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Established in 2006, the Department of Fashion Designing is committed to its mission of producing skilled professionals to meet the growing demands of the fashion, apparel, and textile industries at both regional and national levels. The department offers a comprehensive range of programs designed to cater to diverse academic and professional aspirations.
The department is supported by a team of highly trained and experienced faculty members who impart a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. Through task-based learning and hands-on training, students are guided to refine their skills, creativity, and industry readiness.
By fostering an environment of innovation and professional growth, the department of Fashion Designing plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of fashion professionals, contributing significantly to the advancement of the fashion and textile sectors.
| Sr. No. | Name of Course | Major/ Minor/ SEC/ VAC/ MDSC | DURATION | SEAT | AVAILABILITY | PO/ CO (as per NEP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Voc (Fashion Technology and Apparel Design) | Major | *4 Years | 50 | 10+2 in any discipline of the University/Board/ Council or examination of any other recognized university with not less than 45% marks in the aggregate. | The course will train students in fashion illustration, pattern making, garment construction, and textile design. It prepares them to use CAD for pattern development and pursue freelance design or boutique ownership. Graduates can work as assistant designers, sampling coordinators, or production managers in export houses or fashion companies. |
| 2 | B.A. with Fashion Designing (FYUP) | Minor (DSC) | 4 Years | — | 10+2 in any discipline of the University/Board/ Council or examination of any other recognized university with not less than 45% marks in the aggregate. | The course equips students with skills in design, pattern making, garment construction, textile science, fashion illustration, trend analysis, and marketing, preparing them for careers in fashion industry roles. |
| 3 | B.A. (FYUP) | Inter Disciplinary (IDC) | 1.5 years | — | The course equips students with skills in design, pattern making, garment construction, fashion illustration, trend analysis, and marketing, preparing them for careers in fashion industry roles. | |
| 4 | B.A./ B.Com/ B.Com(Tax Planning and Management)/ B.Sc/ BCA (FYUP) | Skill Enhancement (SEC) | 1.5 years | — | Students will gain an in-depth understanding of color theory and the color chart, explore various fabric painting techniques, and acquire the skills to decorate fabrics with unique, painted designs, enhancing their creativity and craftsmanship in surface enrichment. | |
| 5 | B.Voc (FTAD)/ B.Voc( FPP)/ B.Voc (HN)/ B.Voc(LM)/ B.Voc (ME)/ B.Voc(MLT) | Skill Enhancement (SEC) | 1.5 years | — | The course equips students with knowledge of fashion terminologies, design aesthetics, and garment construction. It fosters awareness of current trends, traditional Indian techniques like embroidery and printing, and develops skills in selecting dresses and accessories for various occasions, figure types, and seasons. Students also learn sketching, tie-dye, and computer-aided design. |
* The programme provides an option of multiple exit points at the end of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year.
| SNO | NAME OF COURSE | DURATION | SEATS | ELIGIBILITY | PO/CO (AS PER NON- NEP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Voc (Fashion Technology and Apparel Design) | *3 Years | 50 | 10+2 in any discipline of the University/Board/ Council or examination of any other recognized university with not less than 45% marks in the aggregate. | The course covers design fundamentals, quality control, labeling, packaging, and textile laws. It introduces marketing, product planning, and pricing. Students gain knowledge of fibers, yarns, fabrics, and handling various fabric during construction. Practical skills in sketching, rendering, pattern-making, and understanding special-purpose machines in the apparel industry are also developed. |
| 2 | B.A. with Fashion Designing | 3 Years | 10+2 in any discipline of the University/Board/ Council or examination of any other recognized university with not less than 45% marks in the aggregate. | The course equips students with skills in design, pattern making, garment construction, textile science, fashion illustration, trend analysis, and marketing, preparing them for careers in fashion industry roles. | |
| 3 | M.Voc (Fashion Technology and Apparel Design) | **2 Years | 25 | “The candidate graduated in a Bachelors programme with at least 45% (Forty Five) marks in aggregate from Panjab University, Chandigarh, or an examination from any other University recognised as equivalent thereto in the following:
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The course provides in-depth understanding of textile, fiber, yarn, and fabric performance. They will get practical training of male and female garment construction methods. It makes students proficient in Indian traditional embroideries, designing motifs and surface development techniques. Students gain insights into sustainable design, garment principles, typography, and green assessment through practical projects, addressing modern production and consumption challenges. |
*The programme provides an option of multiple exit points at the end of the 1st and 2nd year.
