Chitkara Design School

Chitkara Design School (CDS) is an incredible place to merge innovative ideas with creative imagination. Continuously striving to push the boundaries of creativity and originality, CDS is the cradle of changemakers. Here, our students test ideas, nurture talents, sharpen their minds, and envision futures. They have the brilliance to see the changes the world needs—and the courage to make them. Our students graduate to success on ramps, on screen and in corner offices. They transform classrooms, industries, neighbourhoods and even ecosystems.

Strong Industry Collaborations

We’re focused on equipping our students for life after Chitkara University and our outstanding research-led teaching is empowering the next generation of global citizens. Chitkara University is building on existing and developing new partnerships with companies to infuse industry with academia to make our graduates ready for the future.

ADOBE

Chitkara University has collaborated with Adobe to offer advanced creative skill-based training to its students and faculty. With industry looking to hire those who are technically skilled and creatively alive, Chitkara University’s collaboration with Adobe will go a long way in making students industry ready and will also ensure that the faculty is at par with the industry demand and the latest skills required. The main objective of Chitkara University and Adobe Creative Technology Academy partnership is to offer Digital and Creative skill-based training to students.
FDCI

The Fashion Design Council of India is a not-for-profit organization that works to further the business of fashion in India and ensure its sustainable growth. It promotes and nurtures its over 400 members, who represent the best in Indian fashion. These members include fashion and accessory designers and professionals, educational institutions and corporates. Our collaboration with FDCI allows our students to become an integral part of the event and to work closely with Designers participating in the events, with the industry professionals.
ZEISS

We have also collaborated with Zeiss, which brings with a legacy of 175 Years in the field of Optics and offers to support as an education partner. We organize in person as well as virtual classes throughout the year for students which are supported by ZEISS Camera Lens Ambassadors and also with the ZEISS Technical Team / Ambassadors (Global). ZEISS also takes initiatives to support young photographers through its “Rediscover India” project.

Our Mentors

Gopal Meena

VP – Strategy Initiatives
Dean, Department of User Experience (UX/UI)
Manpal Setia

Dean, Department of Visual Communication
Sanjay Jangid

Dean, Department of Animation
Prof. (Dr.) Ranjan Kumar Mallik

Dean | Ph.D Supervisor

Your degree is guided by some of the best minds in education – teachers and artists, researchers and practitioners from the design world – who bring their knowledge and experiences to the classroom for a truly immersive applied education.

Global
Education

Global Education is the key area of continuous emphasis at Chitkara University and Chitkara Design School. Chitkara University is a pioneer in its focus on providing a global experience to the students. We have launched full‑time pathway degree programs in Academic Mentorship with some leading colleges and universities of the world so that our students get access to globally relevant curriculum, and exposure to accomplished international faculty.

World Class
Infrastructure

The state of the art infrastructure and flexible space allows students to create, conceptualise and exhibit their work. The hands‑on learning you receive at CDS will enable you to utilise the equipment, facilities & computer software currently used in the industry.

Industry Mentors

Our programs in Design and Communication are guided by industry mentors so that our students get an in‑depth understanding of how the ever‑evolving Design and Communication industry functions and are prepared to meet the industry requirements.

Abhinandan Sekhri

Journalist

Aman Chotani

Photographer

Amber Krishan

Co-Founder

Anuj Sharma

Founder

Arjun Mahendran

Founder

Celia Hodent

Director

Garima Mehta

Senior Lead Designer

Gilbert Santiagu

Head Photography

Harsh Kamble

Head of Design

Helen D'cruz

Creative Director

Julie Smithson

Chief of Learning

Jyoti Kamal

Editor

Kate Edwards

Executive Director

Kavitha Kalyan

Design Director

Kira Downer

Gamification Consultant

Lokesh Suji

Director

Narendra Ghate

Chief Designer

Nishant Chaturvedi

Senior Executive Editor

Pete Draper

Co-Founder

Piyush Relan

Director - UX Design

Revathi Kant

Chief Design Officer

Richard Yang

Product Designer

RJ Meenakshi

Radio Jockey

Ruchi Batra

Chief Design Officer

Sriram Suryanarayanan

Principal Design Manager

Vaibhav More

Founder & Director

What our Alumni say

At Chitkara Business School, I got many opportunities to develop management skills, leadership and proactive thinking through various programs, industry interface and events, while pursuing the MBA Healthcare program. As a part of the program I got an opportunity to intern at Fortis Hospitals, which was extremely helpful in gaining a solid, hands-on experience.

Uroosa Khan
Global Business Development & Marketing Manager at United Crest, Singapore