About College/University

School of Design at UPES, Dehradun, operates under the UGC-recognized UPES (University of Petroleum and Energy Studies). The school offers specialised undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in industrial, product, transportation and digital design.

Located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, UPES Design School is known for its industry-aligned curriculum, modern labs and strong focus on emerging design domains. It is considered one of the prominent private design schools in North India.

Courses

Undergraduate Programmes

• B.Des Product Design
• B.Des Transportation & Mobility Design
• B.Des Animation & VFX
• B.Des Interaction Design
• B.Des Graphics & Communication Design
• B.Des Interior & Retail Design

Postgraduate Programmes

• M.Des (Design)

Course Eligibility

B.Des

• 10+2 in any stream
• UCEED / UPESDAT / Board marks (as applicable)

M.Des

• Graduation
• Portfolio / interview

Fees

B.Des

• 10+2 in any stream
• UCEED / UPESDAT / Board marks (as applicable)

M.Des

• Graduation
• Portfolio / interview

Placement

Average Package
₹6 – ₹8 LPA

Highest Package
₹20 – ₹24+ LPA

Top Recruiters

• TCS
• Infosys
• Wipro
• Cognizant
• Design studios
• Gaming companies
• Media firms

Admission Process

• Apply online
• UPESDAT / accepted score
• Portfolio review
• Interview
• Offer letter
• Fee payment

College Highlights

✔ UGC-recognized university
✔ NAAC A grade
✔ Strong product & transportation design
✔ Modern labs
✔ Good placements
✔ Located in Dehradun
✔ Industry-aligned curriculum

FAQs

Q. Is UPES government?
No — private university.

Q. Is UPES good for design?
Yes, strong private option.

Q. Where is it located?
Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Q. Is the degree UGC approved?
Yes (via UPES).

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