Footwear Design and Development Institute All India Selection Test
Conducted by Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI)
FDDI AIST is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admission to undergraduate programmes in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, Retail & Fashion Merchandise, and related disciplines offered by FDDI campuses.
Overview
The FDDI All India Selection Test (AIST) is conducted annually for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered by FDDI. The examination evaluates aptitude, creativity, analytical skills, quantitative ability and general awareness relevant to the design and retail industries.
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Process
- 1Stage 1: FDDI AIST Examination
- 2Stage 2: Merit List Preparation
- 3Stage 3: Counselling
- 4Stage 4: Seat Allotment
- 5Stage 5: Admission Confirmation
Exam Pattern / Stages
Stage 1: AIST Entrance Examination
Mode
Computer Based Test
Duration
2.5 Hours
Questions
150
Total Marks
150
Medium
English
Negative Marking
No
Subjects:
National-level entrance test for FDDI undergraduate programmes.
Syllabus
Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic
- Percentages
- Ratio and Proportion
- Profit and Loss
- Time and Work
- Data Interpretation
Verbal Ability
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Reading Comprehension
- Sentence Correction
Logical Reasoning
- Series
- Analogy
- Classification
- Critical Reasoning
- Problem Solving
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Fashion Industry
- Retail Industry
- Business Awareness
- General Knowledge
Design Aptitude
- Creativity
- Visualization
- Design Thinking
- Observation Skills
Important Dates
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OC | As per official notification |
| OBC / BC | As per official notification |
| SC / ST | Concession as per rules |
| Women | As per official notification |
| PWD / PH | As per official notification |
Payment Mode: Online
Preparation Strategy
Focus on aptitude, reasoning, creativity and general awareness. Practice mock tests regularly and stay updated with fashion and retail industry trends.
Beginner
Build aptitude and reasoning fundamentals.
Intermediate
Practice design aptitude and business awareness questions.
Advanced
Take full-length mock tests and improve speed and accuracy.
Recommended Books
FDDI AIST Entrance Guide
Arihant Experts
Quantitative Aptitude
R.S. Aggarwal
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
R.S. Aggarwal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FDDI AIST?
It is the entrance examination conducted by FDDI for admission to design and retail programmes.
Is there negative marking?
No, FDDI AIST generally does not have negative marking.
Which courses are offered through FDDI AIST?
Footwear Design, Fashion Design, Retail and Fashion Merchandise, and related programmes.
Who conducts FDDI AIST?
Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI).
Quick Facts
Conducting Body
Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI)
Exam Level
National
Category
Design
Attempts
No restriction
Last Date
April
Cutoff Trends
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