Since 2008, KSID has been shaping the next generation of designers—combining Kerala’s artistic heritage with global design thinking to build a creative, sustainable future.

The Kerala State Institute of Design (KSID) was established in 2008 by the Government of Kerala to nurture creative talent and promote innovation through design. Functioning under the Kerala Academy for Skills Excellence (KASE), KSID bridges Kerala’s rich craft traditions with contemporary design education.

In collaboration with the National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad, KSID follows internationally benchmarked design practices, empowering students to create meaningful, sustainable, and socially impactful design solutions.