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NMIMS School of Design (SoD), Mumbai, offers a full-time 4-year Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme with a specialisation in Humanising Technology. The programme is AICTE-approved and awarded by NMIMS Deemed-to-be University, with an intake of 25 students per batch. The annual tuition fee was Rs. 5,00,000 for the 2025 batch (total Rs. 20 Lakhs for 4 years); 2026 fees will be announced at the time of admission. Admission is through the NMIMS-DAT/HT (Design Aptitude Test for Humanising Technology), which comprises a Studio Test, Portfolio Review, and Personal Interview. The programme is popular for its unique focus on humanising technology through design, small batch size enabling personalised mentorship, and 100% placement record for three consecutive years.

Admissions 2026 (Phase 2) are currently open. Online registration is open from 1 March 2026 to 25 April 2026. The Studio Test and Personal Interview are scheduled for 5 May 2026, with the merit list to be declared on 15 May 2026. Classes are scheduled to commence on 3 July 2026.

Key Points

The B.Des (Humanising Technology) is a one-of-a-kind undergraduate design programme in India, integrating Design Fundamentals with multi-disciplinary influencers including Psychology, Sociology, Technology, and Business Management.
The programme offers specialisations in Virtual Reality (VR), Internet of Things (IoT), and Cognitive-science-based Product Design in Years III and IV.
It is the only undergraduate design programme in India that includes Technology and Business Management as core curriculum modules.
The batch size is limited to 25 students, ensuring highly personalised mentorship and studio-driven learning.
Students undertake a 5-month paid internship with leading organisations as part of the curriculum.
The programme includes a mandatory Research Component, progressing from critiquing in the first semester to writing a research paper in the final semester.
NMIMS School of Design is ranked 4th Best Design School in India by Career360.
100% placement has been achieved for three consecutive years, with the highest package of Rs. 26.4 LPA (2024-25 batch).
Candidates with a valid UCEED score are exempted from the Studio Test and only need to appear for the Portfolio Review and Personal Interview.

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NMIMS B.Des Fees

The B.Des (Humanising Technology) programme at NMIMS School of Design carries an annual tuition fee of Rs. 5,00,000 (as per the 2025 batch), making the total tuition fee Rs. 20,00,000 for the full 4-year duration. A one-time non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 2,000 is payable at the time of online registration. Hostel accommodation is available on campus and is optional for Mumbai students.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (4 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 5,00,000	Rs. 20,00,000
Registration Fee (one-time, non-refundable)	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 2,000
Total Tuition Fees	Rs. 5,00,000	Rs. 20,02,000
Hostel Fee (optional, approx.)	Rs. 3,02,000	Rs. 12,08,000

Fees for Batch 2026 will be officially communicated at the time of admission. The figures above are based on the 2025 batch.
The registration fee of Rs. 2,000 is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Hostel accommodation at Mumbai campus is optional and allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. Hostel fee does not include meal plan charges.
Refund rules are as per UGC notification and will be shared at the time of admission.
The programme will commence only if a minimum of 10 candidates have taken admission.
Education loan facilities are available through NMIMS banking tie-ups. Visit www.nmims.edu/education-loan for details.

NMIMS B.Des Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Des (Humanising Technology) programme at NMIMS School of Design 2026 are currently open (Phase 2). The selection is through the NMIMS-DAT/HT, which comprises a Studio Test, Portfolio Review, and Personal Interview, all conducted on the same day. Candidates with a valid UCEED 2026 score are exempted from the Studio Test but must still appear for the Portfolio Review and Personal Interview. The merit list is prepared based on the combined performance in all three components.

Important Admission Dates

Sr. No.	Activity	Date
1	Online Registration Opens (Phase 2)	1 March 2026
2	Last Date of Online Registration (Phase 2)	25 April 2026
3	Call Letter for Studio Test and Personal Interview	27 April 2026
4	Studio Test, Personal Interview, and Portfolio Submission	5 May 2026
5	Merit List Declaration	15 May 2026
6	Payment of Admission Fees and Document Upload	16 May 2026 to 22 May 2026
7	Commencement of Programme	3 July 2026
8	Closure of Admission	19 July 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
UCEED 2026	Registration Opens	1 October 2025
UCEED 2026	Registration Closes	10 November 2025
UCEED 2026	Admit Card	2 to 8 January 2026
UCEED 2026	Exam Date	18 January 2026
UCEED 2026	Answer Key	20 January 2026
UCEED 2026	Result	6 March 2026
NMIMS DAT/HT	Registration Opens (Phase 2)	1 March 2026
NMIMS DAT/HT	Last Date of Registration (Phase 2)	25 April 2026
NMIMS DAT/HT	Studio Test and Personal Interview	5 May 2026

Note: UCEED score holders are exempted from the Studio Test but must appear for Portfolio Review and Personal Interview.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Mathematics/Statistics is not mandatory.
Candidates appearing for their final 10+2 examination can also apply, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria at the time of admission.
Candidates above 25 years of age are not eligible to apply.

