Exams
Fashion Design
Fashion Design Entrance Exams in India (UG & PG)
Fashion Design is a dynamic and ever-evolving industry that demands creative, technical, and practical expertise in the design of clothing, accessories, and lifestyle products. For students aiming to pursue fashion design at the undergraduate (UG) or postgraduate (PG) level, entrance exams play a critical role in securing admission to top institutions across India.
This section provides an overview of important Fashion Design entrance exams along with their eligibility criteria.
Undergraduate Entrance Exams
Exam Name | Eligibility | Purpose |
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NIFT Entrance Exam | Passed 10+2 from a recognized board | Admission to B.Des and B.FTech programs at NIFT campuses |
NID DAT | Passed 10+2 in any stream | Admission to B.Des programs at NID campuses |
UCEED | Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics | Admission to B.Des programs at IITs and participating institutes |
Pearl Academy Entrance Exam | Passed 10+2 or equivalent | Admission to UG programs in Fashion Design, Fashion Styling, etc. |
AIEED | Passed 10+2 or appeared in 10+2 exams | Admission to UG programs at ARCH College of Design and Business |
MITID DAT | Passed 10+2 in any stream | Admission to UG programs in Fashion Design at MIT Institute of Design |
Shiv Nadar University Design Entrance Test | Passed 10+2 or equivalent | Admission to B.Des programs in Fashion Design and related fields |
GD Goenka DAT | Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks | Admission to UG programs in Fashion Design at GD Goenka School of Fashion & Design |
UPES DAT | Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks | Admission to UG programs in Fashion Design at UPES, Dehradun |
SEED (Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design) | Passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks | Admission to UG programs in Fashion Design at Symbiosis Institute of Design |
Postgraduate Entrance Exams
Exam Name | Eligibility | Purpose |
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NIFT Entrance Exam | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline | Admission to M.Des and MFM programs at NIFT campuses |
NID DAT | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline | Admission to M.Des programs at NID campuses |
CEED | Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering, or Architecture | Admission to M.Des programs at IITs and participating institutes |
Pearl Academy Entrance Exam | Bachelor’s degree in any field | Admission to PG programs in Fashion Design and related fields |
AIEED | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline | Admission to PG programs at ARCH College of Design and Business |
MITID DAT | Bachelor’s degree in any field | Admission to PG programs in Fashion Design at MIT Institute of Design |
UPES DAT | Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks | Admission to PG programs in Fashion Design at UPES |
GD Goenka DAT | Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field | Admission to PG programs in Fashion Design at GD Goenka School of Fashion & Design |
LPU NEST | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline | Admission to PG programs in Fashion Design at Lovely Professional University |
Symbiosis Institute of Design PG Entrance Test | Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks | Admission to PG programs in Fashion Design at Symbiosis Institute of Design |
Why Do These Exams Matter?
Fashion Design entrance exams serve as gateways to some of the most prestigious fashion design colleges in India. These exams test a candidate's creative abilities, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills, ensuring that only the best candidates are selected. By qualifying these exams, students can gain access to world-class training in areas such as fashion trends, garment construction, and fashion business.
Moreover, these exams offer students the opportunity to receive industry exposure through collaborations with leading fashion houses, brands, and professionals, giving them a solid foundation for a prosperous career in the fashion industry.