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 1098 Private Design Colleges in India

RAIT

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
NBA
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

20,000 - 30,000 Design
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CSIR NET Exams
...+6 JEST , MHT-CET , JEE Main , UGC NET , CBSE 12th , GATE

RAIT is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1983. RAIT offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PGD, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 244+ 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

Indian Institute Of VLSI Design and Training

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

Indian Institute Of VLSI Design and Training is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. Indian Institute Of VLSI Design and Training offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

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St. Angelo's Professional Education

Kankavali, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

St. Angelo's Professional Education is a Private Institute located in Kankavali, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1993. St. Angelo's Professional Education offers Regular courses such as BSc, BCA, Diploma, MSc, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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S.D.P. College for Women

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Ludhiana, Punjab
Private
NAAC

S.D.P. College for Women is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. . S.D.P. College for Women offers Regular courses such as BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Sri Venkateshwara Institute of Nursing Sciences

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Karnataka

CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 JEE Main , GATE , UP 10th , GPAT , CBSE 10th , JEECUP

Sri Venkateshwara Institute of Nursing Sciences is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. Sri Venkateshwara Institute of Nursing Sciences offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Pope s college

Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Pope s college is a Private Institute located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1962. Pope s college offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Maharani Kishori Jat Kanya Mahavidyalaya

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Rohtak, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

HBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Maharani Kishori Jat Kanya Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Rohtak, Haryana. It was established in the year 1989. Maharani Kishori Jat Kanya Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 156+ students

CG Mantra - Digital Media Academy

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 UP 12th , JEECUP

CG Mantra - Digital Media Academy is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. CG Mantra - Digital Media Academy offers Regular courses such as Diploma, Certificate, B.Voc, BJMC, MJMC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

9.9 School of Communication

Delhi, Delhi
Private
AICTE

9.9 School of Communication is a Private Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 2009. 9.9 School of Communication offers Regular courses such as PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10+ students

Amity University Noida

4.3
(39 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

60,000 - 2,96,000 Design
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#37 NIRF Ranking
NMAT by GMAC Exams
...+6 NIMCET , NATA , CLAT , CSIR NET , CEED , NEET

Amity University, Noida specialties

Ranking : Nationally Ranked Institution - NIRF Overall #49 (2024), University #32 (2024) - QS World 1001-1200
Region : Strategic NCR Location - Proximity to Delhi, major IT hubs - Access to corporate, industrial centers
Tier : Premium Private University - Consistently high national and global rankings - NAAC 'A+' accredited i
Fees : High Fees Structure - Total fees Rs 6.4 L - Rs 26.4 L (Total) - Varies significantly by program, spe
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Average package Rs 9.6 LPA (2025) - ROI 57% (B.Tech), decent for private
Flagship Course : Top Programs Offered - B.Tech CSE, MBA highly popular, strong placements - Biotechnology, Law, Mass
Specialization : Diverse, Industry-Aligned Specializations - AI, Data Science, Aerospace, Nanotechnology, Cybersecuri
Placement Focus : Strong Corporate Placements - Focus on IT, Consulting, E-commerce, Finance sectors - Dedicated Corpo
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - IT (Google, Microsoft, TCS), Consulting (Deloitte, Accenture) - E-comm
Diversity : Vibrant Global Community - 3000+ international students from 45+ countries - Students from all India
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internships - Mandatory summer internships for MBA students - Interns at Amazon,
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 100+ international university tie-ups for exchanges - Dual degree,
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Notable alumni in entertainment, business, politics - Vivek Bindra, Dis
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Engagements - Regular workshops, seminars by industry leaders - AIC Lectures foster

Shortlisted by 3353+ students

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

46,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2001. Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune offers Regular, Distance courses such as PGDM, Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Pacific University

4.6
(16 Reviews)
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , DCI , AIU

40,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 JEE Main , NIPER JEE , Rajasthan Pre PG , NCHM JEE , RBSE 12th , LSAT

Pacific University is a Private Institute located in Udaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 1997. Pacific University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1177+ students

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS), Nagpur

Nagpur, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+6 MHT-CET , GATE , JEE Main , GPAT , NATA , NEET

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS), Nagpur is a Private Institute located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1956. Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS), Nagpur offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, B.Com, B.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 197+ students

K.C Group Of Colleges

Nawanshahr, Punjab
Private

CBSE 12th Exams
...+5 PSEB 10th , CMAT , PSEB 12th , GATE , CBSE 10th

K.C Group Of Colleges is a Private Institute located in Nawanshahr, Punjab. . K.C Group Of Colleges offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 30+ students

Xavier Institute of Communications

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

XIC OET Exams

Xavier Institute of Communications is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1969. Xavier Institute of Communications offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 258+ students

ISOMES Noida

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

1,10,000 Design
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UP 12th Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th , UP 10th

