The B.Des (Fashion Design) at M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (MSRUAS), Bangalore, is a four-year full-time undergraduate design programme offered from the Technology Campus, Peenya. MSRUAS is a NAAC Grade A+ accredited, UGC-recognised state private university, ranked 75 by NIRF 2025 in the Engineering category and in the 101-150 band among Higher Education Institutions. The programme equips graduates with expertise in fashion design principles, garment construction and pattern making, textile science and fabric studies, fashion illustration, trend forecasting, apparel merchandising, and fashion communication, preparing them for careers in the rapidly growing digital product design industry. The annual fee is INR 3,50,000 and the intake is 30 students.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the B.Des Fashion Design programme at MSRUAS Bangalore for 2026-27 are open; candidates with UCEED, NID DAT, NIFT, AIEED, or CUET-UG scores are exempted from RUAS-AT; apply at admissions.msruas.ac.in.
Key Points
- MSRUAS B.Des Fashion Design is a NAAC Grade A+, UGC-recognised university programme ranked 75 by NIRF 2025 in Engineering.
- Covers garment construction, textile science, pattern making, trend forecasting, and apparel merchandising over eight semesters with a final design collection.
- Annual fee is INR 3,50,000; total for four years is INR 14,00,000 as per the official MSRUAS fee structure.
- Candidates with UCEED, NID DAT, NIFT, or AIEED scores are exempted from RUAS-AT; intake is 30 students at the Peenya Technology Campus.
MSRUAS Bangalore B.Des Fashion Design Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee | INR 3,50,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years) | INR 14,00,000 |
- Fees per official MSRUAS course page (msruas.ac.in), 2026-27 admissions.
- Hostel charges separate; contact MSRUAS Directorate of Admissions.
- Fee may vary by admission category; verify at msruas.ac.in.
MSRUAS Bangalore B.Des Fashion Design Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-UG 2026 Registration Start | Jan 3, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 Exam | May 11 to May 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 Result | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
| MSRUAS B.Des Applications Close | June 2026 (check admissions.msruas.ac.in) |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| CUET-UG | February 26, 2026 | May 11 to May 31, 2026 | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
- UCEED / NID DAT / NIFT / AIEED / CUET-UG holders exempt from RUAS-AT.
- Apply at admissions.msruas.ac.in; intake limited to 30 students.
- Minimum age 17 years as of 31 December of the admission year.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 12th Standard / 2nd PUC or equivalent from any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts) from a recognised board.
- Minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks in the qualifying examination (45 percent for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms).
- Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as of 31 December of the year of admission.
- A valid score in UCEED, NID DAT, NIFT, AIEED, or CUET-UG exempts candidates from RUAS-AT; others must appear for RUAS-AT.
Admission Process
- Secure a valid score in UCEED, NID DAT, NIFT, AIEED, or CUET-UG; or register for and appear in RUAS-AT conducted by MSRUAS.
- Apply online at admissions.msruas.ac.in; upload 12th mark sheet and design entrance exam scorecard.
- Receive a Provisional Offer Letter from MSRUAS; complete fee payment within the deadline stated in the offer letter.
- Submit original 12th certificates and mark sheets at the MSRUAS Directorate of Admissions (Technology Campus, Peenya, Bangalore) for document verification.
- Receive the Final Admission Letter and complete enrolment formalities before classes commence in August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- 12th pass students passionate about fashion design seeking NAAC A+ degree in Bangalore
- Candidates with UCEED/NID DAT/NIFT scores wanting BCI design at lower cost than NIFT
- Students targeting garment, textile export, or fashion retail careers in South India
- Aspiring fashion entrepreneurs wanting structured design and portfolio education
- Karnataka-domicile students eligible for SC/ST/OBC scholarship benefits
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting NIFT/NID brand for premium fashion house placement and peer network
- Candidates needing pan-India fashion industry contacts through alumni network
- Students preferring UX/product design over fashion/apparel design curriculum
- Those requiring fashion week exposure or runway-level industry connections during studies
MSRUAS Bangalore B.Des Fashion Design Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| MSRUAS Merit Scholarship | Fee concession (varying) | Top-ranked students at MSRUAS; contact admissions for details |
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka-domicile students; apply via state scholarship portal after joining |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | As per government norms | OBC/BC/Minority students from Karnataka; apply via Karnataka state scholarship portal |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8,00,000 per year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in in August |
- Karnataka SC/ST students: full fee reimbursement via state scholarship portal.
- AICTE Pragati for girls: up to INR 50,000 per year.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in; income below INR 8L.
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