Creative Edge Faculties: Mentors Behind Top Design & Architecture Ranks

Summary: When it comes to design and architecture entrance exams 2026, one factor stands out above all: the faculty who guide. Preparing with professionals who actually understand the exam requirements can save you both time and effort. And that's what Creative Edge Faculties are renowned for. Read on to know how they've helped thousands of students develop the necessary skills and mindset to achieve their design dreams.

While smart preparation and hard work are the essentials to crack highly competitive design and architecture exams like NID, NIFT, UCEED, NATA & JEE B.Arch, having sound guidance in the right direction makes a world of difference.

At Creative Edge, we believe that study materials and mock tests can help, but the right teacher, mentor, and guide can turn an average aspirant into a topper.

We take pride in our faculty team, a powerhouse group of NID/NIFT/IIT alumni, industry professionals, and educators with experiences of upto 30 years, who know exactly what it takes to clear the toughest design entrances.

This blog introduces you to the Creative Edge faculty team, their teaching philosophy, their achievements, and why they are the most trusted mentors for design aspirants across India.

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Overview of Creative Edge Faculties

At Creative Edge, we believe that great faculties don’t just teach, they inspire, mentor, and transform students into confident thinkers, ideators, creators and problem solvers.

We are talking about a creative team of over 15 dedicated full-time faculty members with diverse experience, all working towards one goal- the selection of serious design aspirants in India’s best design and architecture colleges.

Who They Are: Our faculty includes graduates and alumni of top architecture/design schools. Many are also practising designers, architects, artists and mentors with years of industry exposure.

Experience: The team brings a perfect mix of academic knowledge, teaching expertise, and practical professional experience.

Specialisation: Each faculty member focuses on a specific domain, including the CAT (Creative Ability Test), GAT (General Ability Test), Studio Test, Portfolio, Architecture Drawing, Aptitude, and Personal Interview prep.

Unlike other generic coaching classes, Creative Edge has specialist mentors for each subject, ensuring no aspect of NATA/JEE B.Arch or NIFT/UCEED/NID preparation is left uncovered.

Creative Edge Faculty Members

Faculty Name	Expertise	Years of Experience
Rajendra Bhatia Sir	Product Director and Chief Mentor for Academics Mind behind the innovative and updated course content at Creative Edge. Drawing/Design/Creative Expert	29+ years of experience
Konark Bhatia Sir	Product Owner & Growth Head of Creative Edge Extensive knowledge across diverse spheres and domains Exceptional ability to ignite the ambitions of aspiring students	20+ Years of Experience
Sonali Bhatia Ma'am	Communication & Academic Head A diverse background that ranges from the intricacies of hospitality to the intricacies of management Principal Counsellor for Creative Careers Enjoyable & insightful teaching approach in General Knowledge and English	20+ Years of Experience
Sumit Joshi Sir	Sr. Subject Matter Expert- Aptitude Make Aptitude & Maths learning simple + accessible for students.	14+ Years of Experience
Jitendra Sir	Sr. Subject Matter Expert- Aptitude Specialises in teaching Aptitude & higher Mathematics to aspirants of competitive exams.	10+ Years of Experience
Muskaan Mulchandani Ma'am	Sr. Subject Matter Expert- GA/ VA Trainer Help students with Language Mechanics, Critical Thinking, Communication Strategies, Current Affairs Expert in Verbal Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Vocabulary Personalised interview preparation, GD, and public speaking	10+ Years of Experience
Parvati Tandilkar Ma'am	Subject Matter Expert- Design Drawing Master's degree in Fine Arts Help students develop observational skills, colour harmony, and spatial definition to create dynamic and engaging compositions required for drawing entrances.	6+ Years of Experience
Kalpana Singh Ma'am	Subject Matter Expert- Design Drawing Master's Degree in Drawing and Painting Graphic designer by profession Help students develop observational skills, colour harmony, and spatial definition to create dynamic and engaging compositions required for drawing entrances.	6+ Years of Experience
Deepika Sharma Ma'am	Subject Matter Expert- Design Drawing Engaging interactive approach Help students develop observational skills, colour harmony, and spatial definition to create dynamic and engaging compositions required for drawing entrances.	4+ Years of Experience
Sughra Fatma Ma'am [Ex- NIFTian]	Subject Matter Expert- Design Drawing NIFT Alumni Master’s degree in Design Strategy Help students build a strong foundation in design principles, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills.	2 years of industry experience in graphic design and over a year in academia
Surbhi Bhardwaj Ma'am [Ex - NIFTian]	Subject Matter Expert- Design Drawing NIFT Alumni Master's degree in Fashion Management from NIFT Fun, hands-on teaching style for creativity, visualization & innovation in design	2 years of experience
Ajay Sapkale Sir [Ex - NIDian]	Sr. Design PG Faculty NID Alumni Visiting faculty at NID An entrepreneur and product designer  Core skills lie in UI/UX design, product design/management and BD Has been involved in various stages of product development, research, concept development, visualization & manufacturing.
AR. Tulsi Birla Ma'am	AAT Trainer SPA Bhopal Alumni Studied architecture at A.P.I.E.D. college  Practising Architect for 2 years, having worked on residential and commercial projects Mentor aspiring architecture students crack the toughest architecture exams
Shravani Nigudkar Ma'am	AAT Trainer CEPT Alumni (M.Arch in Housing Design) NIRMA University Alumni (B.Arch) Practising Architect with specialisation in Housing Design

