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Spatial, AR/VR & Immersive Design: UG Courses in India
UG degrees, entrance exams, eligibility and newly launched programmes across India, with a Tamil Nadu focus
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This guide covers undergraduate routes into spatial design, AR/VR and immersive experiences: B.Des programmes at IITs, NIDs and private design universities; creative-technology degrees such as B.Sc and BA in AR/VR and gaming; and B.Tech programmes with an AR/VR focus. Programme names, fees and entrance rules were checked against 2026-27 information.
Live deadline
UCEED registration closes on October 31, 2026 (late fee until November 6). NID DAT registration closes on November 30. Information is current as of October 8, 2026; confirm every date, fee and rule on the official site.
In this guide
- 1The field
- 2Three routes
- 3IITs and NIDs
- 4Private and new programmes
- 5Tamil Nadu
- 6Dates, portfolio, careers and takeaways
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The Field
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What Is Immersive Design?
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| AR | Augmented reality: digital layers over the real world (phones, glasses) |
| VR | Virtual reality: fully digital worlds in a headset |
| XR / MR | Extended and mixed reality: the umbrella and the blend of both |
| Spatial design | Designing 3D environments, interfaces and exhibitions people move through |
Core skills
Visual thinking, 3D sketching, storytelling and user empathy; tools such as Blender, Unity, Unreal Engine and Figma come later. Admission to B.Des programmes needs creative aptitude rather than coding.
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Three Routes into Immersive Design
| Route | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Design (B.Des) | Spatial, interaction, game and experience design; IITs, NIDs, private design universities; admission by design aptitude tests and portfolio |
| Creative-tech (B.Sc / BA) | Animation, VFX, gaming and AR/VR degrees in 3–4 years; any stream at many colleges; some need Maths or computer science |
| Engineering (B.Tech) | CSE or IT with a VR and AR focus: Unity, Unreal, computer vision and AI; needs PCM and an engineering entrance score |
Update on AR/VR degree titles
Standalone AR/VR titles used to be considered rare at UG level; several now exist: B.Sc AR/VR (Avinashilingam, Coimbatore), BA (Hons) AR/VR (JNAFAU Hyderabad), B.Sc Gaming, AR and VR (Poornima, Jaipur) and B.Tech programmes with AR/VR specialisations (ADYPU, Alliance, NorthCap). See Part 4.
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Routes Compared
| Route | Entry | Eligibility | Length | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Des (design) | UCEED, NID DAT, SEED, SMEAT, UPES DAT, ADEPT | Class 12 any stream (IITs: some need PCM) | 4 years | Visual thinking, sketching, portfolio |
| B.Sc / BA creative-tech | Class 12 merit, college tests or CUET-UG | Any stream at many colleges; some need Maths / CS | 3–4 years | Animation, gaming, AR/VR content |
| B.Tech AR/VR | JEE Main, state CET, college tests | Class 12 with Physics and Maths (PCM) | 4 years | Programming, 3D engines, AI |
Check each college notice for current marks, subjects and tests. B.Des routes use design aptitude tests and portfolios; creative-tech degrees often admit on Class 12 marks; B.Tech programmes need PCM and an engineering entrance score.
Eligibility at a Glance
| Route | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| UCEED: IIT Bombay, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore | All streams (Science, Commerce, Arts); born on or after Oct 1, 2002; 2 attempts |
| UCEED: IIT Guwahati, Roorkee | Physics, Chemistry, Maths required |
| UCEED: IIITDM Jabalpur | Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology |
| NID DAT | Class 12 in any stream (PCB accepted); age limit about 20 (check handbook) |
| Private B.Des (Srishti, Anant) | Class 12 with about 50%; any stream; entrance test + portfolio |
| B.Sc AR/VR (Avinashilingam) | Any group with Maths, Computer Science, Applications or similar |
| BA (Hons) AR/VR | 10+2 or equivalent; college process |
| B.Tech AR/VR | PCM in Class 12; JEE Main or college / state test |
UCEED eligibility is institute-specific for 2026-27 (earlier guides said “all streams”): IIT Bombay, Delhi, Hyderabad and Indore accept all streams; IIT Guwahati and Roorkee need PCM; IIITDM Jabalpur needs PCM or PCB-with-Maths/Biology combinations. This matters for PCB students: they are eligible at IIT Bombay, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore and (with Biology) Jabalpur. Private B.Des programmes usually ask for 50% in Class 12.
