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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    School of Quality Management is a Private Institute located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1992. School of Quality Management offers Regular courses such as MBA, Diploma, PGD, Certificate, PGP in multiple disciplines. Read More
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    • RatingMumbai, Maharashtra
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      ...+1 NBA
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      73,000 Design

    Thakur Polytechnic specialties

    • iconRank : Regional Excellence Leader - Conferred with the ISTE Narsee Monjee Best Overall Performance Polytechnic award for the Western Region. - Awarded the Best Laboratory Award by MSBTE for the Metrology & Quality Control (MQC) Lab.
    • iconRegion : Strategic Industrial Hub - Located in Kandivali (East) with direct proximity to the Western Express Highway for seamless connectivity. - Strategically positioned near Mumbai's major industrial belts and corporate hubs, facilitating frequent industry visits.
    • iconFees : Mid-Range Professional Education - Rs 0.18 - 1.5 L (Total) - Fee structure is regulated as per DTE Maharashtra norms with scholarship support for minority and EBC categories.
    • iconROI : Excellent Value - High return on investment for diploma students through early industry entry and strong placement records. - Affordable fee structure combined with access to premium infrastructure and top-tier recruiters.
    • iconFlagship Course : Computer Engineering - Highest intake capacity with 180 seats and consistent NBA accreditation. - Curriculum focused on emerging technologies with state-of-the-art computing labs.
    • iconSpecialization : NBA Accredited Excellence - Four core programs (Computer, IT, EXTC, and Mechanical) are NBA accredited, ensuring global quality standards. - Curriculum is enhanced with value-added training to meet international vocational benchmarks.
    • iconPlacement Focus : Manufacturing & IT Sector Focus - Dedicated Training & Placement Cell focusing on core engineering and IT services. - Regular recruitment drives by industry giants like Tata Motors, L&T, and Mahindra & Mahindra.
    • iconTop Industries : Core Engineering & Infrastructure - Manufacturing, IT & Software, Infrastructure, and Banking & Finance. - Top recruiters include Tata Power, Mumbai Metro, and Shapoorji Pallonji.
    • iconDiversity : Linguistic Minority Empowerment - Recognized Hindi Linguistic Minority Institute with a 51% seat reservation for the community. - Co-educational environment with a dedicated Girls Common Room and inclusive campus culture.
    • iconInternship : Mandatory In-Plant Training - Compulsory 6-week industrial training integrated into the curriculum for practical exposure. - Students have successfully interned at organizations like Tata Power, L&T, and Mumbai Metro.
    • iconPartnerships/Exchange : Industry-Institute Interaction Cell (IIC) - Active IIC committee featuring leadership from L&T, Rely Services, and Process Precision Instrumentation. - Formal tie-ups with reputed companies for curriculum development and skill enhancement.
    • iconAlumni : TPAA Global Network - Thakur Polytechnic Alumni Association (TPAA) boasts a 25-year legacy of professionals in diverse spheres. - Alumni are placed in leadership roles across Tata Power, Mumbai Metro, and various entrepreneurial ventures.
    • iconGuest Lecturers : C-Suite Industry Mentorship - Regular sessions by Managing Directors and CTOs from partner industries like Static.int and Nibodh Educare. - Technical seminars conducted by experts from the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE).
    • iconHostel : Modern Residential Comforts - Limited hostel facility for boys and girls located in close proximity to the institute. - Features modern amenities including 24-hour power/water supply and two-tier security, rare for the polytechnic category.
    • iconInfrastructure : Integrated Smart Campus - Part of the expansive Thakur Educational Campus featuring air-conditioned smart classrooms and a 250-seat AC auditorium. - Premium facilities include a CCD cafeteria, well-equipped gymkhana, and spacious recreation grounds.
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      1,98,000 - 3,20,000 Design

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      Karnataka 2nd PUC Exams

      ...+2 CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th
    NTTF Electronics Training Centre is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1963. NTTF Electronics Training Centre offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More
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    • RatingLucknow, Uttar Pradesh
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      ...+5 MCI , UGC , NAAC , PCI , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
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    • iconRanking : Nationally Recognized Programs - NIRF 2025: #40 Pharmacy, #151-200 Overall - India Today 2024: #36 P
    • iconRegion : North India Educational Hub - Located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Access to North India's economic g
    • iconFees : Mid-Range Affordability - Mid-range fees for diverse courses - B.Tech: Rs 0.85-1.8 L (Per Year)
    • iconROI : Good Return on Investment - Strong placements across diverse sectors - Median packages up to Rs 8.5
    • iconFlagship Course : Leading Programs Offered - Engineering (CSE, IT) programs - MBA, Pharmacy, Architecture courses
    • iconSpecialization : Cutting-Edge Specializations - B.Tech in AI & Data Science - M.Tech in Advanced Computing
    • iconPlacement Focus : Industry-Aligned Placements - Strong focus on IT/Tech, Consulting - Robust corporate partnerships
    • iconTop Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT (TCS, Infosys, Wipro) - E-commerce (Flipkart, Amazon), Consulting (Deloi
    • iconDiversity : Vibrant Multicultural Environment - Diverse student body and cultures - International research inter
    • iconInternship : Practical Industry Exposure - Mandatory internships in IT, FMCG - Internships with HCL, IBM, Nestle
    • iconPartnerships/Exchange : Global & Industry Collaborations - MOUs with BOSCH, Autodesk Inc. - International research collabora
    • iconAlumni : Distinguished Alumni Network - Dr. Haider Raza (Computer Scientist, University of Essex) - Juber Akh
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