Masters of Design (MDes) 2025

The MDes programs at the School of Design, IIT Jodhpur combine creativity, technology, and innovation to equip aspiring designers with the skills and industry exposure needed to push the boundaries of design. Whether you’re passionate about immersive experiences in XR Design or pioneering smart products for the future, this program provides the tools and expertise to bring your ideas to life. The School of Design, IIT Jodhpur currently offers two MDes programs: XR Design and Smart Product Design.

MDes in XR Design

The MDes XR Design is a pathbreaking program in the emerging area of Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR), and Virtual Reality (VR) experience design that addresses the growing need of the industry to create useful, engaging, and socially relevant experiences that extend the real world or live entirely in the virtual, in areas such as healthcare, entertainment, and education.

MDes in Smart Product Design

The world around us is undergoing a dramatic transformation. We are increasingly interconnected, with a growing number of everyday products evolving into intelligent companions. The MDes in Smart Product Design is crafted to meet the growing demand for professionals who can create innovative, user-centric products that harness the power of smart technology. This program is designed to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technologies, user experience (UX) principles, and design methodology.  We aim to delve into the world of smart products, from connected devices to AI-powered systems, learning to design seamless interactions that not only leverage technology's power but also enrich people's lives.

This program is ideal for aspiring designers who are passionate about innovation and eager to push the boundaries of physical and digital experiences. As the world embraces smart technology, the demand for skilled designers who can create user-centered, intuitive, and intelligent products is skyrocketing. The MDes in Smart Product Design will prepare future designers to be leaders in this dynamic field, shaping the future of how we interact with the world around us.

Eligibility for Admission

1.       A valid CEED 2025 scorecard (mandatory only for full-time regular seats).

2.       A passing grade in any one of the following qualifying degrees:

a.       For full-time regular seats: Four or more years of Bachelor’s Degree completed on or before 2025.

b.       For self-sponsored seats: Three years of Bachelor’s degree completed on or before 2024, or four or more years of Bachelor’s degree completed on or before 2025

3.       Professional Diploma in Design: 10+2+4 years (minimum four-year diploma program).

4.       GD Art (4-year program after 1-year foundation. Minimum entry requirement 10th pass) Additionally, one year of professional experience in design areas is required.

5.       Master’s Degree, or an equivalent degree as decided by IIT Jodhpur.

International Students

Anyone who is not a national of India will be considered an international student for the purpose of admission and fees. Please refer to: https://iro.iitj.ac.in/index.php

Eligibility Criteria for International Students

1.       Final Year Undergraduate (UG) / Postgraduate (PG) student having a CGPA of 8.0 or above (or equivalent)

2.       Ranked among top 10 students in your department/program (till penultimate/immediate previous semester)

3.       To be endorsed/nominated by the Official of the Foreign University/Institute

4.       The Graduated UG and PG student of the Institute/University may also apply.

5.       Final Year Undergraduate (UG) / Postgraduate (PG) student having a CGPA of 8.0 or above (or equivalent)

6.       Ranked among top 10 students in your department/program (till penultimate/immediate previous semester)

7.       To be endorsed/nominated by the Official of the Foreign University/Institute

8.       The Graduated UG and PG student of the Institute/University may also apply.

MDes Seats for 2025

Each MDes program offers 13 full-time regular seats and 13 self-sponsored seats. The category distribution of full-time regular seats will be as per government guidelines.

Important Dates

How to Apply

1.     Online application through ERP application portal

Candidates must submit the application form through the ERP Application Portal and upload the following documents:

○       CEED scorecard (Only for full-time regular seats)

○       Passport-size photograph (JPEG, less than 200KB)

○       Signature (JPEG, less than 200KB)

○       Educational certificates (Class X onwards) (PDF, less than 500KB each)

○       Category certificate (if applicable, PDF, less than 500KB)

○      A step-by-step guide to the application process in the ERP portal is available here: How to Apply through the ERP Portal

2.     Submission of Design task, Statement of Purpose (SoP) and Portfolio

○       SoP and Design tasks: Submit as a single PDF file (max 10MB).

○       Portfolio: Submit as a separate PDF file (max 10MB).

Note:

1. Candidates applying for multiple programs (XR and Smart Product Design) under the same admission category (full-time regular or self-sponsored) can use a single application form in ERP for both the programs.
2. In the ERP application form, under the dropdown labeled "Preference of Disciplinary Major/Centre/School/Course," candidates can select either XR Design or Smart Product Design as Option 1. If they wish to apply for both programs, they can select the second program under Option 2. Please note that the term "Preference" in this context does not indicate any ranking or priority. The order in which you select the programs will have no impact on the evaluation, admission process, or final offer.
3. Candidates who wish to apply under both categories (full-time regular and self-sponsored) must create a separate login in the ERP system using a different email ID and then apply for the second category.

Queries

○       For technical issues related to the online application, contact the ERP Team at erp@iitj.ac.in.

○       For general inquiries, reach out to the Office of the School of Design between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM on working days:
Phone: 0291-280-1782
Email: office_design@iitj.ac.in

Admission Process

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their CEED score (for full-time regular seats), Design Task, Portfolio, and SoP.
2. Online interview: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email and invited for an online interview.
3. Final selection and Offer of admission: The final merit list for each program will be prepared based on a comprehensive evaluation, including the interview. Admission offers will be made according to the merit list and seat availability.

After three rounds of seat allotment, if any seats remain unfilled, they will be filled through spot admission.

More Information and Contact

For more information, please visit the following links:

MDes XR Design

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MDesSmart Product Design

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Faculty

School of Design

Contact

Office of the School of Design
Phone: 0291-280-1782 (between 10:00 AM and 05:00 PM on working days)
Email: office_design@iitj.ac.in