Turn Your Passion for Fashion into a Professional Career
Admissions Open for Fashion Designing Courses in Navi Mumbai | Degree, Diploma, PG Diploma & Advanced Diploma
Learn fashion illustration, garment construction, textiles, styling, fashion communication and industry-ready design skills through practical learning, workshops and fashion shows.
Admissions 2026–27
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Admissions Open
2026–27
Industry Mentorship
Fashion Shows &
Workshops
Hands-on Learning
Small Batch Personalized
Attention
Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
Why Students Choose NSAM Institute of Design
A design school built around studio practice, industry mentors and real exposure — in the heart of Navi Mumbai.
Practical Fashion Studio Training
Studio-first learning on machines, forms and live material.
Fashion Illustration & Portfolio
Build a portfolio that opens doors at brands and studios.
Pattern Making & Garment Construction
Draft, cut, stitch and finish garments to industry standards.
Textile & Fabric Knowledge
Understand fibre, weave, drape, dye and finish deeply.
Fashion Styling & Visual Merchandising
Style shoots, windows and retail stories with intent.
Industry Workshops & Live Projects
Learn from practitioners on real, deadline-driven briefs.
Fashion Shows & Design Exhibitions
Present your work on the runway and in curated exhibits.
Personalized Mentor-Mentee Guidance
One mentor who tracks your growth through the programme.
Fashion Designing Courses Offered
Choose the depth that fits you — from a one-year diploma to a full masters degree, all taught in studio.
B.sc / B.Des Degree in Fashion Designing
A full undergraduate journey from design fundamentals to a professional graduation collection and portfolio.
Diploma in Fashion Designing
Fast, hands-on entry into the industry — illustration, pattern making and garment construction.
Advanced Diploma in Fashion Designing
Deeper studio practice with styling, CAD, draping and a market-ready design portfolio.
PG Diploma in Fashion Designing
For graduates switching into fashion — intensive, industry-mentored and project-driven.
Masters Degree in Fashion Designing
Specialised research, collection development and leadership for senior design roles.
What You Will Learn
A progressive studio curriculum that takes you from your first illustration to a runway-ready collection.
Fashion Illustration
Design Fundamentals
Textile Science
Pattern Drafting
Garment Construction
Draping Techniques
Fashion Styling
Fashion Communication
CAD for Fashion
Portfolio Development
Fashion Show Production
Industry Internship
The NSAM Design Philosophy
We build industry-ready designers, not just technically trained students. The 4Cs shape every studio brief, critique and collection at NSAM.
Critical Thinking
Question the brief, research the wearer, and design with reasoning — not trend-copying.
Creativity
Develop an original design voice through experimentation in material, form and craft.
Communication
Present collections, moodboards and ideas with the clarity the industry expects.
Collaboration
Work like a studio — with stylists, karigars, photographers and merchandisers.
Learn Directly from Industry Experts
Every student is paired with a mentor who knows their work, their pace and their ambition.
- 📜 One-on-one guidance through every project
- 📜 Portfolio reviews before you face the industry
- 📜 Career mentoring and interview preparation
- 📜 Industry networking opportunities
- 📜 Personalized design feedback and critique
Kumkum Rathi
Faculty — Fashion Design
Payal Gautam
Faculty — Design Studies
Priyanka Surve
Mentor — Studio Practice
Abdul Karim Khan
Mentor — Craft & ConstructionWorkshops, Fashion Shows & Industry Exposure
From Dèfilè De Mode to the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival — NSAM students design for real audiences.
Designed at NSAM
Illustrations, garments, textiles and runway looks created by our fashion designing students.
What Our Students Say
The batches are small, so every mentor knows exactly where I need to push. My illustration and construction improved beyond what I expected in one year.
Saloni Yadav
Fashion DesigningWalking my collection at Dèfilè De Mode changed everything. The faculty prepared us like professionals — fittings, timelines, styling, backstage discipline.
Shreya Ranjan
Fashion Design StudentLive projects, industrial visits and portfolio reviews gave me real exposure. Placement guidance made my first interview feel easy.
Rohan Patil
Design GraduateWhere Can Fashion Designing Take You?
Fashion is an industry of many rooms — design studios, retail, media, film, textiles and your own label.
Fashion Designer
Fashion Stylist
Apparel Designer
Costume Designer
Textile Designer
Fashion Entrepreneur
Fashion Illustrator
Visual Merchandiser
Fashion Consultant
Fashion Communication Professional
A Simple Three-Step Admission Process
Submit the enquiry form
Share your details and the programme you're considering. It takes under a minute.
Attend free counselling
Talk to an admissions counsellor about eligibility, portfolio, fees and career paths.
Secure your admission
Complete documentation with assistance from our team and confirm your seat.
10th / 12th pass for diploma and degree programmes; graduation for PG Diploma and Masters.
Marksheets, ID proof, passport photographs and transfer certificate where applicable.
Our team helps with form filling, documentation and fee guidance end to end.
Questions Students & Parents Ask
Who can apply for the fashion designing courses at NSAM?
Students who have completed or are appearing for their 10th or 12th exams, graduates from any stream looking for a creative career, and working professionals who want to move into fashion. Each programme has its own eligibility — our counsellors will map you to the right one.
Is this course suitable after 12th?
Yes. After 12th you can join the UG Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Fashion Designing depending on how much time you want to invest and the depth of specialisation you're looking for.
Are internships provided?
Industry internships are part of the learning journey, supported by live projects with brands, industrial visits and our design network across Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
What is the duration of the programmes?
Diploma is 1 year, Advanced Diploma 2 years, PG Diploma 1 year, UG Degree 3–4 years and the Masters programme 2 years.
Do I need prior drawing experience?
No. We start from design fundamentals and fashion illustration basics. Many of our strongest students joined without any formal drawing background.
Is placement assistance available?
Yes — portfolio reviews, interview preparation, industry networking and placement assistance are part of the mentor-mentee programme.
Start Your Fashion Journey with NSAM Institute of Design
Limited seats available for the upcoming batch. Fill the form and our admissions team will reach out with the brochure, fee structure and counselling slot.