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Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), Hyderabad is a campus of the national FDDI network, operating as an Institution of National Importance under the FDDI Act 2017. FDDI is established under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India (DPIIT). The parent institute was founded in 1986 and has grown into a multi-campus institution with centres across India, including Hyderabad, Noida, Chennai, Kolkata, Jodhpur, and Mumbai.
FDDI Hyderabad does not publish a NIRF ranking as a standalone campus. The FDDI network participates in broader government quality frameworks under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
The Hyderabad campus is located in Hyderabad, Telangana, with separate hostel facilities for boys and girls at an annual fee of INR 50,000.
- B.Des (4 years), 3 specialisations:
- Footwear Design and Production Management
- Fashion Design
- Leather, Lifestyle and Product Design
- BBA Hons. (3 years), Retail Management specialisation
- MBA (2 years)
- M.Des (2 years), Fashion Design and Technology
- Certificate Programme in Footwear Manufacturing Technology, 1 year
- Short-term Certificate courses in Footwear Designing, CAD/CAM Applications, Non-Leather Footwear Manufacturing, and operator-level programmes
B.Des total fees at FDDI Hyderabad are INR 1,40,600 for the full 4-year programme. MBA and M.Des total fees are INR 1,66,000 each. BBA Hons total fees are INR 1,14,300.
FDDI Hyderabad placements are routed through the FDDI national placement cell. Top recruiters across the FDDI network include Adidas, Bata, Nike, Reliance Brands, and Zara. The FDDI network reported 84% placements across all campuses in 2024, with 240+ companies participating.
FDDI Admission Dates 2027
FDDI Hyderabad admissions for the 2026-27 session have concluded. The next admission cycle (2027-28) will open with FDDI AIST 2027. Below are tentative dates based on previous FDDI AIST cycles.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| FDDI AIST Registration Opens | December 2025 | December 2026 |
| FDDI AIST Exam | April to May 2026 | April to May 2027 |
| Result Declaration | May to June 2026 | May to June 2027 |
| Counselling and Admission | June to July 2026 | June to July 2027 |
| Session Commencement | July to August 2026 | July to August 2027 |
The Course-Wise Exam Accepted table below covers eligibility for each programme at FDDI Hyderabad. UCEED score is accepted in lieu of AIST for B.Des. For PG programmes, CAT, MAT, XAT, and CMAT scores are accepted as AIST substitutes.
| Course | Exam Accepted | Entry Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| B.Des (all 3 specialisations) | FDDI AIST / UCEED | 10+2 pass, any stream. Minimum 50% marks. |
| BBA Hons (Retail Management) | FDDI AIST | 10+2 pass, any stream. Minimum 50% marks. |
| MBA | FDDI AIST / CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT | Any bachelor’s degree, minimum 50% marks. |
| M.Des (Fashion Design and Technology) | FDDI AIST / UCEED / CEED | B.Des or related bachelor’s degree, minimum 50%. |
| Certificate in FMT | Merit-based | 10+2 pass or equivalent. Contact FDDI Hyderabad directly. |
FDDI Courses and Fees
FDDI Hyderabad offers design, management, and vocational programmes with a strong specialisation in footwear, fashion, and leather-based industries. Fee data below reflects the general quota fee schedule for the 2026 intake.
| Course | Duration | Specialisation | Total Fees (General Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Des | 4 years | Footwear Design and Production Management, Fashion Design, Leather/Lifestyle/Product Design | INR 1,40,600 |
| BBA Hons. | 3 years | Retail Management | INR 1,14,300 |
| MBA | 2 years | Management (Retail/Fashion/Footwear sector) | INR 1,66,000 (General) / INR 2,30,850 (NRI) |
| M.Des | 2 years | Fashion Design and Technology | INR 1,66,000 (General) / INR 2,33,850 (NRI) |
| Certificate in FMT | 1 year | Footwear Manufacturing Technology | INR 60,000 |
FDDI Hyderabad is one of the few government-backed institutions in India offering industry-linked B.Des and M.Des programmes with a dedicated footwear and leather products curriculum. This niche differentiates it from generic fashion design institutes. Short-term certificate courses (INR 5,000 to INR 30,000) cater to industry professionals seeking skill upgrades in areas like CAD/CAM footwear design, non-leather footwear, and footwear retail.
