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Nirma University B.Des Admissions 2023: Eligibility, Selection Criteria, Registrations, UCEED

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Bachelor of Design [B.Des]

Course Fees

Course Duration

4 Years

Tuition Fees

3.64 Lakhs

1 Year Fees

3.95 Lakhs

Total Fees

15.53 Lakhs

Detailed Fees

general

year	Tuition Fees	Other Fees	Total Fees
year 1	₹ 364000	₹ 31000	₹ 3.95 Lakhs
year 2	₹ 364000	₹ 22000	₹ 3.86 Lakhs
year 3	₹ 364000	₹ 22000	₹ 3.86 Lakhs
year 4	₹ 364000	₹ 22000	₹ 3.86 Lakhs

Course Information

Course Description

Nirma University B.Des Admission 2023 is ongoing currently. Admission to the program will be based on NUDET (Nirma University Design Entrance Test) or UCEED scores. The NUDET 2023 dates will be announced soon on the official website of the University. Read More: Nirma University Admission 2023

Nirma University provides an undergraduate program in design stream, namely, B.Des in two specializations. The course is offered by the Department of Design with dynamic course curriculum and special lectures by Industrial Experts. The course aims to provide practical experience through various workshops. B.Des is offered for a minimum duration of 4 years. It is a credit based, full time regular course. Basic eligibility is 10+2 in relevant discipline. Admissions to the course are entrance based.

Nirma University B.Des Important Dates 2023

Event	Date
Admission 2023 Last Date to Apply	May 26, 2023
NUDET 2023	To be announced

Table of Content

Nirma University B.Des Eligibility Criteria
Nirma University B.Des Admission Guidelines
Nirma University B.Des Course Details
Nirma University B.Des Placement
Nirma University B.Des FAQ

Nirma University B.Des Eligibility Criteria

Candidates interested in B.Des program of Nirma University must satisfy the below mentioned eligibility criteria:

The basic eligibility is that the applicant should have completed 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized institution/ school with a minimum mark of 50% in aggregate.
Applicants with 10+3 diploma courses or any equivalent examination recognized by Nirma University are also eligible to apply.
Students appearing for their 12th final exam in the current year of exam from any discipline are also eligible for the admission exam. However, a minimum of 50% aggregate scores remains the eligibility.

Nirma University B.Des Admission Guidelines

Admissions to B.Des program of Nirma University are based on entrance scores followed by PI and admission test conducted by the university itself.

Composite scores will be computed based on the following selection criteria:
- UCEED Score: 50%
- NU-DD Situation Test: 30%
- Personal Interview: 20%
Selected applicants are to be judged on the basis of their general awareness, quality of responses to social and cultural issues, and to test their creative idea and thinking when given any situation. Students may show the portfolio of their previous works during the Interview.
For candidates who have not qualified for UCEED, round 2 exams will be conducted. Selected candidates will have to appear for the online Design Entrance Test.
Applicants having non-Indian passports (FN), OR foreign students having a non-Indian passport and also the OCI or PIO card (OCI/PIO) are eligible to apply under OCI/PIO/FN Supernumerary category (10% reservation)
Applicants of the Gulf countries or South-east Asia can apply under the CIWGC-SEA Supernumerary category (5% reservation). The students must hold Indian passports, and should have passed qualifying exams either from India or outside of India.
NRI students from outside India are exempted from appearing in the UCEED exam. Their admission will happen on the basis of their merit of any equivalent exam from their country of residence followed by a skype interview, two letters of recommendation from senior school teachers, and a portfolio of their previous works.
A total of 80 seats are available for the B.Des program with 40 students each specializing.

How to Apply?

Candidates can apply online by following below mentioned steps:

Visit the official website of the university.
Register yourself by creating a new account with a unique ID and password.
After successful registration, candidates will be directed to fill the application form.
Applicants are to fill in all the relevant academic and personal details.
After filling in all the information, proceed to pay the application fee of INR 2000 via NET Banking/ Credit Card/ Debit Card. For NRI students, the payable fee is INR 3000.
After successful payment, download the application form for future references.

