MKSSS’s School of Fashion Technology (MKSSS’s SOFT) is one of the top fashion institutes in Pune and was established in 1998. SOFT is a Private College which is fully affiliated to S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Mumbai. MKSSS’s SOFT is ranked as one of the best fashion colleges by India Today, Outlook consistently for many years. MKSSS’s SOFT is participating in NIRF ranking for past four years. It ranked 7th Best College in India for FASHION - OUTLOOK-ICARE Rankings 2023. The college has a history of educating women from national and international backgrounds in the areas namely Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Textile Design, Jewellery Design, Fashion Design and Merchandising.

The institute has been producing skillful fashion professionals for years. Training Educators at School of Fashion Technology along with visiting Industry experts continuously impart up to date knowledge to the students. Their mission is to provide the fashion industry with knowledgeable fashion professionals who are trained to the utmost levels. SOFT is struggling hard since years to teach their students with different ways like activity based learning programs, audio-visual classroom teaching, field expeditions to industries and craft world and provide aid of digital media to all its students. The college provides various UG, PG, and PG Diploma Courses in varied durations.

SOFT, Pune Important Dates

Events Dates
Registration for SOFT CET October 1, 2023 - January 20, 2024
Registration for SOFT CET (with Late Fee) January 1, 2024 - January 20, 2024
General Ability Test/Studio Test/Personal Interview+
Portfolio + Statement of Purpose		 January 30, 2024 - January 31, 2024 (Online)
January 31, 2024 offline (SOFT campus)
Declaration of the Merit List February 6, 2024
Last Date to Confirm Admission by Email February 10, 2024
Payment of Fees - Last Date

Will be informed through offer letter
Session Begins from Will be announced

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SOFT, Pune Highlights

Establishment Year

1998

Governing Body

Maharishi Karve Stree Shikshan Sanstha (MKSSS)

Affiliated University

S.N.D.T Women’s University, Mumbai & Pearson Btech HND UK

Campus

9 acres

Recognition

NAAC ‘A’ Grade Accreditation

Location

Pune, Maharashtra
Hostel Facility Yes (only girls)
Scholarship Yes
Recruiters Firstcry, Shopper Stop, House of Anita Dongre, Kasha, Landmark , Neeta Lulla, Shivang & Naresh and many more
Website www.soft.ac.in

SOFT, Pune Key Facts

  • Awarded NAAC “A” Grade.
  • State of Art infrastructure on 9 acres – over 1,00,000 sq built up. Specialized Labs
  • Highly qualified staff fulfilling the UGC and Industry requirement.
  • 20 permanent teaching faculties having Industry and Teaching experience of min 10 years + more than 100 visiting faculties and industry experts, 3 Doctorates, 10 Faculties pursuing Ph.D.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT is located in the parts of West of Maharashtra state, Pune; which is also known to be the ‘Oxford of the West’, attracting students from various regions of India.
  • A central location has connected MKSSS’s SOFT easily with Mumbai Fashion Industry, and Five Star Apparel parks in Baramati, Kolhapur, Islampur and Ichalkaranji; creating an opportunity for Urban and Rural stakeholders to take the benefit of the organization.
  • With multiple specialization approach & keeping the vision of universal responsibilities; MKSSS’s SOFT has imbibed Sustainable Fashion Aspects through the Curriculum Enrichment and Best Practices.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT’s Industry integration and its significance is well reflected in its Advisory Board which consists of eminent personalities from the fashion fraternity from the areas of Industry, education and Design.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT is very well connected with the Grassroots of Indian Traditional Textiles and Crafts that facilitates Sustainable practices by associating with more than 15 National and State Award winning artisans.
  • In last few years, the associations & collaborations gradually reached to the International Universities such as Academia Costume E Moda Rome, Manchester Metropolitan University UK, DOMUS Academy Italy. MKSSS’s SOFT is a regular member of renowned international fashion forum IFFTI and SDC.
  • This international connect has contributed mutual measurable benefits in terms of quality education and professional development.
  • For last 24 years MKSSS’s SOFT has been sensitizing students towards Society, Environment and Culture by integrating sustainability in education.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT is a member International Foundation of Fashion Technology Institutes and Society of Dyers and Colourists and has established its own name by receiving various awards and recognition Nationally as well as Internationally.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT is a proud leader of Sustainability chapter for IFFTI- India for exchange and Innovations in Sustainable Fashion.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT has been awarded its Quality Initiative of “Green Fashion” in BID Quality Award at Geneva.
  • Students of MKSSS’s SOFT students have proven their excellence in numerous National and International Competitions and Awards such as representing at IFFTI, SDC and conferences.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT has ensured to inculcate responsible and fair attitude through its academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities through Research, Design and Innovation in all the areas of specializations and has published in Internationally recognized Conferences and SCOPUS Indexed journals
  • MKSSS’s SOFT recently has won a prestigious International Award for “Early Career Initiative2021” at IFFTI which is a foundation for Fashion Technology institutes having a connect with more than 28 countries and 61 Members.
  • MKSSS’s SOFT received International recognition by representing India at the International Society of Dyers and Colourists Design Competition for consecutive 3 years as a finalist.
  • 100% Internships. 70% placements every year with 15% going for Higher Education in India /Abroad.
  • Average Package INR 3 Lac to 4.5 Lac per annum. After certain years of experience students even have a package of Rs 45 lakh per annum.

