Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The B.Voc. (Interior Design) at GNDEC, Ludhiana is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated with IK Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU) and approved by UGC. The course covers space planning, design principles, materials, construction technology, and computer-aided design, preparing students for careers in residential, commercial, and institutional interior design. The programme has a sanctioned intake of 30 seats and is offered in full-time on-campus mode, with annual fees of approximately Rs. 88,200 for general category day scholars. Admission is based on inter-se merit of the qualifying 10+2 examination, making it accessible to students from all streams without any entrance exam requirement.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open tentatively in June 2026, based on the 2025-26 schedule where Round I counselling was held on June 24, 2025, and Round II/III/IV on July 1, 2025. For the 2025-26 session, admissions are closed; however, spot counselling rounds were conducted on working days after the main rounds. Students interested in the 2026-27 session should register on the GNDEC admission portal (admission.gndec.ac.in) when the schedule is announced.

Key Points

The programme is offered by GNDEC, one of the oldest and most prestigious engineering and technical colleges in North India, established in 1956 and accredited with 'A' Grade by NAAC.
Admission is purely merit-based on 10+2 marks; no entrance exam is required.
The course is affiliated with IKGPTU and follows a semester system with 6 semesters over 3 years.
Students from any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) in 10+2 are eligible to apply.
The college offers Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) for eligible SC students (Punjab residents) and a Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme for economically weaker sections.

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25 Feb, 2026 GNDEC has released the Fee structure 2026-27 for B.Voc Interior Design programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.87 Lakhs.

GNDEC B.Voc. (Interior Design) Fees

The total fee for the B.Voc. (Interior Design) programme at GNDEC for general category day scholars is approximately Rs. 2.48 to 3.01 Lakhs over 3 years. The per-semester fee for the 2025-26 batch (general category, day scholar) is around Rs. 44,100 in the initial semesters, reducing to approximately Rs. 35,131 in the final year semesters. SC/ST eligible students pay a significantly reduced fee of around Rs. 5,000-7,000 per semester, and students under the Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme pay around Rs. 16,600 per semester. Hostel facility is optional and available at an additional charge.

Fee Component	Amount (General - Day Scholar)
Tuition Fee (per semester, approx.)	Rs. 30,000 - 35,000
Other Charges (Development, Exam, etc.)	Rs. 9,000 - 14,000
Total Per Semester Fee (General, Day Scholar)	Rs. 35,131 - 44,100
Total Course Fee (6 Semesters, approx.)	Rs. 2,48,000 - 3,01,000
Hostel Fee (Boys, per semester, optional)	Rs. 14,272
Hostel Fee (Girls, per semester, optional)	Rs. 11,908
Mess Fee (per semester, optional)	Rs. 15,200
Total Fees (Day Scholar, General - approx.)	Rs. 2,48,000 - 3,01,000

Hostel fees are optional and not included in the total course fee above.
If availed, add approximately Rs. 29,472 (Boys) or Rs. 27,108 (Girls) per semester for hostel + mess.
A one-time non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 1,200 is charged at the time of admission (Rs. 200 user creation + Rs. 1,000 processing charges).
SC/ST eligible students (Punjab residents) pay a reduced fee of approximately Rs. 5,000-7,000 per semester under the Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) scheme.
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) is available for Punjab resident students whose family income does not exceed Rs. 8 Lakhs per annum; the waiver covers only the tuition fee component.
Mess Security of Rs. 7,000 is refundable at the end of the course for hostellers.
Fee is payable via online gateway (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, NEFT/RTGS) or Demand Draft; cheque payments are not accepted.
Late fee fine is applicable if fees are not paid within the stipulated schedule.

GNDEC B.Voc. (Interior Design) Admission 2026

Admission to B.Voc. (Interior Design) at GNDEC is conducted through direct counselling based on inter-se merit of the 10+2 qualifying examination. No entrance exam is required. For the 2026-27 session, the admission process is expected to begin in June 2026 (tentative), following the pattern of previous years. Candidates must register on the GNDEC admission portal and pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 1,200 to participate in counselling.

Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
Online Admission Form - Round I Last Date	3rd week of June 2026 (Tentative)
Online Admission Form - Round II/III/IV Last Date	Last week of June 2026 (Tentative)
Round I Counselling	4th week of June 2026 (Tentative)
Round II/III/IV Counselling	1st week of July 2026 (Tentative)
Spot Counselling Rounds	July 2026 onwards (on working days, as per vacancy)
Batch Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

Relevant Exam Dates

Exam	Exam Date	Result Date
CBSE Class 12	Feb 17 - Apr 10, 2026	May 13, 2026 (Tentative)
Punjab Board Class 12 (PSEB)	Feb - Mar 2026	May 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) from any Board recognized or established by Central/State Government and member of COBSE.
No minimum percentage requirement specified for B.Voc. (Interior Design).
Students from all streams are eligible to apply.

