FDDI Noida Admission 2026 - Dates, Form, Online Process, Fees

The FDDI admission schedule for 2026 is expected to start with the online applications opening in mid-November 2025, so the candidates can apply right away. The candidates get their admit cards from early May 2026. The merit lists are expected to come out in mid-June 2026, kicking off online counselling that finishes by early July. 

• Late applications incur extra fees. Try to fill in the application form before deadline.
• Refund policies cover withdrawals before mid-July 2026, minus processing charges.

The BBA admission 2026 at FDDI Noida suits retail enthusiasts for four-year honours in retail and fashion merchandise. Classes are expected to begin from the 3rd week of July 2026. A total of 60 seats are available. 

FDDI BBA Fees

• BBA fees at FDDI Noida are INR 808,000 for the whole duration. 
• The 1st semester fees for BBA are INR 123,800.
• The online application fee is INR 600 for the General, EWS and NC-OBC candidates.

FDDI BBA Eligibility

FDDI BBA eligibility requires the candidates to have 10+2 in any stream. For admission to BBA, the candidates should not be more than 25 years old as of July 1, 2026.

FDDI BBA Selection Criteria

The FDDI BBA selection criteria requires a valid scorecard of AIST 2026. 

The FDDI MDes admission 2026 is expected to begin in June 2026 with the beginning of counselling for this programme. MDes at FDDI Noida offers 1 specialisation in footwear design and production, with a duration of 2 years. 

• The curriculum focuses on both leather and non-leather footwear design, manufacturing, management and retailing.
• MDes prepares the students for the footwear market in India, worth USD 18.77 billion.
• Classes are expected to begin from the 3rd week of July 2026.

FDDI MDes Fees

• FDDI MDes fees at the Noida Campus are INR 583,000 for 2 years. 
• The application fee to apply to this programme stands at INR 600 for general, EWS and NC-OBC candidates, while for the reserved categories, it’s INR 300.

FDDI MDes Eligibility

The FDDI MDes eligibility asks for a bachelor’s degree in any stream. Alongside, there is no age limit. 

FDDI MDes Selection Criteria

The FDDI MDes selection criteria strictly mandates AIST-PG scorecards for admission. However, candidates with the scorecards of the Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) are not required to sit for AIST. 60 seats are available for this programme. 

The FDDI application process is completely online and user-friendly, starting in mid-November 2025. The application portal works 24/7 on most browsers till the deadline.

1. Create An Account 
   1. Visit the official portal and click "New Registration". 
   2. Enter basic details like your name, email, mobile number, and date of birth. 
   3. You'll get a verification code via email or SMS—use it to confirm and set a password. 

This takes just 2-3 minutes and gives you a secure login.

1. Fill in your personal and academic details 
   1. Log in and complete the form with your contact info, 10+2 (or equivalent) marks, and any prior qualifications. Be accurate here, as errors can delay verification. 
   2. For PG courses, add your bachelor's degree details.
2. Choose preferred programmes and campuses
   1. Select up to five preferences from available options like BDes in Footwear Design or MBA in Retail Management. 
3. Upload required documents 
   1. Scan and upload your passport-size photo (under 100KB, JPG), signature (same format), 10+2 mark sheet, and category certificate (if applicable). 
   2. For PG, include your degree proof. Stick to the specified sizes and formats to skip rejections.
4. Save drafts if needed and review everything. 
   1. You can save your progress as a draft anytime and come back later (up to the deadline). 
   2. No changes after submission.
5. Pay the Application Fee and submit. 
   1. Pay online via net banking, card, or UPI: INR 600 for general/OBC/EWS, or INR 300 for SC/ST/PwD. 
   2. After payment, hit submit. You'll receive a confirmation email instantly with your unique application ID

Once submitted, monitor the dashboard for updates on the AIST exam.

The FDDI admission criteria require students to have the valid scorecards of both the educational qualification and qualifying exam. For the UG programmes, candidates must have the scorecards of 10+2 in any stream with AIST/UCEED/CUET UG scorecards, while for the PG courses, scorecards of CEED/CAT/MAT/XAT etc. are required along with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

The FDDI admission process blends aptitude testing with merit evaluation to identify passionate designers for its dynamic programmes. It begins with form submission on the official portal, where you select up to five programme-campus combinations. Post-exam, ranks determine counselling eligibility, leading to seat offers via an online portal. Accepted students complete document verification and fee transfer to finalise enrolment seamlessly.

• The application fee stands at INR 600 for general categories and INR 300 for reserved ones.
• Document uploads include 10+2 marksheets, ID proofs, and category certificates if applicable.
• Upgradation rounds allow shifts to preferred choices if higher ranks open spots.