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Footwear Design and Development - [FDDI]

Plot No: B-6 (P) Mega Industrial Park, Near IIT Bihta, India • 801106N/A(0)
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About Footwear Design and Development - [FDDI]

Footwear Design And Development Institute (FDDI) Patna, offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of Fashion Design and Footwear Design. Many reputed National and Multinational companies like Nike, Adidas, Puma, Reliance Retail, Landmark Group, and others visit the institute for on-campus interviews every year.  FDDI has 3 departments which are as follows:

  • FDDI School of Footwear Design & Production (FSFDP)
  • FDDI School of Retail & Fashion Merchandise (FSRFM)
  • FDDI School of Fashion Design (FSFD)

Direct Link to Apply for FDDI Admission

FDDI Patna Highlights

Type Govt. Institute
Courses offered UG and PG
Admission Criteria AIST/UCEED Entrance Exam
Application Mode | Fees Online |INR 600 & INR 300
Campus Area 10 Acres
Official website https://www.fddiindia.com

FDDI Patna Courses

Tabulated below are the courses offered by the Footwear Design and Development Institute Patna under various specializations: 

Course Name Specializations Total Seats Eligibility
B.Des Footwear Design & Production (FDP) 60 Passed 10+2 (HSC) from a recognized board in India or or in foreign country recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to 10+2 system or School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects or AICTE approved 3 -years full time Diploma after Class X offered by Board of Technical Education of any state or Union territory + a valid score in AIST 
Fashion Design (FD) 60
BBA Retail & Fashion Merchandise 60
MBA 60 Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from any Institute / University + obtained a valid score in AIST

Note: Candidates who have appeared for any exam and the results are pending are eligible to apply for the course, subject to submission of the result by 30 September of the admission year

FDDI Patna Admission

Fashion Design and Development Institute Patna offers admission through an entrance exam called AIST. Registration is done through online mode.

Application Procedure

Step 1: Visit the official website of the college and go to the ‘Admission’ tab.

Step 2: Register yourself by creating a login account with a valid email id and contact number.

Step 3: After successful registration, fill the online application form with all the required details.

Step 4: Upload a recent passport size scanned photograph and signature.

Step 5: Pay the application fee of INR 600 (General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS Category) and INR 300 (SC/ST/PWD Category) by online mode (Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Transfer).

Note: Candidates are advised to keep the printout of the application form for further reference along with proof of payment.

Selection Criteria

  • For admission in B.Des valid UCEED score is accepted. Students with valid UCEED will be exempted from AIST. For admission in BBA, M.Des and MBA students with a valid scorecard of All India Selection Test (AIST) can have admission to the course exam which will be followed by counseling. 

  • Candidates who are allotted a seat will be required to pay an amount of INR 25,000 at the time of counseling/ admission to reserve the seat. This includes INR 10,000 (Non-Refundable) as Registration Fee + INR 15,000 as Advance Fee to be adjusted against the balance fee.
  • The candidates will be given 10 working days from the date of reserving his seat or before the commencement of the program whichever is earlier to deposit the balance fee.

Reservation Criteria

Fashion Design and Development Institute Patna offers reservation for different categories in each program both sponsored as well as non-sponsored categories which are as follows:

Category Reservation
SC 15%
ST 7.5%
OBC (Non-Creamy) 27%
Differently Abled 3%
EWS 10%

FDDI Patna Placement

The Institute conducts a centralized placement drive at the campus for the students enrolled in various programs. It invites various reputed and multinational companies from Footwear, Leather and Retail Industry for placement drive. International companies like Uniqlo, PUCA Shoes, Apparel Group, Zomato, Blacberry, Dixcy Textiles, H&M visited the campus for recruitments. 

A total of 120 major recruiters have visited the campus and 83% of the students have been placed on the institute’s campuses. The placement cell plays a major role in counseling and guiding the students. The cell also organizes pre-placement activities like mock interviews, conferences, expert talks, seminars, etc. 

