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???? What Is FDDI (Footwear Design & Development Institute)?

The Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) is a premier national institute under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, established in 1986. It was declared an Institution of National Importance under the FDDI Act 2017. FDDI specializes in footwear design, leather products, fashion, retail, and allied industries, offering UG, PG, diploma, and research programs.

???? Campuses and Presence

  • Main Campus: Noida, Uttar Pradesh

  • Other Campuses: Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ankleshwar, Rohtak, Jodhpur, Guna, Chhindwara, Patna, Chandigarh, Fursatganj, Lucknow, Jaipur

  • Facilities: Smart classrooms, CAD/CAM labs, international testing centers, workshops, libraries, hostels, sports complexes

???? Academics and Schools

  • Undergraduate (UG):

    • B.Des in Footwear Design & Production

    • B.Des in Fashion Design

    • B.Des in Leather Goods & Accessories Design

    • B.Des in Retail & Fashion Merchandise

  • Postgraduate (PG):

    • M.Des in Footwear Design & Production

    • MBA in Retail & Fashion Merchandise

  • Diplomas/Certifications:

    • Short-term skill development courses in footwear, leather, and retail technology

???? Rankings and Recognition

  • Declared Institution of National Importance (FDDI Act 2017)

  • IIRF 2025: Ranked 15th in India under Design Category

  • Recognized by NCVT and affiliated with international design bodies

???? Placements

  • Placement Rate: 85–90% annually

  • Top Recruiters: Bata, Adidas, Puma, Woodland, Reliance Retail, Decathlon, Hidesign

  • Highest Package: ~₹12–15 LPA

  • Average Package: ₹4–6 LPA

???? Admissions

  • Entrance Exam: AIST (All India Selection Test)

  • Application Start: January 1, 2026

  • Application End: April 20, 2026

  • Exam Date: May 10, 2026

  • Eligibility:

    • UG: Class 12 pass

    • PG: Graduation in relevant field

???? Fees

  • UG Programs: ~₹2.5 lakh per year (tuition + library + exam + student development fees)

  • PG Programs: ~₹2.7–3 lakh per year

  • Hostel & Mess: ₹60,000–₹80,000 annually ???? Total Cost: UG ~₹10–11 lakh (4 years), PG ~₹5.5–6 lakh (2 years)

???? Scholarships

  • Merit Scholarships: Based on AIST rank and Class 12 marks

  • Government Scholarships: SC/ST/OBC/EWS students eligible under state/national schemes

  • Need-based Aid: For economically weaker students

  • Industry-sponsored Scholarships: From footwear and fashion companies

???? Key Highlights

  • Declared Institution of National Importance under FDDI Act 2017

  • 12 campuses nationwide with world-class infrastructure

  • Strong industry linkages with global footwear and fashion brands

  • Placement success with top recruiters in footwear, fashion, and retail

  • Specialized focus on footwear, leather, fashion, and retail management

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