The Design Village fee structure for 2026 covers academic, hostel, and additional charges for B.Des and M.Des programs. The B.Des (Hons.) program costs ₹26.90 lakh for the complete four-year duration, with higher fees in the first year due to one-time registration charges and a fixed annual fee of ₹6.60 lakh from the second year onwards. The M.Des program has a total fee of ₹13.50 lakh for two years, with semester-wise payments and a one-time registration fee in the first semester. Hostel accommodation costs ₹2.08 lakh per year, including AC shared rooms, meals, Wi-Fi, and amenities, with a refundable ₹10,000 security deposit. Additional charges include a ₹2,000 application fee, exam proctoring fee, and other minor administrative costs.
The Design Village fees for the B.Des (Hons.) program amount to Rs 26.90 lakh for the complete four-year duration, inclusive of a one-time registration fee payable in the first year. From the second year onwards, The Design Village fees remain fixed at Rs 6.60 lakh per year.
| Fee Component | Year I | Year II | Year III | Year IV | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One-Time Registration | Rs 50,000 | – | – | – | Rs 50,000 |
| University Fee | Rs 50,000 | Rs 50,000 | Rs 50,000 | Rs 50,000 | Rs 2,00,000 |
| Resource Fee | Rs 1,50,000 | Rs 1,50,000 | Rs 1,50,000 | Rs 1,50,000 | Rs 6,00,000 |
| Tuition Fee | Rs 4,00,000 | Rs 4,00,000 | Rs 4,00,000 | Rs 4,00,000 | Rs 16,00,000 |
| International Fee | Rs 60,000 | Rs 60,000 | Rs 60,000 | Rs 60,000 | Rs 2,40,000 |
| Total Fees | Rs 7,10,000 | Rs 6,60,000 | Rs 6,60,000 | Rs 6,60,000 | Rs 26,90,000 |
The total fee for the complete two-year program at The Design Village is Rs 13.50 lakh, which includes a one-time registration fee payable in the first semester. Semester-wise The Design Village fees vary, with higher charges in Semester I due to registration and university fees, while the remaining semesters have relatively stable costs.
| Fee Component | Sem I | Sem II | Sem III | Sem IV | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One-Time Registration | Rs 50,000 | – | – | – | Rs 50,000 |
| University Fee | Rs 50,000 | – | Rs 50,000 | – | Rs 1,00,000 |
| Resource Fee | Rs 75,000 | Rs 75,000 | Rs 75,000 | Rs 75,000 | Rs 3,00,000 |
| Tuition Fee | Rs 2,00,000 | Rs 2,00,000 | Rs 2,00,000 | Rs 2,00,000 | Rs 8,00,000 |
| Professional Development Module | Rs 25,000 | Rs 25,000 | Rs 25,000 | Rs 25,000 | Rs 1,00,000 |
| Total Fees | Rs 4,00,000 | Rs 3,00,000 | Rs 3,50,000 | Rs 3,00,000 | Rs 13,50,000 |
The total hostel fee at The Design Village for 2026 is ₹2.08 lakh per year, including AC shared rooms, meals, Wi-Fi, laundry, and amenities. Hostel stay is mandatory for outstation students, with a refundable ₹10,000 security deposit and semester-wise fee payment.
| Component | Annual Cost (₹) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Room & Utilities | 1,20,000 | AC double/triple sharing, power backup, laundry twice a week |
| Mess (3 Meals/Day) | 80,000 | Indian & continental meals; vegan/keto options available |
| Amenities | Included | Wi-Fi, gym & sports access (Chilla Sports Complex), cultural events |
| Total Hostel Fee | 2,08,000 | Per student per year; no single rooms |
| Security Deposit | 10,000 | One-time, refundable after course completion |
| Room Type | — | Gender-specific AC double/triple sharing |
| Capacity | — | 300+ beds across Factory, Studio & Village blocks |
| Mandatory Stay | — | Required for outstation B.Des & M.Des students |
| Fee Payment | — | Payable semester-wise with tuition |
The Design Village charges small additional fees such as a ₹2,000 application fee, ₹3,000 exam proctoring fee, and a refundable ₹5,000 materials deposit. Late applications and transcript reprints attract extra charges as per institute rules.
| Fee Type | Amount (₹) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 2,000 | One-time, non-refundable; paid online |
| Materials Deposit | 5,000 | Refundable after portfolio assessment |
| Exam Proctoring Fee | 3,000 | Charged for online entrance test |
| Late Application Fee | 2,500 | Applicable after the March deadline |
| Transcript Reprint Fee | 1,000 | Per copy, if requested |
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| B.Des. (Bachelor of Design) | ₹7,10,000 | you must have passed your 10+2 (or equivalent) in any stream from a recognized board, often with a minimum score like 50%, and successfully clear the TDV Design Entrance Test followed by an interview, demonstrating a keen interest in design |
| M.Des. (Master of Design) | ₹7,00,000 | For The Design Village (TDV) M.Des program, you need a Bachelor's degree in any discipline (or be in your final year of UG) with a minimum aggregate score (often 50%), and must clear the TDV Design Entrance Test, a situation test, and a personal interview, with a strong portfolio beneficial |