IMS Design & Innovation Academy Announces Design Entry Test (DET) for 2026–27 Admissions; Applications Close 20th April

New Delhi, April 6, 2026: IMS Design & Innovation Academy (IMS DIA), Noida, a leading institute for design, has announced the Design Entry Test (DET) for admissions to its undergraduate design programs for the academic session 2026–27.

Admissions through DET are offered across several design disciplines including Fashion Design, Interior Design, Communication Design, Jewellery Design, and Luxury Product Design, allowing students to pursue specialized design pathways aligned with their interests and career goals.

The Design Entry Test (DET) is conducted to identify students with creative thinking, visualization skills, and problem-solving abilities essential for design education. The test is structured to assess both creative and general aptitude, helping the institute select candidates who demonstrate the potential to develop innovative solutions and succeed in specialized design programs.

Key details for DET 2026–27 are as follows:

• Entrance Exam: Design Entry Test (DET)
• Academic Session: 2026–27
• Last Date to Apply: April 20^th, 2026
• Date of examination: 22^nd – 23^rd April
• Eligibility: Class 12 pass from a recognized board (any stream)
• Exam Components: Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT)
• Program Areas: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Communication Design, Jewellery Design, Luxury Product Design
• Registration Process: Candidates can register online here.
• Exam Mode & Location: The DET will be conducted in offline mode at the IMS Design & Innovation Academy campus.

Students interested in pursuing undergraduate design education at IMS DIA can apply for DET through the institute’s official admissions portal before the application deadline.

Over the years, IMS DIA has established itself as a prominent institution for design education, offering specialized programs across multiple creative disciplines. The institute focuses on developing design professionals through practical learning, industry exposure, and interdisciplinary collaboration that prepares students for evolving careers in the design and innovation ecosystem.

About IMS Design & Innovation Academy

IMS Design & Innovation Academy (IMS DIA), Noida, known for its industry-oriented curriculum, studio-based learning environment, and strong focus on innovation-led design thinking offers undergraduate design programs across disciplines such as fashion, communication, interior, product, and jewellery design. The institute emphasizes studio-based learning, industry collaboration, and experiential education to prepare students for careers in the creative and design industries.