Shaping Creative Futures
"Where Innovation Meets Mentorship in Design & Technology"
India's leading institute for NIFT, NID, NATA, UCEED & BFA entrance preparation. At DECODE, we nurture your talent and guide your passion towards a successful creative career — with experienced faculty, personalised mentoring, and a result-oriented approach.
We Don't Just Teach —
We Decode Dreams
Founded with a mission to empower the next generation of designers and artists, Saurabh Rai has trained thousands of students across India to crack entrance exams of top design institutes.
Our teaching philosophy combines creativity, discipline, and personal growth. Whether you're passionate about design, fine arts, or architecture, our structured programs and mentorship will help you unlock your full potential.
Global Exposure
Worldwide placement guidance with top-class international faculty to teach the finest design concepts and current industry practices.
Student Centric
Assistance for students in every possible way — not only in terms of education but also in terms of motivation, career clarity, and confidence.
A.I. Enabled
Dedicated AI Portal for students with features such as AI-powered counselling, personalised study plans, and real-time progress tracking.
Our Entrance
Coaching Programmes
Comprehensive, exam-focused preparation for every major design and architecture entrance exam in India.
NIFT Entrance
Complete preparation for CAT (Creative Ability Test), GAT (General Ability Test) and Situation Test with top mentors and personalised coaching.
Enrol Now →NID Entrance
Full syllabus coverage of DAT Prelims and DAT Mains (Studio Test) with creative workshops, design thinking exercises, and expert feedback sessions.
Enrol Now →NATA / B.Arch
Master drawing skills, mathematical concepts, and general aptitude. Minimum 70/120 marks strategy. Structured coaching with weekly mock tests.
Enrol Now →UCEED
Focused training for visual aptitude, logical reasoning and design thinking by experienced faculty. Part A aptitude + Part B drawing practice with detailed mock analysis.
Enrol Now →JEE Paper 2
Comprehensive B.Arch preparation covering mathematics, aptitude test and drawing — aligned with the latest JEE Paper 2 pattern and marking scheme.
Enrol Now →BFA / Fine Arts
Specialised coaching for BFA entrances including BHU, MSU Baroda, Jamia Millia and more. Sketching, portfolio development and interview preparation.
Enrol Now →Every Reason to
Choose Us
Eight pillars of excellence that make Decode the most trusted design coaching institute in Lucknow.
6 Years of Excellence
Consistent results and quality teaching backed by years of focused experience in design entrance exam preparation.
Experienced Academic Team
Learn from skilled mentors who understand exam patterns, creativity, and student psychology deeply.
Comprehensive Study Material
Well-structured, updated, and exam-oriented material covering all key topics and practice needs.
Pan India Network
A strong academic and student network across India, offering exposure, guidance, and opportunities beyond classrooms.
Modern Infrastructure
Creative classrooms, studio-based learning, and a comfortable environment designed for focused preparation.
Doubt Clearance Sessions
Regular doubt-solving sessions to ensure concept clarity and individual attention for every student.
1,000+ Students Trained
Trusted by thousands of students who have taken the first step towards successful design careers.
95% Success Rate
Proven results with a high success rate achieved through expert guidance, practice, and one-on-one mentoring.
Meet Our Experts
Learn from experienced professionals who combine real industry expertise with a deep passion for nurturing creative talent.
Product Design
Saurabh Bhushan Rai
Expert UI/UX & Product Design mentor with hands-on training in Figma, Adobe XD, and real-world design projects. Helping aspirants crack NID, NIFT & UCEED with strong portfolios and creative thinking.
Fine Arts
Karishma
Experienced Fine Arts mentor guiding students in sketching, creative expression, and entrance preparation for BFA, NID & NIFT. Focused on building strong artistic foundations and winning portfolios.
Fashion Design
Deepanjali Singh
Empowering future fashion designers with expert training in sketching, draping & styling. A passionate mentor with real industry flair who brings the fashion world into every class.
IIT IDC
Abhishek Jaiswal
IIT IDC-trained Industrial Designer who has mentored thousands of students for UCEED & CEED. Known for breaking down complex design concepts into clear, actionable strategies that get results.
Sir JJ College
Pooja Kotwani
With over 10 years of teaching excellence and outstanding student feedback, Pooja brings deep artistic knowledge and a nurturing approach that helps students build award-worthy portfolios.
NID Ahmedabad
Amit Singh
19 years of design teaching experience from NID Ahmedabad. Amit brings unmatched depth to online creative education, making complex design thinking accessible to students across India.
NID Ahmedabad
Rohit Kumar
NID-trained Animation Designer with 4 years of hands-on teaching experience and consistently excellent student feedback. Specialises in creative thinking and visual storytelling for design entrances.
Learning Beyond
the Classroom
To develop real design thinking, we actively engage students in hands-on learning activities that go far beyond textbooks.
Outdoor Sketching
Students practice observing real-life surroundings, architecture, people, and environments to improve proportion, perspective, and visual storytelling.
Live Sketching Practice
Live sketching sessions develop speed, confidence, and accuracy — essential skills for NIFT, NID, and UCEED entrance exams.
Market Visits
Guided market visits teach students about colors, materials, textures, and consumer behavior — strengthening design awareness and concept development.
Industry Visits
Exposure to real products and design applications helps students understand functionality, usability, and aesthetics — key aspects tested in design entrance exams.
Awards & Recognition
We're Proud Of
"Design is not just about drawing — it is about observing, understanding, experiencing, and thinking creatively."— Saurabh Bhushan Rai, Founder
AI-Enabled Learning Portal
Dedicated AI counselling, personalised study plans, and progress tracking — exclusively available to Decode students.
Results That
Speak for Themselves
Our students consistently secure seats in India's most prestigious design and architecture institutions.
🏆 Decode Students in Top Design Colleges
Year after year, our focused training and dedicated mentorship translate into real selections at NIFT, NID, IIT, and more.
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Pooja
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What Our Students
Have to Say
Real words from real students who turned their creative dreams into reality at Decode Institute.
Decode Institute gave my preparation a clear direction. The faculty helped me understand design thinking from the basics, and the regular mock tests boosted my confidence. The personal guidance and honest feedback made a huge difference in my NIFT journey.
What I loved most about Decode Institute is the supportive learning environment. The mentors are always approachable and focus on individual improvement. Their structured curriculum and practice sessions really helped me improve my creativity and time management.
Decode Institute played a crucial role in my NID preparation. The problem-solving approach, design aptitude training, and detailed critiques helped me think like a designer. The guidance I received here was practical, focused, and exam-oriented.
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Situation & Studio Test Work
Real artwork by our students — crafted during Situation Test & Studio Test preparation
Life at Decode
Moments of creativity, growth and joy from our studio
Frequently Asked
Questions
Everything you need to know before joining Decode Institute of Design.
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