The Indian Institute of Fashion and Design, Mohali is a private institute located in Mohali, Punjab, established in 2004. Affiliated and accredited by the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), European League of Institutes of the Arts (ELIA), Association of Designers of India (ADI), and Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID), it is recognized for its industry-driven curriculum and international collaborations. The campus offers UG, PG, diploma, and advanced diploma programs in Fashion, Textile, and Interior Design, with a student strength of approximately 300–400 annually. Notable accolades include being ranked 8th among Top Design Colleges in India (IIRF 2024) and receiving the Best Design College 2024 award at the Eduleaders Summit.
Indian Institute of Fashion and Design, Mohali Admission Deadlines
Admissions at IIFD Mohali typically open in April and close by June 30 each year, with most UG and PG programs accepting applications for the 2025–26 cycle during this window. The application process is conducted online, and merit-based shortlisting is standard for most courses. Entrance exams like CAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, XAT are required for MBA admissions, with indicative cutoffs in the 60–75 percentile range. Application fees are usually INR 1,000–1,200 per program.
|
Program |
Application Window |
Entrance Exam |
Cutoff/Criteria |
Application Fee |
|
UG (B.Des, B.Sc) |
April–June 2025 |
Merit (10+2) |
Min. 50% in 10+2 |
INR 1,000–1,200 |
|
PG (MBA, M.Sc, MFA) |
April–June 2025 |
CAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA/XAT |
60–75 percentile |
INR 1,000–1,200 |
|
Diploma/Advanced Diploma |
April–June 2025 |
Merit (10+2 or Graduation) |
Min. 50% in qualifying exam |
INR 1,000–1,200 |
Indian Institute of Fashion and Design, Mohali UG Admission
Undergraduate admissions at IIFD Mohali are open for B.Des and B.Sc programs in Fashion Design, Textile Design, and Interior Design, with a total intake of approximately 75 seats per stream. The selection is merit-based, requiring a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 from a recognized board. The total fee for UG programs ranges from INR 6–8 Lakh for the full course. Scholarships are available for academic excellence, with waivers up to 50% for top performers.
|
Course |
Specialization |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Total Fees |
Scholarships |
|
B.Des |
Fashion Design, Textile Design, Interior Design |
~75 per stream |
10+2, min. 50% |
INR 6–8 Lakh |
Merit up to 50% |
|
B.Sc |
Fashion Design, Textile Design, Interior Design |
~75 per stream |
10+2, min. 50% |
INR 6–8 Lakh |
Merit up to 50% |
|
Diploma |
Fashion Design, Interior Design, Textile Design |
~50 |
10+2 |
INR 1.5–2 Lakh |
NA |
|
Foundation Diploma |
General Design |
~50 |
Class 10 |
INR 1–1.5 Lakh |
NA |
Indian Institute of Fashion and Design, Mohali PG Admission
Postgraduate programs at IIFD Mohali include MBA, M.Sc, and MFA in Fashion, Textile, and Interior Design, each with an intake of about 35 seats per program. Admission to the MBA program requires valid scores in CAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, or XAT, with cutoffs typically in the 60–75 percentile range. For M.Sc and MFA, a relevant bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks is mandatory. Total fees for PG programs range from INR 3–5 Lakh. Scholarships are available for academic and extracurricular excellence.
Course | Specialization | Seats | Eligibility | Entrance Exam | Total Fees | Scholarships |
MBA | Fashion Design, Management | ~35 | Bachelor’s, min. 50% | CAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA/XAT | INR 3–5 Lakh | Merit up to 50% |
M.Sc | Fashion Design, Textile Design, Interior Design | ~35 | Bachelor’s, min. 50% | Merit | INR 3–5 Lakh | Merit up to 50% |
MFA | Fine Arts | ~35 | Bachelor’s, min. 50% | Merit | INR 3–5 Lakh | Merit up to 50% |
Advanced Diploma | Fashion Design, Interior Design, Textile Design, Garment Manufacturing | ~50 | Bachelor’s degree | Merit | INR 1.5–2 Lakh | NA |
Indian Institute of Fashion and Design, Mohali Application Process
The application process for IIFD Mohali is conducted entirely online via the official portal. Applicants must register, fill out the form, upload scanned documents, and pay the INR 1,000–1,200 application fee per program. Selection is merit-based for most courses, while MBA applicants must submit valid entrance exam scores. Shortlisted candidates are notified via email for further counseling and document verification. Scholarships are awarded based on academic and extracurricular achievements.
Register on the official IIFD Mohali website
Fill out the online application form
Upload required documents (marksheets, ID proof, photos)
Pay the application fee (INR 1,000–1,200)
Submit entrance exam scores (MBA only)
Await merit list and counseling notification
Step | Details |
Registration | Online via official portal |
Form Filling | Personal, academic, and program details |
Document Upload | 10th/12th/Bachelor’s marksheets, ID proof, photo |
Fee Payment | INR 1,000–1,200 per program |
Entrance Exam Submission | MBA: CAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA/XAT scores |
Selection & Counseling | Merit list, counseling, document verification |
