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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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

Shortlisted by 1+ students

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Dr. MGR University Arani Campus

Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu
Private

65,000 - 75,000 Design
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Dr. MGR University Arani Campus is a Private Institute located in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu. . Dr. MGR University Arani Campus offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 142+ students

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INSD PCMC

4.1
(9 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

75,000 - 2,94,820 Design
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INSD PCMC is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2011. INSD PCMC offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 62+ students

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Indian Institute of Creative Skills

New Delhi, Delhi
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6,00,000 Design
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Indian Institute of Creative Skills is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 2025. Indian Institute of Creative Skills offers Regular courses such as Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Raj Computers Academy Kandivali

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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1,20,000 Design
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Raj Computers Academy Kandivali is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1996. Raj Computers Academy Kandivali offers Regular courses such as BCA, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Raj Computers Academy Dombivli

4.0
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Thane, Maharashtra
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1,20,000 Design
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Raj Computers Academy Dombivli is a Private Institute located in Thane, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1997. Raj Computers Academy Dombivli offers Regular courses such as BCA, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Vivz Fashion School , Pune

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
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1,45,000 Design
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Vivz Fashion School is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. . Vivz Fashion School offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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KS Rangasamy Institute of Technology

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu
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...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

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...+1 CBSE 10th

KS Rangasamy Institute of Technology is a Private Institute located in Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1994. KS Rangasamy Institute of Technology offers Regular courses such as Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Bangalore School of Design and Technology

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

1,00,000 - 2,50,000 Design
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Bangalore School of Design and Technology is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2017. Bangalore School of Design and Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, BCA, Diploma, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Tron School of Animation JM Road

Pune, Maharashtra
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10,000 - 3,85,000 Design
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Tron School of Animation JM Road is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. . Tron School of Animation JM Road offers Regular courses such as Certificate, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Tron School of Animation PCMC

4.0
(4 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private

10,000 - 3,15,000 Design
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Tron School of Animation PCMC is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. . Tron School of Animation PCMC offers Regular courses such as BSc, Certificate, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Tron School of Animation Bavdhan

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
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10,000 - 8,25,000 Design
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Anna College (Anna Optometry College) Madurai

Madurai, Tamil Nadu
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60,000 Design
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Anna College (Anna Optometry College) Madurai is a Private Institute located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2017. Anna College (Anna Optometry College) Madurai offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Shree Hanumat IMT

Jalandhar, Punjab
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65,000 Design
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PSEB 12th Exams
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Shree Hanumat IMT is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 2018. Shree Hanumat IMT offers Regular courses such as BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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18,000 - 3,85,000 Design
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Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. . Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles offers Regular courses such as B.Des, Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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TGC Jaipur

4.3
(7 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
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NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

50,500 - 1,40,000 Design
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TGC Jaipur is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2002. TGC Jaipur offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, Certificate, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Center for Design Studies

Indore, Madhya Pradesh
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1,50,000 Design
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Indian Institute of Fashion and Design, Kolkata

4.9
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Kolkata, West Bengal
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1,30,000 - 2,10,000 Design
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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Kolkata

4.0
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Kolkata, West Bengal
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2,00,000 Design
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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Delhi

4.0
(2 Reviews)
New Delhi, Delhi
Private

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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Indore, Madhya Pradesh
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1,25,000 Design
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Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Indore is a Private Institute located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2024. Unitedworld School of Creative Intelligence Indore offers Regular courses such as Certificate 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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Virtual Design Institute

4.0
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Surat, Gujarat
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55,000 - 1,08,000 Design
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CMJ University

Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya
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Cadence Academy of Design, Nagpur

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
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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.

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Cadence Academy of Design, Mumbai

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

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.

Shortlisted by 5483+ students

Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Kanpur

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Private
MESC

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

Shortlisted by 336+ students

Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Lucknow

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private
MESC

Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Lucknow is a Private Institute located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2003. Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity, Lucknow offers Regular courses such as Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Indian Institute of Interior and Fashion Design

4.0
(3 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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