Xavier Institute of Design (XID), Indore, is a nascent private design school with Jesuit educational ethos and managed under the Xavier Group, which is highly esteemed. Housed in the educational hub city of Indore, Madhya Pradesh, XID aims to develop creativity, innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility through design thinking and experiential education.
Set up very recently to cater to the growing need for high-quality design education in Central India, XID is set to emerge as a hub of excellence in design education and research. The institute integrates international pedagogy, robust industry interfaces, and a socially responsible curriculum.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Xavier Institute of Design (XID) |
Location |
Indore, Madhya Pradesh |
Established Year |
2021 |
Approved By |
UGC-recognized university collaboration (via Xavier network) |
Campus Type |
Private & Urban |
Special Features |
Jesuit Legacy, Design Thinking Curriculum, Industry Mentorship, Studio-Based Learning, Social Impact Design |
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
December 2024 |
Application Deadline |
April 2025 |
Portfolio Submission |
March – May 2025 |
Interview Rounds |
April – May 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
July 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Undergraduate (B.Des):
Step |
Details |
Application |
Online via XID admissions portal |
Entrance Exam |
XID Design Aptitude Test (XIDAT) or UCEED scores accepted |
Portfolio Review |
Mandatory – assessed on creativity, concept, and presentation |
Personal Interview |
Focus on motivation, awareness, and design thinking |
Final Offer |
Based on merit, portfolio, and interview performance |
Postgraduate (M.Des):
Step |
Details |
Application |
Online via XID portal |
Entrance Exam |
CEED/XIDAT or equivalent test |
Portfolio Review |
Required for all applicants |
Interview Round |
In-depth discussion on professional goals and portfolio |
Final Offer |
Holistic assessment including experience and academic records |
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility Criteria |
Merit-Based Scholarship |
Top entrance test scores + portfolio excellence |
Jesuit Educational Grant |
For students from Jesuit institutions with good standing |
Women in Design Fellowship |
Empowering women designers |
Design for Change Award |
Social innovation through design |
Need-Based Financial Assistance |
Income documents and supporting financial assessment |
Parameter |
Details |
Average Package |
Rs6.5 – Rs8.0 LPA (M.Des) |
Highest Package |
Rs15+ LPA (UX, Product Design) |
Top Recruiters |
TCS Design Lab, Infosys, L&T, Elephant Design, Amazon |
Internship Partners |
Microsoft, IKEA, Ministry of Textiles, NDTV, FabIndia |
Career Services |
Portfolio building, mock design reviews, mentor panels |
Alumni Pathways |
Startups, Global Design Firms, Higher Studies Abroad |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Des | ₹95k (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
Dip. | ₹85k (1st Year Fees) | Graduation |
148, opposite Dimension, Scheme 54 PU4 Indore - 452011 Madhya Pradesh, India
Applications Open for All Courses 2024