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 1113 Private Design Colleges in India

Arni University

4.2
(5 Reviews)
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh
Private

1,20,000 Design
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CMAT Exams
...+5 JEE Main , CBSE 12th , HPCET , MAT , GATE

Arni University is a Private Institute located in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. Arni University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 168+ students

World University of Design

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Sonepat, Haryana
Private
UGC

2,00,000 - 3,50,000 Design
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NATA Exams
...+6 JEE Main , NID Entrance Exam , WUD Aptitude Test , CAT , CEED , NIFT Entrance Exam

World University of Design is a Private Institute located in Sonepat, Haryana. It was established in the year 2018. World University of Design offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BA, BBA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8345+ students

Asra Group Of Institutions

Sangrur, Punjab
Private

Asra Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Sangrur, Punjab. It was established in the year 2012. Asra Group Of Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 52+ students

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Garden City University

4.6
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...+1 NAAC

2,05,000 - 3,05,000 Design
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...+6 CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT , CBSE 10th , MAT , COMEDK UGET

Garden City University is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1992. Garden City University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Golden Groups Of Institutions

Gurdaspur, Punjab
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93,000 Design
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...+4 CBSE 12th , PSEB 10th , CBSE 10th , GATE

Golden Groups Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Gurdaspur, Punjab. It was established in the year 2012. Golden Groups Of Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Nirmala Group Of Institutions

Thrissur, Kerala
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Nirmala Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Thrissur, Kerala. It was established in the year 2014. Nirmala Group Of Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Shoolini University Solan

3.9
(333 Reviews)
Solan, Himachal Pradesh
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UGC
...+4 NBA , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

1,70,000 - 2,28,000 Design
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...+6 NEET , JEE Main , SAT , SAT India , GATE , CAT

Shoolini University Solan specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 2025: #69 (Universities), #89 (Overall) - NIRF 2025: #44 (Pharmacy), #9
Region : Himalayan Research Hub - Strategic location fostering research and innovation - Only Himachal univer
Fees : Mid-High Fee Structure - B.Tech:Rs 8.34-11.5 L (Total) - MBA:Rs 8.77-9.11 L (Total)
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Highest packageRs 42 LPA (2024) - Average packageRs 8 LPA (2024)
Flagship Course : Leading Programs Offered - B.Tech (Biotechnology, AI, CSE) - MBA (Marketing, Business Analytics, Pha
Specialization : Diverse & Unique Specializations - MBA with 11 specializations including Digital Marketing - Minor o
Placement Focus : High Placement Rate - 100% placements in B.Tech, MBA, Journalism, HM (2024) - Over 500 recruiters, 5
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - IT (IBM, Cognizant, HCL), Consulting (KPMG, Accenture) - FMCG (Nestle
Diversity : Global Student Exposure - 250+ international partnerships across 28+ countries - Student exchange pr
Internship : Industry-Integrated Internships - Internships at Times of India, Biogentek, IDBI Bank - Mandatory pr
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 2+2 study abroad programs with global universities - MoUs with Isl
Alumni : Strong Alumni Network - Alumni in Google, Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, KPMG - Network across Delhi/NCR, B
Guest Lecturers : Renowned Guest Speakers - Nobel laureate Dr. Robert Huber - Cricketer Yuvraj Singh

Shortlisted by 12302+ students

Vishwakarma University

4.3
(10 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

70,000 - 3,75,000 Design
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...+6 NIFT , NID DAT , MAT , UCEED , CBSE 12th , CAT

Vishwakarma University is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2017. Vishwakarma University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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ISBM University

4.0
(8 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+6 British Standard institute (BSI) , NCHEMS , CODL , ASCBE (Europe) , NHRD , IADL

14,900 Design
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ISBM University specialties

