PGDesign

Master of Design

M.Des.

A PG programme in Design.

Duration

2 years

Degree Level

Admission Route

NID DAT · UCEED

varies by institution

Colleges Available

Overview

Course Overview

What is this course?

A PG programme in Design.

Who should choose it?

Suited for students with a strong interest in Design and problem-solving.

Course Duration

2 years

Entry

Eligibility & Admission

12th Standard Requirement

B.Des./B.Tech with design background, CEED qualified

Admission Pathways

Routes differ by institution and counselling system. None of these applies to every college.

NID DAT / UCEED

National Institute of Design, IITs and centrally funded institutes

DAT / UCEED score

Institution level

Private design schools and universities

Portfolio, their own test or merit

Always confirm current rules, quotas and dates with the official counselling authority.

Colleges

Colleges Offering This Course

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Skills

Key Skills You'll Build

AutoCADAdobe Creative SuiteSolidWorksRhino 3DPrototypingHuman-Centered Design

Careers

Career Opportunities

Industrial Designer
UX/UI Designer
Automotive Stylist
Product Design Lead
Graphic Design Specialist
Design Researcher

Salary

Indicative Salary Range

Indicative ranges only — not guaranteed.

Fresher (0–2 yrs)

₹4.0 – 6.5 LPA

Experienced (5+ yrs)

₹12 – 25 LPA

Salary varies by employer, location, skills and experience. Figures are indicative estimates, not guaranteed outcomes.

Demand

Hiring Sectors

High demand in Chennai and Coimbatore, specifically within automotive giants like Ashok Leyland and tech firms like Zoho for design-led roles.

Automotive - ChennaiIT/Software Services - Chennai/CoimbatoreManufacturing - HosurTextiles - TirupurConsumer Electronics - Sriperumbudur

Sector presence indicates hiring activity, not exact demand levels.

Fees

Indicative Fees

Indicative Fee Range

₹50,000 – ₹4,00,000/yr

Varies by institution, quota and academic year.

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