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Creative Edge Academic Team Philosophy

The teaching philosophy at Creative Edge is simple yet powerful:

1. Learning by Doing: Instead of theory-heavy lectures, students work on hands-on creative tasks and problem-solving.
2. Design Thinking Mindset: Faculty cultivate idea generation, visualisation, and observation skills, which matter most in design exams.
3. Balanced Preparation: Equal weightage on creativity (CAT) and analytical ability (GAT).
4. Adaptive Teaching Methods: Some students learn visually, others need more practice-based guidance. CreativeEdge Faculties adapt their teaching to suit each student’s learning curve.

Faculty also constantly update content to match the latest exam trends and question patterns.

5. Individual Attention: Faculties track each student’s progress through assignments, tests, and mock evaluations, ensuring no one is left behind.

This ensures that Creative Edge students are always a step ahead in NID/NIFT/UCEED/CEED/NATA/JEE B.Arch exams.

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How Creative Edge Faculties Cover All Aspects of Design Exams

1. Creative Ability Test (CAT) or Drawing/Sketching/Design Thinking

CreativeEdge Drawing Faculties focus on design thinking over mechanical drawing skills.

For example, instead of asking students to just draw a chair perfectly, they encourage them to rethink what a chair could be. A foldable travel chair, a chair made from recycled materials, or a multi-purpose chair for small apartments.

This approach pushes students to go beyond perfect sketching and showcase original ideas, exactly what NID, NIFT, and UCEED examiners look for. 

• CAT is taught by design practitioners and NID/NIFT alumni.
• Focus on visualisation, idea generation, storytelling, and problem-solving in design thinking questions of design entrances.

2. GAT (General Ability Test) or General Aptitude

Mentors with expertise in current affairs, reasoning, and aptitude.

Instead of teaching students to simply memorise formulas, they make logic intuitive, helping students crack even the trickiest and most complex aptitude questions with confidence.

• Crisp exam-focused modules to cover GK, English, logical reasoning, and quantitative aptitude.
• Regular updates on design-related current affairs.

3. Studio/Situation Test, Portfolio & Interview Preparation

Preparing for design exams doesn’t stop at clearing the written test. The real challenge for aspirants begins with the practical rounds like Studio Test/Situation Test, Portfolio Round, and Personal Interview Round for exams like NID & NIFT.

Creative Edge mentors design hands-on workshops and simulation rounds that replicate actual exam-type tasks.

Plus, they provide step-by-step feedback on creativity, functionality, and presentation skills that directly impact the final score.

• Faculty guide students through model-making, observation-based sketching, material handling, and storyboarding tasks.
• Real-world simulation of NID Studio Test environments.
• Personalised portfolio guidance and interview mentorship help students articulate ideas confidently.

4. Architecture Exam Preparation (NATA & JEE B.Arch)

• Faculty includes experienced architects and graduates.
• Specialised training in perspective drawing, architectural aptitude, 3D visualisation, and mathematics for JEE B.Arch.
• Mock drawing assignments were reviewed by faculty with architectural design backgrounds.

In short, whether you are preparing for NID DAT, NIFT CAT/GAT, UCEED, CEED, NATA, or JEE B.Arch, Creative Edge faculty cover every corner of the syllabus with precision.

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How Creative Edge Faculties Support Students Beyond the Classroom

At Creative Edge, our faculty doesn’t just teach; they also help students with:

1. Doubt-Solving Sessions: Extra sessions dedicated to clearing even the smallest queries.
2. One-on-One Mentorship: Our faculty members act not just as teachers but also as mentors and motivators, guiding students through exam stress, preparation blocks, and confidence-building.
3. Assignment Feedback: Every mock test, drawing, or creative exercise is reviewed with detailed inputs.

Plus, assignments are reviewed in cycles, allowing students to see their progress over weeks. This builds confidence and ensures they are not repeating mistakes.

4. Motivation & Confidence-Building: Many students face exam stress; our faculty actively mentors students to build confidence before exam day.

This “beyond syllabus” support is what makes Creative Edge faculty stand out from other NID/NIFT/UCEED/NATA coaching institutes.

