The Institute of Design values diversity and makes every attempt to foster it in its offerings to its community of students, faculty and staff. Being a part of a university, It has a diverse set of institutes with a healthy mix of students hailing from all across India and overseas. There is also a good representation of both the genders and disadvantaged groups in the student and staff population.
The Institute of Design has a representation of students from 23 different states. The academic staff also hails from varied socio-cultural backgrounds. The diverse community of students, faculty and staff leads to an enriching exchange of thoughts and ideas that enhance the educational experience. It helps widen perspective and aids in building social and communication skills.