Est. 1999 · Surat, Gujarat
About UID
Universal Institute of Design is one of India’s premier institutes for Interior, Fashion and Jewellery Design — with strong Research & Development and a studio-first approach to education since 1999.
Our Mission
Design is a very old activity, yet a new profession. At UID, our mission is to bridge that gap — providing quality design education with proper knowledge, capturing broad learning across disciplines. We build teams, nurture individual thinking and prepare students to achieve the best of their potential through a total education concept that goes beyond the classroom.
Our Vision
At our institute, we don’t just train designers — we develop thinkers who innovate and bring original ideas to life. Our vision is to be India’s premier, most trusted institute for Interior, Fashion, and Jewellery Design.
We foster a dynamic space where original thinking meets practical skill — shaping responsible, confident designers who bridge the gap between Traditional Craft and Artificial Intelligence, and aspire to lead the global creative industry from Gujarat, India, and Internationally.
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Leadership
The People Behind UID
Founder & Director
Mr. Manoj Vekariya
The driving force behind Universal Institute of Design since its founding in 1999. With a vision to make design education accessible and industry-relevant across Gujarat and beyond, Mr. Manoj Vekariya has built UID into one of Surat’s most respected creative institutions.
Co-Founder & Managing Director
Mr. Ghanshyam Vekariya
As Co-Founder and Managing Director, Mr. Ghanshyam Vekariya oversees the operational and academic growth of UID — ensuring that each campus delivers consistent, high-quality design education and that students are supported from enrolment through to placement.
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UID Family
33 dedicated staff members — faculty, studio coordinators and support teams — working together to deliver a world-class design education every day.
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Campuses
Three fully-equipped campuses across Surat — Athwalines (Head Office), Sarthana, and Vesu — bringing UID’s design education closer to every student in the city.
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Management Team
A unified leadership and administration team that oversees curriculum, student welfare, industry relations and campus operations — ensuring UID’s standards remain consistent across all centres.
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Beyond the Studio
Campus Life & Activities
Design education at UID goes beyond the drawing board. From annual showcases to sports tournaments, students grow as a community.
Aavishkar Exhibition
Annual Fashion Design runway showcase where graduating students present original collections to an industry audience.
Abhivyakti - The Cultural Program
Annual Interior Design thesis exhibition — graduating students present spatial design projects spanning residential to commercial spaces.
RSP — Related Studies Programme
Field trips to landmark sites, factories and craft workshops. Students observe, sketch and learn design in real-world context.
Box Cricket Tournament
Inter-batch cricket tournament that brings the entire UID community together — a beloved annual tradition.
CAD Competition
Annual in-house competition for the best CAD and digital design work across all three programmes.
Chhelo Divas — Farewell Party
A heartfelt send-off for graduating students, celebrated with performances, memories and the entire UID family.
Navratri Celebration
UID celebrates Navratri as a community — honouring Surat’s culture and giving students a chance to unwind together.
Independence Day Celebration
Annual patriotic celebration on campus bringing students and faculty together.
One Day Picnic
An annual outing for students to relax, bond and recharge outside the studio environment.
National Study Tour
Students travel to design destinations across India — visiting studios, heritage sites, design weeks and manufacturing hubs to broaden their understanding of Indian design.
International Study Tour
Selected students travel internationally — experiencing global design culture, visiting international institutions and attending major design exhibitions first-hand.
Abhivyakti Fashion Show
An annual cultural and fashion showcase where Interior Design graduates present their thesis projects alongside live performances — a celebration of creativity, culture and craft.
Workshop Sessions
Regular hands-on workshops with visiting craftsmen, industry professionals and design practitioners.
Ready to be part of UID?
Applications for 2026–27 are open. Begin with a free trial class.