Ranking : National Recognition - Ranked #158 Overall by IIRF 2024 - Recognized among Top Emerging Universities
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Proximity to Raipur, state capital - Access to urban amenities, industrial hubs
Fees : Affordable Education - Mid-range: Rs 1.0L - Rs 2.1L (Total MBA) - UG: Rs 10K - Rs 80K (Per Year)
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Average package Rs 10.8LPA (2022) - Highest package up to Rs 17.2LPA (2022)
Flagship Course : Popular Programs Offered - Flagship MBA program with diverse specializations - Popular B.Tech, B.Sc, BCA courses
Specialization : Industry-Focused Specializations - Industry-integrated B.Tech in AI, Data Science - MBA specializations: Marketing, Finance, HR, IT
Placement Focus : Strong Career Support - Dedicated placement cell, 100% job assistance - Focus on corporate career building
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Placements - BFSI, IT, Consulting, FMCG, Healthcare - Top companies: Infosys, Amazon, Deloitte, HDFC
Internship : Valuable Internship Opportunities - Internships with Infosys, Reliance, Amazon - Paid internships, projects in data science
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Dual degrees with Rushford Business School (Switzerland) - MoUs with Henry Harvin, Judson University (USA)
Alumni : Engaged Alumni Network - Active network for professional contacts - Mentorship programs, networking events

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Sathyabama University

4.3
(59 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

#84 NIRF Ranking
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...+5 NEET , CBSE 12th , Tamilnadu 12th , SAEEE , NEET MDS

Sathyabama University specialties

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Region : Strategic Chennai Location - Proximity to major IT hubs - Access to diverse industrial corridors
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - B.Tech:Rs 2.38-14.2 L (Total) - MBA:Rs 4.05 L (Total)
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Flagship Course : Leading Engineering Programs - Computer Science Engineering (CSE) - CSE specializations, Biotechnolo
Specialization : Cutting-Edge CSE Specializations - AI, Data Science, IoT, Cyber Security - Blockchain Technology, AI
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - IT & Consulting, Engineering, Finance - Top companies: Amazon, Deloitte
Top Industries : Diverse Recruitment Sectors - IT & Consulting (Accenture, TCS) - Engineering & Manufacturing (Hyunda
Internship : Valuable Industry Internships - Interns at Accenture, Cognizant, Oracle - Projects in IT, Manufactur
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Semester Abroad Programs (SAP) - 150+ international university tie-
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Leaders in Microsoft, Bank of New York - Notable figures in ISRO, Film
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Insights - Eminent personalities from various industries - Latest updates, technical

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Maharishi University Noida

4.1
(24 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC

1,00,000 - 2,00,000 Design
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...+3 CBSE 10th , UP 12th , UP 10th

Maharishi University Noida is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2001. Maharishi University Noida offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Parks-College

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

38,600 - 51,800 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+5 XAT , CAT , Tamilnadu 12th , MAT , GMAT

Parks-College is a Private Institute located in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1993. Parks-College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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CT University (CTU), Ludhiana

4.6
(25 Reviews)
Ludhiana, Punjab
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...+1 AICTE

50,000 - 3,00,000 Design
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AILET Exams
...+6 NIFT , MAT , Punjab JET , PSEB 12th , UCEED , CBSE 12th

CT University (CTU), Ludhiana is a Private Institute located in Ludhiana, Punjab. It was established in the year 2017. CT University (CTU), Ludhiana offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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IIFA Lancaster Degree College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
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Government
...+3 BSS - INDIA , NSDC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,00,000 - 4,50,000 Design
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IIFA Lancaster Degree College is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2022. IIFA Lancaster Degree College offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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GSPS Mumbai

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

49,000 - 90,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

GSPS Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2000. GSPS Mumbai offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Apeejay College of Fine Arts, Jalandhar

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Jalandhar, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Apeejay College of Fine Arts, Jalandhar is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1975. Apeejay College of Fine Arts, Jalandhar offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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CREO Valley

4.0
(22 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
others
...+1 Autonomous

1,80,000 - 2,50,000 Design
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CMAT Exams
...+6 UCEED , CBSE 12th , NIFT , XAT , CAT , CEED

