MIT Institute of Design published this admissions open advertisement in Sakal Newspaper, Pune Edition on 13-11-2018. The ad was aimed at informing students across Maharashtra about open admissions for design programs at one of India’s most reputed design institutions located in Pune.
MIT Institute of Design, popularly known as MITID, was established in 2006 and is part of MIT ADT University, Pune. The institute is located at Rajbaug Campus, Loni Kalbhor, on the Pune Solapur Highway. MITID is accredited by NAAC with Grade A and approved by AICTE. It is a member of CUMULUS and the World Design Organisation (WDO), and has active academic collaborations with more than 10 universities across the globe. The institute is consistently ranked among the top design schools in India and has been placed at Rank 5 among top private design colleges in India by India Today.
By advertising in Sakal Newspaper, MIT Institute of Design was able to reach the large base of Marathi-speaking students and parents in Pune and across Maharashtra who rely on Sakal for important educational information and announcements.
About MIT Institute of Design and Its Programs
MITID offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs in design, all available in full-time mode. The institute’s design programs are industry-focused and offer students exposure to real-world projects, internships and a dedicated placement cell.
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
The B.Des program is the flagship undergraduate offering at MITID Pune and is available across 11 specialisations. Candidates who have passed Class 12 from any stream with at least 45 percent marks are eligible to apply. Admission is based on the MITID Design Aptitude Test (MITID DAT) followed by a Studio Test and Personal Interview. Some of the popular B.Des specialisations include:
- Industrial Design
- Communication Design
- Fashion Design
- UI/UX Design
- Transportation Design
- Interior Space Design
- Textile Design
Master of Design (M.Des)
The M.Des program is offered across 14 specialisations and is open to graduates from any discipline. Applicants are required to submit a portfolio and a Statement of Purpose along with their MITID DAT score. Shortlisted candidates are called for a Studio Test and Personal Interview at the Pune campus.
PhD in Design
MITID also offers a doctoral program in Design for candidates who have completed postgraduation in relevant or allied subjects with at least 60 percent marks. Admission is through MITID DAT followed by a Studio Test and Personal Interview.
Why MITID Advertises Admissions in Sakal Newspaper
Educational institutions in Maharashtra have long relied on Sakal Newspaper to reach prospective students and their families. Sakal is the most widely read Marathi daily in the state, with strong readership in Pune, Nashik, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Nagpur, Mumbai and other cities. For an institution like MITID that draws students from across Maharashtra and India, advertising in Sakal ensures broad visibility during the admission season. Key reasons educational institutions choose Sakal include:
- Reach Across Maharashtra: Sakal covers all major cities and districts in Maharashtra, making it ideal for admissions campaigns targeting a statewide student audience.
- Trust Among Families: Marathi-speaking families across Maharashtra trust Sakal as a credible source of information. An admission notice in Sakal carries significant credibility for institutions.
- Education Supplements: Sakal regularly publishes dedicated education features and supplements that are specifically read by students, parents and career counsellors, providing an ideal context for admission advertisements.
- Multiple Ad Formats: Institutions can choose from classified text ads, classified display ads or large full page and half page display ads depending on the scale of their campaign.
Advertising Education Programs in Sakal Newspaper
Schools, colleges, coaching classes, universities and training institutes across Maharashtra actively use Sakal to announce admissions, new course launches, entrance exam dates and scholarship programs. Sakal’s education-focused readership ensures that such advertisements reach exactly the right audience.
Classified Text Ads for Education
Simple and affordable text-based ads in Sakal’s classified section are ideal for coaching classes, short-term courses and smaller institutions announcing admissions or new batches.
Classified Display Ads for Education
Classified display ads with institutional logos, course details and contact information in a designed box format are widely used by colleges and universities to communicate their admissions message with more visual impact.
Full Page and Display Ads
Premier institutions like MIT Institute of Design typically opt for display ads in prominent positions in Sakal including the front page, back page or dedicated education pages to maximise reach and visibility during the admissions season.
How to Book an Education Ad in Sakal
Educational institutions looking to announce admissions, new courses or entrance exam dates can publish their advertisement in Sakal quickly and conveniently online. You can book your education advertisement in Sakal through the online platform by selecting your preferred edition, ad format and publishing date.
To plan your advertising budget effectively, you can also check the current Sakal education ad rates for classified and display formats across all editions before finalizing your booking.
Institutions like MIT Institute of Design have consistently used Sakal Newspaper to connect with aspirants at the right time during the admissions cycle. If your institution is planning an admissions campaign in Maharashtra, Sakal remains the most trusted and widely read platform to make your announcement.