Admission Process:

Register on the GNDEC admission portal at admission.gndec.ac.in and pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 1,200.
Submit the online admission form completely to generate a file number (incomplete submissions are not considered).
Verify admission parameters on the portal once the institute processes the application.
Attend the counselling round at the College Auditorium (B.Voc. ID reporting time: 1:00 PM) with original documents and full fee.
Rank/merit list is displayed on the day of counselling based on 10+2 marks (best five subjects).
In case of a tie in 10+2 marks, Matriculation marks are used as a tiebreaker; if still tied, the older candidate gets preference.
Multiple counselling rounds (I, II, III, IV) are conducted; spot counselling is held on working days thereafter for remaining vacancies.
Seats are allocated under Punjab 85% and Other States 15% quota with reservation norms.

GNDEC B.Voc. (Interior Design) Scholarships 2026

GNDEC offers multiple scholarship and fee concession schemes for B.Voc. (Interior Design) students, primarily targeting economically weaker sections and SC/ST candidates. The Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) is the most significant benefit available, covering a substantial portion of the fee for eligible SC students from Punjab. The Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme is another important option for students from low-income families across Punjab.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Eligibility	Benefit	Amount (Approx.)
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS)	SC students, Punjab residents	Covers tuition fee; student pays only Rs. 5,000-7,000 per semester	Up to Rs. 37,000-39,000 per semester (difference from general fee)
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme	Punjab residents; family income up to Rs. 8 Lakhs per annum	Waiver of tuition fee component only	Tuition fee waived per semester
Gill Donor / Fee Waiver Scheme	As per college norms	Reduced fee	Rs. 16,600 per semester (Day Scholar)
AICTE Pragati Scholarship	Female students; family income up to Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 50,000 per annum	Rs. 50,000/year
NSP (National Scholarship Portal)	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students	As per government norms	Varies

PMS is available only for Punjab resident SC students and is processed during counselling itself.
TFW scheme requires income certificate from a Revenue Officer (Tehsildar or above) and an affidavit on Rs. 50 stamp paper.
Students availing PMS or TFW cannot change institution or course after admission.
AICTE Pragati Scholarship applications are submitted separately on the AICTE portal; deadline is typically in October-November each year.
All scholarship applications must be submitted within the notified deadlines; late applications are generally not entertained.

GNDEC B.Voc. (Interior Design) FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam required for admission to B.Voc. (Interior Design) at GNDEC?

Ans. No, there is no entrance exam for B.Voc. (Interior Design) at GNDEC. Admission is based entirely on the inter-se merit of the 10+2 qualifying examination. Students from any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) are eligible to apply.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Voc. Interior Design at GNDEC, and are there any hidden charges?

Ans. The total course fee for general category day scholars is approximately Rs. 2.48 to 3.01 Lakhs over 3 years. A one-time non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 1,200 is charged at admission. Hostel and mess fees are additional and optional. There are no capitation fees or donations charged by GNDEC.

Ques. Can students from Arts or Commerce background apply for B.Voc. Interior Design at GNDEC?

Ans. Yes, students from any stream - Science, Commerce, or Arts - who have passed 10+2 from a recognized board are eligible to apply for B.Voc. (Interior Design) at GNDEC. There is no stream restriction.

Ques. What are the career options after completing B.Voc. Interior Design from GNDEC?

Ans. Graduates can work as interior designers, space planners, furniture designers, set designers, or visual merchandisers in residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail sectors. They can also pursue higher studies such as M.Des or MBA in Design. The vocational nature of the degree also equips students to start their own interior design practice.

Ques. How many seats are available in B.Voc. Interior Design at GNDEC, and is it difficult to get admission?

Ans. The sanctioned intake is 30 seats. Since admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks and the course is relatively niche, competition is moderate. Students with good 10+2 scores (especially in best five subjects) have a reasonable chance of securing admission through the multiple counselling rounds conducted by GNDEC.

Ques. Is hostel facility available for B.Voc. Interior Design students at GNDEC, and what is the approximate cost?

Ans. Yes, hostel facility is available at GNDEC for B.Voc. students. The hostel fee is Rs. 14,272 per semester for boys and Rs. 11,908 per semester for girls. Mess fee is Rs. 15,200 per semester (includes Rs. 7,000 refundable mess security). Hostel is optional and not mandatory for the course.