FAQs
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Design India Collective is a creative learning space that prepares students for entrance exams into top design and architecture colleges in India. We offer a unique approach rooted in real-world projects, mentorship, and a strong creative community.
Unlike traditional coaching, we don’t just focus on solving past papers. We use real-life design challenges and industry-inspired projects to build your design thinking, creative confidence, and communication skills — key to excelling in both exams and future design careers.
Yes, we offer online classes with live interaction as well as offline (in-person) programs in selected cities. Both formats maintain the same level of hands-on learning and mentor access.
Classes are built around practical design exercises, individual projects, discussions, and review sessions. The structure varies based on the exam, but the goal remains the same: to nurture creativity and help students think like designers.
For exams like NID, NIFT, and CEED (if applicable), we guide you through creating a compelling design portfolio. Our mentors help select and refine your best works and present them in a format that reflects your creative personality and thought process.
Yes, we offer dedicated sessions for preparing Statement of Purpose (SOP), interviews, and portfolio presentations — everything you need to confidently face the second rounds of selection.
Course durations vary depending on the exam and your target year. Typically, we offer crash courses, long-term batches (6–12 months), and focused workshops closer to exam dates.
You can enroll by visiting our website and filling out the inquiry or contact form. Our team will reach out with the next steps and help you choose the right batch.
We provide coaching for:
UCEED – Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design
NID – National Institute of Design entrance exam
NIFT – National Institute of Fashion Technology entrance exam
NATA – National Aptitude Test in Architecture
Our programs are tailored to help you crack these highly competitive exams through practical, design-focused learning.
Our mentors are experienced design professionals and alumni from premier institutes like NID, NIFT, and IITs. They bring deep industry knowledge and personalized guidance to help students build strong portfolios and creative identities.
Absolutely! Our courses are beginner-friendly. We welcome students from all academic backgrounds and guide them from the very basics of design to advanced portfolio-building and exam prep.
Yes. We prioritize one-on-one feedback to ensure each student receives personalized guidance. This helps you understand your strengths and areas to improve in real-time.
At DIC, you're never learning alone. You’ll be part of a collaborative and encouraging peer group that shares feedback, ideas, and experiences — just like a real design studio environment.
We offer both structured batches and flexible learning plans, depending on your needs. Reach out to us, and we’ll recommend the best mode based on your goals and availability.
Fees depend on the course type and duration. Please reach out via the website or contact us directly for detailed pricing and available plans. We ensure quality education at accessible rates.
Yes, we often offer demo sessions or introductory workshops so you can experience our teaching style before enrolling. These are great to get a feel for the DIC learning environment.