Design

The structure of programme is divided in four-semesters. Multiple theory and practical subjects are included. Each semester includes different number of subjects. Core subjects can vary as per the specialisations. There is a compulsory Graduation Project as well in last year syllabus. The curriculum focuses on practical learnings as well as academic learnings. 

The curriculum is divided in two-years and four semesters. Each semester consists of different subjects. Core subjects in each specialisation is different. However, some common subjects are there in first semester. Such as Design overview, etc. A Graduation project has to be submitted by fourth semester students.

As per official website, there is no bifurcation of State and All India Quota. However, seat reservation is only for Maharashtra applicants. All applicants outside Maharashtra are considered in General category. Reservation for SC/ST/OBC is up to 50%. For EWS category, and additional 10% reservation is there. Moreover, 5% seats are reserved for children of Service Personnel.  

MITID offers over 150 seats in MDes. However, exact number of seats in each course is not available. Seats are allotted based on merit score of Phase I and II. There is a seat reservation as well. Seat reservation may vary and is as per Maharashtra government norms. For SC/ST/OBC, up to 50% seats can be reserved. 10% reservation is for EWS and 5% for Service Personnel children.

Yes, there is a reservation of seats in MITID. Up to 50% of seats are reserved for SC/ST/OBC categories. However, this is as per State Government norms and subject to vary. Additionally, there is 10% reservation for EWS category. Children of Service Personnel who are domiciled in Maharashtra are given 5% reservation. 

The selection process is divided in two phases. Phase I is submission of Portfolio and SOP. Application form starts from October. Applicants should submit form before February last week. Fee is INR 3,000. Based on these, students are selected for Phase II. For next phase, all selected applicants have to report to MIT Institute of Design campus in Pune. Next phase includes a Studio Test and Personal Interview. The university selects students based on performance of both phases.

Application fee is INR 3,000. The applications start from October. Deadline for applying is last week of February. Candidates have to appear for Phase I & II. Phase I is done online by submitting application form. Phase II is conducted offline. Final list of selected students is released by University. It is based on performance in both phases.

The total fee is INR 13 lakh. It includes components like hostel fee, mess & laundry charges, etc. Hostel facility is optional for students. Students who don't opt for hostels, do not have to pay fee for it. There is a refundable security deposit of INR 15,000. It is paid in first year only.

The institute organises placement drives every year for MDes students. Students can apply in multiple companies. Moreover, they can work in different domains as per their choice and interest. Some of the career options are Art Director, Copywriter, Social Media Executive, etc. The field also depends on the specialisation pursued by student. Some top recruiters include Deloitte, Microsoft, etc.  

No, the course is offered for two-years only. It is offered is full-time mode. The course is further divided in four semesters. Moreover, admission process is divided in two phases. Phase I includes submission of Portfolio and SOP. Both of these intend to assess applicant's creativity and motive behind joining the course. Phase II is a Studio Test and Interview. It is conducted on campus around May. The final selection is based on marks in both phases.