National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test

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National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test
Acronym NID DAT
Domain Design
Level undergraduate/postgraduate
Target Role Admission to Bachelor and Master of Design programs at National Institute of Design campuses
Conducting Body National Institute of Design (NID)
Frequency annual
Exam Mode offline (prelims written test), online/offline (mains studio and interview)
Application Period October-November
Exam Period December-May
Locations National (NID campuses in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Bengaluru and others)
Status

active

Official Website Visit Site
Last Verified 2025-10-04 by lalithaar



The National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test (NID DAT) is a premier entrance exam conducted to select candidates for Bachelor of Design (B.Des) and Master of Design (M.Des) programs at NID campuses across India.

Description

The NID Design Aptitude Test assesses candidates' creative thinking, visualization, drawing skills, and general design aptitude. It has two stages: the Preliminary Exam (written test) and the Mains Exam (studio test and personal interview). Successful candidates gain admission to various specialized design disciplines offered by NID including industrial design, communication design, textile design, and more.

Fields and Specializations

Main Fields

  • Industrial Design
  • Communication Design
  • Textile Design
  • Animation Film Design
  • Furniture and Interior Design

Specializations Available

  • Graphic Design
  • Product Design
  • Exhibition Design
  • Photography
  • Film and Video Communication

Eligibility Requirements

Minimum Qualification

  • 10+2 qualification from a recognized board.
  • Candidates must meet specific requirements as detailed in the NID official notifications each year.
  • No upper age limit.
  • For minimum age limits, please verify the exact dates from official notifications released each year.


Important Dates

Application Timeline

  • Application Opens: October
  • Application Deadline: November (varies annually)

Exam Schedule

  • Preliminary Exam: December-January
  • Mains (Studio + Interview): March-May
  • Result Declaration: May

Notification Pattern

Official notifications are released on the NID website 3-4 months before applications open.

Exam Information

  • Duration: Preliminary - 2 to 3 hours; Mains - varies by task and interview
  • Question Types: Sketching, design aptitude questions, creative exercises
  • Subjects: Design aptitude, drawing skills, general awareness related to design
  • Marking Scheme: No negative marking; assessment based on creativity and skills
  • Languages: English and Hindi (primarily English)
  • Mode: Preliminary - offline written test; Mains - offline/on-site studio test & interview

Syllabus Overview

Design Aptitude

  • Observation and visualization skills
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Problem-solving with a design mindset

Drawing and Sketching

  • Ability to express concepts visually
  • Freehand drawing skills related to shapes and forms

General Awareness in Design

  • Basic knowledge of design principles
  • Awareness of recent trends in design and art

Official Resources

Verification Information

  • Last Verified: 2025-10-04 by lalithaar
  • Status: active
  • Source: Official NID website and notifications

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