UPES School of Design
UPES School of Design offers various specialized design programs in B.Des & M.Des from product design to fashion, everything under one roof. Moreover, the university has the best track record of placements over the past few years with some of the key recruiters being General Motors, Studio 34, LeanApps, ID Autoworks, Tata Elxsi, XP India and Ashok Leyland.
UPES faculty is from top-notch institutes and with rich industry experience. The design school has signed MoUs with industry leaders like TCS, Lean Apps, Pixel Galaxy and more. It also has more than 10 modern design Studios such as MAC, Cad, fashion lab, 3D printing machines and the list continues. UPES is also an Authorized Training Center for Autodesk.
UPES also gives its students an opportunity for the international exchange program. The students have been selected to study in Coventry University in UK, Bilgi in Istanbul, North Dakota State university and Agnes Scott College in USA in the past years. The school is also a member of World Design Organisation.
UPES School of Design
UPES School of Design offers various specialized design programs in B.Des & M.Des from product design to fashion, everything under one roof. Moreover, the university has the best track record of placements over the past few years with some of the key recruiters being General Motors, Studio 34, LeanApps, ID Autoworks, Tata Elxsi, XP India and Ashok Leyland.
UPES faculty is from top-notch institutes and with rich industry experience. The design school has signed MoUs with industry leaders like TCS, Lean Apps, Pixel Galaxy and more. It also has more than 10 modern design Studios such as MAC, Cad, fashion lab, 3D printing machines and the list continues. UPES is also an Authorized Training Center for Autodesk.
UPES also gives its students an opportunity for the international exchange program. The students have been selected to study in Coventry University in UK, Bilgi in Istanbul, North Dakota State university and Agnes Scott College in USA in the past years. The school is also a member of World Design Organisation.
Application & Admission Process
Why should a student apply?
- 100% Placements in past four years in top organizations (see attachment)
- Design at UPES comes bundled with global opportunities (see attachments)
- Strong Alumni Network
- MoUs and collaboration with industry leaders
- Studios – More than 10 state of the art design studios such as Cad, Mac and Cintiq studio, fashion lab, clay studio and more.
- UPES School of Design is also an authorized training center for Auto Desk
Who Should apply to UPES School of Design?
- Students who are passionate to pursue career in Design
- Students who enjoys out of the classroom learning experience
- Students open to global exposure and willing to attend at least a four week program at one of our partnered international universities
- Students comfortable to work on projects with students of other disciplines like Engineering, Computer Science, Business and more
- Students who are ready put extra efforts to achieve their design dreams
What is the Admission Process ?
- Step 1. Visit website www.upes.ac.in
- Step 2. Pay Application fee online.
- Step 3. Give the admission pathway for which you are eligible. Exam or Non-exam pathway.
- Step 4. Post announcement of result, if qualified pay the enrollment fees.
What are the Important dates of Admission Process ?
5Important dates of the Admission Process are as follows :
| Sr. No. | Key Activity | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | UPES-DAT: Last Date to Apply | 21st Jan 2025 |
| 2. | UPES-DAT | 23rd – 25th Jan 2025 |
| 3. | Portfolio Interview | (date to be announced) |
How can I apply ?
Following are the fees for UPES according to the courses :
UG Application Link : https://admission.upes.ac.in/Login?area=user
Application Fee: INR 1,350/-
PG Application Link : https://admission.upes.ac.in/Login?area=user
Application Fee: INR 1,350/-
What is the Entrance Exam Pattern ?
At UPES they have two admission pathway ( for both B.Des and M.Des)
B.Des:
| Admission Pathway & Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|
| Exam Pathway Minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (X & XII) (Any Stream) |
UPES-DAT Online Entrance Test from 28 – 30 APRIL, 2020. Followed by presentation of portfolio and interview in MAY |
| Non-Exam Pathway Board Merit: – Minimum 60% marks in class X and XII (Any Stream) OR JEE MAIN/UCEED: Minimum 50% marks in class X and XII with valid JEE MAIN/UCEED scores. |
Presentation of Portfolio and Interview which will be scheduled in MAY Valid and Qualified JEE MAIN/UCEED/NIFT/NID scores. Candidate will be required to appear for interview followed by presentation of portfolio in MAY |
M.Des
| Admission Pathway & Eligibility | Selection |
|---|---|
| 1. Minimum 50 % marks at Higher & Senior Secondary Level (X & XII) 2. B. Tech / BE in any relevant discipline / B. Arch / BFA/ Interior Design/ B. Des/ BVA. OR 3-year Degree such as B.Sc./ BA/ BFA/ BVA in Applied Art/ Design of any other relevant disciplines (with min. 50% marks) + 1 year of relevant industry experience. OR 2 years M.Sc./ M.Tech. in Computer Science, CSE, IT subjects / domains (only for Interaction Design). Or equivalent. |
UPES Online Design Aptitude Test(UPES –DAT) from 28 -30 APRIL, 2020 / Valid CEED score followed by Presentation of Portfolio and interview |
They do share sample papers or mock test with applicants before exam.