SOFT, Pune Courses & Admission 2024

Under SOFT, Pune Admission 2024, the college derives the excellence of fashion education via its quality-centralized courses hailing in different levels with a varied range of durations as listed below:

Course Name

Duration 

Details

B.Design in Fashion Design/ Fashion Communication/ Textile Design/ Jewellery Design/Interdisciplinary (FD +FC/TD/JD)

4 Years

Eligibility:

  • 10+2 from a recognized board with minimum 50% marks
  • Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE)/ State Govt. Technical Education full time diploma of minimum 3 years after 10
  • For NRI & Foreign students with equivalence certificate from Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi

Selection: SOFT CET - General Ability Test + Studio Test + Personal Interview with Statement of Purpose and Portfolio
Seat Intake: 135+40+30+30+30
B.Des (Lateral) 2nd Year 3 Years Eligibility: 
  • 3 year Diploma, Dress making & Garment Manufacturing or equivalent recognized by AICTE with Bridge course of 8 credits
  • Five year Diploma in Fine Arts recognized by the State Technical Board with Bridge course of 8 credits
  • Successful completion of 1st year Degree from National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
  • Successful completion of 1st year Degree of any B Design Fashion or Equivalent course offered by Indian Universities/Foreign University with equivalence from AIU
  • Criteria for selection of students for the 1st year – 50% CET, 50% Academic records

UG Diploma Certification Courses in collaboration with Pearson BTEC Level HNC 4 and HND 5 (Digital Design) 

3 Year

Eligibility: 10+2 from a recognized board

Selection: SOFT CET - General Ability Test + Studio Test + Personal Interview with Statement of Purpose and Portfolio

Seat Intake: 25
UG Diploma Certification Courses in collaboration with Pearson BTEC Level HNC 4 and HND 5 (Fashion)  3 year

Eligibility: 10+2 from a recognized board

Selection: SOFT CET - General Ability Test + Studio Test + Personal Interview with Statement of Purpose and Portfolio

Seat Intake: 25
M.Design (Inter-Disciplinary) 2 Year

Eligibility: B. Design/B.Sc/B.A/BFA Degree Course from any UGC recognized University with at least 55% marks in the qualifying examination

Selection: SOFT CET - General Ability Test + Studio Test + Personal Interview with Statement of Purpose and Portfolio

Seat Intake: 30

PG Diploma in Fashion Buying & Merchandising

2 Year

Eligibility: 10+2+3 from a recognized board

Selection: SOFT CET - General Ability Test + Studio Test + Personal Interview with Statement of Purpose and Portfolio

Seat Intake: 25

Note: All admissions for all the courses will be done on the basis of a University-based Central Entrance Test followed by Studio Test/ Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds. All the aspirants have to complete all three rounds for the SOFT, Pune Admissions.

