B.Des. in Footwear Design and Production 

at FDDI Noida, Noida

The Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI), conducts their own entrance exam for admission to BDes programme. AIST  (All India Selection Test) is the Institute's entrance exam. Registration is ongoing and the last date to apply is April 4, 2024. Admission to the BDes programme is based on the Merit list,  which is based on the candidate's performance in AIST. Also, the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI) accepts UCEED scores for admission to its B.Des programme. The aggregate percentage of UCEED Score may be equated at par with FDDI AIST percentage for admission to the programme.

The overall admission fee for FDDI BDes is around INR 8.3 lakh. The admission fee also includes, application fee, one time fees, and semester wise fees. The mentioned fee are sourced from various sources. Hence, it's indicative. For more detailed fees, visit the FDDI official website.

Candidates who have completed twelve years of school education from any recognised board, are eligibile for the FDDI BDes Programme. Also candiates must appear for either AIST  (All India Selection Test) or UCEED, which qualifies the candidates for admission to the BDes programme. 

Yes, Admission dates are out for FDDI BDes admission 2024. Admission to the BDes programme is based on AIST  (All India Selection Test). However, candidaets with a valid The Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) score are also eligible for the programme. Also candidates have to qualify the eligibility criteria: Twelve years of school education from any discipline from any Institute based/ University recognised by law in India.

The Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) offers a Bachelor of Design (BDes) with three specialisations: Footwear Design, Leather and Non-Leather Footwear, and Production Technology, Productivity & Quality Management. The overall seat intake for MBA programme is around 200.  The 200 seats are divided among the three specialisations:

Whether or not you can get B.Des at FDDI Noida with a 75 percentile in UCEED depends on a number of factors, including the overall competitiveness of the program, the number of applicants, and the specific cutoff scores for each year. However, a 75 percentile is a strong score, and you should have a good chance of getting into the program.

Here are some factors that can affect your chances of getting into B.Des at FDDI Noida:

• Your UCEED score: The higher your score,  the better your chances of getting into the program.
• Your portfolio: Your portfolio should showcase your best work in design.
• Your personal statement: Your personal statement should explain why you are interested in design and why you would be a good fit for the program.
• Your letters of recommendation: Your letters of recommendation should come from people who can speak to your skills and abilities in design.

For admission to Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) BDes course, candiates must apply for the FDDI AIST entrance exam. While filling out the online application form, candidates have to scan the required documents and upload it with the application form. Find below the list of documents :

• Personal and Educational qualification details.
• Caste / Tribe/ Class certificate (for SC / ST/ OBC (NC) candidate)
• Disability Certificate for Persons with Disabilities
• EWS Certificate if eligible
• Image of scanned photograph
• Image of scanned signature
• Debit / Credit Card details for making online payment against the Application Fee

Selection Process for B.Des Programs

The selection process for B.Des programs typically involves multiple stages, including:

1. Entrance Exam
2. Design Aptitude Test
3. Portfolio Review
4. Interview 
5. Final Selection

Minimum UCEED Score

The minimum UCEED score required for B.Des admission varies depending on the institute, the specific design specialization, and the year of admission. However, in general, candidates with a UCEED score of 80% or above are considered for admission to top-tier design institutes. The competition for B.Des programs is quite high, and a strong UCEED score is essential to increase your chances of getting into a reputed design institute.

The placement record for B.Des courses at FDDI Noida is generally good. In recent years, around 80-85% of B.Des graduates have been placed through the college's centralized placement process. The average salary package offered to B.Des graduates has been around INR 2.5 LPA, with top recruiters including Adidas, Reliance, and Aditya Birla.

Here are some specific placement statistics for B.Des courses at FDDI Noida:

• B.Des in Fashion Design: In the 2023 placement season, around 80% of B.Des in Fashion Design graduates were placed. The average salary package offered was INR 2.5 LPA. Top recruiters included H&M, Reliance, Bata, and Future Group.

• B.Des in Footwear Design & Production: In the 2023 placement season, around 85% of B.Des in Footwear Design & Production graduates were placed. The average salary package offered was INR 2.8 LPA. Top recruiters included Clarks, Bata, Adidas, and Sabyasachi.

• B.Des in Leather, Lifestyle & Product Design: In the 2023 placement season, around 75% of B.Des in Leather, Lifestyle & Product Design graduates were placed. The average salary package offered was INR 2.4 LPA. Top recruiters included Reliance Group, Action International, and Aqualite India.