What skills and aptitudes are they testing for ?
| Test Name | Section Name | Level | Q-Type | No. of Questions | Correct Grade | Incorrect Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPESDAT Test for B.Des 2020 | Visual Analogy | Medium | MCQ | 20 | 2 | 0 |
| Design Awareness | Medium | MCQ | 20 | 3 | 0 |
Written Test M.Des –
| Test Name | Section Name | Level | Q-Type | No. of Questions | Correct Grade | Incorrect Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPESDAT Test for M.Des 2020 | Quantitative | Medium | MCQ | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Visual Analogy | Medium | MCQ | 15 | 2 | 0 | |
| Design Awareness | Medium | MCQ | 15 | 2 | 0 |
Portfolio Presentation (B.Des & M.Des) –
- Visual communication skills – through drawing, making or digital creativity. Students can bring their projects they have worked upon.
- Visual appreciation skills
- Understanding and manipulation of materials and processes particular to the discipline of choice (e.g. pattern-cutting, website structure, industrial manufacturing processes)
General Information
Name of the Institute
What was the Year of Establishment ?
UPES was established in the year 2003
Which Campuses do they have ?
What Programs are offered ? What is the annual intake ?
| UG Program | Seats Available |
|---|---|
| B.Des Industrial and Product Design | 80 |
| B.Des Interior and Retail space Design | 20 |
| B.Des Transportation and Mobility Desigh | 50 |
| B.Des Animation and VFX | 40 |
| B.Des Graphic and Communication Design | 40 |
| B.Des Game Design | 20 |
| B.Des User Experience and Interaction Design | 20 |
| B.Des Fashion Design | 20 |
| PG Program | |
| M.Des Transportation Design | 10 |
| M.Des Fashion Design | 10 |
| M.Des Interaction Design | 10 |
| M.Des Industrial Design | 10 |
What is the Eligibility Criteria to apply for programs at the Institute ?
What are the Fees for different Programs ?
Avg fees for B.Des is Rs. 4,94,000 and Avg fees for M.Des is Rs. 6,04,000
Is there any Reservation in Seats ? If so, what is the split ?
Does the campus have Residential facility ?
Does the Institute have any International Affiliations ?
What are the Highlights of Infrastructure/facilities at the campus ?
The highlights of Infrastructure facilities in the 44 acre campus are :
- Lush green campus spread across over 40 acres in the lap of Himalyas.
- Considered one of the most beatiful campuses in India.
- UPES school of Design has over 10 design labs including Cintiq studio, fashion lab, clay studio, paint studio, 3D printing machines and laser cutting machine to name a few.
- UPES School of Design is also an authorized Training Center for Autodesk.
What are the Highlights of the Faculty Group ?
What are the Highlights of the School’s Pedagogy & Teaching Methods ?
Following are the highlights of ISDI’s Pedagogy and Teaching Methodology :
- ISDI Follows the globally benchmarked pedagogy & teaching methods from Parsons School of Design, New York.
- Committed to a new model of cutting edge design and innovation education, integrated with commercialization of design.
- Pedagogy is based on intensive specialization built on strong fundamentals of liberal arts, critical thinking, skill training and master classes.
- Creativity, innovation and sustainability form the core of ISDIology.
- Faculty and students use design thinking as a way of life.
Are there any Scholarships & Student Loans available ?
UPES do offer scholarships such as –
- Merit Scholarships
- Girl Scholarships
Visit page https://www.upes.ac.in/scholarships
You may apply for educational loan at UPES from following –
- State Bank of India
- Oriental Bank of Commerce
- Axis Bank
- HDFC Credila
Industry & Job Market
What are the Highlights of Industry Interaction ?
What are the Highlights of Placement for recent years ?
UPES School of Design has 100%* placements in past four years in design agencies and reputed organizations such as –
- Ashok Leyland
- General Motors
- Maruti Suzuki
- Escorts
- TI Cycles
- Tata Elxsi
- Reliacne Jio
- Indian Institute of Packaging
- Business World
- Rock Salt Interactive Games
*Placements statistics refer to the number of students who have opted for and are eligible for placements.
Testimonials
Testimonials from Current or Ex Students
Kushagra Dhall
(B.Des Transportation)
A career offering opportunity to work for people in a very creative and innovative way is transportation designing. B. Des provides a great and unique opportunity to learn from the automotive industry experts and provide a correct path to the innovative minds. Life here at UPES is full of enjoyments. Exploring opportunities in UPES are never ending. Students can join societies for dramatics, dancing and other learning and recreational activities.
Somasree Basak
(M.Des Industrial Design)
Design is a journey. My journey started with the School of Design. I travelled halfway across the country when I got an oppurtunity to work with 3D Design and Lokus Design-one of the finest design houses in India. Here, my horizon keeps expanding everyday
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