FDDI Admission Process
FDDI Hyderabad follows a centralised national admission process through FDDI AIST, conducted once a year for both UG and PG programmes. The FDDI AIST is a computer-based national entrance test assessing aptitude, general awareness, and design sensibility.
B.Des Admission at FDDI
- Eligibility: 10+2 pass in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
- Selection: FDDI AIST score or valid UCEED score. Candidates are allotted campuses in preference order after AIST result.
- The admission list includes a campus preference round where candidates rank campuses including Hyderabad, Noida, Chennai, Kolkata, Jodhpur, and Mumbai.
Candidates with strong UCEED scores typically qualify directly for B.Des counselling without appearing in AIST. UCEED is conducted by IIT Bombay.
MBA and M.Des Admission at FDDI
MBA eligibility requires any bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate. Valid CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT scores are accepted in lieu of FDDI AIST for the management programme. M.Des requires a B.Des or related bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and is assessed through FDDI AIST or CEED/UCEED. Candidates submit a portfolio and appear for a design aptitude test during the counselling round.
Certificate and Short-term Programme Admission
Certificate in Footwear Manufacturing Technology (FMT) and other short-term operator-level courses are open for direct enrolment. Contact the FDDI Hyderabad campus directly for the next batch start date and eligibility requirements.
FDDI Hyderabad Placements
FDDI Hyderabad placements are facilitated through the FDDI national placement cell, which runs a consolidated campus recruitment drive across all FDDI campuses. In 2024, the FDDI network reported 84% placements across all campuses with 240+ national and international companies participating.
Recruiters at FDDI placements include major footwear, fashion, and retail brands: Adidas, Bata, Nike, Reliance Brands, Zara, Reebok, Liberty Shoes, Metro Shoes, and Woodland. Retail management graduates from BBA Hons and MBA programmes find roles in visual merchandising, category management, and supply chain across fashion and footwear retail chains.
| Programme | Key Placement Domains | Representative Recruiters |
|---|---|---|
| B.Des (Footwear Design) | Design studios, footwear manufacturing, R and D | Adidas, Bata, Relaxo, Liberty, Woodland |
| B.Des (Fashion Design) | Fashion brands, garment industry, accessories | Zara, H and M, Reliance Trends, Vedant Fashions |
| BBA Hons / MBA | Retail management, buying and merchandising | Reliance Brands, Metro Shoes, Shoppers Stop |
FDDI Scholarships
Being a government-backed institution under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, FDDI Hyderabad students are eligible for central government scholarship schemes through the National Scholarship Portal.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scholarship (GoI) | SC/ST students with annual family income below INR 6,00,000 | INR 10,000 per annum (UG). Apply at scholarships.gov.in. |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (GoI) | SC/ST students enrolled in recognised AICTE/government institutes | Tuition fee and maintenance support. Apply at scholarships.gov.in. |
| FDDI Merit-based Fee Concession | Top-ranked FDDI AIST performers and economically weaker sections | Partial fee concession. Contact FDDI Hyderabad admissions cell. |
Students from minority communities and OBC categories may additionally apply for Maulana Azad National Fellowship and other post-matric schemes through the Ministry of Minority Affairs portal.
FDDI Hyderabad Campus and Infrastructure
FDDI Hyderabad is located in Hyderabad, Telangana, operating as one of the six regional campuses of the FDDI national network. The campus has dedicated design studios, material laboratories, footwear production workshops, a CAD/CAM centre, and a resource library stocked with fashion and product design references.
Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and girls at an annual fee of INR 50,000. The Hyderabad campus gives students access to Telangana’s growing fashion and retail ecosystem, with industry exposure through design exhibitions, internship drives, and FDDI’s national placement network.
