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

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Gandhinagar University

3.9
(16 Reviews)
Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Private
AICTE

1,80,000 - 4,00,000 Design
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Gandhinagar University is a Private Institute located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It was established in the year 2006. Gandhinagar University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19484+ students

Imperial Institute of Advanced Management

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kalyan, Maharashtra
Private

Imperial Institute of Advanced Management is a Private Institute located in Kalyan, Maharashtra. . Imperial Institute of Advanced Management offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, Diploma, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 14+ students

Cadence Academy of Design, Nagpur

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

65,000 - 90,000 Design
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1) Good placements 2) Free study material and kit 3) Moderate fee structure with installments
4) Located at the most prime location in Nagpur 5) Latest and modern approach teaching using technologies ( App a& ERP Systems)
6) Repution of 23 years 7) Degrees & Diploma vavild across the globe.

Shortlisted by 3803+ students

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Aditya Centre of Excellence (ACE)

Mumbai, Maharashtra
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45,500 - 52,000 Design
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Aditya Centre of Excellence (ACE) is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. . Aditya Centre of Excellence (ACE) offers Regular courses such as Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Cadence Academy of Design, Mumbai

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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1,00,000 - 1,40,000 Design
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CRAFTING SUCCESSFUL DESIGNERS SINCE 2000

Cadence Academy originated in the heart of the Country in Central India and takes pride in its legacy of 21 years in educating students to build a creative and rewarding career in Fashion & Interior Design. Cadence Academy has always held quality as its hallmark and has received the IAQ 2019 INTERNATIONAL QUALITY AWARD by Bollywood Diva Mrs. Kareena Kapoor khan for the best fashion and interior designing institute in India.

From a humble beginning at the turn of the century, Cadence Academy has cantered a long way, making its presence felt across India, while keeping a keen eye across the oceans too.

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Indian Institute of Interior and Fashion Design

4.0
(4 Reviews)
Kota, Rajasthan
Private

60,000 - 90,000 Design
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Indian Institute of Interior and Fashion Design is a Private Institute located in Kota, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2001. Indian Institute of Interior and Fashion Design offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, Certificate, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Kanpur

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
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Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Kanpur is a Private Institute located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Kanpur offers Regular courses such as Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Jio Institute

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
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Jio Institute is a Private Institute located in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2018. Jio Institute offers Regular courses such as Certificate, PGP, PGP in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Shri Krishna University

4.1
(43 Reviews)
Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh
Private

36,000 - 1,20,000 Design
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Shri Krishna University is a Private Institute located in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2018. Shri Krishna University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Edu Brain Academy

New Delhi, Delhi
Private
UGC

Edu Brain Academy is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 2010. Edu Brain Academy offers Regular courses such as B.Des, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Acharya Institute for Innovation and Transformation, Mysore

3.3
(3 Reviews)
Mysuru, Karnataka
Private

30,999 - 1,80,000 Design
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Acharya Institute for Innovation and Transformation, Mysore is a Private Institute located in Mysuru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2021. Acharya Institute for Innovation and Transformation, Mysore offers Regular, Online courses such as B.Des, BCA, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 277+ students

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Reliance Animation Academy Alwar

Alwar, Rajasthan
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72,000 - 1,13,280 Design
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Reliance Animation Academy Alwar is a Private Institute located in Alwar, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2017. Reliance Animation Academy Alwar offers Regular courses such as Diploma, MSc, M.Des in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Arena Animation Jaipur

4.0
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Jaipur, Rajasthan
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34,000 - 4,87,104 Design
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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Jaipur

4.0
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Jaipur, Rajasthan
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1,25,000 Design
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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Jaipur is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2024. Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Jaipur offers Regular courses such as Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Kolkata

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
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2,00,000 Design
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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Kolkata is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2024. Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Kolkata offers Regular courses such as Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Delhi

4.0
(2 Reviews)
New Delhi, Delhi
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1,50,000 Design
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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Delhi is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 2024. Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Delhi offers Regular courses such as Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Indore

4.0
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1,25,000 Design
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JD Institute of Fashion Technology Mumbai

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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UGC

53,100 - 2,42,400 Design
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JD Institute of Fashion Technology Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1988. JD Institute of Fashion Technology Mumbai offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, Diploma, MSc, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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IILM University Greater Noida

4.1
(74 Reviews)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
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NBA
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1,84,000 Design
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North East Frontier Technical University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
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IILM University Gurugram

3.9
(9 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
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SAQS
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4,00,000 Design
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IILM University Gurugram is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 1993. IILM University Gurugram offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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ISBA Group of Institutes

3.8
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Indore, Madhya Pradesh
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35,000 - 99,000 Design
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JD Institute of Fashion Technology Goa

Goa, Goa
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1,50,000 - 2,00,000 Design
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JD Institute of Fashion Technology Kochi

4.0
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Kochi, Kerala
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25,000 - 1,80,000 Design
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Dr DY Patil School of Design Pune

3.6
(10 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
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UGC
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

1,45,000 - 3,50,000 Design
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Dr DY Patil School of Design Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2022. Dr DY Patil School of Design Pune offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, Diploma, M.Des in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Madhyanchal Professional University

4.4
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50,000 Design
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...+4 MPBSE 10th , CBSE 12th , JEE Main , MPBSE 12th

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NIFD Global Gurugram

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
NCRF

1,67,000 - 2,20,000 Design
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NIFD Global Gurugram is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 1999. NIFD Global Gurugram offers Regular courses such as Diploma, B.Voc, M.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

35,000 - 2,00,000 Design
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Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1950. Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles offers Regular courses such as B.Des, Diploma, M.Des, MFM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1910+ students

Jain Group of Institutions

Fazilka, Punjab
Private

30,000 Design
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Jain Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Fazilka, Punjab. It was established in the year 2007. Jain Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Pharm, M.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

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The NorthCap University - Seamedu

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
National A

1,55,000 - 2,00,000 Design
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The NorthCap University - Seamedu is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 2008. The NorthCap University - Seamedu offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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