Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... Highlights

Highlights

Feature	Details
Full Name	Samana College of Design Studies
Popularly Known As	SCDS Vijayawada
Location	Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Established Year	2010
Type	Private Design College
Approved By	Recognized under Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE)
Affiliation	Partnered with international design bodies & skill certification agencies
Accreditation	NAAC Accreditation in process; ISO Certified
Campus Size	3+ acres with design labs, studios, and incubation facilities
Governing Body	Samana Educational Society, Vijayawada

 

Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... Important Dates

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Important Dates (Tentative for 2025 Admissions)

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

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Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... Admission Process

Admission Procedure Mode of Admission: UG Programs: Based on SCDS Design Aptitude Test + Personal Interview PG Programs: Bachelor’s degree + Design Entrance/Portfolio Review + Intervi...

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Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... Scholarship

Scholarships Scholarship Type Eligibility Merit-Based Scholarships Based on academic scores (12th / UG) and entrance exam result...

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Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... Placements

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

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Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... Rankings

Ranked 116 for Overall by Indiatoday 2022

 

Ranking Body	Ranking/Recognition (2024)
India Today (Design)	Ranked among Top 25 Emerging Design Colleges in India
Education World	Featured in Top 10 Design Colleges in South India
ISO Certification	ISO 9001:2015 Certified
International Recognition	Member of International Council of Design (ICoD)

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Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... Ratings & Reviews

Academics

8.9 / 10

Faculty

9.8 / 10

Infrastructure

9.1 / 10

Placement

9.0 / 10

Social Life

9.1 / 10

Accommodation

9.5 / 10

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Samana College of Design Studies, (SCDS)... FAQs

Is SCDS a recognized design institute?

Yes, SCDS is a private design institute recognized under APSCHE with ISO certification and international tie-ups.

Do they conduct their own entrance test?

Yes, SCDS conducts a Design Aptitude Test + Interview/Portfolio Review for admissions.

Is hostel accommodation available?

Yes, the institute provides safe, modern hostel facilities for both boys and girls.

Does SCDS provide international exposure?

Yes, MoUs with global design universities offer student exchange and certification programs.

What career support is offered?

The institute provides placements, internships, entrepreneurship mentoring, and portfolio guidance.

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