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 1097 Private Design Colleges in India

Poornima University

4.1
(28 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC

55,000 - 2,35,000 Design
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SLAT Exams
...+6 NATA , JEE Main , UGC NET , GATE , CBSE 12th , NCHMCT JEE

Poornima University is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2012. Poornima University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2367+ students

Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Sadopur

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Ambala, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , AIU , Council of Architecture (COA) , NAAC

84,000 Design
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Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Sadopur is a Private Institute located in Ambala, Haryana. It was established in the year 2010. Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Sadopur offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7216+ students

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education

4.3
(9 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC

1,00,000 Design
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XAT Exams
...+6 NATA , CMAT , JEE Main , MAT , GMAT , NEET

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1983. Karpagam Academy of Higher Education offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10432+ students

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Sandip University Sijoul

4.2
(12 Reviews)
Sijoul, Bihar
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UGC
...+4 AICTE , AIU , AIMA , NAAC

65,000 - 4,80,000 Design
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SLAT Exams
...+6 BSEB 12th , JEE Main , MAT , UGC NET , CLAT , SAT India

Sandip University Sijoul is a Private Institute located in Sijoul, Bihar. It was established in the year 2007. Sandip University Sijoul offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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IIFA Lancaster Degree College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Government
...+3 BSS - INDIA , NSDC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,00,000 - 4,50,000 Design
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IIFA Lancaster Degree College is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2022. IIFA Lancaster Degree College offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Apeejay College of Fine Arts, Jalandhar

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Jalandhar, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Apeejay College of Fine Arts, Jalandhar is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1975. Apeejay College of Fine Arts, Jalandhar offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 136+ students

GSPS Mumbai

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

49,000 - 90,000 Design
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Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

GSPS Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2000. GSPS Mumbai offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 123+ students

Srinivas University

4.2
(12 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , AIU , NIC , NCTE

59,667 - 1,53,000 Design
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KCET Exams
...+6 Karnataka PGCET , NATA , CMAT , UCEED , NID , CSIR NET

Srinivas University is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2013. Srinivas University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4515+ students

KCIC Chennai

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

2,25,000 Design
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KCIC Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2010. KCIC Chennai offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, MBBS, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1118+ students

Bhartiya Skill Development University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

60,000 Design
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Bhartiya Skill Development University is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2017. Bhartiya Skill Development University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, Certificate, B.Voc, M.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 380+ students

CEPT University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Private

8,38,000 - 16,00,000 Design
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ACPC Admission Exams
...+6 GUJCET , NATA , JEE Main , UCEED , MAT , EFLU Entrance Test

CEPT University is a Private Institute located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was established in the year 2009. CEPT University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, B.Des, MSc, M.Tech, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 493+ students

ISBM University

4.0
(8 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+6 British Standard institute (BSI) , NCHEMS , CODL , ASCBE (Europe) , NHRD , IADL

14,900 Design
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ISBM University specialties

Ranking : National Recognition - Ranked #158 Overall by IIRF 2024 - Recognized among Top Emerging Universities
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Proximity to Raipur, state capital - Access to urban amenities, indus
Fees : Affordable Education - Mid-range: Rs1.0 L - Rs2.1 L (Total MBA) - UG: Rs10K - Rs80K (Per Year)
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Average package Rs10.8 LPA (2022) - Highest package up to Rs17.2 LPA (20
Flagship Course : Popular Programs Offered - Flagship MBA program with diverse specializations - Popular B.Tech, B.Sc,
Specialization : Industry-Focused Specializations - Industry-integrated B.Tech in AI, Data Science - MBA specializati
Placement Focus : Strong Career Support - Dedicated placement cell, 100% job assistance - Focus on corporate career bu
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Placements - BFSI, IT, Consulting, FMCG, Healthcare - Top companies: Infosys, Amazo
Internship : Valuable Internship Opportunities - Internships with Infosys, Reliance, Amazon - Paid internships, p
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Dual degrees with Rushford Business School (Switzerland) - MoUs wit
Alumni : Engaged Alumni Network - Active network for professional contacts - Mentorship programs, networking

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Arni University

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh
Private

1,20,000 Design
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HPCET Exams
...+5 CMAT , JEE Main , MAT , GATE , CBSE 12th

Arni University is a Private Institute located in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. Arni University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Karpagam University

4.7
(7 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC

1,00,000 Design
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NATA Exams
...+6 JEE Main , AIEED , UCEED , CEED , NEET , TANCET MBA

Karpagam University is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1956. Karpagam University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1952+ students

ROYAL GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Guwahati, Assam
Private
AICTE

65,000 - 9,00,000 Design
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ROYAL GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS is a Private Institute located in Guwahati, Assam. It was established in the year 2009. ROYAL GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, Executive MBA, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Bareilly International University

