International School of Design (INSD) is a world class institute based in Delhi. It is approved by University Grants Commission (UGC) and is affiliated to Himalayan Garhwal University (HGU). INSD has been awarded Best Design College in India by Center for Education Growth and Research (CEGR), 2022. 

The institute offers UG, PG, and Diploma Courses in Interior Designing, Fashion Designing, Jewellery, Graphics & Animation.

INSD has achieved a 100% internship & placement over 30 partners. It has high academic standards and has set an exemplary example in leadership by their outstanding performance in several events like New York Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, and others. 

“Paris Project” and “Masterclass Delhi” are some well-known projects associated with the institute.

Apart from these, INSD is also a Limca Book of Record holder for “Longest Necklace in India.” INSD has also been awarded the national award for “The Best Designing School” in India by the government of India.

INSD College Highlights

INSD is a premiere design Institute in India offering Courses in Interior Designing, Fashion Designing and others. It is located in Delhi and is recognized by UGC. Following are the major highlights of this college.

Established | Institute Type 2011 | Private
Affiliated To Himalayan Garhwal University
Approved By UGC
Mode of Course Full-time
Gender Intake Co-Ed
Courses Offered 29 Courses across 5 Streams
Popular Courses Bachelors & Masters
Application Mode Online/Offline
Top Recruiters Marks & Spencer, P C Chandra Jewellers
Campus Type Urban
Facilities Available Design Labs, Workshops, Studios
Official Website https://insd.edu.in/

INSD Awards and Achievement Table

INSD has consistently been an achiever in its respective field. It has made an impact globally. Below-mentioned are the awards received by the institute:

  • Awarded Fastest Growing Design Institute in India 2023 by Honourable Higher Education Minister (UP), Shri Yogendra Upadhyaya 
  • Awarded Best Design Institute India 2022 by AICTE General Secretary
  • Awarded by SiliconIndia International College of the Year 2021
  • Awarded Best Design College India 2018 by CEGR
  • Awarded for Academic Excellence by The External Affairs Ministry 2015

In the year 2020, INSD made a Limca World Record for the “longest necklace in India”. Here is the list of other achievements by the institute: 

Body Achievement Year
Limca Book of Records Longest Necklace in India 2020
World Education & Skill Conclave “The Best Designing School” in India 2017
National Award (Govt. of India) Best Design School in India 2017
INSD “Think Design” at India Runway Week 2016

INSD Courses

INSD offers UG and PG courses in various designing related fields like Interior, Fashion, and Jewellery. Apart from full-time degree courses, diploma course are also available. Duration for UG courses is 3-4 years, and PG courses have a duration of 2 years. Admissions are made on merit basis.

Course Degree Details
Bachelors B.Sc

Subjects: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Textile Design, Animation Design
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Intermediate passed from any recognized Board.
B.Des Subjects: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Textile Design, Animation Design, UI/UX Design
Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: Intermediate passed from any recognized Board.
Masters MBA Subject: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Textile Design, Animation Design
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
M.Design
Advance Diploma - Subject: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Textile Design, Animation Design
Duration: 2 Year
Eligibility: Intermediate passed from any recognized Board.
Diploma - Subject: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Textile Design, Animation Design, UI/UX Design
Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: Intermediate passed from any recognized Board.
UG Diploma - Subject: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Textile Design, Animation Design
Duration: 3 Year
Eligibility: Intermediate passed from any recognized Board.
PG Diploma - Subject: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Textile Design, Animation Design
Duration: 1.5 Year
Specialized Course (Master’s in Luxury Brand Management) - Subject: Luxury Brand Management
Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.

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INSD Admissions

INSD offers B. Des. in several streams like Fashion Designing, Interior Designing, etc. It also offers Diploma Courses to the interested Students after Matriculation or Intermediate. All the courses are held on the campus. Duration ranges from 1 year in Diploma to 3 years in B. Des. 

How to Apply?

  1. Registration can be made both online/offline.
  2. For offline mode, application form is attached with the Prospectus of the College.
  3. Payment for Registration Fee has to be done.
  4. Admission is confirmed when Tuition Fee is paid for the required Course.
  5. Attested photocopies of all the necessary certificates/score cards along with 4 Passport Size photographs is required.
  6. Recognition Fee for Board, and Examination Fee are other fees that have to be deposited whenever demanded.

