B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University: overview

Institute of Design, Nirma University offers B.Des. in Communication Design as a 4-year undergraduate degree. There are 40 seats in each batch. Fees for the full course come to ₹16.14 lakh (roughly ₹4.04 lakh a year).

Expect to spend most of your time on design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects.

Institute of Design, Nirma University is a private institute, founded in 2017. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Institute of Design, Nirma University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

What you study in B.Des. in Communication Design

Most B.Des programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects. Typical first jobs: designer roles in product, fashion, communication or UX. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Institute of Design, Nirma University for the current semester-wise plan.

B.Des. in Communication Design fees at Institute of Design, Nirma University

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Des programmes at Institute of Design, Nirma University as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹16.14 lakh
Tuition fee₹15.6 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹4.04 lakh

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Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Institute of Design, Nirma University before you pay anything.

B.Des. in Communication Design eligibility

To get into B.Des. in Communication Design, you usually need Class 12 in any stream. The minimum marks on record at Institute of Design, Nirma University are: X: 0.0, XII: 50.0, Graduation: 0.0.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through UCEED, NID DAT and NIFT. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Institute of Design, Nirma University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take UCEED, NID DAT and NIFT and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to Institute of Design, Nirma University or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

B.Des. in Communication Design placements at Institute of Design, Nirma University

For B.Des. in Communication Design specifically, the average salary on record is ₹6.5 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Other B.Des specialisations at Institute of Design, Nirma University

Institute of Design, Nirma University runs 2 B.Des specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:

Is B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 4 years on it.
  • Can you manage ₹16.14 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
  • What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
  • How does Institute of Design, Nirma University compare with other colleges offering B.Des?

B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University?

The total fee on record for B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University is ₹16.14 lakh, about ₹4.04 lakh a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University?

B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University is a 4-year full-time undergraduate course.

How many seats are there in B.Des. in Communication Design at Institute of Design, Nirma University?

Institute of Design, Nirma University has 40 seats in B.Des. in Communication Design each year.

What is the eligibility for B.Des. in Communication Design?

You usually need Class 12 in any stream. Admission is usually through UCEED, NID DAT and NIFT. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

Which other B.Des specialisations does Institute of Design, Nirma University offer?

Besides B.Des. in Communication Design, Institute of Design, Nirma University offers B.Des. in Product and Interaction Design.

Is Institute of Design, Nirma University a government or private college?

Institute of Design, Nirma University is a private institute, founded in 2017.