The National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad is a highly respected, government-backed design institute with a long history (established in 1961), rooted in the Bauhaus-style “learning by doing” philosophy. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across a wide range of design disciplines. Beyond teaching, NID engages in research, consultancy, and applied design services. It plays a significant role in both national design capacity and global design engagement, backed by strong infrastructure, international collaborations, and a commitment to socially relevant design.