Documents Required

10th Marksheet
12th Marksheet
School Leaving Certificate or Transfer Certificate
Diploma Examination Marksheet (if applicable)
Latest passport size photograph

For NRI/NRI Sponsored Category applicants

Proof of Residence of Sponsor (NRI Sponsored applicants)
Passport of self and his/her mother and/ or father (NRI applicant)
Affidavit from Sponsoring person
Affidavit from Sponsoring person
Equivalence Certificate from AIU, New Delhi (for qualifying examination outside India)
Passport of Sponsoring person( NRI Sponsored applicant)
Any other relevant certificate

Nirma University B.Des Course Details

B.Des at Nirma University is offered in below mentioned specializations:

S.No	Specializations
1.	B.Des in Industrial design
2.	B.Des in Communication Design

Syllabus: The syllabus of first two semesters is common for both specializations as mentioned below:

Semester	Subjects	Course Code	Credits
Semester 1	Drawing I	DSK111	3
	Geometric Construction 2D	DSK112	3
	Colour	DSK113	3
	Elements of Design I	DSK114	3
	Introduction to Basic Materials I	DSK115	3
	Design and Environment	DPR111	5
	History of Design 1	DTH111	2
	Design Case Studies	DTH112	2
Semester 2	Drawing II	DSK121	3
	Geometric Construction 3D	DSK122	3
	Basic Typography	DSK123	2
	Elements of Design II	DSK124	4
	Introduction to Basic Materials II	DSK125	3
	Imaging Techniques – Basic	DPR126	2
	Design Process	DTH 120	3
	History if design II	DTH121	2

Syllabus of B.Des in Communication Design: Below tabulated are the details:

Semester	Subjects	Course Code	Credits
Semester 3	Typography II & Layout Design	DSK211	3
	Printing & Production Techniques I	DSK212	2
	Imaging Techniques II	DSK213	2
	Introduction to Graphic Software I	DSK214	3
	Illustration Design I	DSK215	2
	Communication Theory I	DTH211	2
	Identity Design I	DPR211	5
	Communication Design I: Poster Design	DPR212	3
	Summer Apprenticeship	DFO120	1
Semester 4	Typography III & Layout Design	DSK211	3
	Illustration Design II	DSK222	3
	Environmental Graphics	DSK220	3
	Introduction to Moving Images I	DSK225	3
	Communication Theory II	DTH221	4
	Identity Design II	DPR221	7
	Summer Internship- Apprenticeship	DFO200	6
	Business Communication	DSP200	0
Semester 5	Publication Design	-	4
	UI-UX I (Web Design)	-	5
	Introduction to Literature & Creative Writing	-	3
	Institute Elective II	-	2
	Film Appreciation	-	2
	Art Appreciation	-	2
	Institute Elective I	-	5
	Type Design II	-	5
	Moving Images II	-	5
	University Elective II	-	-
Semester 6	UI - UX II (Coding)	-	-
	UI - UX II (App Design)	-	5
	Introduction to Space Design	-	4
	Communication Theory III (Visual Semiotics)	-	3
	IE- Packaging Design	-	5
	IE- Moving Images III (animation)	-	-
	Portfolio	-	-
	Branding and Brand Communication	-	5
	Summer Industry Internship	-	8

Syllabus of B.Des in Industrial Design:

Semester	Subjects	Course Code	Credits
Semester 3	Visualization & Representation I	DSK216	3
	Elements of Form & Space- 2D	DSK217	2
	Materials & Processes I – Metal & Wood	DSK218	3
	Imaging Techniques II	DSK219	2
	Introduction to Graphic Software	DSK220	3
	History of Objects I	DTH216	2
	Ergonomics 1	DTH217	2
	Design Project I: Simple Product Design & Prototype Making	DPR216	5
	Summer Apprenticeship	DFS100	4
Semester 4	Visualization & Representation II	DSK226	5
	Elements of Form & Space- 3D	DSK227	3
	Materials & Processes II – Plastics	DSK228	2
	History of Objects II	DTH226	4
	Ergonomics II	DTH228	1
	Design Project II: Simple Mechanical Device & Prototype Making	DPR226	8
	Summer Apprenticeship	DFS200	6
	Business Communication	DSP200	0
Semester 5	Orthography for M&P	-	-
	Psychology I	-	2
	Materials and Process III	-	3
	Creative Thinking Methods	-	3
	Packaging Design	-	4
	Institute Elective	-	6
	Future Design	-	6
	UI UX Design	-	6
	University Elective	-	3
Semester 6	Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights	-	3
	Psychology II (Cognition & Communication)	-	2
	Design project: (Technician Complex Device)	-	4
	Elements of Form & Space III (Unconventional Materials)	-	4
	Institute Elective	-	4
	Toy & Game Design	-	4
	Design of Exhibition & Display Structures	-	4
	Materials & Processes IV	-	8

Duration: B.Des programme begins with a common foundation year. There is an intense 15 weeks of learning in each of the 7 semesters in the studios, classrooms,

workshops and through field work. Apprenticeships and Internships during summer vacation period each year are conducted. The 8th semester is a 4 months major research project in the industry, on the basis of which the final degree is granted.