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IITs and NIDs
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3.1 UCEED: B.Des at IITs
Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design · IIT Bombay | IIT Bombay · 7 institutes
Courses
UG: 4-year B.Des (Interaction, Visual Communication, Animation, Industrial, Mobility and more depending on institute). Dual degree B.Des + M.Des at IIT Bombay.
Eligibility
Class 12; all streams at IIT Bombay, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore; PCM at Guwahati and Roorkee; PCM / Biology at IIITDM Jabalpur; born on or after Oct 1, 2002.
Where
IIT Bombay (IDC), IIT Delhi, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Indore, IIT Guwahati, IIT Roorkee, IIITDM Jabalpur.
Selection
Part A CBT (NAT, MSQ, MCQ; 2 hrs) + Part B sketching and design aptitude (1 hr); seats through counselling.
2027 cycle (confirmed)
Registration: Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2026 (late fee to Nov 6)
Exam: Sunday, Jan 17, 2027 · Result Mar 6
Official site
Good to know
Seven institutes share UCEED seats, not only IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi.
Good to know
- For 2026-27 the seven participating institutes offered about 245 joint B.Des seats: IIT Bombay about 37, IIT Delhi 20, IIT Hyderabad 30, IIT Guwahati 56, plus IIT Indore, IIT Roorkee and IIITDM Jabalpur.
- Fees at IITs are about ₹1.15 to 1.45 lakh per semester.
- At IIT Bombay’s IDC students pick a specialisation after the first-year foundation (older guides describe it as “Interaction Design or Digital Design”).
3.2 IIT B.Des: Where Is Immersive?
| Institute | Specialisations (reported) | Seats | Streams |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay (IDC) | Industrial, Visual Communication, Interaction, Animation, Mobility & Vehicle; choose after foundation year | ~37 | All streams |
| IIT Delhi | Department of Design: product and visual design focus | 20 | All streams |
| IIT Hyderabad | Visual, interaction, industrial and related design | 30 | All streams |
| IIT Guwahati | Product, visual communication, interaction, ergonomics | 56 | PCM only |
| IIT Indore, Roorkee, IIITDM Jabalpur | Design programmes via UCEED; check each brochure | varies | Indore all; Roorkee PCM; Jabalpur PCM/Bio |
Spatial and AR/VR content
IITs teach it through interaction-design courses, studios and electives rather than a separate “AR/VR” degree. IIT Delhi’s Continuing Education Programme also runs a six-month online executive programme in AR and VR for graduates (third batch application deadline Feb 6, 2027), which is not a UG degree. Specialisations and seats come from 2026 guides and change by year; verify in each brochure.
3.3 NID DAT: B.Des
NID Design Aptitude Test · Ahmedabad, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Assam | National Institute of Design
Courses
UG: 4-year B.Des. Ahmedabad: 8 disciplines. Other four campuses: Communication, Industrial, and Textile & Apparel Design.
Eligibility
Class 12 in any stream (PCB accepted); age limit about 20 years (check the handbook).
Where
NID Ahmedabad (125–128 seats); Vijayawada (AP), Kurukshetra (Haryana), Bhopal (MP), Jorhat (Assam): 75 seats each.
Selection
Prelims (pen and paper) then Mains studio test and interview; no separate portfolio stage in DAT scoring.
2027 cycle (confirmed)
Handbook out Sep 10, 2026; registration to Nov 30
Prelims: Dec 20, 2026 · Result Mar 16, 2027
Official site
Good to know
Digital Game Design is an M.Des at NID Bengaluru, not a B.Des.
Good to know
- Correction: earlier guides list B.Des in Digital Game Design / Communication Design across NID campuses. Admissions pages show Digital Game Design only as an M.Des at NID Bengaluru (19 seats) and Toy and Game Design at NID Gandhinagar.
- B.Des is offered at Ahmedabad (Animation Film Design, Exhibition Design, Film and Video Communication, Graphic Design, Product Design, Textile Design, Ceramic and Glass Design, Furniture and Interior Design) and, in three disciplines each, at NID Andhra Pradesh (Vijayawada), Haryana (Kurukshetra), Madhya Pradesh (Bhopal) and Assam (Jorhat): Communication Design, Industrial Design, and Textile and Apparel Design with 25 seats each.
- PCB students are eligible.
3.4 NID: Spatial and Immersive Picks
| Discipline | Why it fits |
|---|---|
| Exhibition Design | Ahmedabad · 13 seats. Immersive, interactive spaces for museums, expos and events |
| Animation Film Design | Ahmedabad · 19 seats. 2D / 3D animation, storyboarding, world-building |
| Furniture & Interior Design | Ahmedabad · 13 seats. Spatial planning and interiors |
| Communication Design (other campuses) | AP, Haryana, MP, Assam · 25 seats each. Visual and digital storytelling |
For game design and interaction design, plan an M.Des at NID Bengaluru after your B.Des.