Read More FDDI Patna Placements

FDDI Patna Facilities​

Following are some of the facilities offered to the students to cater to their needs: 

  • Library: The institute has a resourceful library with a rich collection of books, Indian and foreign journals, magazines, newspapers, etc. It also has a facility of e-resources for the students as well as faculty members. It also has a wide collection of project reports and case studies. 
  • Sports: The campus has a newly constructed sports complex that offers facilities for sports like Tennis, Badminton, Basketball, etc. There are well-equipped indoor as well as an outdoor sports complex for the students. 
  • Auditorium: The campus has a world-class auditorium equipped with ultra-modern, professional-level light, sound systems, and an LCD system. It has a seating capacity of 300 people. 
  • Hostels: Both girls and boys’ students are provided separate hostel facilities with well-furnished rooms. There is a capacity of 288 in boys hostel and 144 for girls. The hostel is offered on the first-cum-first-serve basis and the fee is to be paid at the beginning of each semester in advance. 

FDDI Patna Faculty

The faculty of Fashion Design and Development Institute Patna consists of Foreign and Indian experts in the field of Footwear, Fashion Design, Technology and Management, and Retail. The faculty members of the institute have acquired training from some of the leading institutions in India and Abroad. Moreover, they have hands-on experience on consultancy assignments to the industries across India and countries in the Indian subcontinent and South-East Asia to assist the Footwear industry for boosting productivity, product development and solving their problems. The visiting faculty consists of top professionals in the industry from the field of Fashion Design, Footwear Design and Production Management, Visual Merchandiser and Retail.

Why FDDI Patna?

  • Academic programs covering niche areas like Fashion, Footwear, Retail and Leather Goods.
  • FDDI approved as “Centre of Excellence” to take up research and innovation, as a pioneer, in the core domain
  • Awards Degree under the institution of National Importance (INI) just like IITs and IIMs.
  • One of the 3 leading universities/ institutions in the world taking up higher education in the core domain – Thomas Bata University, Czech Republic and University of Northampton, UK.
  • Curriculum designed and developed by the participation of experts from eminent institutions/ organizations such as the University of Northampton – UK, NIFT, IIM, IIT, Council of Leather Exports, etc.
  • Courses designed to produce Industrial experiments indispersed with academia in terms of Internship, Live Projects, Field Visits, Case Studies, etc.
  • Well qualified faculties – with prolonged experience and exposure in taking up International assignments and projects.
  • FDDI has a strong presence in countries like Ethiopia, South Africa, Nepal, Bangladesh,
    Sri Lanka, Vietnam, etc. for training and consultancy.
  • World-class infrastructure spread in acres of land with 12 PAN India campuses
  • Alumni are well-established names as Vice President, CEOs in national and multinational companies
  • Centralized placements – equal opportunities for all eligible candidates. It has a track record of more than 85% placement with more than 200 national and international companies participating every year during placement drive.

FDDI Patna FAQs

Ques. Does FDDI offer scholarships?

Ans. Students can apply for scholarships offered by government agencies as per their processes and eligibility criteria. FDDI does not offer any scholarship of its own. The institute only facilitates the process by processing/forwarding scholarship applications of eligible students as per defined criteria. Some of the government scholarships are:

  • Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme
  • West Bengal Tribal Development Co-Operative Ltd

Ques. How can I download the admit card?

Ans. You can download the admit card from the official website of the institute. Candidates are advised to regularly check the FDDI website for updates. Admit Cards and Results for AIST will be available on the FDDI website only. No separate communication will be sent by post.

Ques. What is the age limit to apply for admission?

Ans. The age limit to apply for admission in the UG program is 25 years and no age limit to apply for admission in the PG program.

Ques. Can I choose the city for giving the entrance exam as per my preference?

Ans. Yes, you can choose the city based on your choice. All the eligible candidates will have to appear for the written entrance examination at the Examination Centres opted by them. The written entrance examination is designed to test the knowledge, skill and aptitude of the candidates for the program opted.

Ques. What are the admission criteria for NRI category candidates?

Ans. 10% of seats are reserved in each program for NRI/ Industry Sponsored candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. The candidates will get interviewed and the selection shall be done on merit basis.

Ques. Does FDDI Patna provide an accommodation facility?

Ans. Yes, FDDI Patna provides accommodation facilities. The institute has a separate hostel for both boys and girls. The hostel has all the basic facilities such as mess, well-furnished rooms and many more.