Examination System: For the successful completion of the course/ degree students have to complete all the following examinations:

CE examination (IR & RPR registration): If a student fails in the CE examination, he/she will not be permitted to appear for the SEE exam of the course.
Semester end examination (SEE) (IR & RPR)
Supplementary examination (SPE) (RER registration, when the grade is IF in SEE)
A student has to acquire a minimum of C+ grade in both CE & SEE for passing the exam.

Categories of Courses and Assessments: The following categories of courses are offered in the programme:

Credit Courses
Supplementary Courses
Audit Courses

For assessment of the course, each component corresponds to certain examinations. These examinations are Continuous Evaluation which may include written examinations; Term Assignments, Quizzes, Seminars and LPW/ PW/ Studio; Semester End Examination.

Nirma University B.Des Placements

The Department of Design of Nirma University is also facilitated by Placement Cell. The placement occurs in 4 stages involving the Pre-Placement activities, Career Guidance, Executing Placement and Post Placement reviews. Students are placed in the most coveted companies throughout India. Over 300 companies came for recruiting students in the year 2019. The internship is available at the end of each semester for every student. Both design programmes are industry-oriented; hence, the students get a chance to work with organisations in the fields of:

Digital media
Manufacturing
Retail industry
Social organisations
Independent Design Studios
Educational services
Advertising and Media Services
Government bodies

Nirma University B.Des FAQs

Ques. Does Nirma University provide hostel facilities for B.Des students?

Ans. Hostel facilities are present for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. There are three hostel buildings, two hostels are for the boys and one for the girls. The total capacity of the hostels is 800. A new girls hostel with a capacity of 1100 students has been built now.

Ques. Can I be admitted to Nirma University B.Des program without taking NUDET?

Ans. Yes, you may apply for B.Des program without taking NUDET exam if you have valid score in UCEED exam. Candidates can apply through NUDET conducted by NIrma University or through UCEED score.

Ques. What other facilities are available at Nirma University for B.Des students?

Ans. Some of the facilities provided by the University are:

Health care center
Bank for student
Herbal garden
Wi-Fi and ICT facility
Outdoor sports facility
Gymnasium
Yoga hall
Auditorium & library
Convocation center

Ques. What is the B.Des fee structure of Nirma University for Indian students?

Ans. B.Des fees structure for Indian students is:

Particulars	Details
Fees Per Year	INR 3,12,000
Other Fees	INR 24,000
Refundable Deposit	INR 7,000

Ques. Which test is conducted by Nirma University for B.Des admissions?

Ans. Nirma University conducts Design Entrance Test or Situation test via an online platform. Candidates will be sent information regarding the schedule and their time slot 4 days prior to their online test and interview. DET/ Situation Test of candidates will evaluate general awareness, aptitudes and interests, quality of responses to social and cultural issues etc.

Course Details

Duration4 Years

Number of Seats40

Type of CourseFull Time

Mode of TeachingOn Campus

Duration4 Years

Number of Seats-

Type of CourseFull Time

Mode of TeachingOn Campus

Placement

Highest Placement	₹ 52.3 Lakhs
Average Placement	₹ 8.5 Lakhs
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Nirma University - [NU]: 133 answered questions

What is essentially wrong with Nirma University and how could those things be changed?

Anushree Panday

03 Jul 21

One of my friends, who is working in Cognizant, has studied Electronics & Communication Engineering at Nirma University. As per her insights, the following are the things essentially wrong with the University.

If you are pursuing ECE and inclined towards programming, it is problematic.
There are companies like Motorola, ARM, STM, and others with 7.5 points as cut-off criteria. Even if you miss the cut-off by a margin, yet you cannot sit for interviews in these companies.
Some of the faculty is discouraging. They focus on bookish knowledge and are not open to new ideas. It is more like a school than a college.
Most top-scoring students are believed to be Idols, and the average scorers do not get any spotlight.
The labs are well-equipped, but most of the instruments do not work. Practical teaching is like spoon-feeding.
Attendance is given utmost importance on the campus. You will find students worrying more about attendance than academics.
You cannot afford to become a defaulter as there are consequences for it. The minimum attendance should be 85%.

