Final Call: Pearl Academy & ITM-IDM Admissions Deadline Nears

For design aspirants across the country, September is a month of critical deadlines. While the new admission cycle for the 2026 academic year is now in full swing, students have a final opportunity to secure a seat for the current year at two prominent institutions: Pearl Academy and the ITM Institute of Design and Media. Both are closing their final application windows on September 30, 2025. Check regular updates at https://www.pearlacademy.com/admissions/dates-and-guidelines.

Pearl Academy: Last Chance to Apply for 2025

Pearl Academy, a premier institution for design and fashion, has announced its last admission cycle for the 2025 academic year. This is a crucial opportunity for students who may have missed earlier deadlines or are awaiting their final academic results.

• Eligibility: Candidates must have a 10+2 pass certificate from a recognized board for undergraduate programs or a bachelor's degree for postgraduate programs.
• Selection Process: The admission process includes a General Proficiency Test (GPT) and a Design Aptitude Test (DAT), followed by a personal interview.

ITM-IDM: B.Des Admissions Closing

The ITM Institute of Design and Media is also nearing the close of its application window for its Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program. The final date for registration is also September 30, 2025.

• Selection Process: Admission to ITM-IDM is based on a multi-stage process that includes an entrance exam, a portfolio screening, and a personal interview. The institute also accepts scores from national-level exams such as NID-DAT, NIFT, and UCEED.

Look Ahead to 2026 Admissions

Even as these deadlines approach, the admission cycle for 2026 is fully underway for other major institutions:

• NID DAT 2026: Applications are open until December 1, 2025, with the DAT Prelims exam on December 21, 2025.
• SEED 2026: Symbiosis Institute of Design is accepting applications until November 30, 2025, for its exam on January 11, 2026.
• UCEED & CEED 2026: The official notifications for these exams will be released on October 1, 2025, with the exams scheduled for January 18, 2026.

Aspirants are strongly advised to keep a close eye on all these dates and complete their applications as soon as possible to avoid any last-minute issues. For regular updates on admission notifications and exam schedules, follow Only Education News.

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