Admission Process

Register online at www.nmims.edu and pay the non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 2,000.
Prepare a portfolio of minimum 5 pages (Pages 1-3: candidate's choice of best work; Page 4: Product Sketching; Page 5: Rapid Sketching). Only hardcopy of original work is accepted; photocopies, printouts, or digital displays are not allowed.
Appear for the Studio Test (Part A: 20 MCQ questions, 20 mins; Part B: 2 Design Challenge questions, 40 mins) and Personal Interview on the same day.
Candidates with a valid UCEED score are exempted from the Studio Test; they must carry a hardcopy of their UCEED scorecard.
Merit list is declared based on combined performance in Studio Test, Portfolio Review, and Personal Interview.
Shortlisted candidates must complete the e-admission form, upload documents, and pay fees within the stipulated timeline (16-22 May 2026).
Admission is provisional until all documents are verified and eligibility is confirmed.

NMIMS B.Des Scholarships 2026

NMIMS University offers merit-based and need-based fee waiver schemes for deserving students. While there is no 100% scholarship for the B.Des programme, partial fee waivers and government scholarship options are available. Students can also avail of education loans through NMIMS's banking tie-ups. The number of awardees and the quantum of fee waiver may vary each academic year.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Aid	Eligibility	Benefit
NMIMS Merit-Based Fee Waiver	High academic performance in 10+2 and/or strong DAT/HT performance	Partial tuition fee waiver (amount varies)
NMIMS Need-Based Financial Aid	Annual family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs; educational loan from nationalised/private bank	Partial fee waiver (amount varies)
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS)	Top 20 percentile in 10+2 board; family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 1,000/month (graduation level)
State Government Scholarships	As per Maharashtra state government norms	Varies by category and scheme
Education Loan	Available through NMIMS banking tie-ups	Loan facility for full course fees

Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision each academic year.
Students must apply for scholarships separately; payment of fees does not automatically qualify a student for any scholarship.
For government scholarships, students must register on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
For education loan details, visit www.nmims.edu/education-loan.

NMIMS B.Des Placement 2026

NMIMS School of Design has achieved 100% placement for three consecutive years, with graduates securing roles across EdTech, Gaming, Digital Media, IT Services, and Design Consulting. The 2024-25 batch recorded a highest package of Rs. 26.4 LPA. The 5-month paid internship in Year IV provides direct industry exposure and often converts into full-time roles. Career opportunities for B.Des (Humanising Technology) graduates include roles as UX/UI Designer, Interaction Designer, Design Researcher, Data Visualiser, Experience Designer, and Graphic Designer.

Placement Statistics

Placement Metric	Details
Placement Rate	100% (3 consecutive years)
Highest Package	Rs. 26.4 LPA (2024-25 batch)
Key Sectors	EdTech, Gaming, Digital Media, IT Services, Design Consulting
Key Roles	UX/UI Designer, Interaction Designer, Design Researcher, Data Visualiser, Experience Designer
Internship	5-month paid internship with leading organisations (Year IV)

NMIMS B.Des FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between the NMIMS DAT/HT Studio Test and the UCEED exam, and can I use my UCEED score for admission?

Ans. The NMIMS DAT/HT (Design Aptitude Test for Humanising Technology) is NMIMS's own entrance test comprising a Studio Test, Portfolio Review, and Personal Interview. If you have a valid UCEED 2026 score, you are exempted from the Studio Test but must still appear for the Portfolio Review and Personal Interview at NMIMS. You must carry a hardcopy of your UCEED scorecard. If your UCEED scorecard mentions Not Qualified, you are not exempted and must appear for the Studio Test.

Ques. What should my portfolio contain for the NMIMS B.Des admission process?

Ans. Your portfolio must have a minimum of 5 pages. Pages 1, 2, and 3 can showcase your best work of your choice (perspective/nature drawing, sketches, painting, photography, or photographs of models/sculptures you have made). Page 4 must include Product Sketching (detailed sketches capturing product details), and Page 5 must include Rapid Sketching (quick sketches capturing the essence of a figure, nature, or action). Only hardcopy of original work is accepted; photocopies, printouts, or digital displays are strictly not allowed.

Ques. Is the B.Des (Humanising Technology) at NMIMS available at campuses other than Mumbai?

