NIFT-NID-UCEED Coaching in Kottayam
Are you dreaming of pursuing the NIFT, NID, or UCEED course? Then, you have come to the right place! If you are an aspiring student in Kottayam district with a creative spark and an ambition to enroll in some of the top design schools in India, we’ve got you! At afdindia, we help students fulfill their dreams of getting into NIFT, NID, and UCEED.
afdindia’s coaching classes for NIFT, NID & UCEED in Kottayam motivates and guides students to crack the toughest design entrance exams in the country. At afdindia, we don’t just teach our students, we aim to encourage students and walk them through every step until they enroll into the design college of their choice!

Classroom Coaching
NIFT-NID-UCEED Entrance Exam CoachingDesign Weekend for 12 & PG students
Design Regular for 12, drop-year & PG students
Design Advanced for 10, 11 & 12th students

Online Coaching
NIFT-NID-UCEED Entrance Exam Coachinglearn from home
Design Weekend for 12, drop-year & PG students
Design Foundation for 9, 10, 11 & PG students
Design Advanced for 9, 10, 11 & PG students
NIFT, NID & UCEED Exams
The following are the institutes to target if your dream job is in design, fashion, communications, or product creation.
- NIFT (National Institute of Fashion Technology): India's top fashion institute is NIFT, or National Institute of Fashion Technology. Renowned for its industry integration, first-rate instructors, and unmatched placements.
- NID (National Institute of Design): Providing specialties in industrial, product, graphic, and communication design, NID (National Institute of Design) is a worldwide name in design education.
- UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design): Your key to design programs at IITs and other elite institutions , such as IISc Bangalore & IIITDM Jabalpur. UCEED is the Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design.
NID Exam
The National Institute of Design (NID) is a top Indian design school. It attracts the nation's most creative designers to make a career out of their passion. Before entering NID, you must pass the design aptitude test. There are two phases to the test:
- DAT Prelims: A written test that assesses design, creativity, observation, and problem-solving.
- DAT Mains: A hands-on test that may include studio testing, interviews, and portfolio assessments, depending on the curriculum.
You must pass both rounds to enter B.Des or M.Des programs. Competition is fierce, this is where afdindia steps in. By clearing the NID DAT, you can gain admission to the following NID campuses:
- NID Ahmedabad (Gujarat)
- NID Gandhinagar (Gujarat)
- NID Bengaluru (Karnataka)
- NID Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh)
- NID Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh)
- NID Kurukshetra (Haryana)
- NID Jorhat (Assam)
For B.Des, DAT Prelims consists of:
- Part A: Objective questions (MCQs)
- Part B: Subjective creative questions
For M.Des, DAT Prelims includes:
- Common DAT: Basic design and GK questions
- Discipline-specific DAT: Based on your chosen specialization
The pattern and level of difficulty may change every year, and staying up to date is crucial. That’s why our coaching matters.
NIFT Exam
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) is a leading school for fashion, offering design, technology, and management programs. At its 20 campuses in India, NIFT offers B.Des, B.F.Tech, M.Des, M.F.M., and M.F.Tech.
NIFT Entrance Exam Understanding:
The examination process involves
- Creative Ability Test (CAT): Design aptitude, inventiveness, and observation.
- General Ability Test (GAT): Tests logical reasoning, numeric ability, English, and general knowledge.
- B.Des Situation Test: Hands-on 3D model creation and writing
- Group Discussion and Personal Interview: Personal interviews and group discussions for postgraduates
afdindia's NIFT coaching addresses all these aspects to prepare students for success.
UCEED Exam
Are you interested in pursuing a career in design at prestigious institutions such as the IITs? India's top B.Des and M.Des schools require the Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design (UCEED). afdindia, with over two decades of design entrance tutoring experience, offers top-notch instruction to pass these competitive exams.
UCEED is conducted by IIT Bombay for admission into the B.Des programs offered at
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Guwahati
- IIT Hyderabad
- IIT Roorkee
- IIITDM Jabalpur
Why We are the Best NIFT-NID-UCEED coaching center!
Experience results-oriented online & offline training in Kottayam, Kerala. Our comprehensive coaching includes support, guidance & resources, ideal for admission into NIFT, NID and UCEED & to crack the admission test.
NIFT Curriculum
Our NIFT entrance exam coaching covers all topics & sections of the curriculum and is updated yearly. We help students at all levels of skillsets to upskill and ace the NIFT entrance exam curriculum.
30+ Years Experienced Faculty
Our NIFT coaching faculties are postgraduate NIFT Alumnus in various fields such as design & fine arts. They are friendly, approachable & like a mentor rather than a teacher.
Study Material & Resources
Our NIFT Coaching includes access to study materials, references, NIFT sample papers & past question pap. We also conduct Online NIFT Mock tests and provide tips and tricks.
Guidance & Counselling
We are the only NIFT Coaching Institute that helps students post their exam with guidance by interpreting their results and planning their next steps, weather it be NIFT Situation Test or other fashion & design colleges.
Toppers from afdindia Institute
Will you be our next success story? Make a leap be an afdian

