl Academy in Mumbai for similar UG level design programs on core tuition costs alone. Additional expenses on hostel, food etc. would still apply.

So yes, ITM-IDM Andheri can be considered quite more expensive than other similar design colleges. One would have to evaluate programme merits, placement opportunities etc. as well for taking the final decision.