Government Design Colleges in India

11 design institutions in India hold a current approval from AICTE. They are spread across 9 districts, with the largest concentration in Jaipur (2). Between them they list 12 approved courses.

AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How many design colleges are there in India?

11 design institutions in India hold a current approval from AICTE. AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026.

Where can I find the full list of AICTE-approved design colleges in India?

This page is that list. Every institution shown holds a current approval from AICTE, with its district and approved courses. Applications are made on each institution's own website, not here.

How many seats do design colleges in India have?

12,777 approved seats across 11 institutions, as published by the regulator. Intake is counted only where the approving body states it.

Which district in India has the most design colleges?

Jaipur, with 2 of the 11 institutions listed here.

What courses do design colleges in India offer?

The most widely approved are COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING (6), MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (6), DESIGN (5), ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (5), COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (4), CIVIL ENGINEERING (4). Each figure is the number of institutions approved for that course.

Where does this list come from?

AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026. This screener publishes only what the approving body publishes, and shows when each list was last checked. It does not rank institutions or estimate fees. Applications are made on each institution's own website.