Admissions Open For Footwear Design And Development Institute

HYDERABAD: The Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), an institution of national importance, has announced the commencement of admissions for the 2025-26 academic session.

Dedicated to bridging the skill gap in the footwear, fashion, retail, and leather accessories sectors, the FDDI is inviting aspiring students to join its innovative programmes.

Why to join FDDI?

• Recognised as an institution of national importance under the FDDI Act 2017
• Global & Industry Collaborations with top brands and institutions
• 100% Placement Support with recruiters like Adidas, Nike, Puma, Reliance Retail, H&M
• Cutting-edge infrastructure with smart classrooms, high-tech labs & testing centres
• Skill-Oriented Curriculum integrating AI, AR, and sustainability trends

Programmes offered

Undergraduate Courses

• B.Des. (Footwear Design & Production)
• B.Des. (Fashion Design)
• B.Des. (Leather, Lifestyle & Product Design)
• BBA (Retail & Fashion Merchandise)

Postgraduate Courses

• M.Des. (Footwear Design & Production)
• M.Des. (Fashion Design)
• MBA (Retail & Fashion Merchandise)

Doctoral programme

Ph.D. in relevant disciplines starting 2025

Admission schedule

• Application deadline: April 20, 2025
• AIST 2025 entrance exam: May 11, 2025
• Merit list announcement: June 2025
• Counseling and admissions: June-July
• Classes begin: July 15, 2025

How to Apply?

Interested candidates can apply online at https://www.fddiindia.com/.

Admissions are based on AIST 2025, with lateral entry and direct admission options available for candidates with valid national-level entrance exam scores (CUET, UCEED, MAT, CAT, CEED).

Scholarships & Special Categories

Merit-Based Scholarships under Study in India initiative.

Reserved Seats for NRI/PIO/ Industry-Sponsored Carndidates.

Lateral Entry Admission for Diploma Holders

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications for each programme.
• Detailed eligibility criteria can be found on the FDDI website.
• Assistance and scholarships are available for eligible candidates.

State-of-the-art facilities

The FDDI boasts of high-tech machinery, centralised incubation placement services, and centres across its 12 campuses in India, ensuring students receive a comprehensive education.

Collaborations

FDDI has established partnerships with international institutions, enhancing academic experiences through student and faculty exchange programmes.

FDDI boasts a strong industry network, with its graduates securing top roles in leading global brands such as Bata, Reebok, Puma, Adidas, Clarks, Reliance Retail, and Da Milano.

Career opportunities

Graduates from FDDI are well-prepared for careers in design, production, retail management, and entrepreneurship, with strong industry connections facilitating placements.

For more information, please visit https://www.fddiindia.com/or contact the FDDI Admissions Office at placementcell@fddiindia.com.

For Admission Queries:

Email: admission@fddiindia.com

admissions.hyd@fddiindia.com

Phone: +91- 9440471336, 9966755563, 9966755536, 9205556336, 9354491833

For direct link to detailed prospectus, click here.