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NID DAT 2026 - Dates, Syllabus, Eligibility, Preparation

NID DAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Institute of Design for admission to its design programmes. The selection process typically includes DAT Prelims followed by DAT Mains, and in some cases a Studio Test and Personal Interview depending on the programme. The exam evaluates design aptitude through visualisation, creativity, problem-solving, observation, and communication skills. Final admission is based on the combined performance across stages as per NID’s admissi

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National Institute of Design – Design Aptitude Test (NID DAT)

Conducted by: National Institute of Design (NID), an Institute of National Importance

Design (B.Des)Design (M.Des)
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Key Summary

•NID DAT is the national-level design entrance test by NID for admission to B.Des and M.Des programmes through Prelims and Mains-based selection.

NID DAT (Design Aptitude Test) is one of India’s most sought-after national-level entrance exams for admission to NID design programmes. Check the latest exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility, and preparation strategy for NID DAT Prelims and NID DAT Mains.
NID DAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Institute of Design for admission to its design programmes. The selection process typically includes DAT Prelims followed by DAT Mains, and in some cases a Studio Test and Personal Interview depending on the programme. The exam evaluates design aptitude through visualisation, creativity, problem-solving, observation, and communication skills. Final admission is based on the combined performance across stages as per NID’s admission criteria for the particular academic year.

NID DAT Paper Pattern

exam Mode

Both Based Test

exam Duration

DAT Prelims is typically 3 hours; DAT Mains duration varies by programme and the specific studio/interactive components scheduled by NID.

total Marks

100 Marks

exam Level

Both

eligibility

Eligibility is programme-specific and is notified in the NID admissions handbook each year. For B.Des (UG), candidates generally must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board in the admission year. For M.Des (PG), candidates generally must hold or be in the final year of a bachelor’s degree (minimum duration as specified by NID) or an equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline as per NID norms. Candidates must also satisfy nationality and other criteria (including required documents) specified for the admission cycle.

official Website

https://www.nid.edu/

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