ISOMES Noida is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2004. ISOMES Noida offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate, MMC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 51+ students

Kalaprabodhini Institute of Design

Kolhapur, Maharashtra
Private
Other

2,500 - 40,000 Design
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Kalaprabodhini Institute of Design is a Private Institute located in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2006. Kalaprabodhini Institute of Design offers Regular courses such as B.Des, Certificate, M.Des in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Digital Arts & Design Academy

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Nasik, Maharashtra
Private

1,00,000 Design
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Digital Arts & Design Academy is a Private Institute located in Nasik, Maharashtra. . Digital Arts & Design Academy offers Regular courses such as Certificate, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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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

Mansarovar Global University

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Sehore, Madhya Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+1 BCI

75,000 - 1,75,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 NIFT , NIPER JEE , UGC NET (Library and Information Science) , AIEED , NCHM JEE , IHM-JEE

Mansarovar Global University is a Private Institute located in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2018. Mansarovar Global University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1165+ students

Swami Vivekanand Mahavidyalaya (SVM), Sagar

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
Private
Other

10,600 - 65,600 Design
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MPBSE 10th Exams
...+4 Gujarat University , CBSE 10th , CBSE 12th , MPBSE 12th

Swami Vivekanand Mahavidyalaya (SVM), Sagar is a Private Institute located in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2014. Swami Vivekanand Mahavidyalaya (SVM), Sagar offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 79+ students

IIMT Institute Of Teachers Education

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NCTE

21,000 - 42,000 Design
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JEECUP Exams
...+1 NEET PG

IIMT Institute Of Teachers Education is a Private Institute located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. . IIMT Institute Of Teachers Education offers Regular courses such as MBA, Diploma, MSc, B.Ed, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

Picasso Academy Of Event Management

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

60,000 - 80,000 Design
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Picasso Academy Of Event Management is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2015. Picasso Academy Of Event Management offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, B.Des, Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4+ students

Geeta University

4.7
(15 Reviews)
Panipat, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

75,000 - 1,49,000 Design
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Geeta University is a Private Institute located in Panipat, Haryana. It was established in the year 1985. Geeta University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Gandhigram Rural Institute

4.0
(5 Reviews)
Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

NTA Exams
...+4 GATE , CBSE 12th , NIMCET , CUET

Gandhigram Rural Institute is a Private Institute located in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1956. Gandhigram Rural Institute offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 508+ students

Subharti University

4.4
(25 Reviews)
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

23,050 - 1,96,000 Design
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CAT Exams
...+6 NEET MDS , IHM-JEE , NCHM , CMAT , University , PG

Subharti University specialties

Ranking : Recognized National & Regional Rankings - NIRF 2024: 111th-121st overall nationally - Top 25 Private
Region : Strategic Delhi-NCR Proximity - Access to major corporate and MNC hubs - Enhanced industry exposure
Fees : Mid-High Range Investment - Rs 1.0 L - Rs 15.0 L (Total) for many UG/PG - Course-dependent, e.g., MB
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Average package Rs 3.5 LPA - Highest package up to Rs 11 LPA
Flagship Course : Strong Medical and Technical Programs - MBBS, BDS, B.Tech, MBA, B.Sc Nursing - Highly rated Dental a
Specialization : Unique and Diverse Specializations - First PhD in Medical Laboratory Technology (Delhi NCR) - Varied
Placement Focus : Dedicated Placement and Training - 100% placement and internship assistance - Strong industry-academ
Top Industries : Key Sectors and Leading Recruiters - IT (Wipro, TCS, Infosys), Healthcare (AstraZeneca) - Banking (H
Diversity : Vibrant International Campus - Students from over 65 countries - Promotes cultural diversity and glo
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internship Opportunities - Internships at L&T, HDFC Bank, Dabur - Projects in Te
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - National and International MOUs - Student exchange and immersion pr
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Notable alumni in politics and civil services - Active network supporti
Guest Lecturers : Industry and Academic Experts - Regular talks by career counselors, industry leaders - Alumni share

Shortlisted by 2280+ students

K. R. Mangalam Institutions Of Higher Studies

New Delhi, Delhi
Private

1,05,000 Design
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CSIR NET Exams
...+4 HBSE 12th , UGC NET , CBSE 12th , GATE

K. R. Mangalam Institutions Of Higher Studies is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. . K. R. Mangalam Institutions Of Higher Studies offers Regular courses such as MBA, BBA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 62+ students

Kalpana International Institute of Management Studies

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
Other

35,000 Design
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Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Kalpana International Institute of Management Studies is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2010. Kalpana International Institute of Management Studies offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, PGP in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 49+ students

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, Lucknow

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private

75,320 Design
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JEECUP Exams
...+5 NEET PG , LUMET , JEE Main , UP 12th , CBSE 12th

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, Lucknow is a Private Institute located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1975. DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, Lucknow offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 435+ students

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