Reviewed 7 Sept 2026School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) · PuneMaharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's School of Fashion Technology Fees 2025-26, Courses
Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's School of Fashion Technology is a design college in Pune, Maharashtra, established in 1998. Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's School of Fashion…
Overview
About School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune)
Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's School of Fashion Technology is a design college in Pune, Maharashtra, established in 1998. Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's School of Fashion Technology is privately managed and self-financing. It is affiliated to S.N.D.T. Women's University, Mumbai. Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's School of Fashion Technology offers 3 programmes, 1 at undergraduate level and 1 at postgraduate level. They are Autonomous PG Diploma in Fashion Design & Merchandising, B. Design and M. Design (Interdisciplinary). Official SOFT pages identify the institution as MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, established in 1998 and located at Narhe Ambegaon, Pune. Its university degree programmes are described as affiliated with SNDT Women's University, Mumbai; the official B.Design page describes a four-year Fashion Design degree. The current official team page names Dr. Garima Bhalla as Principal In-charge and Dr. M.M. Hundekar as Founder-Principal/Professor Emeritus. No exact campus-wide faculty total, design-facility count, attendance minimum, medium of instruction, or exam pattern was published in the reviewed official pages. Research activity and policy infrastructure are described, but no exact current patents, funded-project total, or recognised-guide count was established. Current official pages identify the institute as MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, operated by Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha (MKSSS). University B.Design programmes are stated to be affiliated with S.N.D.T. Women's University, Mumbai; the institute also advertises autonomous diploma offerings. The official admissions page describes SOFT CET 2026 for the 2026 intake, including GAT, studio test/group discussion and personal interview/portfolio. The requested 2026-27 target year is treated as the current cycle, although the official admissions page labels the process SOFT CET 2026.
Courses & costs
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) fees
Each amount is shown with the academic year and applicant category stated by its source.
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| B. Des. (Fashion Communication)Tuition Source | 2024-25 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. Des. (Interdisciplinary Fashion)Tuition Source | 2024-25 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. Des. (Jewellery Design)Tuition Source | 2024-25 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. Des. (Textile Design)Tuition Source | 2024-25 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. DesignTuition Source | 2024-25 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| M. Design (Interdisciplinary)Tuition Source | 2024-25 | ₹1,43,752per year |
| B. Des. (Fashion Communication)Tuition Source | 2025-26 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. Des. (Interdisciplinary Fashion)Tuition Source | 2025-26 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. Des. (Jewellery Design)Tuition Source | 2025-26 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. Des. (Textile Design)Tuition Source | 2025-26 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| B. DesignTuition Source | 2025-26 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| M. Design (Interdisciplinary)Tuition Source | 2025-26 | ₹1,43,752per year |
| B. DesignB. Design in Affiliation with S.N.D.T Women's University Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,50,616per year |
| M. Design (Interdisciplinary)M. Design (Interdisciplinary) in Affiliation with S.N.D.T Women's University Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,43,752per year |
Placements
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) placements
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) placements: recruiter network includes Myntra, Landmark Group, Reliance Trends Ltd., Schbang.
Recruiter network
MyntraLandmark GroupReliance Trends Ltd.Schbang
Campus
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Programmes · intake
Programmes & intake
B. Design
₹1.51LAnnual · /yr
M. Design (Interdisciplinary)
₹1.44LAnnual · /yr
From the sources
Recognition — sourced details
| Name | S.N.D.T. Women's University, Mumbai Source |
|---|---|
| Institution type | State general university Source |
| Affiliation status | Affiliated Source |
Faculty & teaching
Admissions · collected information
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) admissions
SOFT CET 2026 counselling · Dip Design · All seats (interview)SOFT CET 2026 counselling · BDes · All seats (interview)SOFT CET 2026 counselling · MDes · All seats (interview)
SOFT CET 2026 counselling · Dip Design · All seats (interview)
Seats are filled by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology (SOFT), Pune, selection is on interview for the 2026 cycle.
admission sourceSOFT CET 2026 counselling · BDes · All seats (interview)
Seats are filled by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology (SOFT), Pune, selection is on interview for the 2026 cycle.
admission sourceSOFT CET 2026 counselling · MDes · All seats (interview)
Seats are filled by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology (SOFT), Pune, selection is on interview for the 2026 cycle.
