Master of Design Entrance Preparation – Self-Study Program for CEED, NID, NIFT & All Design Institutes

About M.Des Smart Study

Dreaming of a future in design at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, NID Ahmedabad, or NIFT? iMADE Creative Studio’s M.Des Smart Study is your all-in-one self-study program for CEED, NID DAT, NIFT M.Des, AIEED, SEED, and other leading design exams. Created by acclaimed Masters alumni (NID, NIFT, IIT), the program offers 11+ years of proven teaching and a remarkable 94% success rate in India’s toughest design entrances.

Why M.Des Smart Study? Freedom, Flexibility, Excellence

Unlike rigid coaching, Smart Study lets you prepare anytime, anywhere—balancing work or academics. Whether in India or abroad, customize your journey and pace for real results.

Key highlights:

• Integrated coverage of CEED, NID, NIFT, and more (no extra courses needed)
• 100+ hours of video lectures and 25+ updated study materials (PPTs, PDFs, guides)
• 60+ worksheets and exercises with real test solutions
• 5 detailed mock tests with analytical report cards
• Portfolio development for institutes like NID/NIFT
• Auto notifications for all exam schedules, deadlines, and results

What You Will Master

Design Fundamentals:

• Process: Design thinking, SCAMPER, mind mapping
• Principles: Balance, rhythm, proportion, unity, emphasis
• Analysis: Famous works, trends, research practices

Drawing & Visualization:

• Basics: Line, shade, texture, tonal value
• Skills: Perspective (1/2/3-point), observation, memory, figure drawing
• Advanced: Orthographic/isometric projections, product drawing (2D/3D), light/shadow

Creativity & Aptitude:

• Visual/spatial skills, pattern recognition
• Lateral/divergent thinking, creativity exercises
• Storytelling, sequential art, product ideation/improvement

Communication & Graphic Design:

• Typography, layout, color theory
• Calligraphy, infographics, brand identity
• Visual messaging and composition

Product & Spatial Design:

• User-centered design, ergonomics
• Product analysis, material selection, future trends
• Interior basics, space planning, form/function relationships

General Reasoning & GK:

• Quant (algebra, geometry, data interpretation)
• Verbal/English, logical/non-verbal reasoning
• Analytical skills, current affairs, design awareness

Who Should Enroll?

• Final-year undergrads (B.Des, B.Arch, B.Tech, BA, BCom, BSc, etc.) aiming for postgrad design
• Recent graduates seeking career advancement
• Professionals ready for design leadership
• Career-changers fueled by creativity
• International students/NRIs seeking India’s top design degrees

India’s M.Des Entrance Landscape

CEED (IIT Bombay & 8 IITs):
302+ M.Des seats, exam on Jan 18, 2026; computer-based Part A + written Part B.

NID DAT (NID Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Bengaluru, Vijayawada):
Two stages (Prelims/Mains), ~125 seats. Exam format: MCQs, studio tests, portfolio/interviews (Prelims in Dec, Mains in Mar).

NIFT (16 campuses):
Renowned for fashion/textile/accessory/design; CAT + GAT entrance tests; situation test for hands-on skills.

Others:
MIT, SEED, Pearl, Srishti, and private/state exams—syllabus and preparation included.

The iMADE Edge

• 94% success, 2650+ admissions since inception
• Premier design faculty from NID, NIFT, IIT, SPA, MSU
• Continuously updated materials (reflecting all entrance changes)
• Accessible learning on browser and mobile (limited to 2 devices per user)

Your Design Journey Begins Here

Each year, 15,000+ aspirants compete for seats at India’s finest design schools. Be among the winners—with trusted guidance, elite faculty, and proven resources.