How much is the annual hostel fee for B.Des programme at NIFT Hyderabad?

NIFT's 4-year tuition fee is around INR 13 Lakhs. While Woxsen University's tuition is similar (around INR 13.45 lakh), its mandatory hostel and meal plans add another INR 12.6 Lakhs, making NIFT significantly more affordable. 

NIFT Bangalore typically has higher national rankings and stricter cutoffs. However, NIFT Hyderabad is a top-tier "mid-level" campus known for superior architectural infrastructure, a lower cost of living, and deep ties to both the Hitech City IT hub and traditional craft sectors. 

NIFT is a government-funded statutory body providing a globally recognised degree at a lower cost (around INR 13 lakh). Pearl Academy is a private institute with higher fees (around INR 32 lakh+) but offers more flexible, industry-facing portfolios and international collaborations for students. 

Yes, 15% of seats are reserved for students with a permanent domicile in Telangana. You will need to provide a valid state domicile certificate from the school.

The seat distribution (regular) for B.Des specialisations at NIFT Hyderabad campus is as follows:

Note: In addition to these, there are 5 supernumerary seats per academic programme reserved for NRI/Foreign National candidates, as well as domicile reservations