FDDI Admission 2025: Spot Round Begins for B.Des Footwear & Fashion Programs

The FDDI Admission 2025 spot round for B.Des in Footwear and Fashion programs has started. This article details the process, key dates, eligibility, and the list of documents required for this final admission opportunity.

For all aspirants vying for a seat at the prestigious Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), today is a pivotal day. The institute has officially commenced its spot round of admissions for its Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programs for the 2025-26 academic session. This round is an important final opportunity for candidates who appeared for the FDDI All India Selection Test (AIST) but have not yet been allocated a seat in the earlier counselling rounds. With all previous rounds of counselling now concluded, the spot round is the last chance to secure admission into the institute's various B.Des programs across its multiple campuses.

The spot round of counselling is being conducted to fill the seats that remain vacant after the completion of the regular online counselling rounds. This is a highly competitive and fast-paced process, and candidates are advised to be prepared with all the necessary documents and fees to ensure a smooth admission process. The spot round is a direct, walk-in process, meaning candidates must physically present themselves at the designated FDDI campuses to participate. This differs from the online-only process of the earlier rounds and requires immediate action from all eligible candidates.

Key Dates and Process

The FDDI Admission 2025 spot round is scheduled to run for a limited period. The process for this round is as follows:

• Eligibility Check: The spot round is open to all candidates who have appeared for the FDDI AIST 2025 and are on the merit list.
• Physical Presence is Mandatory: Interested candidates must report in person to the FDDI campus of their choice with all the required documents.
• First-Come, First-Served: Seat allocation in the spot round is based on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the candidate's merit rank and the availability of seats in the respective programs. Candidates with higher AIST ranks will be given preference.
• On-the-Spot Admission: If a candidate is offered a seat, they will be required to complete the admission formalities, including the payment of the first-semester fees, on the same day. Failure to do so will result in the seat being offered to the next eligible candidate.

Programs Available and Eligibility

The FDDI spot round will be conducted for the following B.Des programs:

• B.Des. (Footwear Design & Production): This program is the flagship offering of FDDI, known for its comprehensive curriculum in footwear design, manufacturing, and marketing.
• B.Des. (Fashion Design): A program that focuses on apparel design, textile science, fashion illustration, and brand management.
• B.Des. (Leather Goods & Accessories Design): This course is for aspirants who want to specialize in the design and production of leather goods, bags, and other accessories.

The basic eligibility criteria for all these programs remain the same as the main admission process. Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination from any recognized board in any stream. The age limit for the bachelor's program is 25 years as of July 1, 2025.

List of Essential Documents

Candidates participating in the FDDI spot round must carry the following documents in original, along with one set of self-attested photocopies:

1. FDDI AIST 2025 Admit Card
2. FDDI AIST 2025 Merit Rank Card
3. Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Pass Certificates
4. Proof of Date of Birth
5. Valid Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable. The OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be in the prescribed format and issued within the specified time frame.
6. Transfer Certificate and Migration Certificate from the last institution attended.
7. Medical Fitness Certificate
8. Passport-size photographs (at least 6 copies)
9. Required Fee: A Demand Draft or online payment receipt for the first-semester fees and other applicable charges.

The spot round is a final, urgent call for all eligible aspirants to act decisively. The available seats are limited, and the process is swift. This is the last chance for them to join FDDI and begin their journey in the world of design, footwear, and fashion. Aspiring designers must keep a close watch on the official FDDI website, fddiindia.com, for any last-minute updates on the spot round schedule and vacant seat matrix.