Discover our journey and values
Founded in October 2011, INSD has dedicated itself to shaping the future of arts, design, media, and luxury education in India. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has made us a leader in the field, attracting passionate students from diverse backgrounds. We strive to provide a transformative learning experience that empowers creativity and fosters professional growth.
Our journey in arts and design education
With a focus on international standards and regular collaborations with the industry's top minds, we hope to see our country's raw talent develop into skilled professionals capable of taking on transformational leadership roles in the near future.
What makes us unique is our ability to make education a great experience. Right from bringing design education to a centrally-located venue in your city to organizing fun events that stimulate learning and growth, we are all about creating lifelong experiences that you will cherish forever.
Trusted by leading brands
Achievements
by the numbers
10 +
Brand Partner
50+
Campuses in India
7
Campuses Worldwide
15,000+
Students Graduated
From the directors' desk
At our Design Institute, we are on a mission to ignite the creative spark in a million learners, empowering them to shape the world with beauty, love, and emotional connection. Through immersive education and hands-on practice, we cultivate creativity that is not just seen, but felt design that touches hearts, transforms spaces, and tells human stories. We believe in a future where design is a language of empathy, and every student becomes a messenger of meaning, artistry, and purpose.
From our directors:
Dipali, Niharika and Prosenjit
Awards and accolades
Our brand International School of Design -INSD has been honoured with the Times Business Award for Excellence in Design Education— presented by the Times of India.
This isn’t just an accolade. It’s a powerful reflection of our shared mission: to redefine design education in India and shape future-ready creative leaders. This award is equally of our 75+ partners pan India work, support and belief in the INSD vision made this possible. This award is proof that we’re not following industry trends— we’re setting them.
Excellence isn’t claimed— it’s recognised.
Explore our worldwide
network of campuses
Our course offers a detailed syllabus that covers essential topics and skills. You'll engage in interactive learning experiences designed to enhance your understanding. Join us to unlock your potential and achieve your academic goals.
Our ideology
Our ideology rests on design as a discipline that unites creativity, research, and problem-solving. We emphasize critical thinking, cultural awareness, and sustainable practice to shape responsible designers. By integrating tradition with modern innovation, we prepare students to create solutions that are both meaningful and impactful.”
Vision
Our vision is to nurture skilled design professionals who can meet India’s evolving needs while advancing global design education and research. We emphasize holistic student development and staying ahead of modern trends.
Mission
Our mission is to blend tradition and innovation in design education, creating industry-ready professionals. We aim to set new standards through quality, value-driven learning with global vision and local impact.
L.V. Saptharishi
Founder
Mr. LV L.V. Saptharishi, Founder of INSD and a retired IAS Officer, brings extensive experience from the fashion industry and NIFT leadership. He associates with INSD for its international values, excellent courses, esteemed faculty, and personalized coaching. Mr. Saptharishi believes in INSD's potential to nurture design leaders, aiming for a fruitful relationship to enhance the institute's standing in the fashion and design realm.
Mr. Sunjey Aggarwal
Founder
Over the past decade, INSD has become a leading institution in arts, design, media, and luxury education. Our innovative approach and global partnerships have established a unique presence in the industry. With 55+ campuses nationwide boasting cutting-edge facilities, we're recognized as India's top design school, reflecting our dedication and inventive teaching methods. INSD is known for nurturing creativity and innovation in a lively academic environment, offering hands-on courses that empower students to excel. Our success is driven by diverse students and faculty, making INSD a vibrant hub of creative inspiration
Mr. Pranav Raj Aggarwal
Executive Director
We at INSD believe in the true value of global exposure. The ethos of our brand encompasses a Global Network of partners, faculties, schools, and students. At every INSD campus, be it in India or Internationally, you can expect to receive an educational experience that not only teaches you about your choice of subject but also nourishes and nurtures you into becoming fine professionals.
Visionaries Behind INSD
Our fore-founders--Late Mr. LV Saptarishi, ex-director general of NIFT, and Mr. Sunjey Aggarwal--believed that access to good quality design education arguably became a challenge over the years. For students who want and deserve access to good quality education in their hometowns, it is for them that INSD got founded.
Entrepreneurship Development Cell
The Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) is a common feature within many universities and colleges, dedicated to igniting and nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit among aspiring student founders.
EDC programs typically offer workshops, mentorship opportunities, and sometimes funding resources to assist students in developing their business ideas into viable startups. By fostering creativity, innovation, and business acumen, EDCs play a crucial role in empowering students to become the future generation of job creators
Student Testimonials
Hear from our students about their experiences.
I'm glad to have been introduced to the MiLuxBM programme at the International School of Design. I am looking for a position in the Luxury space after three years of experience in events and digital marketing.
This program has provided me with the opportunity to interact with numerous industry experts, which has aided in the development of
my luxury knowledge.
Vidi Karla
Events, MiLuxBM Feb 2021
My interest in luxury fashion made me choose this course. I have
been working as Human resource personnel and MiLuxB’s detailed management study is educating me well about the industry.
The journey has been knowledgeable. My favourite element of
this course is the masterclass being provided often with the
industry experts
Riya Sharma
Fasion, MiLuxBM Feb 2021
Contact us
Phone
Office
INSD Whitefield
Sree Sai Harsha Towers, 3rd Floor, lift No 2,
Whitefield Main Road
Bangalore 560066