The Center for Design Studies (CDS), under the Sri Aurobindo Group of Institutes, is a leading design institute in Central India, located in Indore. It focuses on nurturing creative designers who combine innovation, strategy, aesthetics, and real-world relevance. The Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) program is designed by Prof. Kirti Trivedi and is aligned with global design standards while maintaining Indian sensibilities, supported by an International Advisory Board.
CDS provides an AI-ready, studio-based learning environment with advanced infrastructure, including 3D labs, projection-mapping facilities, FabLab, 3D printers, and high-end computing systems. The institute promotes an open learning approach through workshops, exhibitions, and live projects, enabling students to develop creativity, professional skills, and practical exposure beyond traditional classroom education.
The Centre for Design Studies at Sri Aurobindo Institute of Technology (SAIT), Indore, offers a B.Des. programme in four specialisations: Communication Design, Experiential Graphic Design, User Experience Design, and Motion Arts & Gaming. The annual tuition fee for each specialisation is Rs. 1,50,000, making the total fee Rs. 6,00,000 for the 4-year programme. All specialisations are offered in regular, full-time mode for four years. Below are the Centre for Design Studies courses, duration with fees:
Course Name | Duration | First Year Fees |
|---|---|---|
B.Des. | 4 Years | INR 1,50,000 |
The Centre for Design Studies (CDS) at Sri Aurobindo Institute of Technology (SAIT) is now accepting applications for the Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) program for the 2026–27 academic session. CDS offers a 4-year full-time B.Des. program with four specialisations, such as Communication Design (CD), Experiential Graphic Design (EGD), User Experience Design (UX) and Motion Arts & Gaming (MAG)
Admission is merit-based through DTE Madhya Pradesh counselling, and the institute also considers UCEED scores for selection. You can apply online at admissions.aurogroup.ac.
Applicants must register on the SAIT portal and complete DTE MP counselling. Submit academic details, choose preferred specialisations, and upload required documents. Admission is merit-based, considering DTE MP scores and optionally UCEED results, with reporting at SAIT for seat confirmation.
Apply on the SAIT Portal
Register for DTE MP Counselling