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Cummins College of Engineering for Women in Pune is recognised by excellent placement records, especially in information technology and engineering. The placement statistics for this institute are commendable, with over 90% of students placed during the placement drives.

The highest package that was offered to a student recently was INR 55 LPA, primarily from companies like Microsoft. The average package for the graduates is approximately INR 13 LPA, while several students have bagged offers from reputed firms like Cognizant, TCS, Wipro, and Infosys.

The news also sees a background concerning the 100% placement rate garnered by the IT department last year, meaning that 100% of students belonging to that particular stream could be placed. Cummins College, in that way, is an excellent choice for women engineering graduates considering this kind of strong placement support and record of successful placement results.

More than 95% of the students at the DJ Academy of Design have been placed in regular companies and institutes offering the same or higher studies. The academy has ties with more than 200 recruiting companies like Titan Industries, Hindustan Copper Limited, Schneider Electric IT India Ltd & Infosys, Nilkamal, etc. In terms of the placement opportunities, the maximum salary offered is approximately INR 18,00,000 per annum and the median is approximately INR 6,00,000 to INR 7,00,000 per annum. The academy has also got recognition for its performance in design education in India ranking 18th in IIRF 2023 ranking of top design colleges in India and 4th in TOI 2022 ranking of top design colleges in Tamil Nadu.

The placement cell of DJ Academy Of Design is always active in promoting internships and final project placements, particularly through the third year of their course. In the B.Des in Communication Design, for instance, the trainees have had potential places in Infosys, HCL, TCS, and Funskool, among others. In some reviews, though, students have not been given placements constantly during summer internships at the end of the third year.

All in all, placement ratings are mixed; some students raised questions as to whether the placement process would actually work for them and what type of jobs they were going to get, fairly slanted on the side of corporate rather than creative studios.

Hi. Entrance exams are accepted by DJ Academy Of Design for admission to M.Des:

Enrollment into the Postgraduate Programme is determined by the scores from the Undergraduation examination, performance in the DJAD Entrance Exam for Design 2023 (DEED 2024), and the Personal Interview at DJAD, Coimbatore.

DEED 2024 and the Personal Interview assess applicants’ design aptitude, evaluating skills in Sketching, Visualisation, Creativity, and Problem-solving.

During the interview, candidates are required to present a Work Portfolio showcasing their creative endeavors, such as drawings, paintings, photographs, films/videos, craftwork, projects, models, etc.

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DJ Academy of Design could be said to be at the higher end in terms of fees, as B.Des. and M.Des. would cost between INR 1,50,000 and INR 2,00,000 per year. It may be a little pricey compared to some of the other design institutions. The fee is justified because the academy focuses on high-quality education, experienced faculty, industry collaborations, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Further, the institute provides opportunities of exposure through real projects and internships that help the students achieve better career opportunities. For eligible students, scholarships and financial aids can be accessed to cope with the expense.

Hi. Entrance exams are accepted by DJ Academy Of Design for admission to M.Des:

Enrollment into the Postgraduate Programme is determined by the scores from the Undergraduate examination, performance in the DJAD Entrance Exam for Design 2023 (DEED 2024), and the Personal Interview at DJAD, Coimbatore.

DEED 2024 and the Personal Interview assess applicants’ design aptitude, evaluating skills in Sketching, Visualisation, Creativity, and Problem-solving.

During the interview, candidates are required to present a Work Portfolio showcasing their creative endeavors, such as drawings, paintings, photographs, films/videos, craftwork, projects, models, etc.

PG - ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To be eligible for admission, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

Possess an undergraduate degree of minimum 3 years duration in any specialization with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

Hold a full-time diploma of a minimum of 4 years duration in Design / Fine Arts / Applied Arts / Architecture with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks, following from any university or institute recognized by law in India.

Condition: Applicants must have passed, appeared for, or be appearing for the Diploma examinations before July of the year of admission.

Age Requirement: Applicants should be more than 20 years of age and less than or equal to 25 years of age as of 31st July of the year of applying.

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Hi.Eligibility criteria for B.Des. at DJ Academy Of Design::

1.Candidates must have successfully completed the 12th standard or its equivalent from any stream, recognized by State Boards or Central Boards (such as CBSE, ICSE, etc.), with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.

2. Alternatively, candidates who have completed a three-year Diploma with 50% aggregate marks (after 10th Std) from any stream, from an institution recognized by AICTE/State Govt., are also eligible.

3.Those currently appearing for or have completed these qualifying examinations before July of the year of admission to B.Des. can apply.

4. The candidate’s age should not exceed 22 years as of 31st July in the year of application.

The admission is done based on the performance in the DJAD Entrance Exam on Design (DEED) and in the Personal Interview conducted by DJAD Coimbatore.

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Yes, DJ Academy Of Design (DJAD) is considered a good choice for pursuing a B.Des. It is a well-established design institute in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, offering specialised courses in design fields such as Interior Design, Animation and Filmmaking, Industrial Design, and User Experience Design. DJAD is affiliated with Alagappa University and has a solid reputation for offering quality education with modern facilities and dedicated faculty members. It has an excellent focus on creativity and technical skill development, combining academic learning with industry connections through collaborations with design institutions and design firms.