Check: SOFT, Pune Fee Structure 2024

SOFT, Pune Admission 2024

The mode of application for SOFT is online. Mentioned below are the details to apply

How to Apply?

  • Visit www.soft.ac.in and tap on SOFT CET 2024
  • Fill the inquiry form & wait for counsellor to call you
  • Post-telephonic counseling online registration form link with a payment link will be sent.
  • Fill in the Online Registration Form with the necessary details; click ‘save & proceed’
  • Upload the mandatory documents and signature
  • Choose a payment option and pay
  • Sample question papers and other important details regarding SOFT CET will be sent on registered email id
  • SOFT CET WILL BE CONDUCTED ONLINE.

SOFT, Pune Placements

The college gives placement opportunities to all interested candidates by inviting top recruiters to the campus placement sessions via its central placement cell. The cell organizes Pre-Placement interactions, group discussions and personal interviews for the placement interested candidates. 100% Internships Programs while a ratio of 70% placements every year with 15% going for Higher Education in India /Abroad. Some elite recruiters of the college are such as Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, and Van Heusen, etc.

Highest Package INR 5.5 LPA
Average Package INR 3 LPA
Frequently visited companies Landmark, Shopper Stop, Export houses - Shahi, Gokaldas Exports
Top Companies Nila House, Firstcry, Pratibha Syntex, Schbang, House of Anita Dongre, Kasha, Neeta Lulla, Shivang & Naresh

Read more about SOFT, Pune Placements

SOFT, Pune Ranking & Achievements

The college has been facilitated so many times for its monotonous and good works in the education of the fashion field by various esteemed bodies such as listed below:

  • The college has received of International ‘Star Award for Quality’ in Geneva in the year 2017.
  • Association with International and National Designers and Industry Experts.
  • Strong bonds with the Fashion Industry and Designers.
  • A State of the art aesthetic infrastructure on 9 acres.
  • Highly qualified staff fulfilling the UGC and Industry requirement.
  • Students and faculties’ participation in National and International Seminars and Competitions.

SOFT, Pune Scholarship

The institute offers different scholarships to the economically weaker section and students from reservation category. Listed below are the scholarships at SOFT: 

  • College-level scholarship (economically weaker section)
  • MKSSS scholarship (economically weaker section), for SC reservation category scholarship/freeship from Samaj Kalyan.

Note:  Relevant documents will be checked and the final decision will be taken by the management regarding scholarships

Why join SOFT, Pune?

  • Ranking: It ranks as 4th best fashion college in India under the rankings of India Today Survey.
  • Past track record: institute track record has always been magnificent. Whether it is the placement, or the achievement of students in worldwide competitions, the involvement of students in Design Development and research programs of industries, or guidance from renowned professionals from the Fashion industry, there is no match like our school.

SOFT, Pune Collaborations

Listed below are some of the collaborations of SOFT with other institutes:

  • International Foundation of Fashion Technology Institutes
  • Society of Dyers and Colourists
  • Manchester metropolitan University
  • Accademia Costume e moda, Italy
  • Graduate fashion week, London
  • Royal Tasta UK
  • India Fashion Forum - Jurors
  • Clothing Manufacturers Association of India
  • Pearson
  • Promostyl
  • Poornam
  • Indian Institute of Gems and Jewellery, Mumbai (IIGJ)
  • Bloomsbury Digital Library
  • Lorenzo De’ Medici, Italy
  • Seneca
  • Art University, Bournemouth
  • Modartech
  • Pune Fashion Week
  • Shoppers Stop, Mumbai
  • Phoenix Marketcity, Pune
  • Campus Partner – Aditya Birla
  • More Mischief
  • Maharashtra Centre for Entrepreneurship Development