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 1114 Private Design Colleges in India

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 63+ 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

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

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Mata Sundri Group of Institutions

Rampura Phul, Punjab
Private

46,250 Design
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Mata Sundri Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Rampura Phul, Punjab. It was established in the year 2010. Mata Sundri Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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GNGC Ludhiana

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

44,800 - 64,700 Design
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GNGC Ludhiana is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. It was established in the year 1970. GNGC Ludhiana offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Shree Ram Institute of Technical Education

Panchkula, Haryana
Private
NCTE

CBSE 10th Exams
...+1 HBSE 10th

Shree Ram Institute of Technical Education is a Private Institute located in Panchkula, Haryana. . Shree Ram Institute of Technical Education offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 11+ students

St. Francis Institute of Art & Design

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

St. Francis Institute of Art & Design is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1986. St. Francis Institute of Art & Design offers Regular, Part Time courses such as Diploma, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

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PTM Arya College

Jalandhar, Punjab
Private

PTM Arya College is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1995. PTM Arya College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 4+ students

I.B. Women College of Education & Management

Rohtak, Haryana
Private
NCTE

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

I.B. Women College of Education & Management is a Private Institute located in Rohtak, Haryana. . I.B. Women College of Education & Management offers Regular courses such as Diploma, B.Ed, BFTech in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

AET College (AETC), Bangalore

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
NAAC

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

AET College (AETC), Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2004. AET College (AETC), Bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, BBM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

APGSU Shimla

4.6
(5 Reviews)
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

1,00,000 Design
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HPBOSE 12th Exams
...+2 JEE Main , CBSE 12th

APGSU Shimla is a Private Institute located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2012. APGSU Shimla offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2631+ students

BSAU Chennai

4.5
(4 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+2 NBA , NAAC

1,65,000 Design
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CIEAT Exams
...+6 Tamilnadu 12th , CBSE 12th , CAT , MAT , JEE Main , GATE

BSAU Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1984. BSAU Chennai offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 120+ students

Inspiria Knowledge Campus

3.6
(5 Reviews)
Siliguri, West Bengal
Private
MAKAUT WB

90,000 - 1,01,200 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 WBCHSE

Inspiria Knowledge Campus is a Private Institute located in Siliguri, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2014. Inspiria Knowledge Campus offers Regular courses such as BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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G.N.B.L. Ramgarhia College for Women

Phagwara, Punjab
Private
Other

G.N.B.L. Ramgarhia College for Women is a Private Institute located in Phagwara, Punjab. It was established in the year 1970. G.N.B.L. Ramgarhia College for Women offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

Oxford International College of Education

Hisar, Haryana
Private

3,92,000 Design
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MPBSE 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Oxford International College of Education is a Private Institute located in Hisar, Haryana. . Oxford International College of Education offers Regular courses such as B.Des, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3+ students

City Pulse Institute of Film & Television

Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Private
NAAC

City Pulse Institute of Film & Television is a Private Institute located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It was established in the year 2009. City Pulse Institute of Film & Television offers Regular courses such as BA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Sikh National College (SNC), Gurdaspur

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurdaspur, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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

Sikh National College (SNC), Gurdaspur is a Private Institute located in Gurdaspur, Punjab. It was established in the year 1938. Sikh National College (SNC), Gurdaspur offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 2+ students

Gokul Global University

4.5
(6 Reviews)
Sidhpur, Gujarat
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

1,00,000 - 1,25,000 Design
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Gokul Global University is a Private Institute located in Sidhpur, Gujarat. It was established in the year 2018. Gokul Global University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 UP 12th

Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2001. Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

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PMIST

3.3
(3 Reviews)
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+7 NBA , MHRD , UGC , NAAC , COA , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

56,500 Design
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CSIR UGC NET Exams
...+6 XAT , GMAT , CEED , NATA , Tamilnadu 12th , CBSE 12th

PMIST is a Private Institute located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1988. PMIST offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Presidency University Bangalore

4.2
(213 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

1,30,000 - 3,00,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 Karnataka PGCET , CLAT , JEE Main , JEE Advanced , GATE , LSAT-India

Presidency University Bangalore specialties

Ranking : Strong National Rankings - Ranked #25 in Management (Times 2024) - Ranked #41 in Engineering (Times
Region : Proximity to IT Hubs - Strategic location near Bangalore's IT corridor - Access to major corporate o
Tier : Premium Institution Status - Classified as T2 (Premium) institution - Recognized for academic growth
Fees : Mid-Range Fee Structure - B.Tech: Rs 3.9-13.6 L (Total) - MBA: Rs 5.3-7 L (Total)
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Good ROI with decent placements - Median package up to Rs 6 LPA
Flagship Course : Popular Programs - B.Tech (CSE, AI, Data Science) - MBA (Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics)
Specialization : Industry-Relevant Specializations - Diverse B.Tech specializations (AI, Cyber Security) - MBA in Dig
Placement Focus : Strong Corporate Placements - Strong in IT (Accenture, Infosys, Wipro) - Consulting (Deloitte, KPMG,
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Information Technology, Consulting - Financial Services, E-commerce
Diversity : Diverse Student Body - Significant national student diversity - International students from various
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internships - Internships with IT giants (Amazon, Infosys) - Projects in Consult
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 165+ global academic collaborations - Exchange programs with UK, U
Alumni : Entrepreneurial Alumni Network - Successful entrepreneurs and founders - Strong network in diverse i
Guest Lecturers : Expert Faculty Engagement - International visiting faculty - Industry experts and thought leaders

