The Department of Design (DoD) at IIT Hyderabad is a pioneering centre for interdisciplinary design education and research in India. Established in 2017, it offers Bachelor of Design (B.Des.), Master of Design (M.Des.), and Ph.D. programmes, focusing on product design, interaction design, visual communication, animation, and human-centred design. The department emphasises design thinking, sustainability, emerging technologies, and industry collaborations, encouraging students to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges. With a strong research-driven approach, DoD IIT Hyderabad is shaping the future of design by blending creativity with technology.