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Private and New Programmes
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4.1 Private Design Universities
| Institute | Programmes | Admission | Fee (earlier guide) | Fee (2025–26 listings) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NICC, Bengaluru | Spatial / Interaction & AR-VR (per the earlier guide) | NICC test + portfolio | ₹8–10 L | Not verified |
| Srishti Manipal, Bengaluru | B.Des (human-centred, digital experiences) | SMEAT / UCEED / SAT + portfolio | ₹12–16 L | ≈ ₹30–31 L |
| Atlas SkillTech, Mumbai | B.Des Spatial & Interior; Digital UX | Atlas DAT + portfolio | ₹16–20 L | ≈ ₹25–27 L |
| FLAME, Pune | B.Des Experience Design | FEAT / UCEED / SAT + interview | ₹14–18 L | ≈ ₹10 L a year (2025) |
| Anant National, Ahmedabad | B.Des Space Design; Interaction Design | ADEPT / UCEED | ₹10–12 L | ₹25–28 L tuition |
| UPES, Dehradun | B.Des Game Design; UX & Interaction; Animation & VFX | UPES DAT / UCEED / CUET-UG | ₹13–15 L | ≈ ₹24–27 L |
Fees are totals for 4 years from listing sites and are far above the earlier guide for most colleges. Srishti Manipal B.Des totals about ₹30.3 to 30.8 lakh (SMEAT, also accepts UCEED and SAT; Class 12 with 50%); Anant National University tuition ₹25 to 28 lakh (about ₹6.25 lakh a year) and ₹37 to 42 lakh with hostel; UPES B.Des about ₹24 to 27.5 lakh; FLAME B.Des was listed around ₹10 lakh a year in a 2025 guide. The National Institute of Creative Communication (Bengaluru) programme and fees could not be verified, so check before applying. Anant lists Space Design and Interaction Design. Confirm with each prospectus.
4.2 Fees: Earlier Guide vs Listings
| Total 4-year fee (₹ lakh, mid-point) | Earlier guide | 2025–26 listings |
|---|---|---|
| Srishti Manipal | 14.0 | 30.5 |
| Atlas SkillTech | 18.0 | 26.0 |
| Anant National | 11.0 | 26.5 |
| UPES | 14.0 | 25.5 |
Budget Check
- Private design degrees can cost ₹25–40 L with hostel
- IITs: about ₹2.3–2.9 L a year
- IIITDM Kancheepuram, SRM, VIT: about ₹6–7 L
- Avinashilingam B.Sc AR/VR: about ₹55K (listed)
IIT B.Des fees are ₹1.15 to 1.45 lakh per semester; IIITDM Kancheepuram about ₹6 to 8 lakh; SRM and VIT about ₹6 to 7 lakh for four years (listing figures); Avinashilingam lists ₹55,010 for the B.Sc AR/VR. Always add hostel, laptop and software costs, and use scholarships where possible.
4.3 More Design Schools to Know
| School | Details |
|---|---|
| Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) | Pune and Nagpur: B.Des including Game Design; entry via SEED + portfolio; fees about ₹12.6–22.6 L (varies by campus) |
| MIT ADT / MIT Institute of Design | Pune: B.Des with game-design electives; MIT-DAT; about ₹4.5 L a year |
| PES University, Bengaluru | B.Des Interaction Design; PESSAT; about ₹18 L total |
| Pearl Academy, DSK Supinfocom, ISDI | Mumbai and Pune design and animation schools; some UG fees exceed ₹20 L |
Check each school for XR labs and industry projects.
4.4 Degrees with “AR/VR” in the Name
| Programme | Where | Entry and eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc AR VR (3 yrs) | Avinashilingam Institute, Coimbatore | Any group with Maths / CS / Applications / Informatics; ~₹55K |
| BA (Hons) AR & VR (4 yrs) | JNAFAU / Backstage Pass Institute, Hyderabad | 10+2 or equivalent |
| B.Sc Gaming, AR & VR (3 yrs) | Poornima University, Jaipur | Class 12; college criteria |
| BSc (Hons) Animation, VFX & Gaming (AR/VR/XR) | Brainware University, Kolkata | Any stream 10+2; direct admission on merit |
| B.Tech CSE (VR & AR) | ADYPU, Pune | PCM; 40% in reserved categories (per notice) |
| B.Tech IT (AR/VR); B.Tech CSE Gaming, AR & VR | Alliance University; NorthCap University | PCM; JEE Main / state CET / university test |
Avinashilingam B.Sc AR/VR eligibility: any group with Maths, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Informatics Practices, Multimedia and Web Technology or vocational group; listed fee ₹55,010. Alliance University admits through JEE Main, KCET, COMEDK or AUEET; NorthCap through JEE Main, CUET-UG or its own test. IIT Delhi also runs a 6-month online executive AR/VR programme for graduates, not a UG course. Check recognition (UGC / AICTE) and the lab and industry tie-ups before joining.