Shortlisted by 150666+ students

Amity University Manesar

4.1
(14 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+13 AIU , Council of Architecture (COA) , RCI , UGC-AICTE-DEC ( Joint committee) , INC , ACBSP , BCI , NAAC , AICTE, Directorate of Technical Education , PCI , IET - UK , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) , CCB

1,04,000 - 3,02,000 Design
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AILET Exams
...+6 NATA , CBSE 12th , CAT , CSIR NET , MAT , CLAT

Amity University Manesar is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 2010. Amity University Manesar offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, Executive MBA, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Amity University Mumbai

4.4
(94 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+2 AIU , Government of Maharashtra

1,22,000 - 2,92,000 Design
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MAH MBA CET Exams
...+6 NATA , MHT-CET , CBSE 12th , MAH MCA CET , Maharashtra HSC , ICAR AIEEA

Amity University Mumbai specialties

Ranking : Recognized National & Regional Standing - NIRF 43rd (University), 37th (Engineering) - QS Asia #263
Region : Financial Capital Advantage - Proximity to Mumbai's financial and entertainment hub - Enhanced indus
Fees : High Investment -Rs 8.24-12.32 L (Total B.Tech) -Rs 9.44-11.44 L (Total MBA)
ROI : Good Value - Competitive median packages for graduates - Strong industry alignment for career growth
Flagship Course : Leading Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Specialization : Diverse Industry-Aligned Specializations - B.Tech in CSE, AI, Biotechnology - MBA in Banking & Finan
Placement Focus : Robust Corporate Engagement - Industry-oriented curriculum design - Dedicated Corporate Resource Cen
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT (Amazon, TCS, IBM), Finance (HDFC Bank, SBI Card) - Consulting (Deloitte
Diversity : Global & Cultural Exposure - Students from across India and abroad - Foreign language training (Mand
Internship : Industry-Leading Internships - Interns at Shoppers Stop, Tata Strive Ltd - Projects in Retail, Finan
Partnerships/Exchange : International Academic Collaborations - Strong international affiliations - Offers '3 Continent' pro
Alumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - Kulpreet Yadava (Actor, Screenwriter) - Dev Joshi (Actor), Irene Biru
Guest Lecturers : World-Class Faculty Engagement - Nobel Laureates as guest faculty - Top scientists and industry stal

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Amity University, Gwalior

4.5
(116 Reviews)
Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 Council of Architecture , Bar Council of India , NAAC , ASIC , PCI

68,000 - 1,08,000 Design
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AILET Exams
...+6 NATA , MPBSE 12th , CBSE 12th , CAT , CSIR NET , MAT

Amity University, Gwalior specialties

Rank : Strong National & Regional Rankings - NIRF Engineering #201-300 (2025) - India Today University (Pvt) #28 (2024)
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Opposite Gwalior Airport, excellent connectivity - Drives regional socio-economic upliftment
Fees : Mid-High Fee Structure - Rs 1.74-11.04 L (Total UG/PG) - B.Tech fees Rs 5.84-11.04 L (Total)
ROI : Good Return on Investment - High placement rates across programs - Competitive average and highest packages
Flagship Courses : Popular Programs - B.Tech (CSE, Biotechnology) - MBA, Law (BA LLB Hons)
Specialization : Industry-Relevant Specializations - B.Tech CSE: AI & ML, Data Sciences - Biotechnology, Journalism & Mass Communication
Placement Focus : High Placement Rates - 93.17% overall placement rate (2024) - 100% placement in MBA, B.Tech CSE/ECE (some years)
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Recruitment - IT (Cognizant, IBM, TCS) - Consulting (Deloitte, EY), E-commerce (Amazon)
Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Vibrant multi-cultural ethos - Facilities for disadvantaged students
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internships - Internships with leading companies - Projects in manufacturing, IT, logistics
Partnerships/Exchange : Global & National Collaborations - 20+ National, 5+ International MOUs - Student/faculty exchange, research collaborations
Alumni : Successful Alumni Network - Alumni at Vedantu, Lido Learning - Working in Ebullient Securities, Crown Worldwide

Shortlisted by 71234+ students

Don Bosco College (DBC), Dharmapuri

Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC

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

Don Bosco College (DBC), Dharmapuri is a Private Institute located in Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2007. Don Bosco College (DBC), Dharmapuri offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 41+ students

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

Shortlisted by 61+ students

Sri Vijay Vidyalaya Arts & Science College

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE

Sri Vijay Vidyalaya Arts & Science College is a Private Institute located in Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2009. Sri Vijay Vidyalaya Arts & Science College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 24+ 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

Shortlisted by 29+ students

Harsh Vidya Mandir P.G. College

Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Private
Other

Harsh Vidya Mandir P.G. College is a Private Institute located in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 2005. Harsh Vidya Mandir P.G. College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 13+ students

Bhoopsingh I.T.I

Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NCVT

Bhoopsingh I.T.I is a Private Institute located in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. . Bhoopsingh I.T.I offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 24+ students

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