Manipal University B.Des admission 2023 is open now.  The last date to apply for admission is March 15, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the university’s official website – manipal.edu. Candidates seeking admission are required to appear in the SMEAT examination, conducted by the Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design, & Technology. Candidates who have cleared UCEED examination will be given direct admission, such candidates are exempted from the written test. 

Manipal University (MAHE) B.Des Important Dates 2023

Events Dates
Application Process Currently ongoing
Last date to apply March 15, 2023
SMEAT 2023 Exam To be notified
UCEED 2023 Admit Card January 13, 2023
UCEED 2023 Exam January 22, 2023
Declaration of UCEED 2023 results March 9, 2023
Commencement of classes July 12, 2021 (tentatively)

Manipal University (MAHE) B.Des Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for B.Des admission at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) or Manipal University, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

  • Candidates must have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate from any recognised board. 

OR 

  • Candidates must have completed a 3-year diploma program from any state board or central board in relevant subjects with a minimum of 50% aggregate. 

OR 

  • Minimum three subjects with A level and five passes in IGCSE/GCSE, including English. 

OR 

  • IB diploma or certificate with a minimum of 24 points. 

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Manipal University (MAHE) B.Des Admission Criteria

Candidates seeking admission are required to appear in the SMEAT examination, conducted by the Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design, & Technology. Candidates who have cleared the UCEED examination will be given direct admission, such candidates are exempted from the written test. The final selection will be based on the merit list released by the university on the basis of SMEAT scores.

Manipal University (MAHE) B.Des Application Process 

  • Visit the official website of the University and click on the ‘Admission’ option.
  • Register through valid email ID and password. A candidate first needs to register themselves on the following
  • Then, login using the credentials and fill-in the application with necessary details such as Name, DOB, Father’s Name, Permanent Address, Academic Qualifications, etc.
  • Next, scan and upload the required documents such as photograph, signature and marksheets with the dimensions mentioned along the dialog box.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 600 and INR 1400 for entrance exam form through net banking or card payment.
  • Finally click on the ‘submit’ option to submit the application form. 
  • Take out the print of the application form for future reference. 

 Documents Required

  • A passport-sized photo
  • A digital signature 
  • Valid photo ID proof –Aadhar card/PAN card/driving license 
  • Caste/PWD certificate wherever applicated 
  • Provisional allotment letter 
  • Class 10th and 12th mark sheet 

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Manipal University (MAHE) B.Des Course Details

  1. The bachelor of design is a 4-year course with eight semesters. The course aims at focussing on innovation and sustainability. 
  2. In each semester, a candidate must attend lectures, practicals, and studio to earn credits. Every semester, there are six subjects, and from the third semester, a student can choose three of the electives from a group of subjects. 
  3. The students learn a range of art history, fashion illustration, design fashion studio, environmental sciences, communication skills, interior design, history of design, design fundamentals, furniture design, design journalism, etc. 
  4. The curriculum involves imparting knowledge through sessional tests, assignments, quizzes, seminars, workshops, etc. 
  5. In the sixth semester, a student must do a compulsory internship and hand in a study report. The course also helps students develop their portfolios, which allows them to get placements later. 

Manipal University (MAHE) B.Des Syllabus 

Specializations Syllabus
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Manipal University (MAHE) B.Des: FAQs

Ques. What are the basic eligibility criteria to apply for the B.des course at Manipal university? 

Ans. The eligibility criteria required for the course is:

  • Students must have completed 10+2 with an aggregate of 50% marks. 
  • Must have qualified the MDAT.

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Ques. When is the last date to apply for the B.des course at Manipal University? 

Ans. The last date to apply for the B.Des course at Manipal University is June 30, 2021.

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Ques. What is the pattern of the MDAT exam held by Manipal university? 

Ans. The MDAT exam is a 120-minute exam and has 100 MCQ's.

The Quess are based on General Awareness, Communication Skills, Reasoning Ability, and Design Fundamentals. For every correct Ans, +4 marks are given, and for a wrong Ans, -1 mark is awarded. 

Ques. What jobs can B.Des graduate from Manipal university get? 

Ans. Graduates can get jobs as fashion designers, production managers, fashion stylists, interior designers, freelance stylists, etc. Many students also decide to do a master's in the same field. 

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Ques. What are the collaborations for the design courses at Manipal university? 

Ans. The university has collaborations with the following universities: 

  • Birmingham Institute of Art and Design, UK. 
  • Deakin University, Australia. 
  • Hochschule Bremen-University for Applied science, Germany 
  • Montana state university, Montana, USA 
  • RMIT University Melbourne, Australia. 
  • The Sapienza University of Rome, Italy. 
  • University of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA 

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Ques. Does Manipal university offer any scholarships? 

Ans. The university offers several scholarships. Some of them are as follows: 

  • Board Toppers Scholarship for All Undergraduate Programs 
  • Merit Scholarship for Konkani-speaking students. 
  • Merit Scholarship for Children of Manipal Alumni 
  • Scholarship scheme of interest subsidy on education loan for MAHE students 
  • AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver 
  • Kadambi scholarship 
  • ITC scholarship 

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Ques. What is the refund policy at Manipal university?

Ans. The refund of fees depends on the number of days within which the candidate cancels their admission. If a candidate cancels the admission 15 days before the last day of application, 100% of the fee is refunded and if the admission is cancelled in less than 15 days then around 90% of the fees is refunded. 

If after 30 days a candidate cancels the admission then no fee will be refunded. 

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