Vogue Institute of Art and Design (VIAD), Bangalore, admissions are open for the 2026-27 academic session. The institute offers UG, PG, diploma, and certificate programs in Fashion Design, Interior Design, Animation, and related disciplines. Candidates are selected based on a minimum of 50% marks in their board or qualifying examination, along with a minimum of 50% in the institute's own aptitude test (VIAD Aptitude Test). No external exam scores such as CUET or UCEED are required.

The application fee is INR 1,000 (non-refundable), payable online immediately after form submission. Degree program applications close on August 01, 2026, with sessions starting in June/July 2026. Diploma and certificate programs follow a rolling intake with three intake points per year (March, June, September).

Vogue Institute Admission Dates 2026

Degree admissions follow a fixed window. Diploma and certificate intakes run on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis with three intake points per year.

Program Application Opens Application Closes Session Starts
B.Sc, BVA, B.Des November 2025 Aug 01, 2026 June / July 2026
M.Des (FDM / IDM) August / September 2026
All Diploma Programs March / June / September Rolling Intake March / June / September
Certificate Programs Jan – Dec (Rolling)

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm.

Vogue Institute Admission 2026

Admissions at Vogue Institute are conducted within a defined cycle for degree programs, while diploma and certificate programs offer flexibility through a rolling intake. The table below shows the course-wise specializations, seats, and admission criteria.

Program Specialization Seats Eligibility and Admission Process
B.Sc Fashion and Apparel Designing Fashion and Apparel Designing 90 10+2 / PUC with minimum 50% in board exams + minimum 50% in VIAD Aptitude Test
B.Sc (IDD) Interior Design and Decoration Interior Design and Decoration 60
BVA Animation and Multimedia Animation and Game Art 60
B.Des (Bachelor of Design) Fashion Design / Interior Design 30 per program
M.Des (Master of Design) Fashion Design Management / Interior Design Management 50 per program Graduation from a recognized university (any stream); minimum 50% in graduation + minimum 50% in VIAD Aptitude Test + Counselling
Diploma and Advanced Diploma Programs GDFDM, GDID, GDJDM, GDGWD, GDVE, GD3D, ADVFX-PRO, AGD (Multimedia), DFD (Weekend), DID (Weekend), DJD-CAD – Class 10 pass or above (any board); no minimum percentage required; direct admission on first-come, first-served basis
Certificate Courses CFD-CAD, C-GD, CWD, C-Rhino, C-Matrix, CDGI, Cgem – Class 10 pass or above; direct admission on rolling basis throughout the year

Vogue Institute Admission Process 2026

The admission process at Vogue Institute is fully online. Degree admissions are aptitude-test based; diploma and certificate admissions are direct. Seats for all programs are allotted strictly on a first-come, first-served basis after eligibility is confirmed.

Step Details
Step 1 – Online Registration Fill the application form on the official Vogue Institute website
Step 2 – Application Fee Payment Pay INR 1,000 (non-refundable) online immediately after form submission to activate the application
Step 3 – Aptitude Test Link Test link sent to the registered email ID on the scheduled date
Step 4 – Appear for VIAD Aptitude Test Online test covering Logical Reasoning, English, Design Skills, and General Knowledge; minimum 50% required to qualify
Step 5 – Eligibility Check Minimum 50% in both the aptitude test and the qualifying board/graduation exam
Step 6 – Offer Letter Sent to shortlisted candidates via email
Step 7 – Seat Booking Pay the seat booking fee within the deadline; seats are not held beyond the deadline
Step 8 – Document Submission Submit mark sheets, ID proof, and other required documents for verification
Step 9 – Admission Confirmation Seat confirmed after fee payment and document verification
Step 10 – Session Start Classes begin in June / July 2026 for degree programs

Vogue Institute Scholarships 2026

Vogue Institute offers four government-backed, merit-linked scholarships for eligible students. There are no separate institute-funded scholarships. Students must apply through official government portals and submit valid documents to avail the benefits. Scholarship amounts depend on government rules and fund availability each year.

Scholarship Eligibility
National Scholarship (Minority) Minority community students
Defence Scholarship Children of defence personnel
Academic Merit (Karnataka Government) 90% or above in Class 12 / PUC
Sports Scholarship State or national-level sports achievers

Vogue Institute Admission FAQs

Ques. Is the VIAD Aptitude Test compulsory for all programs at Vogue Institute?

Ans. The VIAD Aptitude Test is compulsory for all UG (B.Sc, BVA, B.Des) and PG (M.Des) degree programs. There is no exemption or waiver for degree program admissions. For diploma and certificate programs, no aptitude test is required; admission is direct on a first-come, first-served basis for candidates who have passed Class 10 or above.

Ques. What is the VIAD Aptitude Test and what does it cover?

Ans. The VIAD Aptitude Test is Vogue Institute's own entrance examination for degree program admissions. It is conducted online, and the test link is sent to the registered email ID on the scheduled date. The test covers four areas: Logical Reasoning, English Language Proficiency, Design Skills Awareness, and General Knowledge. The qualifying threshold is 50%. Students from any stream of Class 12 can appear; no specific science or commerce background is required.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility to apply for B.Sc (Fashion and Apparel Designing) at Vogue Institute?

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or PUC with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board. In addition, they must score a minimum of 50% in the VIAD Aptitude Test. Candidates who have scored below 50% in Class 12 are not eligible for any degree program at Vogue Institute. However, they can apply for Graduate Diploma programs such as GDFDM (Fashion Designing and Management) or GDID (Interior Design), which have no minimum percentage requirement and accept anyone who has passed Class 10 or above.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka or from other countries apply to Vogue Institute?

Ans. Yes. Vogue Institute accepts students from all states across India without any state-level domicile restriction. Students who have completed Class 12 from outside Karnataka must produce a migration certificate at the time of document verification. International students can apply through the institute's dedicated international students program. The eligibility criteria (minimum 50% in qualifying exam and VIAD Aptitude Test) remain the same for all applicants regardless of state or country of origin.