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Diploma in Interior Design is a one or two year diploma course offered for students, who want to make their career in Interior Design and Decoration. These aspects include principles of design, space planning, color scheme and choice of furniture, lighting design and materials application. Students undergo a professional conceptual training and skills enhancement for them to metamorphose into professional interior designers.
The entrance exams that are considered for admission to the Diploma in Interior Design program are NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture), CEED (Common Entrance Exam for Design), NID (National Institute of Design) DAT, UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design, School of Fashion Technology Common Entrance Test (SOFT CET), UPSEE (Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Examination) and based on the class 12th marks. Few colleges also have their own qualification written test and interview sessions for the desire program.
| Column | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Diploma in Interior Design (DID) |
| Duration | 1-2 years (depending on the institute) |
| Course Level | Diploma |
| Eligibility | 10+2 passed or equivalent in any stream (Some institutes may require a design aptitude test) |
| Top Colleges | National Institute of Design (Ahmedabad), Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology (Bangalore), School of Interior Design (Mumbai) |
1. Must have passed the 10+2 examination in any stream from recognized board with the minimum of 50% marks.
2. Appearing candidates of 10+2 are also eligible for admission; however, the student must belong to arts, science or commerce stream.
3. This particular diploma course does not restrict entry to any age, therefore it means anyone can be allowed to join.
4. Admission is available only for those who passed an entrance exam organized by the institute itself.
5. It is appropriate for creative thinking individuals who have or show drawing or sketching abilities in designing.
6. Fluency in English language is also compulsory as most of the design colleges have their course materials in English.
1. NID: Evaluates creativity and designing skills through studio test, perceptual test on colour, product designing, graphic and observation.
2. UCEED: Evaluates graphic skills, spatial and visual awareness, artistic aptitude and logical thought, colour theory, and design thinking, plus problem recognition and problem-solving skills.
3. CEED: Takes into consideration quantitative skills, visual spatial skills, environmental and social understanding, abstract thinking, logical thinking, creativity, and aesthetics.
4. NIFT: Conveys creativity, language, visual perception, interpersonal understanding via GAT, CAT and Situation Test.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Design Fundamentals | Elements & Principles of Design, Design Thinking Process, Color Theory, Space Planning |
| Drawing & Sketching | Freehand Drawing Techniques, Perspective Drawing, Rendering Techniques, Design Communication Skills |
| Computer Aided Design (CAD) | Introduction to Design Software (e.g., AutoCAD), 2D & 3D Drafting, Project Presentation Techniques |
| History of Interior Design | Major Design Movements, Styles & Periods, Influential Designers |
| Building Materials & Construction | Properties & Applications of Building Materials, Building Codes & Standards, Sustainable Design Practices |
| Furniture Design & Selection | Furniture Styles & Ergonomics, Upholstery & Materials, Furniture Specification & Space Planning |
| Lighting Design | Types of Lighting, Lighting Principles & Techniques, Daylighting Strategies |
| Interior Textiles & Finishes | Fabrics & Applications, Flooring & Wall Coverings, Sustainable Materials |
| Professional Practice | Client Communication, Project Management, Cost Estimation & Budgeting, Building Regulations & Codes |
| Interior Design Studio | Practical application of learned skills through design projects, Portfolio Development |
1. These may include basic requirements such as 12th pass in any stream as a basis for qualification.
2. List down of colleges offering the diploma program and preferred those reputable ones.
3. Visit college website to read about the admission process, and other important information as regards to the application deadline.
4. Use online application or manual application with all the relevant documents that are needed.
5. Sit for entrance examination if applicable.
6. Receive the admission confirmation, and undergo formalities of enrollment.
| College Name | Location |
|---|---|
| National Institute of Design (NID) | Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar |
| Chandigarh University (CU) | Chandigarh |
| Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | Aligarh |
| Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Arts | Mumbai |
| Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai | Chennai |
| College of Art & Crafts, Jaipur | Jaipur |
| Government College of Art, Hyderabad | Hyderabad |
| Government College of Fine Arts, Kolkata | Kolkata |
| National Institute of Design, Bangalore | Bangalore |
| Jamia Millia Islamia University | New Delhi |
| College Name | City | Average CTC (Freshers) |
|---|---|---|
| National Institute of Design (NID) | Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar | INR 30,000 - INR 40,000 |
| Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Arts | Mumbai | INR 25,000 - INR 35,000 |
| Pearl Academy | Jaipur, Delhi, Noida, Agra | INR 20,000 - INR 28,000 |
| NIFT Institute of Fashion Technology | Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore | INR 18,000 - INR 25,000 |
| Wigan & Leigh University, Bangalore | Bangalore | INR 15,000 - INR 22,000 |
| Specialization | Average Salary (Freshers) |
|---|---|
| Residential Design | INR 20,000 - INR 30,000 |
| Commercial Design | INR 25,000 - INR 35,000 |
| Healthcare Design | INR 22,000 - INR 32,000 |
| Hospitality Design | INR 20,000 - INR 30,000 |
| Exhibition Design | INR 18,000 - INR 28,000 |
