The Bachelor of Design in Textile Design (B.Des) program provides a comprehensive insight into the art and science of textile design. This dynamic course highlights the entire garment manufacturing process from concept to production, equipping students with the skills to design innovative sustainable garments.
The course covers a variety of topics including textile structures, dyeing techniques, printmaking and material manipulation. Students gain hands-on experience in a textile lab experimenting with a variety of materials and technologies. The emphasis is on traditional craftsmanship and advanced digital design tools.
Stage | Key Steps | Tips |
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Pre-Application | Research colleges, choose entrance exams (if applicable), and prepare your portfolio. | Attend workshops, practice drawing and design skills regularly, and experiment with textile techniques. |
Application | Fill online or offline application forms for desired colleges and entrance exams. | Meet deadlines, double-check your information, and ensure document uploads are correct. |
Entrance Exam & Results | Appear for chosen entrance exams (if applicable) and patiently await results. | Stay calm, manage your time effectively during the exam, and analyze your performance afterward. |
Portfolio Presentation | Be prepared to showcase your work confidently through presentations, interviews, or studio tests. | Highlight your artistic vision, technical skills, and unique design perspective. |
Studio Test/Personal Interview | Some colleges might conduct studio tests or interviews to assess your design skills and creative potential. | Practice solving design problems creatively, articulate your thought process clearly, and show enthusiasm for textile design. |
Selection & Counselling | Based on entrance scores, portfolio, and interview performance, receive admission offers and participate in counselling. | Research college facilities, faculty expertise, and career support networks before making your final decision. |
Registration & Fee Payment | Complete registration formalities and pay required fees to secure your seat. | Submit documents accurately and meet payment deadlines to avoid cancellation. |
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Basic Computer Skills:
1. UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design):
2. NID DAT (National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test):
3. JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch.):
Syllabus Component | Brief Description |
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Design Fundamentals: | Introduces core design principles like composition, color theory, and visual communication, laying the foundation for textile design applications. |
Drawing & Illustration: | Develops observational and technical drawing skills, essential for visualizing and sketching textile concepts and patterns. |
Textile Materials & Technology: | Explores the properties and processing methods of diverse textile fibers, yarns, fabrics, and finishes. |
Textile Design Techniques: | Delves into various handloom and power loom weaving techniques, printing processes, embroidery methods, and surface embellishment techniques. |
Computer-Aided Design (CAD): | Equips students with software skills for digital textile design, pattern development, and simulation. |
Textile Coloration & Chemistry: | Covers dyeing and printing techniques, color chemistry, and sustainability considerations in textile coloration. |
Textile Product Design: | Focuses on designing functional and aesthetic textile products like garments, home textiles, and technical textiles. |
Textile Marketing & Retail: | Provides insights into textile industry trends, branding, merchandising, and marketing strategies for textile products. |
Textile Sustainability: | Emphasizes sustainable practices in textile design, production, and consumption, including eco-friendly materials and processes. |
Professional Practice: | Prepares students for professional careers in textile design through portfolio development, resume writing, and job search strategies. |
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College Name | Location | Fees (per Annum) (INR) |
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National Institute of Design (NID) - Jorhat | Jorhat, Assam | 50,000 - 80,000 |
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) - Delhi | New Delhi, Delhi NCR | 2.71 lakh |
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) - Chennai | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | 1.67 lakh |
Government College of Fine Arts & Crafts (GCFA) | Kolkata, West Bengal | 5,000 - 10,000 |
College of Art & Design, Hyderabad | Hyderabad, Telangana | 15,000 - 25,000 |
Government College of Applied Art & Crafts, Chandigarh | Chandigarh, Punjab | 5,000 - 10,000 |
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda - Faculty of Fine Arts | Vadodara, Gujarat | 10,000 - 15,000 |
College of Visual Arts, Kerala | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala | 5,000 - 10,000 |
Chitrakala Parishath College of Fine Arts | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 10,000 - 15,000 |
Srishti School of Design (SSD) - Bangalore Campus | Bangalore, Karnataka | 30,000 - 60,000 |
College Name | Location | Fees (per Annum) (INR) |
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Pearl Academy | Jaipur, Delhi, Bangalore, Noida, Ahmedabad | 2.5 lakh - 5 lakh |
Wigan & Leigh University Centre (India) | Bangalore | 2.5 lakh - 3.5 lakh |
ISDI (International School of Design & Innovation) | Mumbai, Pune | 2 lakh - 4 lakh |
World School of Design | Gurgaon, Noida | 1.5 lakh - 2.5 lakh |
JD Institute of Design | Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata | 1.2 lakh - 2.8 lakh |
NIFTTEA (National Institute of Fashion Technology - Textile Education and Research Academy) | New Delhi | 1.5 lakh - 2.5 lakh |
Arena Animation | Multiple Locations | 1 lakh - 2 lakh |
Wigan & Leigh University Centre (India) | Bangalore | 2.5 lakh - 3.5 lakh |
Anupam Kher School of Design | Noida | 80,000 - 1.5 lakh |
Whistling Woods International Institute | Mumbai | 1 lakh - 1.2 lakh |
College Name | Location | Average CTC (INR) |
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National Institute of Design (NID) - Jorhat | Jorhat, Assam | 5 - 7 lakhs |
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) - Delhi | New Delhi, Delhi NCR | 4 - 5.5 lakhs |
Pearl Academy | Jaipur, Delhi, Bangalore, Noida, Ahmedabad | 3.5 - 5 lakhs |
ISDI (International School of Design & Innovation) | Mumbai, Pune | 3 - 4.5 lakhs |
NIFTTEA (National Institute of Fashion Technology - Textile Education and Research Academy) | New Delhi | 3 - 3.5 lakhs |
Specialization | Average Salary (per Annum) |
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Textile Design | 4 lakhs |
Textile Product Design | 4.75 lakhs |
Knitwear Design | 4 lakhs |
Textile Printing & Dyeing | 3.75 lakhs |
Sustainable Textile Design | 4.25 lakhs |
Textile Research & Development | 4.5 lakhs |