Top Private Design Colleges in India 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 1543 Design colleges in India. Out of the total, 1091 Design colleges are private and 143 Design are owned by the government.RBSE 12th, CBSE 12th, PSEB 12th, CSIR NET, JLUET are accepted for admission in Design colleges in India. Top 10 Design colleges are IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IIT Guwahati, Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science, Banaras Hindu University, IIT Hyderabad, Manipal University, Aligarh Muslim University, VIT Vellore.

Design College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	1543
Accepted Entrance Exams	RBSE 12th, CBSE 12th, PSEB 12th, CSIR NET, JLUET
Average Fees	₹ 1.89 Lacs
Average Placement	₹ 400000.0

Design Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Maharashtra	237	₹ 206643
Tamil Nadu	154	₹ 95845
Gujarat	129	₹ 224537
Karnataka	126	₹ 250669
Uttar Pradesh	117	₹ 131450
Punjab	107	₹ 77813
Rajasthan	95	₹ 131639
Madhya Pradesh	89	₹ 138630
Delhi	86	₹ 155759
Haryana	83	₹ 213172

Top Govt Design Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IIT Bombay	95	₹ 99600
IIT Delhi	-	₹ 200000
IIT Kanpur	-	₹ 48550
IIT Guwahati	56	₹ 800000
Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science	74	₹ 15000
Banaras Hindu University	37	-
IIT Hyderabad	-	₹ 24000
Bharathiar University Arts and Science College, Coimbatore	-	-
Madras University	-	₹ 1000
DTU Delhi	120	₹ 25000

Top Private Design Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	-	₹ 141857
SRM University Chennai	55	₹ 107500
Chandigarh University	1140	₹ 169616
LPU	130	₹ 249666
Amity University, Noida	-	₹ 200400
Symbiosis Institute of Design	207	₹ 720000
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies	15	₹ 344062
Sathyabama University	-	-
Gujarat University	-	-
Shiv Nadar University	-	₹ 350000

Showing 1121 Private Design Colleges in India

Shantaben Manubhai Patel School of Studies & Research Architecture & Interior Design

Anand, Gujarat
Private
Council of

80,000 Design
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Shantaben Manubhai Patel School of Studies & Research Architecture & Interior Design is a Private Institute located in Anand, Gujarat. It was established in the year 2012. Shantaben Manubhai Patel School of Studies & Research Architecture & Interior Design offers Regular courses such as B.Des, B.Arch, M.Des, M.Plan, B.Plan in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

Bapuji Polytechnic

Davangere, Karnataka
Private
Government
...+2 AICTE , AAA

Bapuji Polytechnic is a Private Institute located in Davangere, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1971. Bapuji Polytechnic offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 65+ students

Crystal Teacher Training Institute

Chattarpur, Madhya Pradesh
Private
NCTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Crystal Teacher Training Institute is a Private Institute located in Chattarpur, Madhya Pradesh. . Crystal Teacher Training Institute offers Regular courses such as Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 64+ students

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JCC

Delhi, Delhi

Private

Shortlisted by 82778 students

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Jagannath University Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan

Private

Shortlisted by 148859 students

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Jagannath University Bahadurgarh

Bahadurgarh, Haryana

Private UnAided

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MET Moradabad

Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

1,65,000 - 1,72,000 Design
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UPCET Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , UP 12th

MET Moradabad is a Private Institute located in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1966. MET Moradabad offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

Aryabharathi Polytechnic

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Tumkur, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

Aryabharathi Polytechnic is a Private Institute located in Tumkur, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2002. Aryabharathi Polytechnic offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

D.P.G. Polytechnic

Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 10th Exams
...+2 HSTES , HBSE 10th

D.P.G. Polytechnic is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 2001. D.P.G. Polytechnic offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 96+ students

Satyam International Polytechnic

New Delhi, Delhi
Private
AICTE

Satyam International Polytechnic is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 1995. Satyam International Polytechnic offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

Guru Gobind Singh College of Management and Technology

Mukatsar, Punjab
Private

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

Guru Gobind Singh College of Management and Technology is a Private Institute located in Mukatsar, Punjab. It was established in the year 2011. Guru Gobind Singh College of Management and Technology offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

