Footwear Design and Development Institute, Patna was established in 2017 and is located in Patna, Bihar. It is a premier institution for design and management education, recognized as an Institution of National Importance. The Footwear Design and Development Institute has been acknowledged for various achievements, including the CSR National Award in 2022 and the Sneaker Design Award in 2020. Further, FDDI Patna participated in the India Skills National Competition in 2021 and the International Knowledge Fest Virtual Crosslinx in 2021. The institute also received recognition in the Prospect 100 Kering France Global Design Competition in 2021. FDDI Patna maintains 3 international tie-ups with renowned institutions such as the University of Northampton, ARS SUTORIA, Italy, and PFI, Germany. FDDI (an Institution of National Importance) offers a diverse range of UG, PG, and Diploma courses to students. These courses are provided across two main departments, focusing on Design and Management. The Footwear Design and Development Institute provides programs such as Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in specializations like Fashion Design, Footwear Design & Production, and Leather Goods & Accessories Design. It also offers Master of Design (M.Des) in similar specializations. For management aspirants, FDDI Patna has Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs in Retail & Fashion Merchandise. These programs are considered flagship courses and focus on design, management, and retail fashion merchandise. The institute is located in a well-equipped and modern 10-acre campus in Patna, specifically at Gulzarbagh, Ashok Rajpath. This campus is equipped with the latest innovations and facilities designed to support comprehensive learning and practical skill development. Footwear Design and Development Institute has continuously launched various student-centric initiatives and industry-aligned programs, showcasing their commitment to holistic development and design excellence in the footwear, leather goods, and fashion retail sectors. FDDI Patna is driven and promoted by its status as an Institution of National Importance. Located in Patna, this reputed institute accepts various entrance exam scores including FDDI AIST, CAT, XAT, MAT, GMAT, CMAT, and NMAT for admissions. The institute primarily conducts its own entrance examination, FDDI All India Selection Test (AIST), for most of its programs. Footwear Design and Development Institute faculty are experienced professionals with years of industry experience in their respective domains, providing valuable guidance to students.