The National Institute of Designs (NIDs) are India’s premier design institutes, known for nurturing creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills. Every year, the NIDs host campus placements to connect its talented pool of designers with leading companies, studios, startups, and organizations across industries.
NID placements are not limited to traditional design careers but extend to diverse domains such as UX/UI design, product design, animation, communication design, apparel, transportation, film, and strategy. Top recruiters from India and abroad – ranging from multinational corporations to boutique design studios – actively participate in the placement process.
The placement cell at NID acts as a bridge between students and industry, ensuring that graduates are placed in roles where they can contribute creatively while growing professionally. Many students also choose to pursue entrepreneurship, higher education, or independent practice, showcasing the versatility and value of an NID education.
The participating colleges of NIDs offer B.Des and M.Des courses.
The B.Des course has an intake of 425 seats, while there are 347 seats for the M.Des program. Admission to these courses will be through the NID DAT 2026 entrance exam.
NID graduates can vary depending on the campus, academic performance, and skill set. The highest salary for a graduate is currently held by NID Gandhinagar, at INR 46 Lakh.
Keep reading to learn more about NID Placement.
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NID Graduate Salary
Candidates planning to take admission to a NID graduate can consult the table below to understand the salary expectations after completion of a degree.
| NID Participating College | Lowest Reported Package | Average Package | Highest Reported Package |
| NID Ahmedabad | INR 3 L | INR 17-21 LPA | INR 36 LPA |
| NID Gandhinagar | INR 4 – 4.8 LPA | INR 21.30 LPA | INR 46 LPA |
| NID Bangalore | INR 6.5 LPA | INR 15 LPA | INR 35 LPA |
| NID Vijayawada | INR 12 LPA | INR 30 LPA |
NID Major Recruiters
| NID Placement – Top Recruiters | ||
| Microsoft | Wipro | VIP Industries |
| Philips | TCS | Trident Group |
| Whirlpool India | Adobe | Toshiba |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions | Citrix R & D India Pvt. Ltd | Bombay Design House |
| Logitech | MindTree | Titan Industries |
| Ashok Leyland | Adidas Group India | Adobe |
| J.P.Morgan | Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (Automotive Sector) | LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. |
| Bharat Silks | Infosys Technologies Ltd. | Jaanch Ur Style |
| Astron Clothing | Amazon Development Center (I) Private Ltd. | Label Sailesh Singhania |
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- NID Exam Pattern 2026 – Stage 1 & 2, Marking Scheme, Section-wise Weightage, Key Insights
- NID DAT Syllabus 2026 – Important Topics, Weightage, Specific Questions Asked
- NID Study Material 2026 – Recommended Section-wise Books, Study Tips, Online Resources
NID Graduates Job Profiles
| Job Profile | Key Roles / Responsibilities | Recruiting Industries |
| Product Designer | Designing physical products with focus on form, function, usability; prototyping; working with engineers; material selection. | Consumer goods, appliances, furniture, automotive, lifestyle brands. |
| UX / UI Designer | User research; wireframes, mockups, prototypes; designing interfaces for apps & websites; ensuring usability and user satisfaction. | Tech companies, startups, e-commerce, digital product firms. |
| Graphic / Communication Designer | Branding; visual identity; packaging; print & digital media; ad campaigns; corporate communications. | Advertising agencies, branding studios, media houses, companies’ marketing divisions. |
| Fashion / Textile Designer | Designing clothing, accessories, prints/patterns; working with fabrics/materials; trend forecasting; liaising with manufacturers. | Fashion houses; apparel brands; textile mills; retail. |
| Interior / Furniture Designer | Designing indoor spaces (residential, commercial); selecting materials, finishes; furniture design; spatial layout. | Architecture firms; interior design consultancies; real estate; furniture manufacturers. |
| Animator / Motion Graphics Designer / Multimedia Artist | Creating animations, motion graphics, visual effects; storytelling via video or interactive media; working with tools like After Effects, 3D software etc. | Animation studios; gaming; film & video production; advertising; media. |
| Exhibition / Display Designer | Designing exhibition booths, displays for galleries or trade shows; experiential design; visitor flow, presentation & visual storytelling. | Museums, galleries, event management, retail display. |
| Art Director / Creative Director | Leading creative teams; overseeing visual style & content; brand consistency; mentoring juniors; ensuring design quality across projects. | Advertising, branding agencies, media companies, fashion & lifestyle brands. |
| Design Researcher | Conducting user & market research; ethnographic studies; trend analysis; usability testing; feeding back into design & strategy. | UX/form-product design firms; consulting firms; corporations with design & innovation teams. |
| Design Strategist / Consultant | Advising companies on their design strategy & direction; brand strategy; innovation & product planning; helping non-design companies incorporate design thinking. | Design consultancies; product firms; corporate strategy units. |
| Entrepreneur / Independent Designer | Starting their own design studio / brand; freelancing; taking projects across different domains; possibly combining design with business/marketing. | All domains; conscious consumer / niche product / craft market etc. |
| Design Educator / Faculty / Trainer | Teaching at design colleges, NID itself or other institutes; mentoring students; possibly conducting workshops or training programs. | Academic institutions; training centres; workshops. |
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