Varthamaanam includes e-varthamanam (online design orientation sessions) and Saintgits Design Aptitude Test (SDAT) where we interact through different modes
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Choosing Design as a career is a bold decision. You may have many questions about what it offers as a career and work culture, as well as the investment needed to pursue a professional degree. At SDS, we conduct regular online sessions to address your queries about design education and the profession. Join us on e-Varthamaanam for a quick interaction with our faculty.
Register to Know MoreThe Saintgits Design Aptitude Test (SDAT) is an interactive evaluation uniquely designed around the concept of Varthamaanam—a pathway of conversation. This two-stage assessment helps us understand your natural aptitude, genuine interest, and overall capability as a design aspirant.
Join us for a quick and meaningful conversation to explore whether design is the right path for you on 24th April, 2026, Friday
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The Saintgits Design Aptitude Test (SDAT) is an interactive evaluation uniquely designed to connect design aspirants with Saintgits Design School. This two-stage assessment helps us understand your natural aptitude, genuine interest, and overall capability as a design aspirant.
SDAT Stage 1 – Task-Based Assessment: This stage is an online assignment that you will complete and upload to the SDAT portal. Our team will contact you with the specific details of your task via your registered email. Please note that this is a time-sensitive assignment and must be submitted within the allotted timeframe. Your submission will be assessed by a panel of experts, and the results will be communicated to you via email.
SDAT Stage 2 – Interview-Based Assessment: Candidates who successfully clear Stage 1 will be invited for a face-to-face personal interview. In this stage the completed task and the portfolio of the students will be assessed by a panel of experts. The primary venue is Saintgits Design School in Kottayam, with additional interview centers available in select cities on specified dates.
Upon successful completion of Stage 2, selected candidates will receive an official admission offer letter. Any eligibility for scholarships will also be communicated at this time.
To apply for B.Des Program at Saintgits Design School, the candidates should have completed 10+2 schooling from any stream with a minimum of 50% marks. Additionally, the students should qualify in any approved National or State level Design Admission Tests conducted by IIT (UCEED), NID (DAT), NIFT, Council of Architecture (NATA) or LBS (KS-DAT). Candidates should have completed 17 years of age as on December 2026.
Selected candidates will be informed in a few days and asked to join by a date, with their marksheet, and admission test score card paying the joining fees to confirm their seat. Admissions will be offered provisionally, subject to the candidate meeting all requirements before the joining date.
Prospective students are invited to the school to take a look at the classes and student works and decide for themselves if design is the right career choice for them. You may also write to us for details at sds@saintgits.org.
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If you are ready to engage with the world thoughtfully and turn imagination into impact, we would love to have you here—where curiosity leads, and possibilities expand.
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Design is the right path for you if you:
Candidates are expected to bring a portfolio at the time of interview. The portfolio should mirror your personality and can be a collection of your creative works. The main objective of the portfolio is to display your aptitude for a career in design.
Only original works should be included, plagiarised work, replication of famous works or fan art are best avoided. More than the quantity of work, quality and variety should be focussed upon. Don’t clutter your portfolio, leave ample margins and breathing space between works. Make sure to title and label your works neatly.