Foundation Program in Fashion Design at NIFD Global Pune

If you are looking at Foundation Program in Fashion Design, NIFD Global Pune in Pune runs it as a 1-3 year, full-time undergraduate course. The total fee on record is ₹1 lakh – ₹4.95 lakh.

At its core, the programme covers design thinking, drawing, materials and digital tools, built around a portfolio of studio projects.

NIFD Global Pune is a private institute, founded in 2009. This page brings together what is on record for this course at NIFD Global Pune — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most Diploma 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 NIFD Global Pune for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to Diploma programmes at NIFD Global Pune as a group.

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Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with NIFD Global Pune before you pay anything.

To be considered for Foundation Program in Fashion Design, you usually need Class 12 in any stream.

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 NIFD Global Pune's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

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 NIFD Global Pune on its website (nifdglobal.com) 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.

NIFD Global Pune runs 7 Diploma specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• Specialization Program in Fashion Design
• Diploma in Makeup and Hair Design
• Foundation Program in Interior Design
• Specialization Program in Interior Design
• Advance Program in Interior Design
• Advance Program in Fashion Design

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 1-3 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹1 lakh – ₹4.95 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 NIFD Global Pune compare with other colleges offering Diploma in and around Pune?