FDDI Hyderabad vs NIFT Hyderabad vs FDDI Chennai
Aspirants who apply to FDDI Hyderabad for design programmes typically also evaluate NIFT Hyderabad and consider other FDDI campuses like Chennai. All three are government-backed design institutions drawing from a national applicant pool of fashion, footwear, and lifestyle design aspirants.
| Parameter | FDDI Hyderabad | NIFT Hyderabad | FDDI Chennai |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Institution of National Importance (FDDI Act 2017) | Institution of National Importance (NIFT Act 2006) | Institution of National Importance (FDDI Act 2017) |
| Ministry | Commerce and Industry (DPIIT) | Textiles | Commerce and Industry (DPIIT) |
| Focus | Footwear, Fashion, Leather design and retail | Fashion, Apparel, Textile design | Footwear, Fashion, Leather design and retail |
| Entry Test | FDDI AIST / UCEED | NIFT Entrance Test | FDDI AIST / UCEED |
| B.Des Fee (Total) | INR 1,40,600 | Higher fee band | INR 1,40,600 |
| Hostel | Boys and Girls, INR 50,000/year | Available | Available |
NIFT Hyderabad holds a stronger national reputation in fashion design and has a longer alumni network in the apparel sector. FDDI’s specific edge is its footwear and leather product design curriculum, which is unmatched among government institutions in India. Between FDDI Hyderabad and FDDI Chennai, both campuses offer identical programmes at identical fees. The choice is typically based on geographic preference and campus-level placement network strength.
FDDI Hyderabad FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Des at FDDI Hyderabad?
Ans. The total 4-year B.Des fee at FDDI Hyderabad is INR 1,40,600 under the general quota, applicable to all three B.Des specialisations: Footwear Design and Production Management, Fashion Design, and Leather/Lifestyle/Product Design. Hostel fee is INR 50,000 per year for both boys and girls.
Ques. What is the FDDI AIST and when is it conducted?
Ans. FDDI AIST (All India Selection Test) is a national entrance exam conducted by FDDI for admission to its B.Des, BBA Hons, MBA, and M.Des programmes. The test is held once a year, typically in April to May. Registration opens in December. Candidates with valid UCEED scores (for B.Des) or CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT scores (for MBA) may substitute AIST with those scores. Check fddiindia.com for FDDI AIST 2027 notification.
Ques. Is FDDI Hyderabad a government or private institute?
Ans. FDDI Hyderabad is a government institute. FDDI is declared an Institution of National Importance under the FDDI Act 2017 and operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. It is not a private or self-financed college.
Ques. What companies recruit from FDDI Hyderabad?
Ans. FDDI Hyderabad placements are facilitated through the FDDI national placement cell. Key recruiters across the FDDI network include Adidas, Bata, Nike, Reliance Brands, Zara, Liberty Shoes, Metro Shoes, Woodland, and Reebok. In 2024, the FDDI network recorded 84% placements across all campuses with 240+ companies participating.
Ques. Does FDDI Hyderabad offer short-term courses?
Ans. Yes. FDDI Hyderabad offers a 1-year Certificate in Footwear Manufacturing Technology (FMT) at INR 60,000. It also runs short-term certificate courses in Footwear Designing (INR 30,000), CAD/CAM Applications (INR 10,000), Non-Leather Footwear Manufacturing (INR 30,000), and operator-level programmes starting from INR 5,000. These are open for direct enrolment.
Ques. What is the difference between B.Des specialisations at FDDI?
Ans. FDDI Hyderabad offers B.Des in three specialisations: Footwear Design and Production Management (focused on industrial footwear design and factory processes), Fashion Design (apparel and accessories), and Leather/Lifestyle/Product Design (leather goods, bags, and lifestyle accessories). Total fee is INR 1,40,600 for all three. Specialisation choice is made at the time of FDDI AIST counselling.
Ques. How does FDDI Hyderabad compare to NIFT Hyderabad?
Ans. FDDI Hyderabad and NIFT Hyderabad are both Institutions of National Importance but under different ministries. FDDI is under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and specialises in footwear, leather, and retail management. NIFT is under the Ministry of Textiles and focuses on apparel and fashion design. Aspirants interested specifically in footwear design will find FDDI’s curriculum more relevant, while those focused on apparel and textile fashion may prefer NIFT.
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Admissions to B.Des are on the basis of UCEED/AIST. The intake for each B.Des course is 75. FDDI conducts counseling after the examinations, to the various campuses of FDDI. You can apply online from the official website of the FDDI Hyderabad.
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