Masters in Interior Design [MID]

The Master of Interior Design [MID] at Garware Institute of Career Education and Development [GICED], Mumbai is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to the University of Mumbai. The curriculum covers spatial planning, material science, environmental design, construction documentation, and interior project management. Intake is 60 seats and the total course fee is INR 1,78,420 across four semesters. Admission is through a written test followed by a personal interview. GICED’s long-standing specialisation in design disciplines and its Santacruz (East) campus, close to Mumbai’s architecture and design industry, makes this a valued choice for design graduates.

GICED Mumbai MID admissions for 2026-27 are expected to open in June 2026. Candidates holding a PG Diploma in Interior Design or an equivalent 4-year undergraduate Honours degree in the relevant field are eligible. Intake is 60 seats; apply early through the GICED online portal.

Key Points

• 2-year (4-semester) Master of Interior Design affiliated to the University of Mumbai at GICED, Santacruz (East), Mumbai.
• Intake of 60 seats; admission through written test and personal interview conducted by GICED.
• Total course fee: INR 1,78,420, payable semester-wise (Sem I: INR 45,270, Sem II: INR 43,100, Sem III: INR 43,950, Sem IV: INR 46,100).
• GICED is NAAC re-accredited with A++ Grade; has offered design programmes since 1985 with strong ties to the Mumbai interior design and architecture sector.
• Fast-track option available for 4-year UG Honours degree holders to complete MID in one year under University of Mumbai norms.

GICED Mumbai MID Fees

MID Fee Structure

Component	Amount (INR)
Semester I Fee	INR 45,270
Semester II Fee	INR 43,100
Semester III Fee	INR 43,950
Semester IV Fee	INR 46,100
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 1,78,420

• Fee figures are as published on the official GICED website (gicededu.co.in) for the current admission cycle. Total fee for the 2-year MID programme is INR 1,78,420, payable semester-wise.
• The official GICED page notes that candidates without Elementary or Intermediate Drawing Examination credentials may be required to complete a 30-hour remedial module at an additional nominal charge.
• Students from SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EBC/EWS/NT/SBC/VJ categories may be eligible for Government of Maharashtra scholarship through the MahaDBT portal.

GICED Mumbai MID Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
GICED Application Portal Opens	June 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	July 2026 (Tentative)
Written Test and Personal Interview	July to August 2026 (Tentative)
Admission Confirmation and Fee Payment	August 2026 (Tentative)
Commencement of Classes	August 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration End	Exam Date	Result

• GICED conducts its own written test and personal interview for MID admissions. No external entrance exam is required.
• Application is submitted online through the GICED registration portal. Upload undergraduate/PG Diploma marksheets and photo ID at the time of application.
• Lateral entry to MID Year 2 is available for candidates who completed a PG Diploma in Interior Design from GICED with a minimum 60 percent of the master’s-level credits.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Completion of a Post Graduate Diploma in Interior Design from a recognized institution, with a minimum of 45 percent in the qualifying undergraduate degree.
• Alternatively, candidates holding a 4-year undergraduate Honours degree in Interior Design or a closely related field with at least 45 percent aggregate marks are eligible.
• Candidates without an Elementary or Intermediate Drawing Examination certificate from a recognized board may be required to complete a 30-hour remedial module before commencement of MID coursework.

Admission Process

• Register on the GICED online portal and fill the application form for Master of Interior Design [MID].
• Upload qualifying degree/diploma marksheets, photo ID proof, drawing certificate (if available), and passport-size photograph.
• Appear for the GICED written test; shortlisted candidates are called for a portfolio review and personal interview.
• Final selection is based on the written test score, portfolio review, interview, and academic record.
• Selected candidates receive an offer letter and pay Semester I fee of INR 45,270 to confirm admission.
• Report to GICED, Santacruz (East), Mumbai with original documents for verification and enrolment.

GICED Mumbai MID Scholarships 2026

MID Scholarships Available

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Government of Maharashtra (SC/ST/VJ/NT/SBC) Post-Matric Scholarship	Full tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	Applicable categories; apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in after admission
OBC Non-Creamy Layer Post-Matric Scholarship	Tuition fee up to INR 1,00,000 + maintenance	OBC (NCL) students with family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
EBC Freeship (Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scheme)	Course fee reimbursement	Students with family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship (Minorities)	INR 3,000 to INR 12,000/year + maintenance	Students from notified minority communities with family income below INR 2.5 lakh; apply via scholarships.gov.in
GICED Merit Scholarship	Based on academic performance	Outstanding students; awarded by the institute each academic year

• Maharashtra government scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/EBC/EWS) are disbursed via the MahaDBT portal. Apply within the notified deadline each year with income and caste certificates.
• Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities is processed via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). Applications typically open in August-September each year.

GICED Mumbai MID FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MID at GICED Mumbai?

Ans. The total fee for the Master of Interior Design at GICED Mumbai is INR 1,78,420 for the 2-year programme, payable in four semester instalments: Semester I (INR 45,270), Semester II (INR 43,100), Semester III (INR 43,950), and Semester IV (INR 46,100). This is as per the official GICED fee structure.

Ques. What is the eligibility for MID at GICED Mumbai?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Interior Design from a recognized institution, with a minimum 45 percent in their undergraduate degree. Alternatively, a 4-year UG Honours degree in Interior Design or a closely related field qualifies for direct admission. Candidates without a Drawing Examination certificate may need a 30-hour remedial module.

Ques. What career paths are available after MID from GICED Mumbai?

Ans. MID graduates can work as interior designers, spatial designers, landscape designers, set designers, event space coordinators, site supervisors, and independent design consultants. Mumbai’s real estate development, hospitality sector, and film industry offer extensive opportunities. Many GICED MID graduates work with architecture firms, design studios, and luxury hospitality groups in Mumbai and other metros.

Ques. Is there a fast-track option for MID at GICED?

Ans. Yes. Candidates holding a 4-year undergraduate Honours degree (with research) in Interior Design or a closely related field with the required academic standing can complete the MID programme in one year as per University of Mumbai norms. This is subject to meeting GICED’s admission criteria and the University of Mumbai’s fast-track programme regulations.

Ques. Does GICED Mumbai offer lateral entry to MID Year 2?

Ans. Yes. Candidates who have completed a PG Diploma in Interior Design from GICED with a minimum of 60 percent of master’s-level credits and hold a graduate degree with at least 45 percent marks are eligible for direct admission to MID Year 2. This lateral entry pathway is subject to seat availability and GICED’s annual admission notification.