Admission Process Overview
The admission process for the B.Tech in Interior Design program at Anant National University Ahmedabad is designed to be transparent, fair, and aligned with national standards. It involves multiple stages that assess academic aptitude, creative potential, and overall suitability for the field of interior design.
Eligibility Criteria
Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination | Age Limit (as of July 1st) |
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General | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 60% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
EWS | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 55% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
OBC-NCL | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 50% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
SC | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 45% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
ST | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 45% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
PwD (General) | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 45% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
PwD (EWS) | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 40% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
PwD (OBC-NCL) | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 40% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
PwD (SC) | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 40% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
PwD (ST) | CBSE/State Board/ICSE | 40% | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | No upper limit |
Application Steps
- Online Registration: Prospective students must register on the official university portal using valid credentials and personal details.
- Upload Documents: All required documents such as 10th/12th mark sheets, identity proof, photograph, signature, etc., must be uploaded in specified formats.
- Payment of Fees: Application fees are payable via net banking or credit/debit cards. Refundable under certain conditions.
- Fill Application Form: Complete the detailed application form with accurate information and submit it for review.
- Verification Process: The university conducts a verification process to ensure eligibility criteria are met and documents are authentic.
- Merit List Declaration: Based on performance in qualifying exams, merit lists are prepared and published online.
- Counseling Participation: Selected candidates must participate in online counseling sessions for seat allocation.
- Seat Acceptance: Final confirmation of admission occurs after payment of the admission fee and submission of original documents.
Admission Categories and Historical Ranks
Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (General) | PwD (EWS) | PwD (OBC-NCL) | PwD (SC) | PwD (ST) |
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2023 | 8500 | 9200 | 9600 | 10400 | 11000 | 10500 | 11200 | 11800 | 12400 | 13000 |
2022 | 8800 | 9500 | 9900 | 10700 | 11300 | 10800 | 11500 | 12100 | 12700 | 13300 |
2021 | 9100 | 9800 | 10200 | 11000 | 11600 | 11100 | 11800 | 12400 | 13000 | 13600 |
2020 | 9400 | 10100 | 10500 | 11300 | 11900 | 11400 | 12100 | 12700 | 13300 | 13900 |
2019 | 9700 | 10400 | 10800 | 11600 | 12200 | 11700 | 12400 | 13000 | 13600 | 14200 |
Admission Strategy for Aspirants
For aspirants aiming to secure admission to the Interior Design program, strategic preparation is essential. Here are key tips:
- Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the topics covered in qualifying exams (JEE Main/Advanced or state board). Focus on mathematics, physics, and chemistry subjects.
- Practice Mock Tests: Regularly take mock tests to improve time management and identify weak areas. Analyze performance and revise accordingly.
- Focus on Design Aptitude: Since the program is creative-oriented, practice sketching, visualization exercises, and problem-solving tasks that showcase artistic ability.
- Prepare for Counseling: Understand the choice-filling strategy by analyzing previous year rank trends and identifying safe, good, and dream colleges based on your expected rank.
- Stay Updated: Keep track of university notifications regarding application deadlines, exam schedules, and counseling dates to avoid missing important milestones.
Counseling Process
The counseling process for the Interior Design program involves multiple rounds of seat allocation based on merit lists. Candidates must:
- Participate in online counseling sessions
- Select preferences among available seats across different categories
- Wait for the final allocation based on rank and choices filled
- Confirm acceptance of allocated seat by paying admission fees
The process is designed to be fair and transparent, with all details available on the university website. Candidates are advised to prepare their choices carefully before participating in counseling rounds.