Arya Institute of Management & Technology (AIMT), Phagwara

Phagwara, Punjab
Private
UGC

Arya Institute of Management & Technology (AIMT), Phagwara is a Private Institute located in Phagwara, Punjab. It was established in the year 1990. Arya Institute of Management & Technology (AIMT), Phagwara offers Regular courses such as BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

Ganpat University

4.5
(74 Reviews)
Mehsana, Gujarat
Private
UGC
...+2 AIU , DSIR

1,60,000 Design
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UCEED Exams
...+6 CBSE 10th , CMAT , GUJCET , GSEB 10th , JEE Main , CAT

Ganpat University specialties

Region : Strategic Industrial Hub Access - Mehsana-Gandhinagar Highway connectivity - Proximity to Gujarat's industrial clusters

Rankings : Recognized National & State Rankings - QS I-GAUGE 'DIAMOND' Rating 2025 - NIRF Pharmacy 101-125 (2025), India Today #42 (2024)

Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 2.8-6.8 L (Total B.Tech) - Rs 0.6-1.5 L (Per Year UG/PG)

ROI : Good Return on Investment - Highest package Rs 19.68 LPA (2023) - Average package Rs 4.05 LPA (2023)

Flagship Courses : Leading Engineering & Management Programs - B.Tech in Computer Science, Marine Engineering - MBA in various specializations

Specializations : Industry-Integrated Specializations - B.Tech Cloud Computing & Big Data (IBM) - M.Tech Embedded Systems & VLSI (eInfochips)

Placements : Strong Corporate Placement Training - Dedicated training, soft-skill sessions - High placement rate across sectors

Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT Services (Infosys, TCS, IBM) - Pharma (Sun Pharma, Zydus), Core Engineering

Diversity : Inclusive Research Opportunities - Internships for national and international students - Multidisciplinary research projects

Internships : Industry & Research Internships - Summer/Winter Research Internship Programs (GUNI-SSRIP) - Internships at TCS, Woot, Infosys

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global & Industry Collaborations - IBM, Maruti Suzuki, Government of Japan - Victoria University, Australia; NSE

Alumni : Successful Global Alumni Network - Dharmesh Mokani (Staff Software Engineer, Google) - Parth Siddhpura (Musician, Entrepreneur)

Shortlisted by 26594+ students

Meera Bai Polytechnic

New Delhi, Delhi
Private
AICTE

Meera Bai Polytechnic is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 1962. Meera Bai Polytechnic offers Regular courses such as Diploma, D Pharma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 124+ students

M.D College Of Polytechnic

Panipat, Haryana
Private
AICTE

17,000 Design
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M.D College Of Polytechnic is a Private Institute located in Panipat, Haryana. It was established in the year 2006. M.D College Of Polytechnic offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 30+ students

G.T.B. National College

Ludhiana, Punjab
Private
NAAC

G.T.B. National College is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. It was established in the year 1990. G.T.B. National College offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Com, MA, PGD, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 34+ students

Banarsi Dass Arya College

Jalandhar, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

41,760 - 62,760 Design
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Banarsi Dass Arya College is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1964. Banarsi Dass Arya College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13696+ students

Bangurnagar Arts, Science & Commerce College

Uttara Kannada, Karnataka
Private
NAAC

Bangurnagar Arts, Science & Commerce College is a Private Institute located in Uttara Kannada, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1974. Bangurnagar Arts, Science & Commerce College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Bareilly College

4.4
(54 Reviews)
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Bareilly College is a Private Institute located in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1837. Bareilly College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2693+ students

C.B. Bhandari Jain College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

C.B. Bhandari Jain College is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2000. C.B. Bhandari Jain College offers Regular courses such as BSc, B.Com, Diploma, BBM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Carmel College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Thrissur, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Carmel College is a Private Institute located in Thrissur, Kerala. It was established in the year 1981. Carmel College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 81+ students

Gokhale Centenary College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Ankola, Karnataka
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Gokhale Centenary College is a Private Institute located in Ankola, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1966. Gokhale Centenary College offers Regular, Distance courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3+ students

Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College

3.8
(5 Reviews)
Faridabad, Haryana
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 PU CET PG , PSEB 12th

Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College is a Private Institute located in Faridabad, Haryana. It was established in the year 1955. Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1210+ students