**The programme provides an option of exit points at the end of the 1st year.
| Sr. No. | Name | Qualification | Vidwan ID | Email ID | CV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Sumita Sikka | Ph.D (Fashion and Lifestyle Technology), UGC NET, M.Sc.(Clothing and Textiles) | 141300 | [email protected] | Attachment |
| 2 | Ms. Tania Sharma | UGC NET, M.Sc (Clothing and Textiles), B.Sc (Fashion Designing) | 277035 | [email protected] | Attachment |
| 3 | Ms. Ekta Dhiman | UGC NET, M.Sc (Clothing and Textiles), B.Sc (Fashion Designing) | 586981 | [email protected] | Attachment |
| 4 | Ms. Dikshita Chauhan | M.Sc and B.Sc in Fashion and Lifestyle Technology | 319542 | [email protected] | Attachment |
| 5 | Ms. Rupali Jindal | M.Voc Textile Designing, BA Hon Economics | 586797 | [email protected] | Attachment |
*Note that the following faculty list includes permanent, ad-hoc, contractual, and guest members.
| S.No. | Name of the Supervisor Co-Supervisor |
Name of the Ph.D. Scholar | Mode of Ph.D. | Registration Number | Date of Registration | Research Topic | Likely Date of Completion | Availing Fellowship | Funding Agency of Fellowship | Co-Supervisor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr Sumita Sikka | Bharti Pahuja | Regular | 2023-EZ-85 | 21-02-2024 | – | – | No | – | – |
| Sr. No. | Name of Course | Major/ Minor/ SEC/ VAC/ MDSC | Syllabus link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Voc (Fashion Technology and Apparel Design) | Major | Syllabus Link |
| 2 | B.A. with Fashion Designing (FYUP) | Minor (DSC) | Syllabus Link |
| 3 | B.A. (FYUP) | Inter Disciplinary (IDC) | – |
| 4 | B.A./ B.Com/ B.Com(Tax Planning and Management)/ B.Sc/ BCA (FYUP) | Skill Enhancement (SEC) | Syllabus Link |
| 5 | B.Voc (FTAD)/ B.Voc( FPP)/ B.Voc (HN)/ B.Voc(LM)/ B.Voc (ME)/ B.Voc(MLT) | Skill Enhancement (SEC) | Syllabus Link |
| SNO | NAME OF COURSE | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Voc (Fashion Technology and Apparel Design) | Syllabus Link |
| 2 | B.A. with Fashion Designing | Syllabus Link |
| 3 | M.Voc (Fashion Technology and Apparel Design) | Syllabus Link |
| Faculty Name | Name of Journals/Book | Title of the Publication | Page & Volume | Year of Publication | ISSN/ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Edited Book | Green Fashion and Sustainability Abhishek Publications, New Delhi |
Volume 1, Pages 1-268 |
December 2023 | ISBN: 978-93-5652-616-7 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Chapter in the book-Green Fashion and Sustainability | Policies and Initiatives for Sustainable Fashion: A Comprehensive Global Review with Emphasis on India | Volume-1, Page-175-198 |
December 2023 | ISBN: 978-93-5652-616-7 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR) International, Peer reviewed, UGC approved |
The Benefit of Rajyoga Meditation for Children and youth: A path to self-motivation and positive mindset | Volume 11, Issue-2, page- c125-c129 |
February 2024 | ISSN-2349-5162, Impact factor-7.95, UGC Serial number-63975 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR) International, Peer reviewed, UGC approved |
A Review of Therapeutic Approach and Rajyoga Meditation Technique for Treating Childhood Traumas | Volume-11, Issue-1, pages-e45-e58 |
January 2024 | ISSN-2349-5162, Impact factor-7.95, UGC Serial number-63975 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR) International, Peer reviewed, UGC approved |
Creative Practice In Phulkari Embroidery – Understanding Traditional Handicraft In The Global World |
Volume 10, Issue 12, Page- a768- a784 |
December 2023 | ISSN-2349-5162, Impact factor-7.95, UGC Serial number-63975 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR) International, Peer reviewed, UGC approved |
‘Chindi’ or Textile Waste Products of Panipat, India – Dynamism of Emerging Opportunities | Page 924-931 | August 2018, Volume 5, Issue 8 |
ISSN-2349-5162, Impact factor-5.867, UGC Serial number-63975 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Published paper in Edu World Peer Reviewed, Refereed and Indexed Journal |
“Harnessing Innovative Teaching Skills for 21st Century Learners” | Page 124-127 | April 2018, Volume 12, Issue24 |
ISSN-2319-7129, UGC Notification No62981 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Published paper in International Journal of Home Science Peer Reviewed, Refereed and Indexed Journal |