Overall, the only way all this can go smoothly is to change the mentality by focusing on why and what to learn, future benefits, and practical approaches.

What is the placement record of Nirma University?

Lavanya Singh

08 Jul 21

Nirma University has been able to provide excellent placements to students for the various courses offered by the university.

The highest package offered last year from CSE Department was INR 46.27 Lakhs per Annum by an IT Company based in Bangalore. The average package offered to students for the past few years comes around to be INR 8 Lakhs per Annum.

Apart from the CSE, the placements in other branches of Engineering have been pretty good as per the records. Around 95% of students get placed each year.
Over 75 Companies visit the campus each year. Some major recruiters include Tech Giants like Oracle, TCS, Infosys, Morgan Stanley, Cognizant, and Amazon.
L&T shortlisted 72 candidates in the first round of placement. MuSigma and many other mass recruiters are expected to visit the campus next year as well.

More details regarding placement at the university is provided in the table given below:

Company	Package Offered
Morgan Stanley	INR 16.17 LPA
Directi (Platform Profile)	INR 26.32 LPA
Directi (Operational and Application Profile)	INR 14.32 LPA
MuSigma	INR 6 LPA

The placement of the university is with no doubt better than many colleges situated in Bangalore.

How is life at Nirma University?

Vaibhabi Rajput

17 May 21

Nirma University has undergone a lot of improvement in facilities and campus with time in the last few years, along with its advancement in other aspects.

A detailed description of the present life at Nirma University is stated below in points.

The classrooms have 6 ACs, individual chairs, a projector, which makes them a lot more comfortable for students.
In the library, students are now allowed to issue 5 books. There is an e-mail support system to notify students in case of an issue or deadline for renewal.
There is a lot of improvement in the food quality in the canteen, which is now managed by honest people. In addition, Wi-Fi is now provided to every student.
The institute has the facility of a student academic calendar where everything is noted, from holidays to exam dates.
There is a strict 85% minimum criterion. If you are unable to reach the 85% mark you have to face extra assignments, which can be done in teams too because quite a good number of students face that.
There are regular field trips arranged for students in modern technologies. Seminars and expert lectures are quite common too. Inside the campus, there are various technical and non-technical clubs that organize several events and workshops.
The institute's clubs organize NU-TECH, the techno-management fest of the institute, where there are plenty of opportunities to showcase talent. Students from the institute have also been successful in GSoC and published papers in IEEE.

Therefore, life at Nirma University is worth exploring, with a lot of learning and enjoyment. It gives the opportunity to gain actual value in every aspect, being in the institute.

What is the cut off rank for Nirma university for BA LLB?

Aarti Ahuja

15 Mar 23

Institute of Law, Nirma University (ILNU) is a well-established private institute for legal studies and training, situated in Ahmedabad. It was established in 2007 as part of Nirma University and offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in legal education.

ILNU provides two integrated 5-year undergraduate courses, BA-LLB (Hons.) and B.Com-LL.B (Hons.), and various specializations in the LL.M. course. The institute also offers a Ph.D. program.

Candidates applying to the undergraduate courses must have passed Class 12 or any equivalent examination with a minimum aggregate of 45%. Admission to both the undergraduate and postgraduate programs is based on merit in the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) examination. The CLAT exam is conducted annually in May.

The institute's curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, and its programs are recognized for their academic rigor and practical exposure. With a strong focus on research and innovation, ILNU provides its students with opportunities to engage in research projects and participate in legal clinics, moot courts, and internships, among other activities.

How does Nirma university calculate % from CGPA?

Vishnu Pathak

25 May 21

Various institutes follow different procedures to convert CGPA into Percentage form. Nirma University also follows a unique procedure with which the CGPA scored by students of the University gets converted into the Percentage form.

According to the university's guidelines, the student's performance is judged in terms of CGPA Score. After the CGPA score is allotted to every student, the score gets converted in the form of a percentage based on the following criterion:

Percentage score = (CGPA Score – 0.5) * 100

This is the process that the University follows to convert the CGPA score obtained by students into a Percentage score.

How is Nirma University's MBA program?

Shivam Chowdhury

17 Mar 22

Nirma University’s MBA is a good program due to the following reasons.