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Private

62,000 Design
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NEET PG Exams
...+6 NEET , JEECUP , UP 12th , NEET MDS , CBSE 12th , GPAT

Bareilly International University is a Private Institute located in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. . Bareilly International University offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 425+ students

AAFT University, Raipur

4.7
(44 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC

96,000 - 2,12,000 Design
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XAT Exams
...+4 CMAT , MAT , AAFT , CAT

AAFT University, Raipur is a Private Institute located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. It was established in the year 2018. AAFT University, Raipur offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Future University

4.8
(6 Reviews)
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

30,000 - 60,000 Design
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NEET Exams

Future University is a Private Institute located in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2001. Future University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Gulshan Kumar Film and Television Institute of India

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private

1,50,000 - 6,00,000 Design
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UP 10th Exams
...+4 JEECUP , UP 12th , CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th

Gulshan Kumar Film and Television Institute of India is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2018. Gulshan Kumar Film and Television Institute of India offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Kalinga University

4.2
(80 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC
...+6 AICTE , NCTE , BCI , NAAC , PCI , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

55,883 - 1,40,000 Design
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#151-200 NIRF Ranking
KALSEE Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , LSAT-India

Kalinga University is a Private Institute located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. It was established in the year 2013. Kalinga University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 87338+ students

Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Amritsar, Punjab
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

63,497 Design
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Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology is a Private Institute located in Amritsar, Punjab. It was established in the year 2002. Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

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Garodia Institute of Professional Studies

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

Garodia Institute of Professional Studies is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1992. Garodia Institute of Professional Studies offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

NSAM Institute of Design

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

1,50,000 - 2,10,000 Design
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Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Global Designer Mindset: NSAM's vision of creating world-class designers is reflected in its curriculum, designed to foster a global perspective in design.
Holistic Educational Approach: The combination of academic teachings with practical experiences like workshops, guest lectures, and market surveys ensures students receive a well-rounded education.
Innovative Learning Environment: NSAM emphasizes on giving students new mindsets and perspectives, preparing them to be innovative and forward-thinking in their design approach.
Real-World Exposure: Hands-on experiences through market surveys and presentations equip students with real-world insights, making them industry-ready upon graduation.
Networking Opportunities: Regular guest lectures from industry experts offer students valuable networking opportunities and insights into current industry trends and demands.

Shortlisted by 12017+ students

Remo International College

4.7
(19 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
ISO
...+2 National University of Ukraine , ICAO

90,000 Design
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XAT Exams
...+6 CMAT , MAT , GMAT , CBSE 12th , Tamilnadu 12th , CAT

Remo International College is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2012. Remo International College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Pearl Academy bangalore

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

4,66,500 - 17,72,000 Design
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Design Aptitude Test (DAT) Exams
...+1 PAF Entrance Exam

Pearl Academy bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1993. Pearl Academy bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, PGD, Certificate, BVA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University

4.4
(78 Reviews)
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+7 BCI , PCI , AIU , Pharmacy Council of India , UGC-AICTE-DEC ( Joint committee) , COA , AICTE

80,000 - 1,50,000 Design
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CUET Exams
...+6 NATA , CMAT , ICAR AIEEA , State Level B.Ed. , AIMA UGAT , AILET

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University is a Private Institute located in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2018. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, Executive MBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 49769+ students

Swami Vivekananda University

4.2
(79 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+1 NBA

83,750 Design
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WBJEE Exams
...+6 XAT , CMAT , JEE Main , WBJEE JECA , GMAT , WBCHSE

Swami Vivekananda University is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2019. Swami Vivekananda University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 29310+ students

Rishihood University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Sonepat, Haryana
Private

2,40,000 - 4,20,000 Design
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Rishihood Creative Aptitude Test (RCAT) Exams
...+6 CUET , FDDI , MAT , NEET , CEED , SAT India

Rishihood University is a Private Institute located in Sonepat, Haryana. It was established in the year 2020. Rishihood University offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1622+ students

Inter National Institute of Fashion Design, Patiala

Patiala, Punjab
Private

94,000 - 1,36,000 Design
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Inter National Institute of Fashion Design, Patiala is a Private Institute located in Patiala, Punjab. It was established in the year 1998. Inter National Institute of Fashion Design, Patiala offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1326+ students

GEHU Dehradun

3.8
(58 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
UGC

2,67,000 - 6,72,000 Design
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UK 12th Exams
...+6 JEE Main , MAT , NEET , CLAT , GATE , AILET

GEHU Dehradun is a Private Institute located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 2011. GEHU Dehradun offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2023+ students

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1,20,000 Design

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1,00,000 Design

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65,000 - 9,00,000 Design

62,000 Design

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96,000 - 2,12,000 Design

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30,000 - 60,000 Design

NEET Exams

1,50,000 - 6,00,000 Design

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55,883 - 1,40,000 Design

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63,497 Design

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