Shri Guru Angad Dev College of Education

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Tarn Taran, Punjab
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,17,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 PSEB 12th

Shri Guru Angad Dev College of Education is a Private Institute located in Tarn Taran, Punjab. It was established in the year 2005. Shri Guru Angad Dev College of Education offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, Diploma, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4+ students

Awantika College

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Private
Other
...+2 Govt. Of M.P , AICTE

3,00,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams

Awantika College is a Private Institute located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2000. Awantika College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 46+ students

C.E.T College of Management, Science and Technology

Ernakulam, Kerala
Private
AICTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Kerala 12th

C.E.T College of Management, Science and Technology is a Private Institute located in Ernakulam, Kerala. It was established in the year 2009. C.E.T College of Management, Science and Technology offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 21+ students

Ch. S. D. St. Theresa College

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Elura, Andhra Pradesh
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

AP ICET Exams

Ch. S. D. St. Theresa College is a Private Institute located in Elura, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 1953. Ch. S. D. St. Theresa College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 72+ students

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath College of Fine Arts

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath College of Fine Arts is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1983. Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath College of Fine Arts offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, BVA, MVA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 121+ students

Thiagarajar College

4.3
(31 Reviews)
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

GMAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , XAT , CMAT , Tamilnadu 12th , MAT , CAT

Thiagarajar College specialties

Region : Strategic Cultural Hub - Located in Madurai, the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu, providing a rich environment for holistic development - Proximity to the Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam and major industrial corridors of Southern Tamil Nadu

Rankings : Top 20 Nationally - Ranked #20 in the 'Colleges' category by NIRF 2025 - Consistently maintained a top-tier position in NIRF rankings for over five consecutive years

Fees : Low/Mid Range - Rs 0.15 - 1.5 L (Total) - Aided courses offer extremely low government-regulated fees, while self-financed courses remain highly competitive

ROI : Excellent ROI - High national ranking combined with nominal fee structures ensures one of the best value-for-money propositions in the region - Strong placement outcomes in IT and Banking sectors for graduates

Flagship Courses : B.Sc. Computer Science & B.Com - B.Sc. Computer Science and Data Science are flagship programs with high industry demand - B.Com (Professional Accounting) is highly sought after for its alignment with professional certifications

Placements : IT & BFSI Sector Dominance - Dedicated placement cell focusing on training for top-tier IT services and Banking firms - Regular recruitment drives by industry leaders like TCS, Infosys, and ICICI Bank

Diversity : Rural Empowerment Focus - Strong commitment to educating students from rural backgrounds through inclusive scholarship programs - Special merit scholarships and aid for single-parent children

Alumni : Illustrious Global Network - Dr. P. Namperumalsamy, founding member of Aravind Eye Care System - Palam Kalyanasundaram, renowned social activist and 'Man of the Millennium'

Hostel : Modern Residential Comforts - Separate hostels for men (Thiagarajar Illam) and women (Meenakshi Illam) with high-speed Wi-Fi - Equipped with RO purified water systems and balanced vegetarian dining facilities

Infrastructure : 13-Acre Heritage Campus - Sprawling 13-acre campus featuring scenic beauty and traditional heritage architecture - Houses one of the oldest and most traditional libraries in Madurai with over 96,000 rare volumes

Shortlisted by 1740+ students

Union Christian College (UCC), Ri Bhoi

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Union Christian College (UCC), Ri Bhoi is a Private Institute located in Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya. It was established in the year 1952. Union Christian College (UCC), Ri Bhoi offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 39+ students

Sri Vasavi College

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,900 Design
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NIMCET Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , XAT , CMAT , Tamilnadu 12th , MAT , CAT

Sri Vasavi College is a Private Institute located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1967. Sri Vasavi College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 178+ students

SVS Bantwal

Bantwal, Karnataka
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

SVS Bantwal is a Private Institute located in Bantwal, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1968. SVS Bantwal offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

Nirmala College (NCR), Ranchi

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Ranchi, Jharkhand
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 JAC 12th

Nirmala College (NCR), Ranchi is a Private Institute located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. It was established in the year 1969. Nirmala College (NCR), Ranchi offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 178+ students

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17,000 Design

41,760 - 62,760 Design

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