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Master of Design (M.Des.) 

  • Public/Government Institute
  • Estd. 1986

Master of Design (M.Des.)
 at 
NIFT Bangalore 
Overview

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Total Tuition Fees

5.86 Lakh

Official Website

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Seat breakup

38

Type of University

Public/Government,Autonomous

Master of Design (M.Des.)
 at 
NIFT Bangalore 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
5.86 Lakh
1.88 Lakh
21,300
7.96 Lakh
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Master of Design (M.Des.)
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NIFT Bangalore 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Is it worth joining NIFT Bangalore?

A: 

NIFT Bangalore is one of the top fashion institutes in India. The institute conducts placements drive. A placement schedule is released every year to confirm students regarding the placements drive. As per the verified Shiksha reviews, the highest and average package offered in the 2021 placements drive was INR 5 LPA and INR 3 LPA, respectively. Some of the top companies that recruit from this institute are Bata India Ltd., Decathlon, H&M, Nalli, etc. For updates regarding placements at NIFT Bangalore,  click here. Moreover, candidates can also check out more Fashion Design Colleges in Bangalore.

Q:   Are there any seat reservations at NIFT, Bengaluru?

A: 

Yes, there are seat reservations in NIFT Bangalore.NIFT reserves certain seats for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/GEN-EWS and PwD category. Approximately 27% students seat are reserved in NIFT Bangalore, and all these criteria are as per the rules of GOI and student ministry. For further updates, one can check the pdfs uploaded by NIFT all around. 

Q:   Are admissions open in NIFT, Bengaluru?

A: 

Yes, admissions are open at NIFT Bangalore. Here is some information about the admission process at NIFT Bangalore:

  • Admissions to UG and PG courses at NIFT Bangalore are based on candidates' performance in the NIFT entrance exam
  • The NIFT entrance exam consists of the General Ability Test (GAT), Creative Ability Test (CAT), Situation Test or Group Discussion, and Personal Interview.
  • Candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria before applying to NIFT Bangalore.
  • After applying, candidates must participate in the counseling procedure, and admission is granted following the verification of documents and payment of fees.
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Q:   What is the required score for MDes at the National Institute of Fashion Technology Bangalore?

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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Bangalore offers a Master of Design (M.Des) program. Admissions to the M.Des program at NIFT Bangalore are based on candidates’ performance in the NIFT entrance exam. This exam comprises the General Ability Test (GAT), Creative Ability Test (CAT), Situation Test or Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. The last closing rank for admission in MDes in the year 2021 was 58 and in the year 2022 was 74.

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Q:   What is the application fee for various courses at NIFT Bangalore?

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The application fee for UG and PG courses offered at NIFT Bangalore is INR 3,000 (General category) and INR 1,500 (reserved category), respectively. Candidates can pay the application fees through credit card/debit card/net banking. The application fee shall be submitted within the due date or the application is not submitted successfully.

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Master of Design (M.Des.)
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NIFT Bangalore 
Entry Requirements

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Master of Design (M.Des.)
 at 
NIFT Bangalore 
Admission Process

  • Entrance Test
  • Group Discussion & Personal Interview (GDPI)
  • Final Selection

Master of Design (M.Des.)
 at 
NIFT Bangalore 
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Students also asked

Q:   What is the fee for M.Des at NIFT Bangalore?

A: 

Well, for Indian citizen it 1.7 Lacs per semester and INR 3,50,000 - 4,00,000/- Per year (including 2 semester) and for NRI it is around 9,00,000/- per year as per 2022-23. You can see more details on there official page.The fee for the Master of Design (M.Des) program at NIFT Bangalore is Rs 5.86 Lakh for the entire course. This fee includes a one-time payment that consists of a security deposit (refundable) and a registration fee of Rs 21,300. The course duration is 2 years (Full Time).

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Q:   How many students can do M.Des at NIFT Bangalore?

