Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology at NAFDI School of Fashion Design

If you are looking at Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology, NAFDI School of Fashion Design runs it as a 1-year, full-time diploma course.

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

NAFDI School of Fashion Design is a private institute. This page brings together what is on record for this course at NAFDI School of Fashion Design — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most UGD 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.

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

NAFDI School of Fashion Design has not published a fee for Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 1 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

To be considered for Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology, 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 NAFDI School of Fashion Design'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 NAFDI School of Fashion Design 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.

NAFDI School of Fashion Design runs 2 UGD specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• UG Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology

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

• Are you genuinely interested in design thinking? You will spend 1 year on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does NAFDI School of Fashion Design compare with other colleges offering UGD?