CREO Valley is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2013. CREO Valley offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, Diploma, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth

4.3
(60 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

AILET Exams
...+6 UGC NET , CSIR NET , NIMCET , NEET PG , CBSE 10th , MAT

Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1921. Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Apex College For Girls, Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

90,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 Rajasthan JET Agriculture , CUET PG , RBSE 12th , CUET

Apex College For Girls, Jaipur is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 1998. Apex College For Girls, Jaipur offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, B.Ed, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

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MIT ADT University

4.4
(19 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
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...+1 Government of Maharashtra

3,25,000 - 6,00,000 Design
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...+4 Uni GAUGE , PERA CET , MHT-CET , GATE

MIT ADT University is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2015. MIT ADT University offers Regular, Online courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, Executive MBA, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Bhartiya Skill Development University

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private

60,000 Design
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Bhartiya Skill Development University is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2017. Bhartiya Skill Development University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, Certificate, B.Voc, M.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Chandigarh, Chandigarh
Private
AICTE

1,89,000 Design
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AILET Exams
...+6 CMAT , PSEB 12th , LSAT , CBSE 12th , CAT , CLAT

Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University is a Private Institute located in Chandigarh. It was established in the year 2008. Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 223+ students

Bareilly International University

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Private

62,000 Design
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NEET Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , NEET PG , UP 12th , GPAT , JEECUP , NEET MDS

Bareilly International University is a Private Institute located in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. . Bareilly International University offers Regular courses such as MBBS, BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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AAFT University, Raipur

4.7
(44 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Private
UGC

96,000 - 2,12,000 Design
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CMAT Exams
...+4 XAT , CAT , MAT , AAFT

AAFT University, Raipur is a Private Institute located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. It was established in the year 2018. AAFT University, Raipur offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Gulshan Kumar Film and Television Institute of India

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private

1,50,000 - 6,00,000 Design
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UP 10th Exams
...+4 CBSE 12th , CBSE 10th , UP 12th , JEECUP

Gulshan Kumar Film and Television Institute of India is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2018. Gulshan Kumar Film and Television Institute of India offers Regular courses such as B.Des, BSc, Diploma, MSc, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 206+ students

Vidya Knowledge Park

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

2,65,000 Design
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for Design) Exams
...+6 CMAT , JEE Main , CBSE 12th , NIFT , XAT , CAT

Vidya Knowledge Park is a Private Institute located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2006. Vidya Knowledge Park offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 141+ students

OM Sterling Global University

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Hisar, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+6 AICTE , BCI , PCI , AIU , NSDC , COA

36,000 - 45,000 Design
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NATA Exams
...+6 CMAT , AILET , GMAT , CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT

OM Sterling Global University is a Private Institute located in Hisar, Haryana. It was established in the year 2019. OM Sterling Global University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, Executive MBA, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 35406+ students

NSAM Institute of Design

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

1,50,000 - 2,10,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Global Designer Mindset: NSAM's vision of creating world-class designers is reflected in its curriculum, designed to foster a global perspective in design.
Holistic Educational Approach: The combination of academic teachings with practical experiences like workshops, guest lectures, and market surveys ensures students receive a well-rounded education.
Innovative Learning Environment: NSAM emphasizes on giving students new mindsets and perspectives, preparing them to be innovative and forward-thinking in their design approach.
Real-World Exposure: Hands-on experiences through market surveys and presentations equip students with real-world insights, making them industry-ready upon graduation.
Networking Opportunities: Regular guest lectures from industry experts offer students valuable networking opportunities and insights into current industry trends and demands.

Shortlisted by 12019+ students

NITTE School of Architecture, Planning and Design

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

5,00,000 Design
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NITTE School of Architecture, Planning and Design is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2016. NITTE School of Architecture, Planning and Design offers Regular courses such as B.Des, B.Arch, B.Plan in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Kayhan Animation Academy

Mumbai, Maharashtra
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25,000 - 1,00,000 Design
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