GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata Highlights

Highlights

Feature	Details
Full Name	GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata
Popularly Known As	GIFT Kolkata
Location	Salt Lake City, Sector V, Kolkata, West Bengal
Established Year	1999
Type	Private Design Institute
Affiliated To	Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), West Bengal
Approved By	UGC & AICTE (Programs approved through MAKAUT)
Accreditation	ISO 9001:2015 Certified; NAAC accreditation (in process)
Campus Size	1.5 acres (urban campus with design labs and studios)
Governing Body	Global Institute of Fashion Technology Trust

GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata Important Dates

(Tentative)

Important Dates (Tentative for 2025 Admissions)

Event	Date
Application Start Date	January 2025
Last Date to Apply	May 2025
GIFT Entrance Exam / Interview	May – June 2025
Merit List / Admission Offers	June – July 2025
Academic Session Begins	August 2025

Refer to official notifications for exact dates.

GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata Admission Process

Admission Procedure Mode of Admission: Direct admission based on academic merit and personal interview   Candidates may also appear for the GIFT Entrance Test (GET) conducted by the ...

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GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata Scholarship

Scholarships Scholarship Type Eligibility Merit-Based Scholarship Based on 10+2 / Graduation performance G...

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GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata Placements

Placements Parameter Details Top Recruiters Pantaloons, Raymond, Tanishq, Shoppers Stop, FabIndia, Decathlon, Lifestyle, Asian P...

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GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata Rankings

Rankings & Recognitions

Ranking Body	Ranking/Recognition (2024)
India Today Design Survey	Among Top 10 Private Design Colleges in East India
SiliconIndia	Ranked “Best Fashion Design Institute in West Bengal”
Times Education Icons	Emerging Institute for Creative Design Learning
ISO Certification	ISO 9001:2015 Certified
MAKAUT Affiliation	Recognized Centre for Professional Design Programs

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GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata Ratings & Reviews

Academics

9.7 / 10

Faculty

9.3 / 10

Infrastructure

9.0 / 10

Placement

8.7 / 10

Social Life

8.6 / 10

Accommodation

9.6 / 10

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GIFT Design Academy, Kolkata FAQs

Is GIFT Design Academy affiliated with a university?

Yes, GIFT Kolkata is affiliated with MAKAUT (Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology), West Bengal.

What is the mode of admission at GIFT?

Admission is based on merit, GIFT Entrance Test, and personal interview along with portfolio evaluation.

Does the institute provide internship opportunities?

Yes, every student must complete an industry internship or live project as part of their curriculum.

What is the placement scenario at GIFT?

Over 90% of students get placed through campus drives and industry collaborations annually.

Are international tie-ups available?

Yes, GIFT has collaborations with global design institutes for student exchange programs, study tours, and joint workshops.

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