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Tamil Nadu Options
| Institution | Programme | Entry | Total fee (listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avinashilingam, Coimbatore | B.Sc Augmented Reality Virtual Reality (3 yrs) | College process; any group with Maths / CS / similar | ≈ ₹55K (listed) |
| IIITDM Kancheepuram | B.Des (government institute) | UCEED; Class 12 with 50% | ≈ ₹6–8 L |
| SRM IST, Chennai | B.Des (design) | UCEED / own test | ≈ ₹6 L |
| VIT Vellore | B.Des (industrial design and more) | UCEED | ≈ ₹6.9 L |
| Hindustan University, Chennai | B.Des (4 yrs) | University process | ≈ ₹9.7 L |
| Sathyabama, Saveetha (Chennai) | B.Des programmes | University process | ≈ ₹5–6 L |
Exam centres
UCEED and NID DAT have centres in Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and Tiruchirappalli.
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women (Coimbatore) offers B.Sc AR VR; IIITDM Kancheepuram admits to B.Des through UCEED (about 20 to 30 seats, ₹6 to 8 lakh); SRM IST, VIT Vellore, Hindustan University, Sathyabama and Saveetha offer B.Des programmes with fees of about ₹5 to 10 lakh. Specialisation names change; check each curriculum for spatial, interaction, game and XR courses. Fees are listing figures.
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Dates, Portfolio, Careers and Takeaways
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Key Dates (as of Oct 8, 2026)
| Date | Event | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 31 | UCEED registration closes | Late fee to Nov 6 |
| Nov 30 | NID DAT registration closes | |
| Dec 20 | NID DAT Prelims | |
| Jan 17 | UCEED exam | Sunday, Jan 17, 2027 |
| Mar 6 | UCEED result | |
| Mar 16 | NID Prelims result |
Private tests
SMEAT, UPES DAT, SEED, ADEPT and others run between December and July in rolling cycles (SMEAT 2026 was held mid-July). UCEED closes in 23 days; build your portfolio alongside.
Build Your Portfolio
| Item | What to include |
|---|---|
| 3D & spatial sketching | Rooms, objects and rooms-from-above drawn from imagination |
| Spatial layouts | Plan a cafe, gallery or classroom; show flow and zones |
| Storyboards | A short story told in 6–10 panels |
| Concept problem-solving | Redesign everyday things; show your thinking and iterations |
| Simple digital work (optional) | Blender models, Figma screens or a Unity scene: no coding needed to apply |
| Presentation | Select 10–15 best pieces, caption each, show process not just finals |
Show visual thinking, spatial awareness, 3D sketching, storyboarding and conceptual problem-solving; no coding or advanced math is expected at admission. UCEED and NID DAT do not use a portfolio in their scoring, but private universities (Srishti Manipal, Anant, FLAME and others) do review portfolios.
For PCB and Non-Maths Students
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Eligible | UCEED at IIT Bombay, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore; IIITDM Jabalpur (with Biology); NID DAT; most private B.Des; BA / BSc creative-tech degrees |
| Not eligible | UCEED at IIT Guwahati and Roorkee (PCM only); B.Tech AR/VR (needs Maths); some B.Sc AR/VR need Maths or CS |
| Prepare | UCEED Part A reasoning and design awareness, plus drawing; NID DAT Prelims and studio test; a portfolio for private tests |
Bottom line
PCB students can enter design, but pick colleges by their stream rules. Design aptitude exams replace science-based exams for these routes.
Where Can It Take You?
| Roles | Sectors |
|---|---|
| XR / spatial designer UX / UI designer (3D interfaces) 3D environment artist Game designer Exhibition / experience designer Interaction designer Virtual production artist AR filter / app designer |
Gaming and animation studios Ed-tech and training simulations Healthcare and industrial training Architecture, retail and real estate Automotive and consumer tech Museums, events and film |
Tools to learn alongside your degree: Blender, Unity, Unreal Engine and Figma. Role titles and pay vary widely by company and portfolio.
