B.Des. in Communication Design 

at NID Vijayawada, Vijayawada

The National Institute of Design (NID) in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, is renowned for its cutting-edge design programs, which foster creativity and innovation among students. As of the 2022-2023 academic year, the tentative fee for the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme at NID Vijayawada is approximately INR 1,87,000 per year. The overall average fee for various courses at NID Vijayawada is around INR 1,89,675 per year.

However, it's noteworthy that specific courses, such as Communication Design, Industrial Design, and Textile and Apparel Design, may have a higher fee structure, reaching up to INR 7.51 lakhs. These courses likely involve specialised resources, equipment, and expertise, contributing to the variation in fees.

The total tentative fees for the first year at NID Vijayawada encompass various components, including the refundable security deposit, insurance (personal accident), and the Student Activity Fund and Film Club. These components are integral to creating a conducive learning environment and ensuring the well-being and engagement of students throughout their academic journey.

The security deposit is a refundable amount intended to cover potential damages or losses during the course of study. Insurance, specifically personal accident insurance, safeguards students in unforeseen circumstances. The Student Activity Fund and Film Club contribute to extracurricular activities and events, fostering a holistic learning experience beyond the academic curriculum.

Government of India Scholarships: This initiative is designed to support students facing financial challenges, ensuring that they can pursue their education without the burden of tuition fees.

The National Institute of Design Scholarship: Targeted at students demonstrating exceptional academic performance, this scholarship covers tuition fees and living expenses. It serves as a recognition of scholarly achievements and provides financial assistance to deserving candidates.

FORD Foundation Scholarship: Reserved for students who have been awarded a 100% scholarship by NID, the FORD Foundation Scholarship further supports individuals on the basis of their academic merit.

LPUNEST Study Grant: Awarded to the top 100 candidates of LPUNEST (under Graduate Design), this scholarship acknowledges and rewards excellence in the entrance examination.

National Scholarship for Students with Disabilities: Aimed at students with a disability of 40% or more, this scholarship promotes inclusivity by providing financial assistance to individuals who may face additional challenges.

The NID DAT is a design aptitude test and does not assess academic performance. Candidates will be evaluated based on their design skills, creativity, and general knowledge. However, candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks to be eligible for the exam., you do need a minimum percentage in the 12th class for getting admission in the National Institute of Design (NID).

No, direct admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme at NID Vijayawada, also known as the National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh, is not possible. Admission to the B.Des programme is based on the Design and Aptitude Test (DAT), and candidates have to appear for the NID DAT entrance exam to enroll in the B.Des program. There is no other way or any other entrance examination accepted by NID Vijayawada for admission to B.Des. 

The National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh's NID Vijaywada selection procedure for B.Des candidates is as follows:

Step 1: Complete the Design Aptitude Test (DAT) Online Application form to be admitted to BDes and MDes.

Step 2: Take the Design Aptitude Test (DAT) exam according to the schedule and obtain the necessary percentile.

Step 3:

• Go to the NID Vijaywada, Andra Pradesh, official website.
• Select the Admission Tab and sign up with a working phone number and email address.
• Next, sign in to complete the form and upload the necessary scanned copies of your documents.
• It is required that the application cost be paid either offline—in the college office—or online, using any online payment method.
• Send in the completed form and print a copy for your records.

The minimum NID Entrance exam percentage required:

The National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh (NID Vijaywada) has 75 seats available for the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) curriculum. There are three disciplines in which these seats are divided:

-25 seats for industrial design

-25 seats for communication design

-25 seats for textile and apparel design

Candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories are also eligible to apply, in addition to the general seat intake. These seats are reserved in the following order:

-SC: Eleven seats, or 15% of the available seats,

-ST: six seats, representing 7.5% of the available seats overall

There may be a little annual variation in the total number of seats available for each discipline. The total number of seats, which is 75, is unchanged.

No, you cannot enrol directly in NID Vijaywada or the National Institute of Design in Andhra Pradesh. NID Vijaywada admits students through a two-stage admission test procedure. The first step is the national exam administered by NID, called the Design Aptitude Test (DAT). The interview and design portfolio constitute the second phase.

You must have received at least a 50% grade in your class 12 Diploma from an accredited board in order to be eligible for the DAT. Any of the three NID Vijaywada-offered disciplines—industrial design, textile and apparel design, and communication design—may be applied for the DAT.

You will be placed for the design portfolio and interview if you pass the DAT. Your design expertise and skills should be on display in your portfolio. You might talk about your reason for pursuing a career in design as well as your design portfolio during the interview.

Admittance is extremely competitive; only a small portion of candidates are chosen. On the other hand, your chances of success are higher if you have a strong portfolio and are passionate about design.

Yes, the Government of India has established a reservation policy for admission to B.Des. The following describes National Institute of Design Vijayawada reservation guidelines:

Total No. of Seats    GEN-EWS (10%)    OBC-NCL (27%)     Scheduled Caste (15%)    Scheduled Tribe (7.5%)
75 8  20 11 6

Yes, NID Vijaywada/ National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh has a good reputation for placements. In 2023, the institute had a placement rate of 90%, with an average salary package of INR 12 Lacs per annum. The highest salary package offered was INR 30 Lacs per annum. Some of the top companies that recruit from NID Vijaywada include Adobe, Amazon, Google, Infosys, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Oracle, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), SAP, Microsoft, Wipro, and L&T.