Courses & Fees

Explore Courses

Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
4
Lowest Fee
₹1,61,900
Highest Fee
₹2,45,500
Streams
3
DesignVocational CoursesManagement
Admission
Submission Date for Online Application for Admission via AIST 2025 [B.Des]
Start: 15 Nov 2024
Last Date: 20 Apr 2025
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
FDDI AIST2025
11 May 25
UCEED2025
19 Jan 25
Specializations
2 available
Fashion Design
Bachelor of Design [B.Des] (Fashion Design)
1st Year Fee
₹1,84,700
Total Fee
₹6,73,800
Cutoff
N/A
Footwear Design And Production Management
Bachelor of Design [B.Des] (Footwear Design and Production Management)
1st Year Fee
₹1,84,700
Total Fee
₹6,73,800
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Last Date to Apply (With Late Fee) (Certificate in Vocational Courses)
Start: 30 Apr 2024
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Specializations
7 available
Non-Leather Footwear Manufacturing
Certificate in Non-Leather Footwear Manufacturing
1st Year Fee
₹30,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Footwear Upper Assembly Operator
Certificate in Footwear Upper Assembly Operator
1st Year Fee
₹18,000
Total Fee
₹18,000
Cutoff
N/A
Footwear Bottom Component Operator (Insole)
Certificate in Footwear Bottom Component Operator (Insole)
1st Year Fee
₹5,000
Total Fee
₹5,000
Cutoff
N/A
Footwear Bottom Component Operator (Sole)
Certificate in Footwear Bottom Component Operator (Sole)
1st Year Fee
₹5,000
Total Fee
₹5,000
Cutoff
N/A
Footwear Cutting Operator
Certificate in Footwear Cutting Operator
1st Year Fee
₹18,500
Total Fee
₹18,500
Cutoff
N/A
Footwear Designing
Certificate in Footwear Designing
1st Year Fee
₹30,000
Total Fee
₹30,000
Cutoff
N/A
Footwear Manufacturing Technology
Certificate course in Footwear Manufacturing Technology [FMT]
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹60,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Submission Date for Online Application for Admission via AIST 2025 [BBA]
Start: 15 Nov 2024
Last Date: 20 Apr 2025
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
FDDI AIST2025
11 May 25
Specializations
1 available
Retail and Fashion Merchandise
Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA] (Retail and Fashion Merchandise)
1st Year Fee
₹1,61,900
Total Fee
₹5,82,600
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Submission Date for Online Application for Admission via AIST 2025 [MBA]
Start: 15 Nov 2024
Last Date: 20 Apr 2025
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
FDDI AIST2025
11 May 25
Specializations
1 available
Fashion Merchandising And Retail Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Fashion Merchandising and Retail Management)
1st Year Fee
₹2,45,500
Total Fee
₹4,68,600
Cutoff
N/A

Admission Process

Admission to Footwear Design and Development - [FDDI] is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

FDDI AISTUCEED
Placements & Recruiters

Footwear Design and Development - [FDDI] Placement Details

Footwear Design and Development - [FDDI] in Patna, Bihar, India placement details include salary insights, top recruiters, and hiring trends to help students understand career outcomes and campus opportunities.

Students usually compare highest package, average package, and recruiter profile before applying. This section gives a compact overview of career outcomes and placement visibility in Patna, Bihar, India.

Recruiters
15
Salary Metrics
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Average Package

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Top Recruiters

Leading companies associated with the college’s placement ecosystem.

Showing 15 recruiters
  • ITC
  • Bata
  • Tata
  • DLF
  • Tommy Hilfiger
  • Arvind Lifestyles
  • Decathlon
  • Zara
  • Pantaloons
  • Hidesign
  • Big Basket
  • Lifestyle
  • Louis Vuitton
  • Adidas
  • Redtape
Campus Facilities

Footwear Design and Development - [FDDI] Facilities

Footwear Design and Development - [FDDI] in Patna, Bihar, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Patna, Bihar, India.

Total Facilities
8
Academic Support
5
Student Life
2
  • Library
    Academic

    Library

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Security
    Facility

    Security

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Wi-FI Campus
    Student Life

    Wi-FI Campus

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Laboratory
    Academic

    Laboratory

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • e-classroom
    Academic

    e-classroom

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Classrooms
    Academic

    Classrooms

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Comp Labs
    Academic

    Comp Labs

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

Faculty

Mr. Ashish Dikshit

Chairman

Mr. Deepak Choudhary

Consultant

Mr. K. Elayaraja

Sr. Faculty

Mr. Naresh Kumar

Faculty Member

Mr. Abdul Rahuman M

Sr. Faculty

Mr. Pradeep Srivastava

Sr. Faculty

Dr. Krishi Sarin

Jr. Consultant, HOS

Contact Information

Plot No: B-6 (P) Mega Industrial Park, Near IIT Bihta<br> India

Pincode: 801106

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