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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ImaginXP

Pune, Maharashtra
Private

70,000 - 2,50,000 Design
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CMAT Exams
...+6 UCEED , CBSE 12th , NIFT , XAT , CAT , CEED

ImaginXP is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2014. ImaginXP offers Regular courses such as PGDM, B.Des, Certificate, M.Des, PDCC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 154+ students

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

Shortlisted by 425+ students

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AAFT University, Raipur

4.7
(44 Reviews)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
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UGC

96,000 - 2,12,000 Design
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...+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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Vidya Knowledge Park

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
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2,65,000 Design
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...+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

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Vidya Jyoti Eduversity

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Chandigarh, Chandigarh
Private
CII
...+1 IOA

78,000 - 84,000 Design
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...+6 UCEED , NIFT , NCHM JEE , XAT , CAT , CEED

Vidya Jyoti Eduversity is a Private Institute located in Chandigarh. It was established in the year 2006. Vidya Jyoti Eduversity offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Pearl Academy bangalore

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

4,66,500 - 17,72,000 Design
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...+1 Design Aptitude Test (DAT)

Pearl Academy bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1993. Pearl Academy bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, PGD, Certificate, BVA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Kanya Maha Vidyalaya

4.4
(13 Reviews)
Jalandhar, Punjab
Private
UGC
...+3 MHRD , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

8,000 - 59,900 Design
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...+1 PSEB 12th

Kanya Maha Vidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Jalandhar, Punjab. It was established in the year 1886. Kanya Maha Vidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

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GEHU Dehradun

3.8
(58 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
UGC

2,67,000 - 6,72,000 Design
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AILET Exams
...+6 NEET , LSAT , JEE Main , CBSE 12th , CAT , NIMCET

GEHU Dehradun is a Private Institute located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 2011. GEHU Dehradun offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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X-Gen College of Visual Art

Berhampur, Odisha
Private
Government

50,000 Design
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...+1 Odisha CHSE

X-Gen College of Visual Art is a Private Institute located in Berhampur, Odisha. It was established in the year 2013. X-Gen College of Visual Art offers Regular, Online courses such as Diploma, Certificate, BVA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Woxsen University

3.5
(4 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
AICTE
...+5 NBA , AMBA , AACSB , COA , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

16,667 - 15,90,000 Design
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...+6 UGC NET , JEE Main , XAT , CAT , TS EAMCET , GATE

Woxsen University specialties

Ranking : Globally Recognized Rankings - QS Top 150 Young Universities 2025 - Bloomberg Top 50 B-Schools Asia 2024
Region : Strategic Hyderabad Location - Proximity to major IT and Financial Hubs - Access to diverse industry opportunities
Fees : High Fees Structure - Rs 14.40 L (Total) for MBA programs - Rs 14.90-15.65L (Total) for B.Tech
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Strong average packages across programs - Consistent year-on-year salary growth
Flagship Coures : Flagship MBA Programs - MBA in Financial Services, Business Analytics - MBA with Data Science & AI specialization
Specialization : Future-Ready Specializations - Data Science, AI, Blockchain in B.Tech - Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations in MBA
Placement Focus : Diverse Sector Placements - Strong hiring in IT/ITES, BFSI, Consulting - Opportunities in FMCG, E-commerce, EdTech
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - BFSI, IT/ITeS, Consulting, Manufacturing - Product-based, Service-based companies
Diversity : Inclusive Student Community - Students from 28 Indian states - Balanced gender ratio (39% female)
Internship : Real-World Internship Exposure - Paid internships at KPMG, Deloitte, Oxane Partners - Projects in Consulting, IT, Finance sectors
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - 170+ university partnerships across 50+ countries - Student/faculty exchange, dual degree programs
Alumni : Global Alumni Network - Leaders in India's financial hubs - Thriving in US, Canada, Europe, Asia
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Engagements - Woxsen Leadership Series, HR Conclaves - Sessions by global faculty, industry leaders

Shortlisted by 16407+ students

Riidl Academy

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

4,00,000 Design
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Riidl Academy is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2021. Riidl Academy offers Regular courses such as B.Des in multiple disciplines. Read More

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United University

4.0
(14 Reviews)
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
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1,21,000 Design
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CMAT Exams
...+6 UGC NET , NEET , CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT , CSIR NET

United University specialties

Ranking : Emerging University Recognition - Ranked #5 Emerging State Private University (Outlook-ICARE 2025) - Ranked #126 Engineering (Private) (Outlook 2023)
Region : Strategic Educational Hub - Located in Prayagraj, Eastern India's educational hub - Well-connected city with easy transit
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Mid - Rs 2.3L - Rs 8.2L (Total)
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Good
Flagship Course : Flagship Programs - B.Tech (Engineering & Technology) - MBA (Management)
Specialization : Industry-Aligned Specializations - CSE with AI/ML, Data Science, Cloud Computing (IBM) - MBA with Business Analytics (IBM)
Placement Focus : Robust Placement Support - Strong industry collaborations - Pre-placement training, skill workshops
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Placements - IT Services (TCS, Infosys, Wipro) - Consulting (Deloitte), E-commerce (Flipkart)
Diversity : Global Exposure & Culture - Global exposure via international collaborations - Culturally diverse learning environment
Internship : Valuable Industry Internships - Internships at SBI, TCS, Infosys - Projects in Banking (Kotak/HDFC Bank), IT
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Partnerships - Academic MoUs with Spain, Thailand, Indonesia - Collaborations with IBM, University of Missouri

