B.Des Admissions

B.Des. is a full-time undergraduate degree taught in the field of design. The 4-year B.Des degree course is offered in different types of specialisations. It helps students in understanding the theoretical aspect of design elements and their practical application in numerous fields.

The Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) degree equips one with design techniques and skills and also the usage of innovative tools useful in this field. The coursework combines the latest tech innovation with integral designing methodologies to help students make the best use of their expertise. The evolution in B.Des. has resulted in new specialisations which are highly advanced such as Game Design, Graphics & Communication Design, Animation & VFX and more.

Based on the specialisation that you choose with your UPES B.Des. course, you can explore a plethora of opportunities in sectors such as corporate houses, and media companies or be an entrepreneur with your own fashion house. The university also has a high rate of placement as it has been tied up with big names such as TCS, Infosys Limited, Royal Enfield, Hettich, Siemens Technology Services and many more. 

There are numerous job profiles that you can pick from depending on personal interests and skill sets. Each comes with a promising future and a lucrative pay package. Interested students can also further enhance their chances of getting a senior job role by pursuing a master's in the same field. Here are some roles that B.Des. degree holders can easily pursue:

• Graphic Designer
• Textile Designer
• Costume Designer
• Weaving Consultant
• Fashion Merchandiser

• Sports - International level playing fields
• Food Options - Multi cuisine food options
• Library - 200,000 Publications
• Advanced Labs - With State-of-the-art facilities
• Medical Facility - 24x7 team of doctors
• Transport Facility - Safe and Secure buses
• Auditorium - 3 world-class auditoriums
• Secured Campus - Round-the-clock monitoring by guards and CCTV

Exam Pathway: Online UPESDAT

• Minimum 50% marks in class Xth and class XII.
• Followed by an interview and portfolio presentation.

Non-Exam Pathway:

• Board Merit: Minimum 60% marks in class Xth and class XII.
• Minimum 50% marks in class X and XII with valid JEE Mains/ CUET/ UCEED/ NID/ NIFT scores.
• The above eligible students are directly invited to interview and portfolio presentation

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UPES offers 7 different specialisations in B.Des. courses which are Game Design, Animation & VFX, Graphics & Communication Design, User Experience & Interaction Design, Product Design, Interior & Retail Space Design and Mobility & Vehicle Design.

UPES has a record of 90%+ placement and ensures good opportunities for students as it attracts many big corporate houses.

The university boasts of a robust and efficient career services department. It's partnership with industries ensures that the students have adequate exposure and quickly get absorbed into professional roles upon completing their studies. UPES focuses on developing a world-class pool of young and talented professionals equipped to hit the ground running in their respective fields.

Bachelor of Design is a creative 4-year undergraduate design course that aims to place students in the world of design. Here, students learn how to create and implement a design in various domains like graphic designing, interior designing etc.

To be eligible for admission to the B.Des. course, candidates need a minimum of 50% marks in Classes X and XII in any stream.

For admission in the B.Des. program, the candidates need to score relevant marks in UPES’s School of Design entrance exam ‘UPESDAT’. Candidates can also have a relevant score in national-level exams like Board Merit/NID/ NIFT/ UCEED/ JEE/ CUET. The candidates can also choose the non-exam pathway based on board merit. The process is then followed by a portfolio presentation and a final interview.

For the admission process, candidates have to submit their Aadhaar card number and PAN card number (including their parents’ PAN number) along with their original academic records.

Interested candidates can apply online by clicking on Apply Now or offline at the admission office by paying the application form fee of Rs. 1750/-

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The program will begin with the commencement of PEP (Personality Enhancement program) for students to develop a positive outlook and gain several skills necessary for their time at the university. The university will also assist the students in grabbing the best internship opportunities. The students will also be offered pre-placement boot camp for the students for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) training for their upcoming placements.

Studying Bachelor of Design opens up numerous job opportunities for students willing to become professional designers in various fields and sectors like interior design, fashion design, visual merchandise, product design, industrial design etc.

Yes, hostel facility is provided by the University. Residential blocks have been earmarked for limited on-campus accommodation (on first come, first serve basis), separately for boys and girls on triple sharing basis. Students wishing to avail hostel facility (on-campus) will need to deposit fee in advance.

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