NOTE: Fees are subjected to change as per the decisions by the College.

INSD PG & Advance Diploma Course Admissions

  1. Des. and Advance Diploma Courses are extended by INSD to interested and capable Students. Eligibility is Graduation/Matriculation from a recognized University/Board. Course duration is 2 years for M. Des. and 1.5 years for Advanced Diploma. 

How to Apply?

  1. Registration can be made both online/offline.
  2. For offline mode, application form is attached with the Prospectus of the College.
  3. Payment for Registration Fee has to be done.
  4. Admission is confirmed when Tuition Fee is paid for the required Course.
  5. Attested photocopies of all the necessary certificates/score cards along with 4 Passport Size photographs is required.
  6. Recognition Fee for Board, and Examination Fee are other fees that have to be deposited whenever demanded.

NOTE: Fees are subjected to change as per the decisions by the College.

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INSD Placements

INSD provides almost 100% internship opportunities to its Students. Several reputed Companies like Tanishq accept the students of INSD as its intern. It totally depends on the Students’ hard work and skills whether they are able to retain their job or not. Following table highlights the placement scenario of the College.

Internship Percentage 100%
Placement Cell Available
Career Counselling Available
Major Recruiters Tanishq
Marks & Spencer
Benetton
Internship Stipend INR. 5000 - 15000/- per month

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INSD Scholarships

INSD provides scholarships to its meritorious students depending on the passion of the Students, and not on the marks only. All the deserving and needy students can get the Scholarship from the Institution. Following table highlights the Scholarships provided by the Institute.

Scholarship Criteria
L. V. Saptarishi Scholarship 25% financial assistance to Students who cannot afford the Fee. Available up to 100 Students only.
Diversity of Geography and Profiles Scholarship Available to NRIs and Foreign Nationals.
INSD Academic Excellence Offered to Candidates scoring well in School Education, or scoring marks close to NIFT entrance exam cut-off.

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INSD Facilities

INSD extends several facilities to make the learning of the students interactive and more fun. Institute stays up to date with respect to changing trends and technologies. It ensures an all-round development of its Students. Following are the major facilities by the college:-

  • Library – With a plethora of books for Students to read, and understand.
  • Design Labs – To provide students with a proper environment to have hands-on-experience.
  • Studios – To give students a real life experience.
  • Workshops – Helping the Students in understanding specific challenges of the Industry.
  • Equipment – which are must-haves for a Designing Student.
  • Computer Lab – for simulation of their designs and to make them able for a multi-dimensional approach.
  • Laboratories – for experiments they require before proper implementation of the skills they have gathered.
  • Classrooms – Fully AC classrooms to ensure that students aren’t distracted due to unfavourable climate.

INSD Faculty

INSD provides a world class faculty from all around the world. The methodology adopted by the faculty members is highly appreciated by its Students, and the focus is mainly on developing the skills of the students. As per the review by students on Collegedunia, Faculty has been rated 10/10 indicating likeability of the teaching staff.

Tours, and Shows are also organized which gives the students a chance to showcase their talent on a global platform. This imparts a feeling of confidence among them. Overall, teaching is considered as a strong point of INSD.

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INSD FAQs

Ques. Is INSD a private Institution?

Ans. Yes. INSD is a private institute imparting knowledge on Designing Courses.

Ques. Does INSD have a placement cell?

Ans. Yes, INSD has a placement cell that takes care of the internships being taken up by the students.

Ques. Does INSD provide any Scholarship?

Ans. INSD provides 3 scholarships on different criteria.
  1. L. V. Saptarishi Scholarship – 25% financial assistance to needy Students.
  2. Diversity of Geography and Profiles Scholarship – to foreign nationals and NRIs.
  3. INSD Academic Excellence – to outstanding performer in School Examination or a candidate having a NIFT entrance exam score close to its cut-off.

Ques. On what basis are the admissions made in INSD?

Ans. Admissions in INSD are merit-based to the eligible candidates.

Ques. What facilities are provided by INSD to its Students?

Ans. INSD provides its students AC Classrooms, Library, Studio, design studio, a wi-fi campus, and many other facilities.