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INSD Thane

4.4
(5 Reviews)
Thane, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

14,100 - 1,41,000 Design
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INSD Thane is a Private Institute located in Thane, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2019. INSD Thane offers Regular courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

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NKC Mumbai

4.2
(6 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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...+1 NAAC

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...+2 MAH MBA CET , Maharashtra HSC

NKC Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1983. NKC Mumbai offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Prerit Design Academy , New Delhi

New Delhi, Delhi
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12,000 - 18,000 Design
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Prerit Design Academy is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 2021. Prerit Design Academy offers Regular courses such as Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

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SASi Creative Institute of Design (SCID) , Coimbatore

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
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AICTE
...+1 NAAC

2,00,000 - 3,30,000 Design
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SASi Creative Institute of Design is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2019. SASi Creative Institute of Design offers Regular courses such as B.Des in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Unitedworld Institute of Design, Gurgaon

Gurgaon, Haryana
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Unitedworld Institute of Design, Gurgaon is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. . Unitedworld Institute of Design, Gurgaon offers Regular courses such as B.Des in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Unitedworld Institute of Design, NCR

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
UGC

5,00,000 - 10,00,000 Design
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Unitedworld Institute of Design, NCR is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 2022. Unitedworld Institute of Design, NCR offers Regular courses such as B.Des, M.Des in multiple disciplines. Read More

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GSPS Mumbai

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private

49,000 - 90,000 Design
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...+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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Bhagwant University, Ajmer

5.0
(7 Reviews)
Ajmer, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+4 State Govt. of Rajasthan , NCTE , BCI , PCI

AILET Exams
...+6 NEET , LSAT , JEE Main , CBSE 12th , Rajasthan JET Agriculture , CLAT

Bhagwant University, Ajmer is a Private Institute located in Ajmer, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2008. Bhagwant University, Ajmer offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Noida International University

4.3
(33 Reviews)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+5 BCI , PCI , NCTE , INC , COA

1,00,000 Design
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AILET Exams
...+6 UGC NET , NIFT , CSIR NET , NEET PG , MAT , GMAT

Noida International University specialties

Ranking : Recognized National Standing - Ranked 81st nationally by IIRF 2024 - NAAC A+ Grade accreditation
Region : Strategic NCR Location - Proximity to Delhi NCR's IT hubs - Access to major industrial zones
Fees : Mid-High Investment -Rs 2.98 L -Rs 12.14 L (Total UG/PG) - Varies by program and duration
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Average packageRs 5 LPA (2024) - Highest packageRs 43 LPA (2024)
Flagship Course : Leading Programs - B.Tech (CSE, AI, Data Science) - Journalism and Mass Communication
Specialization : Cutting-Edge Specializations - B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence - B.Tech in Cyber Security
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - High rates in Journalism (100%), Engineering (83%) - Recruiters from IT
Top Industries : Diverse Recruitment Sectors - IT (Infosys, TCS, Wipro) - Healthcare (Max Healthcare, Apollo Hospital
Diversity : Global Student Community - Students from over 64+ countries - Culturally rich campus environment
Internship : Industry Exposure Internships - Emphasis on practical industry training - Alumni network supports in
Partnerships/Exchange : International Collaborations - Partnerships with global universities - Enhanced global learning expe
Alumni : Active Alumni Network - Noida International University Alumni Association (NIUAA) - Supports network
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - Regular industry guest lectures - Workshops for skill enhancement

Shortlisted by 22888+ students

Arunodaya University

4.6
(7 Reviews)
Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Private

AILET Exams
...+6 LSAT , CBSE 12th , XAT , CAT , CLAT , GMAT

Arunodaya University is a Private Institute located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2014. Arunodaya University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, Executive MBA, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

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B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology

4.4
(7 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private

1,80,000 Design
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NATA Exams
...+6 CIEAT , AILET , UCEED , JEE Main , CBSE 12th , XAT

B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1999. B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Amritsar, Punjab
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

63,497 Design
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Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology is a Private Institute located in Amritsar, Punjab. It was established in the year 2002. Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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INSD Pune

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

58,000 - 5,00,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

INSD Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2011. INSD Pune offers Regular, Online courses such as MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 633+ students

Anna School of Science and Management, Virudhunagar

Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu
Private
Govt of Ta

Anna School of Science and Management, Virudhunagar is a Private Institute located in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2017. Anna School of Science and Management, Virudhunagar offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, Diploma, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9206+ students

Seamedu School of Pro-Expressionism

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private

10,000 - 4,50,000 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 CAT , MAT

Seamedu School of Pro-Expressionism is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2008. Seamedu School of Pro-Expressionism offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18197+ students

International Polytechnic Malviya Nagar

5.0
(1 Reviews)
New Delhi, Delhi
Private
NAAC

80,000 - 1,15,000 Design
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JEECUP Exams

International Polytechnic Malviya Nagar is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 1979. International Polytechnic Malviya Nagar offers Regular courses such as Diploma, B.Voc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 285+ students

KAMS bangalore

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private

45,000 - 1,23,750 Design
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

KAMS bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2003. KAMS bangalore offers Regular courses such as BBA, Diploma, Certificate, BVA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 675+ students

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