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NID DAT 2027
DesignExpectedNID Ahmedabad
Important Dates
Registration Start
Oct 2026
Registration Last Date
Dec 2026 (Expected)
Exam Date
Jan-Apr 2027 (Prelims then Mains)
About NID DAT 2027
NID DAT (National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test) is conducted by NID Ahmedabad for admission to B.Des and M.Des programs at NID campuses.
NID is India's premier design institute, and DAT is a two-stage exam — Prelims (written) followed by Mains (studio test and interview).
Quick Facts
Exam Mode
Prelims: OMR | Mains: Studio Test
Duration
3 hours (Prelims)
Questions
Varies — design and aptitude based
Marking Scheme
No negative marking
Cities
10+ exam cities
Official Website
admissions.nid.edu
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Class 12 or equivalent for B.Des |
| Age Limit | Maximum 20 years for UG (3-year relaxation for SC/ST) |
| Attempts | One attempt per year |
| Category Relaxation | Age relaxation for SC/ST |
Exam Pattern
Mode
OMR + Studio Test
Duration
3 hours
Total Questions
0
Total Marks
100
Negative Marking
No negative marking
Official Website
admissions.nid.edu
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Design Aptitude | 0 | 70 |
| General Aptitude | 0 | 30 |
Syllabus
Drawing Sketching 3D Modeling Color Theory Design Concepts
Cutoff Trends (Last 3 Years)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 83 |
| 2023 | 82 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 80 |
| 2022 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 78 |
Preparation Tips for Bihar Students
1
Practice design sketching extensively
2
Build a strong portfolio
3
Focus on creative thinking and problem-solving
4
Prepare for the studio test (Mains) — it tests hands-on design ability
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