DQ Labs is India’s premier coaching institute for Design, Fashion, and Architecture entrance exams, dedicated to mentoring the next generation of creative professionals. With an 18-year legacy and over 25,000 students mentored since 2007, we specialise in helping students crack India’s most prestigious entrance exams, including NID, UCEED, NIFT, CEED, NATA, and JEE Paper 2.

Our mission is to move beyond rote memorization, focusing instead on Design Thinking and fundamental understanding—the very skills that allow our students to excel not just in exams, but in their future careers.

Why DQ Labs is India’s #1 Choice for NID, NIFT, NATA & UCEED Aspirants?

Choosing the right mentor is the first step toward a successful career in the creative industries. At DQ Labs, we offer an unmatched ecosystem of expertise and technology  in the following ways:

Led by Industry Titans: DQ Labs is run by practising design professionals from IIT-Delhi, NID-Ahmedabad, University of Genoa, Brera Academy, and NIFT Bangalore. Our faculty brings over two decades of national and international industry experience to the classroom.

Proven Success Rates: We pride ourselves on having the highest selection rates in India: 1 in 4 DQ students are selected for NIDs and IITs, 8 out of 10 DQ students secure seats in NIFT, 99.9% selection rate in NATA & JEEP2

Global Alumni Network: Join a community of 25,000+ alumni who have successfully graduated from premier institutes like NID Ahmedabad, IIT Bombay, NIFT Bangalore, SPA Delhi, CEPT, and international universities.

State-of-the-Art Studios: We are the only institute featuring five specialized Design Studios in Bangalore, providing an immersive environment for creative growth.

How has DQ Labs past student performance been?

DQ Labs has consistently delivered strong results in design and architecture entrance exams. Students trained at DQ Labs have secured admissions in top institutes such as NID, NIFT, IITs, CEPT University and IISc. Through its combination of online study material, sketch development programs and expert mentorship, DQ Labs focuses on building creativity and problem-solving skills required to succeed in competitive design entrance examinations.

Why is DQ Labs considered a trend setter in design coaching?

DQ Labs was among the first institutes in India to introduce a specialized online sketch development program designed specifically for creative entrance exams such as NID, NATA, NIFT, UCEED and CEED. The program offers one-to-one interaction with experienced architects and mentors, helping students develop creativity, observation skills and design thinking.

What is the primary focus of DQ Labs coaching programs?

DQ Labs focuses exclusively on creative entrance examinations for design and architecture. Unlike many institutes that teach multiple subjects, DQ Labs concentrates on exams such as NID, NATA, NIFT, UCEED and CEED, allowing students to receive specialized guidance and focused preparation.

Since when has DQ Labs been operating?

With an 18-year legacy and over 25,000 students mentored since 2007, We are the only institute featuring five specialized Design Studios in Bangalore, providing an immersive environment for NID, NIFT, NATA & UCEED Entrance Exam Coaching.

Who are the faculty members at DQ Labs?

All faculty members at DQ Labs are industry experts. DQ Labs is run by design professionals from IIT-Delhi, NID-Ahmedabad, University of Genoa, Brera Academy, and NIFT Bangalore. Our faculty brings over two decades of international industry experience to the classroom. The teaching content and delivery standards remain consistent across all centres, ensuring uniform learning quality for all students.

What makes DQ Labs different from other coaching institutes for design entrance exams preparation?

DQ Labs follows a structured teaching approach that starts from the Design fundamentals and progresses to advanced levels. Each topic includes sufficient assignments, along with detailed feedback, enabling students to strengthen and master all concepts.

Study materials are provided through the online platform “DQ Edge” – edge.dqlabs.in, which generates cognitive analytics for each student. This helps learners gradually work towards solving advanced and high-difficulty assignments.

Is DQ Labs coaching cost-effective compared to other institutes?

The fees reflect the value provided, including unlimited classes, access to top industry experts, and a comprehensive, technology-driven study material platform.