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Diploma in Interior Design is a 1- 2 years diploma level course usually taken in design schools, which offers education in principles of interior design, space planning, furniture design and color theories amongst others. Interior design students are trained to create interior environments for dwelling and business purposes with focus on operation, appearance, safety, and clients’ requirement. They contain a combination of lectures and assignments that introduce the concepts and tools and let the students apply them.
The entrance examination accepted by the diploma differ college wise. A few of the colleges permit the students to get admitted on the basis of their scores or percentages in class 12th without being restricted to science stream. Some of the other accepted entrance examination include: NATA (National Aptitude Test for Architecture), CEED (Common Entrance Examination for Design), NID (National Institute of Design) examination, UPSEE (Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Examination) and AMU (Aligarh Muslim University) entrance exam.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Diploma in Interior Design |
| Duration | 1-2 years (full-time) |
| Course Level | Diploma |
| Eligibility | 10+2 (Higher Secondary Certificate) or equivalent qualification with a minimum percentage of marks |
| Top Colleges (India) | National Institute of Design (NID) Ahmedabad, Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology Bangalore, Indian Institute of Interior Design (IIID), School of Interior Design (SID) Pearl Academy, Symbiosis School of Design (SSD) Pune |
1. Minimum 50% in 10+2 in any stream from any recognized board for the branch and minimum 50% marks in English language for lateral entry.
2. The candidates who have completed any diploma in 10+3 stream can also apply for admission.
3. Yes, it is flexible because there is no fixed age to take the admission in this course. The candidates from both the batches for those who completed their 12th standard and the working candidates also can apply.
4. Candidates who are appearing or cleared their 10+2 exam can apply for the admission also.
5. A few of the institutes demand the applicants to get through an entrance examination for getting an admission.
6. Each candidate has to face a personal interview set by the institute before he or she is finally admitted for the course.
1. NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture): Examinations on ability to draw, observation skills, aesthetic judgment.
2. UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design): Measures design ability and talent in creating visuals.
3. CEED (Common Entrance Examination for Design): As an excellent psychometric test for design programs, it engages creative and analytical skills.
4. NID (National Institute of Design): Measures ability in design by administering studio test, creative ability test, etc.
5. SPA (School of Planning and Architecture): This include drawing, aptitude test, interview etc in the entrance exam.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Fundamentals of Design | Design elements and principles (color, line, space, form, texture), Composition and layout principles, Understanding scale and proportion |
| Space Planning & Functionality | Space analysis and user needs assessment, Circulation patterns and flow, Zoning and space allocation, Building codes and regulations |
| Drafting & Rendering Techniques | Introduction to hand drafting techniques (plans, elevations, sections), Computer-aided design (CAD) software for interior design (e.g., AutoCAD), Rendering techniques (perspective drawing, color rendering) |
| Materials & Finishes | Building materials and their properties (wood, stone, flooring, fabrics), Finishes for walls, ceilings, and floors, Sustainable materials and practices in interior design |
| Furniture & Equipment Selection | Furniture selection based on style, function, and ergonomics, Furniture layout and arrangement, Specification of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) |
| Lighting Design | Basics of lighting design (natural light, artificial light), Types of lighting fixtures and their applications, Creating mood and atmosphere with lighting |
| Color Theory & Application | Color theory (color wheel, color harmonies), Psychology of color in interior design, Using color to create a cohesive design scheme |
| Interior Design Styles | Historical and contemporary interior design styles, Identifying key features of different styles (e.g., Mid-century modern, Scandinavian, Minimalist), Applying design styles to specific projects |
| Professional Practices | Client communication and project management, Cost estimation and budgeting, Construction documents and specifications, Building codes and regulations |
1. This involves searching for the actual and current requirements like 12th pass qualification and minimum percentage required.
2. Download the application form from the Internet or get it from any of the offices and then complete it in the required.
3. There are many more documents like mark-sheets, ID proof, photos which are mandatorily needed.
4. Application and admission fee can equally be paid online or through demand draft.
5. Take any entrance test and/or interview that may be required in some schools.
6. Obtain an admission confirmation provided that you underwent the whole procedure successfully in case the institution accepted.
| College Name | Average CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| National Institute of Design | INR 12 Lakhs | 95% |
| National Institute of Fashion Technology | INR 8 Lakhs | 92% |
| College of Art | INR 6 Lakhs | 88% |
| Sir J.J. School of Art | INR 5 Lakhs | 85% |
| Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Madras | INR 4.5 Lakhs | 82% |
| Government College of Fine Arts, Kolkata | INR 4 Lakhs | 79% |
| Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath | INR 3.5 Lakhs | 76% |
| Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda | INR 3 Lakhs | 73% |
| Punjab University College of Architecture and Fine Arts | INR 2.5 Lakhs | 70% |
| Specialization | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Residential Interior Design | INR 3.5 Lakhs - 5 Lakhs |
| Commercial Interior Design | INR 4.0 Lakhs - 6 Lakhs |
| Furniture Design | INR 4.5 Lakhs - 7 Lakhs |
| Rendering and Visualization | INR 5.0 Lakhs - 8 Lakhs |
| Project Management | INR 5.5 Lakhs - 9 Lakhs |
| Interior Design Ethics | INR 6.0 Lakhs - 10 Lakhs |
