FDDI Hyderabad Recruitment 2025

FDDI Hyderabad Recruitment 2025 – Detailed Notification, Eligibility, Selection Process, Salary & Apply Link

Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI), Hyderabad Campus, has released an official advertisement for the engagement of Junior Faculty and Academic Support Staff on ad-hoc basis. The recruitment is aimed at addressing urgent academic requirements for the School of Leather Goods & Accessories Design and School of Retail & Fashion Merchandise.

The notification invites applications from qualified professionals with academic or industry experience, who can contribute to the institute’s training, academic delivery, and student development.

About FDDI – Footwear Design and Development Institute

FDDI is a premier institution operating under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, offering specialized academic programs in:

• Footwear Technology
• Leather Goods & Accessories Design
• CAD/CAM Product Design
• Retail & Fashion Merchandise
• Management & Luxury Brand Retail
• Applied design sectors

The Hyderabad campus is one of India’s most active centres for design, prototyping, merchandising, and product development training, backed by industry collaborations and lab infrastructure.

Notification Overview

The recruitment focuses on the following roles:

• Junior Faculty (Full-time)
• Academic Support Staff (Lab Assistant)

These are ad-hoc engagements—not regular or permanent posts.
The notification clearly states that recruitment rules for qualification/experience apply, but regular pay scales will not apply, as these are consolidated salary roles.
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Tenure of Engagement

• Initial Tenure: up to 6 months
• Can be extended up to 6 months at a time, through fresh engagement, based on management decision
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Important: There is no assurance of long-term engagement or conversion to a permanent post.

Number of Posts & Department-Wise Roles

Junior Faculty — Leather Lifestyle & Product Development

• One Post
• Domain: Product & Accessories Design
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Junior Faculty — Leather Garments

• One Post
• Domain: Leather Garment Design & Technology
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Lab Assistant — Metal & Wood

• One Post
• Domain: Prototyping & Workshop Support
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Junior Faculty — Retail & Fashion Merchandise

• One Post
• Domain: Visual Merchandising & Fashion
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Eligibility Criteria

FDDI lays significant emphasis on academic capability, industry exposure, presentation skills, and communication ability.
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A. Junior Faculty — Product Design

Max Age: 35 years
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Minimum Academic Qualification

You must satisfy one of the following pathways:

Option 1:

• Master’s Degree (2 years after Graduation)
  OR
• PG Diploma (2 years after Graduation)
  in any of these fields:
• Leather Design
• Accessories Design
• Product Design
• Visual Design
• Industrial Design
• Furniture or Ceramic Design
• UI/UX or Communication Design

Minimum Marks: 55%
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Option 2:

• Master’s Degree (2 yrs) or PG Diploma (2 yrs) in any field
  AND
• Bachelor Degree / 3-year Diploma in:
  • Leather Design
  • Accessories Design
  • Product Design
  • Graphic or UI/UX
  • Industrial Design
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Experience Requirement

• Minimum 3 years Academic and/or industry experience in the relevant field
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Special Preference

• Hands-on experience in 3D design software
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• You are with industrial experience preferred

B. Junior Faculty — Leather Garments

Max Age: 35 years
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Qualifications

Same structure as above, but in Leather Garments domains:

• Apparel Design
• Garment Manufacturing Technology
• Leather Goods
• Accessories Design

Minimum Marks: 55%
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Experience

• Minimum 3 years in leather garments industry or academic field
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Software Preferences

You with hands-on skills in:

• TUKACAD
• REACHCAD
• OPTITEX
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C. Lab Assistant — Metal & Wood

Max Age: 35 years
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Qualifications

• 12th pass or above

Experience

• Minimum 1 year relevant experience
• Hands-on experience with metal & wood work machinery
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D. Junior Faculty — Retail & Fashion Merchandising

Max Age: 35 years
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Domains

• Retail Design
• Visual Merchandising
• Store Design

Academics

Master’s Degree or PG Diploma (2 years after graduation) in:

• Fashion Design
• Fashion Technology
• Retail Management
• Fashion Communication
• Textile & Clothing
• Apparel / Fabric
• Space / Lifestyle Design
• Fashion Merchandising
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Minimum Marks: 55%

Experience

Minimum 3 years:

• Store Design
• Retail Management
• Visual Merchandising
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Software Preference

Hands-on experience preferred in:

• Corel
• Photoshop
• Store Design software
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Salary & Pay Structure

FDDI clearly provides consolidated pay, not traditional pay bands.

Monthly Remuneration

• Junior Faculty: ₹50,000 per month
• Academic Support (Lab Assistant): ₹30,000 per month
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No other allowances such as:

• HRA
• LTC
• Medical benefits
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Temporary hostel/house accommodation may be provided, but:

• Subject to availability
• Requires payment
• Must be vacated within 15 days of discontinuation
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Leave Policy

Under ad-hoc engagement:

• 2 casual leaves per month (carry forward within engagement period only)
• No Earned Leave
• No Leave Encashment
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Selection Process

The notification states the recruitment will be done only through interview.
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During assessment, evaluators may consider:

• Academic merit
• Practical demonstration or teaching skills
• Communication & classroom management ability
• Portfolio quality
• Software knowledge
• Real-world experience

If you are shortlisted you will be invited for interview.
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Responsibilities & Work Profile

Teachers at FDDI are expected to demonstrate:

• Student evaluation & project assessment support
• Academic delivery
• Workshop or lab support
• Assisting HOD/Executive Director in academic activities
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Attendance & Conduct

• Monday–Friday working week
• May be asked to work weekends (compensatory off applicable)
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• Ensure discipline
• Report attendance via ERP weekly
• Participate in reviews
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How to Apply

You must submit Prescribed FDDI Application Form + CV along with relevant self-attested documents.

Online Application Link 

https://forms.gle/Wo7Zpsc3ifJEonfp6
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Physical Submission Address

To,
The Executive Director
Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI)
Sy No 6-38, TSLIPC-NILEX Campus, HS Darga Rd,
Gachibowli, Rai Durg, Telangana — 500008
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Email queries:Hyderabadcampus@fddiindia.com
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Important Dates & Apply Table

Important Instructions

• Applications not in prescribed format will be rejected.
• If you are shortlisted you will be called for interview.
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• Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered.
• Engagement is purely temporary and contractual.
• FDDI reserves right to modify/cancel recruitment.

Why This Recruitment Is Valuable

If you are a young designer, product specialist or academic, this role offers:

1. Real-world exposure

FDDI Hyderabad works closely with:

• Export houses
• Retail brands
• Fashion & accessory clusters
• Manufacturing hubs

Experiences gained here directly translate into industry employability.

2. Academic Development

Junior faculty learn to:

• Deliver classes
• Manage student projects
• Develop sample products
• Assist studio + workshop sessions

3. Portfolio Enrichment

Design and retail faculty can build:

• Studio portfolios
• Store design layouts
• 3D product modeling
• Branding strategies

4. Industry Connections

FDDI students and faculty collaborate with national brands in:

• Leather goods
• Footwear
• Merchandising
• Fashion retail

These relationships often lead to consulting or permanent jobs.

Conclusion

The FDDI Hyderabad Ad-Hoc Recruitment 2025 is a rare opportunity for you are possess both design expertise & academic delivery ability.
With roles in Product Design, Leather Garments, Retail & Fashion, and Lab Operations, the notification clearly focuses on skill-based educators capable of contributing to hands-on learning.

If you are fulfill the eligibility conditions and have measurable industry experience should apply at the earliest, as this is a limited-seat, interview-based recruitment with high demand.

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