Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), Chandigarh, was established in 1986 under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Admissions prioritize AIST scores, though other national-level results may be accepted if seats remain available. The most popular programs are B.Des (Footwear Design & Production) and B.Des (Fashion Design). Courses Offered (2026-27): B.Des (Footwear Design & Production), B.Des (Fashion Design), BBA (Retail & Fashion Merchandise), and MBA (Retail & Fashion Merchandise). Admission Criteria: Based on the AIST 2026 entrance exam. Candidates with valid UCEED scores (for B.Des) or CAT scores (for MBA) are also eligible for direct admission/exam waivers through centralized mapping, followed by a Group Discussion and Personal Interview for PG programs. Cutoff: Merit-based ranking from the AIST; final seat allotment is conducted through centralized counseling based on the Common Merit Rank (CMR). Total Fees: INR 5.8 Lakhs (B.Des/BBA) and INR 5.86 Lakhs (MBA/M.Des)