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Fashion Designer
Create the clothes and trends of tomorrow.
Typical earnings: ₹3–10 LPA entry; own label has no ceiling
What is this career?
Fashion designers create clothing, accessories and collections — from sketch to runway to retail.
What does this professional do?
Sketches designs, selects fabrics, works with pattern makers, manages production and presents collections.
Who may enjoy this career?
Students who love art, follow trends, enjoy hands-on creation, and have a strong personal aesthetic.
What to do after Class 12
Any stream in Class 11–12, then B.Des Fashion via NIFT entrance or NID DAT.
Course duration
4 years (B.Des)
Approximate fees
₹2,00,000–₹5,00,000 per year — verify per college
Further study
M.Des, international fashion schools.
Subjects to consider after Class 10
- Any stream; Fine Arts helpful
Available courses
- B.Des Fashion Design
- Diploma in Fashion Design
Entrance examinations
College options
- NIFT Delhi/Mumbai
- NID
- Pearl Academy
- IIAD
Career opportunities
- Fashion houses
- Export houses
- Own label
- Styling & merchandising
- Costume design for film
Alternative careers
Textile DesignerFashion StylistGraphic Designer
Step-by-step roadmap
- 1Art & sketching practice
- 2NIFT/NID prep
- 3Entrance + situation test
- 4B.Des Fashion
- 5Industry internships
- 6Design role or own label