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According to the data a total of 43 seats are there in NIFT Bangalore in a year.The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Bangalore offers a Master of Design (M.Des.) program that prepares graduates for key positions in large fashion, design, or corporate houses in areas such as craft, textiles, special needs, publications, media, lifestyle products, graphics, user experience design, curation of exhibitions and cultural festivals, as well as developmental sector, publication, media writing and design, user-centered design, and research and development in government and private sectors. The program is two years long and requires an undergraduate degree in any discipline from any institute or university recognized by law in India or an undergraduate diploma of minimum three years duration from NIFT or NID. The total tuition fees for the program are INR 5.86 Lakh

 
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Q:   Is M.Des at NIFT Bangalore better than Pearl Academy Bengaluru?

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When you're comparing M.Des programs at NIFT Bangalore and Pearl Academy Bengaluru, it's like picking between two good options. But I will go with NIFT for sure! It has better recognition and vast placement opportunities. The statutory institute was set up in 1986 under the aegis of Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.When comparing M.Des programs at NIFT Bangalore and Pearl Academy Bengaluru, both are good options. However, NIFT is a national institute that provides more exposure and advantages, and offers a better alumni base than Pearl Academy. NIFT is recognized worldwide and offers immense exposure and internships, which help students to know the real situation. The faculty at NIFT is highly experienced, which helps in better industry exposure. Pearl Academy is considered one of the best fashion designing colleges in Delhi. Therefore, it depends on individual preferences and priorities when choosing between the two institutions.

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Q:   What's the procedure to get inside the NIFT Bangalore to pursue my Masters (MDes)?

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The NIFT Bangalore MDes admission process is a multistep process that all the aspirants needs to follow. To begin with, the candidates must check the eligibility and selection criteria of the MDes mentioned below:

Course

Eligibility Criteria

Selection criteria

MDes

Graduation in any discipline from a recognised Institute

or

UG Diploma of minimum three years from NID or NIFT

NIFT Entrance Exam+ Personal Interview

Now, the candidates who matches the NIFT Bangalore MDes eligibility criteria have to visit the official website of NIFT to register their candidature and then appear for NIFT Entrance exam.

Further, the candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the NIFT Entrance exam. Shortlisted candidates are then invited for the personal interview round.   

The final admission offers are given considering candidate's performance in the selection rounds. The table below shows the weightage assigned to each component considered before giving final admission offers:

ComponentWeightage
GAT30% 
CAT40%
Personal Interview30%

The selected candidates can further confirm their seats by paying the admission confirmation fee.

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Q:   What is the fees for MDes at NIFT Delhi?

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The total fee includes various fee components, such as tuition fee, security deposit, etc. A few of these components are one-time chargeable, while some have to be paid annually/semesterly. Candidates can refer to the below table for NIFT Delhi MDes fee breakup:

Course NameOne-Time FeeTuition FeeHostel Fee
MDesINR 27,200INR 5.9 lakhINR 2.21 lakh

NOTE: The aforementioned fee amount is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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Master of Design (M.Des.)
 at 
NIFT Bangalore 

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Answered 5 years ago

No, you can't do MDes. as your eligibility doesn't fulfill the category for M.Des. For doing M.Des you need to have either a B.Des or B.Ftech degree. You can undergo a B.Des degree and then M.Des but as per your qualification i.e. Diploma in apparel manufacturing technology won't help you to get an

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Answered 7 years ago

Hi Carelin, There are numerous question papers that you can find online regarding the entrance exams. There are also a few preparatory books you can find online (the one I personally used for B.Des was by the publisher Arihant). Work on your creative skills and general aptitude skills. Good luck.

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Manjima Roy

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Master of Design (M.Des.)
 at 
NIFT Bangalore 
Contact Information

Address

No. 21st, 16th Cross Street
27th Main Road, Sector 1

Bangalore ( Karnataka)

Phone
08022552555

(For general query)

8792314033

(For admission query)

Email
ce.bengaluru@nift.ac.in

(For admission query)

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