“Exploring the potential of Chindi (textile waste) for producing quality products for women empowerment”. | Page 1-7 | September 2017 | ISSN-2395-7476, Impact Factor: RJIF 5.3 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Published paper in Fashion Design and Textile Technology UGC Sponsored Seminar proceedings | “A Pilot Study- Designing Fashion Accessories and Imparting Training to Group of Women on Techniques to Develop Products for Self Empowerment.” | Page 18-24 | 2015 | ISBN-978-93-81278-80-2 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | The Book- Inventive Techniques of Refurbishing Discarded Textiles | “Draw Sling One Piece Bag” | Page 1-4.3 | 2015 | ISBN 978-93-8.3.3 16-20-5 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Hosiery and Textile Journal | Changing Role of Educators | Vol. 8.3, Page 14 |
January-February 2015 | ISSN: 0018-5.388, RNI: l24/57, E STD: l 9.32 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Innovative Ideas in Business Management | “Psychology of Colour and its Effect on Design: A Practical Approach for Human Resource Enrichment” | Page 298-305 | January 2015 | ISBN: 978-93-81212-91-2 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Hosiery and Textile Journal | Changing Role of Educators | Vol. 82, Page 24 |
September-October 2014 | ISSN: 0018-5.388, RNI: l 24/57, E STD: l 9.32 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Textile Trends | “Reinventing the Conventional Craft of Through Screen Printed Stoles” | Page 39-43 | May 2015 | ISSN: 0040-5205 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Emerging Trends in Fashion, Footwear & Business Management | Challenges in Sustainable Fashion Trends | 201.3 | ISBN-978-93-81212-42-4 | |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Hosiery and Textile Journal | Sustaining and Generating Skilled Workforce for Garment Industry | Vol: 50, Pages 10 | Jan-Feb 2012 | ISSN: 0018-5.388, RNI: l24/57, E STD: l 9.32 |
| Dr. Sumita Sikka | Hosiery and Textile Journal | Origin of Printed Silk Scarves | Vol: 79, Page 22-24 |
June 2011 | ISSN: 0018-5.388, RNI: l24/57, E STD: l 9.32 |
| Ms. Tania Sharma | Green Fashion and Sustainability | Ethical and Sustainable Fashion Brands in India: A Review on Opportunities and Challenges | Volume 1, Pages 159-174 |
December 2023 | ISBN: 978-93-5652-616-7 |
| Ms. Tania Sharma | Zeichen Journal | Evaluating Consumer Acceptability & Market Potential of Baby Quilts developed by Applique and Patchwork Techniques (Paper ID- ZJ/3344) | Vol-8 & Issue-12, Pages- 237-242 |
December 2022 | ISSN-0932-4747 |
| Ms. Tania Sharma | Zeichen Journal | Recycling Pre-Consumer Textile Waste for the Design and Development of Baby Quilts using Applique Technique (Paper id- ZJ/3137) | Vol-8 & Issue-10, Pages- 255-259 |
October 2022 | ISSN-0932-4747 |
| Ms. Tania Sharma | International Journal of Home Science | Process and Factor Analysis in the Manufacturing of Woven Polypropylene Packaging Textiles | Vol-7 & Issue-2, Impact Factor: RJIF 5.3 Pages-109-115 |
May-Aug 2021 | ISSN-2395-7476 |
| Ms. Tania Sharma | Home Science; Nurturing Innovations & Skill Development | Role of Polypropylene in Shaping the Future Economy of Packaging Textiles | Vol-1, Pages- 120-126 |
May-Aug 2021 | ISBN-978-81-93991-68-8 |
| Ms. Tania Sharma | Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research | A Study to Assess the Types of Material used in Pack-Tech Textiles | Vol-9 & Issue-4, Impact Factor: 7.95 Pages-804-811 |
April 2019 | ISSN-2349-5162 |
Department has 3 labs-
| Sr. No. | Name of the Equipments | No. of Equipments |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sewing Machines (Universal with Motor) | 04 |
| 2 | Sewing Machines With Treadle | 10 |
| 3 | Interlock Machine | 01 |
| 4 | Flat Lock Machine | 01 |
| 5 | Industrial Sewing Machine | 10 |
| 6 | Pattern Making Sewing | 10 |
| 7 | Computerized Embroidery Machine | 01 |
| 8 | Automatic Stitch Magic Machine | 01 |
| 9 | Pattern Tables | 06 |
| 10 | Printing Tables | 02 |
| 11 | Tracing Tables | 01 |
| 12 | Basic Frame Looms | 05 |
| 13 | Fabric Cutting Machine | 01 |
| 14 | Cutting Tables | 02 |
| 15 | Pattern Making & Cutting Equipments | Miscellaneous |
| 16 | Female Dress Forms | 26 |
| 17 | Female Mannequins | 03 |
| 18 | Kids Mannequins | 03 |
| 19 | Male Mannequins | 01 |
| 20 | Computers | 15 |
| 21 | Fixed workstation for Computers | 12 |
| 22 | Softwares (Corel Draw-1, Reach Cad-12, Reach Fashion Studio) | 05 |
