About College/University

U.P. Institute of Design (UPID), established in 2017 under Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, is a specialised design and management institute located in Sector-62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Approved by AICTE and affiliated to AKTU, UPID focuses on nurturing creative professionals in design, media, business and management domains. The institute offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with emphasis on practical design education, creative thinking, industry exposure and professional development. 

Courses

• MBA

Course Eligibility

MBA:
• Graduation with minimum 50% marks in any discipline
• Selection via UPTAC merit list based on exam scores 

Fees

MBA (2 years): ~₹1.93 Lakhs (total tuition)

Placement

Placement Overview:
UP Institute of Design’s placement data is limited in public sources, but design and management programmes often include internship opportunities and industry projects to support transitions into creative or business roles.

Admission Process

1. Apply online/through UPTAC counselling portal for design (UCEED/UPTAC) and MBA (UPTAC) programmes.

2. Submit academic and entrance exam score details.

3. Participate in counselling & seat allotment (based on rank/score).

4. Confirm admission with fee payment and document verification. 

College Highlights

✔ One of the first AICTE approved design institutes under AKTU in Noida.
✔ Offers B.Des, M.Des & MBA programmes with creative and analytical focus.
✔ Emphasis on creativity, innovation and professional readiness.
✔ Close to Delhi NCR design & business ecosystem. 

FAQs

Is U.P. Institute of Design UGC/AICTE approved?
Yes, it is AICTE approved and affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow.

Which entrance exams are accepted?
UCEED and UPTAC for design; UPTAC merit for MBA admission.

Does the institute offer MBA?
Yes, MBA in management (often with analytics focus) is available.

What is the B.Des fee?
Approx. ₹3.95 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme.

Where is UPID located?
Sector-62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh. 

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