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FDDI AIST is a national-level entrance exam for design programs like BDes and MDes at the Footwear Design and Development Institute. It assesses aptitude for design and management courses.

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FDDI AIST 2026 exam for UG and PG programs. Conducted by Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI). Offers BDes, MDes, and MBA Retail & Fashion Merchandise. FDDI AIST 2026 Registration in November 2025. Registration fee: Rs. 600 (General) & Rs. 300 (SC/ST). Exam in second week of May 2026. Paper-based exam with multiple-choice questions. Admissions to 12 FDDI institutes across India.

Exam Highlights
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exam date

May 1, 2025

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age criteria

UG: Below 25 years

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results

May 11, 2025

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No. of papers

1

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duration

180

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fee

Gen: 600, SC/ST: 300

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fill application form

Nov 2025 - April 2026

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Eligibility

10+2, Graduation

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question type

Paper-based, MCQ

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Important Points

  1. Key Takeaways for Aspirants:
  2. Eligibility Criteria : Candidates for undergraduate programs must have completed 10+2 from a recognized board and should not be more than 25 years old as of July 1, 2025. For postgraduate programs, a bachelor's degree in any discipline is required, with no age restrictions. Final year students appearing for exams in 2025 are also eligible.
  3. Application Process : The application form is available online on the official FDDI website. Candidates need to register, fill in

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