| Sr. No. | Date | Name of the activity | Details of the activity | Key Speaker /Guest | Activity Type (Seminar/ Workshop/ Lecture/ Conference/ Outreach Activity) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | |||||
| 1 | 14th October, 2024 | Exhibition at Open Bazar 3.0 |
|
NA | Outreach activity |
| 2 | 9th October 2024 | Fashion Styling Competition |
|
NA | Skill Enhancement |
| 3 | 31st August 2024 | Industrial Visit |
|
NA | Outreach activity |
| 4 | 13th August 2024 | Poster Presentations of internships Viva-voce |
|
Students of B.Voc Semester 2 & 4 and M.Voc Semester 2 | Discussion activity |
| 2023-2024 | |||||
| 1 | 12 April 2024 | Visual Display |
|
NA | Skill Enhancement |
| 2 | 28 Feb 2024 | Exhibition at Bio-Rhythm |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 3 | 23-25 Feb 2024 | Exhibition at Rose Fest |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 4 | 6 Dec 2023 | Visit to Kalagram Mela |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 5 | 26-27 Sep 2023 | Video Editing Via a Mobile Phone |
|
Mr. Samarth Sharma | Workshop |
| 6 | 26-27 Sep 2023 | Digital Marketing |
|
Mr. Ajay Tanwar | Workshop |
| 7 | 21 Sep 2023 | Interactive Session with an alumnus |
|
Mr. SachinChoyal | Interactive session |
| 8 | 6 Sep 2023 | Online Sustainable Fashion Competition | https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw1x4owvHOq/?igsh=MXZxMXJudmE0Y3d5bw== | NA | Outreach Activity |
| 9 | 25-26 August 2023 | Prototyping and Development of Hand Painted Products |
|
Dr. SumitaSikka | Workshop |
| 10 | 19 August 2023 | Workshop on Textile Fiber Testing |
|
Dr. SamritiDhawan | Workshop |
| 11 | 12 August 2023 | Power Point Presentations of internship Viva-voce | 40 students of B.Voc FTAD semester 2 and semester 4 presented their internship experiences through poster presentations, focusing on various dimensions of the fashion and apparel industry. | NA | Discussion activity |
| 2022-2023 | |||||
| 1 | 31 March 2023 | Exhibition at Chandigarh Club | All students of the department contributed by making various products and 4 students of the department manage the stall. | NA | Outreach Activity |
| 2 | 10 March 2023 | Exhibition at ‘Kaarigari se Karobari |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 3 | 2nd March 2023 | Exhibition at Open Bazaar |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 4 | 19 Nov 2022 | Visit to VardhmanAuro Weaving Mills, Baddi |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 5 | 9-10 Nov 2022 | Fundamentals of Fashion Photography |
|
Dr. Gurjeet Kaur | Workshop |
| 6 | 26 Oct 2022 | Ethnic Day celebration |
|
NA | Skill Development |
| 7 | 17 Oct 2022 | Visit to CII Chandigarh Trade Fair |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 8 | 30 Sep – 1 Oct 2022 | Art Workshop |
|
Ms. Shashi Guleria | Workshop |
| 9 | 17 Sep 2022 | Represented department at CHASCON 2022 |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 2021-2022 | |||||
| 1 | 2 May 2022 | Visual Display |
|
NA | Skill Enhancement |
| 2 | 29 Sep 2021 | Image Styling | 30 students of the department participated online. | Ms. Ashmeen Kaur | Lecture |
| 3 | 2 April 2022 | Visit to HunarHaat |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 4 | 22 April 2022 | Expert Lecture Series on World Earth Day |
|
Dr. Gaurav Gaur, Ms. Swati Bhan, Dr. Sumita Sikka | Lecture Series |
| 5 | 7 June 2022 | Process of Prototype Development |
|
Dr. Sumita Sikka | Workshop |
| 6 | 12 April 2022 | Exhibition at GGDSD College |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 7 | 9 April 2022 | Exhibition at Chandigarh club |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 8 | 28 July 2022 | Vayarth se Samarth |
|
NA | Outreach Activity |
| 9 | 17 July 2021 | Virtual Alumni Reconnect |
|
Alumni of fashion designing department | Outreach Activity |
| 2020-2021 | |||||
| 1 | 10 June 2021 | Guidance and Counseling Session |
|
Mr. Gaurav Kumar and Ms. Ashmeen Kaur | Lecture |
| 2 | 19 January 2021 | Design: from concept to consumer |
|
Mr. Siddhartha Bansal | Lecture |
| 3 | 20 December 2020 – 30 January 2021 | AIM- Artist in me (online workshop) |
|
Ms. Shashi Guleria | Workshop |
Our graduates are sought after by top companies across various industries. Leading recruiters recognize the talent, skills, and expertise nurtured at GGDSD College, offering our students promising career opportunities.
