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Study Arts & Design in India 🇮🇳

India offers 40 Arts & Design programs across 24 universities. Tuition ranges from $5k–$219k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students.

40 Programs
24 Universities
$5k–$219k/yr Tuition
13% STEM
8% Scholarships

Why India for Arts & Design?

Living Cost

$4,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (19) Master (16) PhD (5)

Top Universities for Arts & Design in India

Indian Institute of Science

Bangalore · National rank #2 · QS #211

Master of Design (M.Des) in Product Design and Engineering · Master Master of Design (M.Des) · Master
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Mumbai · National rank #3 · QS #118

Bachelor of Design · Bachelor Master of Design (M.Des.) · Master
Banaras Hindu University

Varanasi · National rank #5 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Painting · Bachelor
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

Hyderabad · National rank #7 · QS #664

Master of Design (M.Des) · Master Master of Design (M.Des) by Research · Master
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Coimbatore · National rank #8 · QS #1001

B.Sc. in Visual Communication · Bachelor
Jadavpur University

Kolkata · National rank #9 · QS #676

Bachelor of Arts in English · Bachelor Master of Arts in Comparative Literature · Master PhD in English · PhD
National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli · National rank #9 · QS #731

Doctor of Philosophy (Humanities) · PhD
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Guwahati · National rank #11 · QS #334

Bachelor of Design · Bachelor Master of Design · Master PhD in Design · PhD
Loyola College, Chennai

Chennai · National rank #14

Master of Vocational Studies (M.Voc.) in 3D Animation · Master Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Visual Communication · Master M.Phil. in Arts (various specializations) · PhD
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology

Bhubaneswar · National rank #17 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) · Bachelor
University of Mumbai

Mumbai · National rank #17 · QS #664

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) · Bachelor
Mumbai University

Mumbai · National rank #17 · QS #664

Master of Arts in English Literature · Master Bachelor of Mass Media · Bachelor
Aligarh Muslim University

Aligarh · National rank #19 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) · Bachelor Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Painting · Master
University of Rajasthan

Jaipur · National rank #20

PhD in Music · PhD B.A. General · Bachelor
Symbiosis International University

Pune · National rank #24 · QS #696

Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Communication Design · Bachelor Master of Design (M.Des) in User Experience Design · Master Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Liberal Arts · Bachelor
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies

Mumbai · National rank #24 · QS #593

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Liberal Arts · Bachelor
Kerala University

Thiruvananthapuram · National rank #25

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) · Bachelor
B.Sc. in Visual Communication · Bachelor
Panjab University

Chandigarh · National rank #35 · QS #901

Bachelor of Fine Arts · Bachelor
Guru Nanak Dev University

Amritsar · National rank #38

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Painting · Master

All Programs

PhD in Music

University of Rajasthan

PhD

Master of Vocational Studies (M.Voc.) in 3D Animation

Loyola College, Chennai

Master

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Visual Communication

Loyola College, Chennai

Master

M.Phil. in Arts (various specializations)

Loyola College, Chennai

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in English

Jadavpur University

Bachelor

Master of Arts in Comparative Literature

Jadavpur University

Master

PhD in English

Jadavpur University

PhD

Master of Design (M.Des) in Product Design and Engineering

Indian Institute of Science

Master STEM

Master of Design (M.Des)

Indian Institute of Science

Master

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Aligarh Muslim University

Bachelor

M.A. in Cultural Studies

Tezpur University

Master

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Painting

Aligarh Muslim University

Master

Bachelor of Design

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Bachelor STEM

Master of Design (M.Des.)

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Master STEM Aid

Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Communication Design

Symbiosis International University

Bachelor

Master of Design (M.Des) in User Experience Design

Symbiosis International University

Master

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Liberal Arts

Symbiosis International University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Painting

Banaras Hindu University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Panjab University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Design (B.Des.)

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology

Bachelor Aid

Bachelor of Design

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Bachelor

Master of Design

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Master

PhD in Design

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

PhD

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Liberal Arts

Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies

Bachelor

B.Sc. in Visual Communication

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Bachelor

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

University of Mumbai

Bachelor

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

University of Lucknow

Bachelor

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

University of Lucknow

Master

Master of Design (M.Des)

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

Master STEM

Master of Design (M.Des) by Research

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

Master STEM

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Painting

Guru Nanak Dev University

Master

Master of Arts in English Literature

Mumbai University

Master

Bachelor of Mass Media

Mumbai University

Bachelor

B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)

Chaudhary Charan Singh University

Bachelor

M.A. (Master of Arts)

Chaudhary Charan Singh University

Master

Doctor of Philosophy (Humanities)

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli

PhD Aid

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Kerala University

Bachelor

B.A. General

University of Rajasthan

Bachelor

B.Sc. in Visual Communication

Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy (SASTRA) University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Bundelkhand University

Bachelor

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Arts & Design in India?
Tuition for Arts & Design programs in India ranges from $5k–$219k/yr. 8% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $4k.
What are the English language requirements for Arts & Design in India?
English-taught Arts & Design programs in India typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Arts & Design programs are in India?
Abroadly lists 40 Arts & Design programs at 24 universities across India. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Arts & Design programs in India STEM-designated?
13% of Arts & Design programs in India carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is India a good country for Arts & Design students?
India is a strong choice for Arts & Design with 24 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Hindi/English, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Arts & Design in India?
In India, Arts & Design programs are offered at: PhD (5 programs), Master (16 programs), Bachelor (19 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.