Ans. As per the 2026 admission handout, the B.Des (Humanising Technology) programme is offered only at the Mumbai campus of NMIMS. The programme has an intake of 25 students, making it a highly selective and intimate learning environment.

Ques. What are the specialisations available in the B.Des (Humanising Technology) programme?

Ans. In Years III and IV, students can explore specialisations in Virtual Reality (VR), Internet of Things (IoT), and Cognitive-science-based Product Design. The first two years focus on building a strong foundation in Design Fundamentals and Design Influencers (Psychology, Sociology, Technology, and Business Management).

Ques. Is the 5-month internship paid, and when does it take place?

Ans. Yes, the 5-month internship at NMIMS School of Design is a paid internship with leading organisations. It is a structured part of the curriculum in Year IV and provides direct industry exposure. Past internship partners have included companies across EdTech, Gaming, Digital Media, IT Services, and Design Consulting sectors.

Ques. What is the minimum batch size for the programme to commence, and what happens if the minimum is not met?

Ans. The B.Des (Humanising Technology) programme at NMIMS will commence only if a minimum of 10 candidates have taken admission. If fewer than 10 candidates are admitted, the tuition fees of enrolled students will be refunded. Alternatively, students may be offered admission to other programmes based on seat availability.

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Arpita Karmakar

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B.Des, Humanising Technology

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

Great opportunity for students that want to pursue a career in Digital Product Design

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Excellent structured curriculum, prepares student to be industry ready

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Strict attendance and deadlines make it difficult for flexibility in students schedule

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Yearly fees for the course was 4,00,000. Total fees for the Bachelors Course for 4 years comes to around 16,00,000. This included everything right from tuition fees to admission fees. No seperate fees for the course are levied.

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Tanaya Dalvi

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Reviewed on Jan 17, 2024(Enrolled 2021)

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the yearly fees are from 3.5-4 lakh for 4 years. you'll also have to spend on your own for a good laptop ( around 70k to 1 lakh), raw materials for assignments- relative, subscription for creative cloud or other software and probably some external storage as well.

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Deshna Yogesh Deora

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Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

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Even though the course is a bit expensive, the outcome is good. Design itself is an expensive field. There will be many stationary you wil have to buy when you enter the course. I haven't opted for any scholarships so I m not sure .

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Nandini Inani

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Reviewed on Jan 15, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

SOD - a creative universe

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i dislike our how we have to spend money other than fees on print outs

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yearly the NMIMS university is charging 450000 rs for academic fee , they are scholarships as as in the campus butthere are carious internship oppotunities we get in the 3 rd yaer of the course, including a fair amount of stipend.

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NEMAT BHANDARI

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Reviewed on Jan 15, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

My College: NMIMS, SOD

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my course offers a lot of different kinds of education. they don't stick to just the traditional design knowledge.

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sometimes I feel like sod students are a little away from the rest of the college courses.

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though the fees is a little pricey, the education we get makes up for it as my college provides us with various different tools like 3d printers, lasers, vr equipment etc, to give us a professional experience. my course does not offer scholarships, financial assistance, or campus jobs.

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MISHIKA VARMA

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Reviewed on Jan 15, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

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The course structure of sod is offered nowhere and is upto the industry standards and is revised every year as per industry requirements

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The fee structure is 4.5LPA which has to be paid altogether at the beginning of the course every year. There are no such scholarships or financial aid provided by NMIMS SOD as of now. Although university does provide summer internships at the end of second year as well as campus placements in fourth year.

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Reviewed on Mar 8, 2023(Enrolled 2022)

No expities in this field

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- it is increased by 25% per year and the cost to study is too high in this college like weekly we almost spent around 1000 rupees. - No I haven't received any Scholarship nor financial Assistant nor a job.

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HERAMB MAKARAND KAPREKAR

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Reviewed on Mar 4, 2023(Enrolled 2022)

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The fee is 4.5 lakhs per year as of now. I got no Scholarships. Students got good jobs in Axis Bank, Deloitte, fractal design, Walmart, free charge, and many more. Students also got 5 lakh per year for start of the job.

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Rhythm Gauba

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Reviewed on Oct 14, 2021(Enrolled 2018)

Quality education with great intent

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The fees structure is set per year and includes all facilities provided by the college. The fees is decently placed given the amount of effort that is put by the faculty and the quality of education being imparted.

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Anonymous

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Reviewed on Sep 25, 2021(Enrolled 2017)

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Considering the course and the resources offered, the fees structure seems to be fairly decent. Post the education, the placement opportunities do allow for a good return on investment. Apart from the tuition fees, there are other expenses one must consider. Mainly the electronic devices- laptop, tab, camera; and the regular stationary expenses.

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