Bachelor of Design [B.Des] Multimedia Communication and Design
Fees
Fees at Central Institute of Technology for the Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering) program include various components such as tuition fees, hostel fees, and additional charges. The annual tuition fee for General and OBC students is approximately Rs. 54,000, divided into Rs. 27,000 per semester, while SC/ST students pay Rs. 30,000 annually, equating to Rs. 15,000 per semester. Hostel fees are Rs. 12,500 per semester, and mess fees vary between Rs.
5,940 and Rs. 6,500 per semester. Admission fees for general category students range from Rs. 30,500 to Rs. 51,000, with SC/ST students paying between Rs. 18,000 and Rs. 18,500. Examination fees are approximately Rs. 1,500 per semester. Scholarships are available, such as those through the National Scholarship Portal and Ishan Uday, particularly benefiting students from the North East and reserved categories. The total cost of the program, including tuition, hostel, and other fees, is estimated to be around Rs.
2.30 lakhs for General/OBC students, with reductions for SC/ST students. There are also provisions for tuition fee waivers and refunds for academic excellence.
About Bachelor of Design [B.Des] Multimedia Communication and Design
B.Des in Multimedia at CIT Kokrajhar is a four-year undergraduate design programme from the Department of Multimedia Communication and Design, established in 2009 at this Institute of National Importance in Assam. The curriculum spans animation, motion graphics, visual communication, and interactive media design, with a total fee of INR 1,81,000. Admission is through UCEED or CITBDAT; candidates from any stream in 10+2 are eligible.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to B.Des (Multimedia) at CIT Kokrajhar for 2026-27 are through UCEED and CITBDAT; counselling and seat allotment are expected in June to July 2026. Check admission.cit.ac.in for the latest schedule.
Key Points
- Department of Multimedia Communication and Design has offered B.Des since 2016 at an Institute of National Importance
- UCEED-qualified candidates receive preference in merit, aligning with IIT-level design admissions
- Curriculum integrates animation, motion graphics, and communication design for media and digital industries
CIT Kokrajhar B.Des Multimedia Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| One-time Non-refundable Charges (payable at Semester I admission) | INR 5,000 |
| Caution Money (refundable on programme completion) | INR 4,000 |
| Semester I | INR 21,500 |
| Semester II | INR 21,500 |
| Semester III | INR 21,500 |
| Semester IV | INR 21,500 |
| Semester V | INR 21,500 |
| Semester VI | INR 21,500 |
| Semester VII | INR 21,500 |
| Semester VIII | INR 21,500 |
| Total Fees (4 years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 1,81,000 |
- One-time non-refundable charges include admission, certificate, medical examination, student welfare, identity card, training and placement, convocation, alumni, and modernisation fees.
- SC/ST/PwD students receive a tuition fee waiver; their per-semester charge is INR 9,500 and the four-year total is INR 85,000.
- Optional hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel and mess charges are billed separately and are not included in the total above.
CIT Kokrajhar B.Des Multimedia Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UCEED 2026 Examination | January 18, 2026 |
| UCEED 2026 Result | March 2026 |
| CITBDAT Application Window | March to April 2026 (Tentative) |
| CITBDAT Examination | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List and Counselling | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Semester I Classes Commence | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Apply online at admission.cit.ac.in; the CITBDAT application fee is INR 1,200 for GEN/OBC and INR 600 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. UCEED-qualified candidates must also apply separately to CIT Kokrajhar through the institute portal.
- CITBDAT tests visual aptitude, creative thinking, and communication design skills; shortlisted candidates attend a personal portfolio review at CIT Kokrajhar campus.
- Final admission requires document verification with original 10+2 marksheet, UCEED or CITBDAT scorecard, and category certificate if applicable.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination in any stream with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/PwD) from a recognised board.
- A valid score in UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design, conducted by IIT Bombay) or CITBDAT (CIT Kokrajhar Bachelor of Design Aptitude Test) is required for admission.
Admission Process
- Qualify UCEED (conducted by IIT Bombay in January) or register for CITBDAT through admission.cit.ac.in when the notification is released.
- Submit the online application to CIT Kokrajhar with 10+2 marksheets, UCEED scorecard or CITBDAT admit card, and category certificate if applicable.
- Attend the portfolio review or personal interview at CIT Kokrajhar campus for CITBDAT-qualified candidates.
- Accept the allotted seat, pay the first-semester fee within the deadline, and report to CIT Kokrajhar on the joining date with original documents.
✓ Opt for this if
- You cleared UCEED or are confident in visual design aptitude assessments
- You want a low-fee B.Des (INR 1,81,000 total) at a centrally funded Institute of National Importance
- You are from Northeast India and want a design programme close to home
- Your interest is in animation, motion graphics, or digital communication design
✗ Skip if
- You need a metropolitan design school with dense industry tie-ups in advertising or gaming
- You want a large peer cohort with diverse specialisations across product and UX design
- Your career target requires a well-known national design school brand
CIT Kokrajhar B.Des Multimedia Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (NSP) | INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year | First- and second-year students in degree programmes; merit-based with family income below INR 8 lakh per annum |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | INR 50,000 per year | Girl students in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8 lakh per annum |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship (PwD) | INR 50,000 per year | Students with benchmark disability in AICTE-approved programmes |
| Assam State Scholarship (SC/ST) | As per state norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Assam; applied through the Assam state scholarship portal |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC, Assam) | As per government norms | OBC students domiciled in Assam; family income below INR 1 lakh per annum |
- Central government scholarships are disbursed through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); apply during the annual window, typically August to October, with income certificate, category documents, and bank details.
- CIT Kokrajhar is an Institute of National Importance; students may also explore institute merit awards announced at the start of each academic year.
- 27 out of 30 under IIRF Design Ranking 2025.
Read more on CIT Kokrajhar Rankings here
CIT Kokrajhar B.Des Multimedia FAQs
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for B.Des Multimedia at CIT Kokrajhar?
Ans. CIT Kokrajhar accepts UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design, conducted by IIT Bombay) and CITBDAT (CIT Kokrajhar Bachelor of Design Aptitude Test). UCEED-qualified candidates receive preference in the merit list.
Ques. Can students from arts, commerce, or science backgrounds apply for B.Des Multimedia?
Ans. Yes. B.Des Multimedia is open to candidates from any stream in 10+2 with a minimum of 50 percent marks. There is no subject restriction, so students from arts, commerce, and science are all eligible.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after B.Des Multimedia from CIT Kokrajhar?
Ans. Graduates can pursue roles as animation artists, motion graphics designers, UI/UX designers, visual communication specialists, and creative directors. Industries including digital media, gaming, advertising, and e-learning hire multimedia designers.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Des Multimedia at CIT Kokrajhar?
Ans. The programme charges INR 21,500 per semester for eight semesters, plus a one-time non-refundable charge of INR 5,000 and a refundable caution deposit of INR 4,000. The four-year total is INR 1,81,000 for General and OBC candidates. SC/ST/PwD students pay INR 9,500 per semester with a four-year total of INR 85,000.