The pedagogy includes case studies, project work, and stimulations.
The course work has a balance between conceptual framework and industry practices.
Nirma has a close relationship with the corporate world. So, you will get good exposure through weekly seminars and guest lectures. There are also unique field courses on managing social projects.
Students are free to choose their general electives in the first year. The institute offers equal credits for core and elective courses. There is also a wide array of specializations available for the students.
Nirma University placement highlights of 2021 state a median CTC of INR 9.50 LPA and the highest CTC of INR 18 LPA.

Overall, in terms of academics and placements, Nirma University’s MBA program is good.

Which college is good for MBA, Nirma University, Symbiosis Pune or Narsee Monjee Mumbai?

Arpit Rane

04 May 22

NMIMS is the best option among these. The strategic location, excellent placement, and brand value put NMIMS ahead of the other institute mentioned in the question.

NMIMS is located at the financial hub of Mumbai. The campus is just an hour or an hour and a half drive away from commercial and industrial spaces like Bandra Kurla Complex, Navi Mumbai, South Bombay, etc. Due to the locational advantage students can easily attend industrial visits of reputed organizations like TOI, Pepsico, JPMC, etc.

NMIMS Mumbai placements are way ahead of the B-Schools in the same tier. Even with a batch size of 500+, the institute offers an average CTC of INR 23.07 LPA.

Which college is best for doing master's in structural engineering? CEPT university, Nirma or SVNIT Surat?

Trisha Sharma

29 Jul 21

SVNIT is theoretical research-based while CEPT is more practice-oriented. If you are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. further or if you would like to get placed on-campus, then SVNIT is your place.

After matching your requirements focus on excelling at GATE to get structural engineering getting into structural engineering at SVNIT.

If you choose CEPT then you will have to work hard to get a job. It is well known in all of Asia and has one of the best civil engineers. The faculty is highly qualified, its alumni are working in MNCs and most of them get annual trips abroad.

Lastly, if you are not from Ahmedabad you will have to stay at the CEPT hostel which is an awesome place to stay, as you will see for yourself if you so choose to be.

Be mindful of the fees because both SVNIT and Nirma charge more about the quality they provide.

Which is better Nirma university or LD?

Ishika Mitra

16 Jul 21

It entirely depends on your future plan. If you can afford Nirma and don’t have any plan to pursue further studies after B.Tech then go for Nirma University.

However, if you want to pursue higher education, and you have confidence that you can learn on your own, then LD will definitely be a better choice.

LD gives its students a lot of freedom to work on their interests while maintaining their CGPA which plays a huge amount of role in further studies.

The other factor that is crucial is the alumni of the college. LD College alumni network is huge and a lot of notable alumni are based in both India and abroad. When talking about alumni, Nirma stands no chance as LD was established way before Nirma.

Here is a brief comparison of the institutes.

Category	Nirma University	LD
Companies Visited	L&T, Biocon, Dabur, etc.	Atul, Adani, Tata Chemicals, etc.
Highest Package	46.27 LPA	10 LPA
Average Package	8 LPA	4 LPA

Therefore, you should take your decision thoroughly and wisely whether you must spend approximately eight lakhs for four years or you should spend 6000 for four years with one institution being older than the others along with huge alumni and a great brand name.

How is the five year integrated BBA-MBA course at Nirma University?

Sneha Bose

17 May 21

Nirma University offers a BBA-MBA integrated course which is quite amazing in the curriculum framework. Here, students get an opportunity to experience the actual corporate world through internships and interactions with business experts. But you can not expect the same in terms of extracurricular exposure.

Nirma University has an amazing culture. If you wish to spend 3-5 years in any B-School, it must be Nirma. But if you are in search of a regular college environment where you can indulge yourself in dance, music, and fests with a chilled-out lifestyle, then you might have to reconsider your decision.

Now coming to academics and curriculum. The first three years of your Management program will comprise Innovative courses which are well balanced with case study and theoretical knowledge and are up-to-date with the current industrial requirements. After which you will have an option to exit the University by procuring a degree of Bachelor's in Business Administration or you can choose to complete your integrated studies of MBA for the next 4 semesters.
The faculty at Nirma University are well qualified and are highly experienced with an apt skill of teaching. Few of them even have industrial experiences which are like cherry on the top.

Nirma, as a brand is getting to its popularity and you will definitely reap the fruit of their brand name and alumni network further in your career.