Which Path Suits You?
| If you… | Consider |
|---|---|
| I love sketching and design (any stream) | B.Des: UCEED, NID DAT, SEED, SMEAT |
| I want to build games and worlds | B.Des Game Design (UPES, SID) or B.Sc Animation, VFX & Gaming |
| I care about spaces and exhibitions | NID Exhibition Design; B.Des Space Design (Anant, Atlas) |
| I want a degree named AR/VR | B.Sc AR/VR (Avinashilingam); BA (Hons) AR/VR (Hyderabad) |
| I like coding and have PCM | B.Tech CSE / IT with AR/VR focus (ADYPU, Alliance, NorthCap) |
| I want to stay in Tamil Nadu | IIITDM Kancheepuram, SRM, VIT B.Des; Avinashilingam B.Sc AR/VR |
Students often combine UCEED, NID DAT and one or two private tests for safety.
Prepare Smart
| Tip | Why |
|---|---|
| Draw daily | Observation and 3D sketching improve fastest with daily practice. |
| Study spaces | Notice how people move through malls, museums and apps. |
| Try free tools | Blender, Figma and Unity have free versions for beginners. |
| Know the exams | UCEED Part A has NAT, MSQ and MCQ; NID Prelims tests drawing and reasoning. |
| Apply to a mix | IIT, NID, one or two private and one safe option. |
| Track dates | UCEED closes Oct 31; NID DAT Nov 30. |
Key Takeaways
- Three routes: B.Des (design), B.Sc / BA creative-tech, and B.Tech AR/VR. Standalone AR/VR degrees now exist.
- UCEED closes Oct 31 (exam Jan 17); NID DAT closes Nov 30 (Prelims Dec 20). PCB students are eligible at several IITs and at NID.
- Private design degrees cost ₹25–40 L. Government and TN options are ₹6–10 L, B.Sc AR/VR much less.
- In Tamil Nadu: IIITDM Kancheepuram, SRM, VIT B.Des, and Avinashilingam B.Sc AR/VR.
Before you apply
Pick a route and decide what you will draw this week. Verify fees, eligibility and recognition on official sites.
A–Z
Abbreviations and Their Expanded Forms
- ARAugmented Reality
- VRVirtual Reality
- XRExtended Reality
- MRMixed Reality
- UX / UIUser Experience / User Interface
- VFXVisual Effects
- AIArtificial Intelligence
- CS / CSEComputer Science / Computer Science and Engineering
- ITInformation Technology
- B.Des / M.DesBachelor / Master of Design
- B.Sc / BScBachelor of Science
- BABachelor of Arts
- B.TechBachelor of Technology
- HonsHonours
- UGUndergraduate
- PCM / PCBPhysics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- 2D / 3DTwo-dimensional / three-dimensional
- Ed-techEducation technology
- UCEEDUndergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design
- NID DATNational Institute of Design – Design Aptitude Test
- SEEDSymbiosis Entrance Exam for Design
- SMEATSrishti Manipal Entrance and Aptitude Test
- UPES DATUPES Design Aptitude Test
- ADEPTAnant Design Entrance and Proficiency Test
- FEATFLAME Entrance Aptitude Test
- MIT-DATMIT Design Aptitude Test (MIT Institute of Design)
- PESSATPES Scholastic Aptitude Test
- SATScholastic Assessment Test (College Board)
- CUET-UGCommon University Entrance Test – Undergraduate
- JEEJoint Entrance Examination
- CET / KCETCommon Entrance Test / Karnataka Common Entrance Test
- COMEDKConsortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka
- AUEETAlliance University Engineering Entrance Test
- CBTComputer-Based Test
- NAT / MSQ / MCQNumerical Answer Type / Multiple Select Question / Multiple Choice Question
- IITIndian Institute of Technology
- IDCIndustrial Design Centre (IIT Bombay)
- IIITDMIndian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing
- NIDNational Institute of Design
- NICCNational Institute of Creative Communication
- UPESUniversity of Petroleum and Energy Studies
- SIDSymbiosis Institute of Design
- MIT ADTMIT Art, Design and Technology University
- FLAMEFLAME University (Foundation for Liberal and Management Education)
- ISDIIndian School of Design and Innovation
- JNAFAUJawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University
- ADYPUAjeenkya D Y Patil University
- SRM IST / VITSRM Institute of Science and Technology / Vellore Institute of Technology
- UGC / AICTEUniversity Grants Commission / All India Council for Technical Education
- AP / MPAndhra Pradesh / Madhya Pradesh
- TNTamil Nadu
- L / KLakh / Thousand (₹)
- ≈ / ~Approximately
- No abbreviation matches that search.
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