Indian Institute of Crafts and Design (IICD), Jaipur is one of India’s premier design institutes dedicated to promoting, preserving, and modernizing the country’s rich craft heritage. Established in 1995 by the Government of Rajasthan, IICD works to combine traditional craft skills with contemporary design education, creating skilled designers, craft entrepreneurs, and innovators.
IICD Jaipur has gained national recognition for its hands-on learning environment, strong industry partnerships, and craft-focused programs that help students explore India’s cultural identity through design.
🎓 Courses Offered at IICD Jaipur
IICD offers a range of industry-oriented programs at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels:
Undergraduate Programs
Postgraduate Programs
Certificate & Skill Development Programs
Short-term courses in textile crafts
Leather craft training
Handicraft development programs
Artisan skill upgradation workshops
These programs provide a deep understanding of materials, traditional crafts, design processes, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
🏫 Campus & Facilities at IICD Jaipur
IICD provides a modern and creatively designed campus that encourages innovation:
🎨 Advanced design studios
🧵 Material workshops (wood, metal, textile, clay, leather, etc.)
📚 Well-equipped resource center with craft archives
🖥️ Computer labs for CAD, graphic design, and digital tools
🏛️ Exhibition and display areas
🧑🏫 Expert faculty from design and craft industries
🌿 Green, peaceful campus environment
🏡 Hostel facilities for boys and girls
The campus supports both theoretical knowledge and extensive hands-on craft learning.
💼 Placement & Career Opportunities
Graduates from IICD build successful careers in:
Craft design
Textile & apparel design
Product design
Craft entrepreneurship
Handmade brand development
Furniture & accessory design
Social development organizations
Design research
Art and craft documentation
Cultural preservation
Many students also launch their own craft-based brands, work directly with artisan communities, or collaborate with NGOs and government craft initiatives.