CREO Valley, established in 2013 and affiliated with Bengaluru City University, specializes in creative disciplines such as Design, Film Making, and Photography. The institute offers a range of UG, PG, and Diploma programs with an annual intake of ~180 seats across major courses. Admission is primarily merit-based, with some programs considering entrance scores like Karnataka 2nd PUC or CBSE 12th. The total fee for UG courses ranges from INR 1,75,000–10,00,000, while PG programs are typically around INR 5,00,000. The application process is conducted online, and the window generally opens from April–June each year.
CREO Valley Admission Deadlines
CREO Valley opens its application window for most programs in April and typically closes by June for the academic year starting in July/August. The application fee is usually in the range of INR 1,000–1,200. Early application is recommended as some programs may have rolling admissions or close once seats are filled. Admission notifications and merit lists are released in June–July.
Event | Dates (2025) |
Application Window (UG & PG) | April–June 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | June 2025 |
Merit List/Admission Offer | June–July 2025 |
Session Commencement | July/August 2025 |
Application Fee | INR 1,000–1,200 |
CREO Valley UG Admission
Undergraduate admissions at CREO Valley are offered in creative domains such as B.Sc. in Animation, Film Making, Photography, and Design. The annual intake for UG programs is approximately 120–150 seats across all streams. Eligibility generally requires passing 10+2 (Karnataka 2nd PUC or CBSE 12th) with a minimum aggregate of 50%. Selection is primarily merit-based, though some courses may consider entrance or portfolio review. UG tuition fees range from INR 1,75,000–10,00,000 for the full program, depending on specialization.
Course | Duration | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Total Fees (INR) | Seats |
B.Sc. (Animation/Film Making/Photography/Design) | 3 years | 10+2 (50% aggregate) | Merit/Entrance/Portfolio | 1,75,000–10,00,000 | 120–150 |
UG Diploma (Design/Film/Photography) | 1–2 years | 10+2 | Merit | NA | NA |
CREO Valley PG Admission
CREO Valley offers postgraduate programs such as M.Des and MBA/PGDM in creative and management fields. The typical intake for PG courses is around 30–40 seats per batch. Eligibility requires a bachelor’s degree (minimum 50%) in a relevant discipline. Selection is based on merit and may include a portfolio or personal interview for design streams. The total fee for PG programs is approximately INR 5,00,000.
Course | Duration | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Total Fees (INR) | Seats |
M.Des (Design/Animation/Film) | 2 years | Bachelor’s (50%) | Merit/Portfolio/Interview | 5,00,000 | 30–40 |
MBA/PGDM (Creative Management) | 2 years | Bachelor’s (50%) | Merit/Interview | 5,00,000 | NA |
CREO Valley PhD Admission
PhD admissions at CREO Valley are currently limited, with research opportunities primarily in Design, Media, and Creative Arts. The number of seats is highly restricted, typically 2–5 per year, and admissions are conducted as per Bengaluru City University or JNTE CSD guidelines. Eligibility requires a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks. Selection is based on entrance test, interview, and research proposal. Fee details for PhD programs are NA due to limited public disclosure.
Course | Duration | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Total Fees (INR) | Seats |
PhD (Design/Media/Arts) | 3–5 years | Master’s (55%) | Entrance/Interview/Proposal | NA | 2–5 |
CREO Valley Application Process
The CREO Valley application process is fully online and typically opens in April each year. Applicants must fill out the official form, upload required documents, and pay a non-refundable fee of INR 1,000–1,200. Selection is based on eligibility and merit, with some programs requiring a portfolio or interview. Admission offers are sent via email, and selected candidates must confirm their seat by paying the initial fee deposit.
Visit the official CREO Valley website
Fill out the online application form
Upload academic documents and portfolio (if required)
Pay the application fee online
Download and print the completed application for records
Step | Description |
1 | Online registration on official portal |
2 | Form filling and document upload |
3 | Application fee payment (INR 1,000–1,200) |
4 | Submission and printout of application |
5 | Merit/portfolio review and admission offer |