Bhadra Balu - AIR 1
NID M.Des – 2023

Sreehari S
- AIR 1
NID B.Des - 2017

Arun Pynadath - AIR 1
NID B.Des - 2018

D. Sakthiswari - AIR 1
NIFT B.Des - 2017
Crack the Hurdles of NIFT-NID-UCEED Admission
Sketching & Imagination
You will be taught to sketch from imagination & observation, still life objects, human figures & scenes. Creativity, originality & storytelling are key aspects. The emphasis is on capturing proportions, form & details accurately.
Personalised Guidance
Our experienced faculty team provides individualized attention, feedback to identify areas of improvement & preparation strategy according to your needs. This personalized approach helps maximize your potential & boost confidence.
Situational Test & DAT Mains
Your training includes part 2 of the selection process of NIFT/NID exams. We provide guidance on tackling design exercises, model making, understanding of materials, textures, fabrication techniques & experimentation through hands-on workshops.
Peer Learning Environment
We foster collaborative learning environment where you interact with peers, exchange ideas & learn from each other's experiences. Peer learning, group critiques & collaborative projects enhance your learning outcomes.
Creative Thinking Ability
Enhance your visualization skills with our tutors, for success in the NID-DAT & NIFT-CAT exams. We put you through exercises to stimulate imagination, idea generation & concept development.
Mock Tests & Practice Exercises
We conduct regular mock tests & practice exercises to familiarize you with the exam pattern, time management techniques & types of questions asked in the entrance exam. This helps you assess you strengths, weaknesses & refine your exam-taking strategies.
Who Should Join Our NIFT-NID-UCEED Coaching in Kottayam?
- 11th and 12th graders who want to learn about design early
- Droppers who are taking a planned gap year to get ready
- Beginners who are looking into NIFT, NID, or UCEED for the first time
- Students with skills in any area commerce, humanitis, arts, or sciences. Design doesn't pick and choose, and neither do we.
Why afdindia for NIFT-NID-UCEED Coaching in Kottayam?
Ask any of our toppers, and they will tell you that afdindia is more than just a coaching center. It's like your second home, where you find personal growth through our courses and interactions. The following are some of the compelling reasons why we'd like to welcome you as part of the afdindia family:
- Personalized Mentoring: Because You’re Unique: One-size-fits-all is not something we subscribe to. We keep in mind your strengths, abilities, goals, etc. We customize your study schedule to fit your style, whether you are getting ready for NIFT, NID, or UCEED.
- NIFT-NID-UCEED Focus: All in One Location: Most centers usually just place one or two tests as a top priority. We address all three entrance tests at afdindia Kottayam using in depth analysis , simulated tests, portfolio design , and interview preparation.
- Top Mentors from India: Learning from the Best Among our instructors are design industry veterans, NIDians, NIFTians, and past UCEED rankers.
- Crash Courses, Weekend Batches, Online + Offline Learning: We understand — school life is busy. For this reason, we provide several batch choices ranging from casual weekend courses to intensive crash seminars. You can choose to either pursue the course from our coaching center at Kottayam or, if convenient, choose to join our online courses, from home.
Highlights of afdindia Coaching
Expertise: 25 years of unmatched experience have given us expertise.
Industry Experts: Alumni of NIFT/NID make up the faculty.
Mock Tests + Performance Analytics: To help you be completely ready, we replicate actual test conditions.
One-on-One Doubt Solving: No question is too silly. We’re here to help, always.
Creative Workshops + Portfolio Support: We guide you in creating a portfolio that showcases your personality, talents & skillsets..
Interview & Studio Test Coaching: We cover NID and NIFT Phase 2 exam.
Peer Group Motivation: You will come across other students just like you at our learning centres. You will learn, mature, and succeed together.
Extensive Experience: As one of the oldest NID coaching institutes, we have a great deal of experience.
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