Interior Design in 2026: Admission 2026, Salary, Fees, Course, Syllabus

Published by Shikha Kumari on May 07, 2025

Interior design involves planning and designing the layout, materials, fixtures, and furnishings of a space. As the population increases along with rising incomes, there is a growing need for skilled designers alongside civil engineers. In this block, we are going to discuss how to pursue an interior design course in 2026. Interior design admission courses after 12th are available online as well as in a few colleges in Delhi.

Interior Design Admission 2026

To get into interior design courses, candidates can fill out design exam forms such as UCEED, NID DAT, etc. National-level entrance exams help both institutions and candidates by centralising one test for multiple colleges. Candidates should practice through PYQS of the entrance exams. Some of the colleges that offer interior design courses are INIFD Vashi, Arya Post Graduate College, JSS Polytechnic for Women, Amity University, Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s University, St. Joseph’s College for Women, and Chandigarh University. Candidates will be emailed updates to stay informed about the latest information regarding these entrance exams.

NID DAT Schedule 2026

NID DAT schedule for 2026 examination has been released, the important dates are mentioned in the table below:

UCEED Schedule 2026

UCEED notification for 2026 exam was released on 1 October 2025, the exam is scheduled to be conducted on 18 January 2026.

Interior Design Courses after 12th

Some of the available courses just after Class 12th are Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Science. While a Bachelor of Design can take three to four years, a Bachelor of Science typically takes only three years. Both courses involve space planning and principles of lighting and architecture. If the candidate wishes to pursue post-graduation, a Master of Design or Master of Science in Interior Design is available for one to two years to understand design concepts and advanced materials.

Interior Design Syllabus

The interior design syllabus depends on the program the candidate is pursuing. While the basic theme of the courses remains the same. Both help in creating a more functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing environment. For example, in a Bachelor of Design, candidates focus on space planning and enhancing aesthetics. However, as a Bachelor of Science student in Interior Design, the candidate would also learn how to make aesthetically pleasing environments more practical.

Interior Design Course Online

Many times, candidates may not have interior design colleges available near them, and likewise, they may not be able to relocate to another state. In such cases, candidates can make use of online resources available on platforms such as Coursera, AAFT, and NPTEL. Some of the courses are mentioned below:

Interior Design Course in Delhi: Fees

Some of the best colleges for interior design courses in Delhi are GGSIPU East Delhi, LPU, and others. The tuition fees range from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 10 lakh. However, the annual median packages offered as ROI range from Rs 2,00,000 to Rs 8.15 lakh.

Interior Designer Salary 

As per some reports, the interior design market is expected to reach an estimated 1.87 billion dollars by 2025. There will be an increasing demand for quality interior design services, particularly in urban areas. Interior designer salaries often depend on experience. For example, an entry-level designer can expect a monthly salary between Rs 35,000 and Rs 55,000. With 3–5 years of experience, this can rise to Rs 8.4 LPA to Rs 14.16 LPA. Finally, as a senior designer with over 5 years of experience, a candidate can expect a monthly salary of Rs 2 lakh or more.