FDDI's published 2026 examination-process page gives section names and question/mark distribution, rather than a detailed chapter-by-chapter syllabus. The sections attempted differ by programme. Use these official subject areas as a preparation framework and check the next prospectus for updates.

Bachelor-level subject and unit breakdown

• Analytical Ability (A): logical reasoning, relationships, patterns, deduction and basic quantitative/analytical problem solving. The official table specifies 25 questions, one mark each.
• Design Aptitude Test (B, B.Des applicants): design awareness and aptitude for visual/design problems; official table specifies one question worth 50 marks. FDDI does not publish a fixed chapter list on the reviewed page.
• General Awareness (C): broad general knowledge and awareness of current events and the design, fashion, footwear and retail context; 35 questions, one mark each.
• Comprehension and language (D): reading comprehension (25 questions) and grammar, usage and related English-language skills (15 questions); one mark each in the published table.
• Business Aptitude Test (E, BBA applicants): business and management aptitude; 25 questions, two marks each.

Master-level subject and unit breakdown

• Analytical Ability (A): reasoning and analytical problem-solving; 25 questions, two marks each.
• English Comprehension and Grammar (B): reading, comprehension, grammar and usage; 50 questions, one mark each.
• General Knowledge and Current Affairs (C): awareness of current events and general knowledge; 50 questions, one mark each.
• Management Aptitude Test and Design Aptitude Test (D): aptitude for management and design-related problem solving; 50 questions, one mark each.

For 2026 the official programme rules directed B.Des candidates to attempt A-D, BBA candidates to attempt A, C, D and E, and M.Des/MBA candidates to attempt the postgraduate A-D pattern. The combined bachelor A-E table is not the exact paper attempted by every candidate. FDDI's public table does not state a negative-marking rule or test duration; verify the latest official instructions and admit card.

Use official FDDI sample papers, if published for the cycle, to understand question style. Practise reasoning, reading accuracy, current-affairs revision, idea generation and programme-relevant design or business awareness. Avoid treating third-party chapter lists or predicted weightages as official.