It ensures that aspirants don’t just prepare for exams mechanically but actually grow as creative thinkers and problem-solvers, a skill that stays with them beyond NID, NIFT, UCEED, NATA, or JEE B.Arch.

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Key Strengths of Creative Edge Faculties: Why They Stand Out from Others

1. Top Alumni Base: Faculty from top institutes like NID, NIFT, Nirma University and more. They bring first-hand exam experience into their work as trainers (having cracked the toughest design entrance exams themselves).

2. Proven Track Record: Mentored students who cracked the Top 10 AIR ranks in NID, NIFT, UCEED, and CEED over the years.

3. Industry + Teaching Blend: Creative Edge faculties are active professionals, so their teaching is rooted in real-world application. They have experience in studios, fashion houses, architecture firms, and teaching.

4. Approachability: Faculty are easily accessible to students via live sessions, doubt groups, and mentorship calls.

5. Personalised Student-Centric Teaching: Each student gets personalised attention instead of mass classroom teaching. Our mentors focus on understanding every student’s learning style, strengths, and weak areas before providing strategic advice to ensure improvement.

6. Interactive Learning Approach: Live discussions, creative brainstorming sessions, and design challenges make learning engaging.

7. Customised Feedback: Instead of giving the same advice to all, mentors provide personalised strategies, whether it’s improving sketching speed, refining creative ideas, or sharpening general awareness for design exams.

8. Updated Teaching: Faculties continuously update prep material as per the latest NID, NIFT, UCEED, NATA, JEE B.Arch exam patterns.

9. Use of Cutting-Edge Teaching Tools: Use of online whiteboards, design software, interactive workshops and AI support.

10. 24x7 Support: Students can reach out for doubt-solving even beyond classroom hours.

11. Holistic Development: Focus on creativity, aptitude, confidence, and presentation skills.

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Faculty Achievements That Inspire Students

Creative Edge faculty are not just teachers; they are achievers. Many have been NID/NIFT/UCEED toppers themselves.

They've conducted design workshops, created celebrated artworks, and published design research.

When students learn from real achievers, they don’t just gain knowledge; they gain confidence and inspiration. Esteemed Creative Edge faculties have:

• Mentored 1,000+ NID, NIFT & UCEED toppers in the last 5 years.
• Guided AIR 1, 2 & 3 UCEED rankers and top 10 NID ranks.
• Produced 100+ selections in IITs for design & architecture courses.
• Consistently deliver the highest success rate in NATA & JEE B.Arch.
• Authored exclusive CreativeEdge books & mock tests, now trusted by thousands of design aspirants.

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Student Testimonials on Creative Edge Faculties

Ayushman Panika (NID AIR 9, NID Ahmedabad)

“Being part of Creative Edge was the best decision in my life. The faculties are just awesome and they support us not only academically but personally also. Here, students are taught to be good designers and not just to qualify for the exam. With their help and good company of co-aspirants, I cleared all three design exams with a good rank.”

Dikshant Dupare (UCEED AIR 15, IIT Hyderabad)

“The mocks & the assignments that the faculty gives here have proved to be very useful. We were made to practice and test not only on PYPs, but also new questions based on the new exam pattern, which increased my confidence, and I didn't get overwhelmed by the exam.”

Neha M (NATA Score 173, JEE B.Arch 99.16%)

"I used to draw from a very young age, but even then, most of the tips & tricks that I've used to crack NATA & JEE B.Arch sketching has been provided by the Creative Edge faculties. They guided us with what was most important for the exam and what would help us get more points. Jitendra sir's aptitude sessions provided me with game-changing tips, tricks, formulas & equations that can be used, turned out to be very useful."

About Creative Edge by Toprankers

Creative Edge is the design and architecture entrance coaching vertical of Toprankers, one of India's most recognised counselling & preparation platforms for careers beyond engineering and medicine.

Since its inception, Creative Edge has helped thousands of students secure admissions in prestigious institutes like NID, NIFT, IITs, CEPT, SPA, NITs, and more.

With our innovative teaching methodology, hybrid learning options, and expert faculty, we have become the go-to destination for aspirants preparing for creative entrance exams.

Name of the Institute	Creative Edge By Toprankers
Students Trained till now	13500
Students per Batch	30
Number of Centres	50
Rankers in Top 10 (Average)	At least 2 on average every year
Average Fees	1-year-long courses: 50000/- for online, 80000 for offline 2 year long courses: 95000/- for online, 1,50,000/- for offline
Official Link	Creative Edge Website
Contact Number	+91 636328636

Conclusion

At Creative Edge, our faculty team is not only academically strong but also personally invested in every student’s journey. From CAT & GAT prep to Studio Test, Portfolio, Architecture Drawing, and Interview guidance, they ensure no stone is left unturned.

They keep students in a continuous loop of practice + feedback + improvement, which helps them gain a competitive edge and stand out in national-level design entrance exams.