admission sourceFor the 2026-27 cycle, SOFT states that applications are made through its own admission process and SOFT CET 2026. The stated tests are General Ability Test, Studio Test/Group Discussion and Personal Interview; M. Design additionally uses portfolio and statement of purpose. The page gives registration as 1 March-15 May 2026, with the session beginning 8 July 2026. Admission source
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Helpful guides for your admission
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Reach the college
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) contact details
| Address | Sr. 13/1/2, Narhe Ambegaon, Opp. to Vision English Medium School, Pune – 411041 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 02066833700 |
| admission@soft.ac.in | |
| Website | https://soft.ac.in |
| Office bearer | Role |
|---|---|
| Dr. Garima Bhalla | Principal In Charge Source |
| Dr. M.M. Hundekar | Founder-Principal, Professor Emeritus Source |
| Dr. Suresh Karale | Director – Incubation Cell Source |
| Ms. Smita Pattanaik | Internship and Placement Head Source |
| Dr. Garima Bhalla | Head of institution Source |
From the sources
More details
| Established | 1998 Source |
|---|---|
| Opens month | March 2026 Source |
| Closes month | May 2026 Source |
| Centralised portal | No Source |
| Programme code | DIP DESIGN Source |
| Name | Autonomous PG Diploma in Fashion Design & Merchandising Source |
| Study level | Diploma Source |
| Eligibility | Not stated on the cited 2026 admission page. Source |
| Intake year | 2026 Source |
| Stated cycle | 2026-27 Source |
| Awarding body | SNDT Women's University Source |
| Approving body | University Source |
| Duration in years | 2 Source |
| Approval status | Recognised Source |
| Approval reference | Affiliated with S.N.D.T. Women's University Source |
| Awarding body type | General university Source |
| Intake source | College site Source |
| Programme code | BDES Source |
| Name | B. Design Source |
| Study level | UG Source |
| Eligibility | 12th pass in any stream, or a three-year diploma after Class 10; NRI/foreign applicants require AIU equivalence. Source |
| Duration in years | 4 Source |
| Specialisation | fashion, Communication graphic, textile, Accessory jewellery Source |
| Other eligibility | Second-year entry is stated for specified diploma holders and eligible prior design study, with bridge-course requirements where applicable. Source |
FAQ
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) FAQs
What are the fees at School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune)?
Published annual fees at School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) range from ₹1.44 lakh for M. Design (Interdisciplinary) under the published quota for 2025-26 to ₹1.51 lakh for B. Design under the published quota for 2024-25. Amounts are taken from the official fee sources listed on this page.
How can I get admission to School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune)?
Admission to School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) is through the SOFT CET 2026 route. Applications are submitted through the official portal at https://soft.ac.in/pune/admission/soft-pre-screening-2025/.
What courses does School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) offer?
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) offers 3 programmes, including Autonomous PG Diploma in Fashion Design & Merchandising, B. Design, M. Design (Interdisciplinary).
Where is School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) located?
Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's School of Fashion Technology is located at Sr. 13/1/2, Narhe Ambegaon, Opp. to Vision English Medium School, Pune – 411041.
Is School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) recognised and accredited?
School of Fashion Technology (SOFT Pune) is affiliated to S.N.D.T. Women's University, Mumbai.
Sources
Verification & sources
This page cites 20 source links. Each source is linked beside the facts it supports.
- soft.ac.in — About MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune
- soft.ac.in — Contact us - Soft Pune
- soft.ac.in — Academics - Soft Pune
- soft.ac.in — SOFT Pre Screening 2025
- soft.ac.in — MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune
- sndt.ac.in · pdf — SNDT new affiliated college and new programme list
- sndt.ac.in · pdf — SNDT B. Design examination centre list naming SOFT Pune
- sndt.ac.in · pdf — SNDT M. Design examination centre list naming SOFT Pune
- sndt.ac.in — SNDT affiliated colleges
- soft.ac.in — Infrastructure - SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — Mandates - SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — Curriculum - SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design at SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — About Placement Cell - SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — Placement Cell Policies - SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — Alumni & Industry Insights - SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — Success Stories - SOFT Pune
- soft.ac.in — The Team - Soft Pune
- soft.ac.in — RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT - Soft Pune
- soft.ac.in — FACULTY RESEARCH DETAILS - Soft Pune
Reviewed by
Amrit Ashu
Lead Admission Counsellor. RV College of Engineering 2017 graduate, guiding students for admissions in Bangalore since 2017. Every figure on this page is checked against the official disclosures and sources linked beside it; admissions-office conversations are not used as citations.