The National Institute of Design (NID) is expected to release the NID DAT 2026 application form today, September 9, 2025, on the official website, admissions.nid.edu. The notification will provide details for admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) and Master of Design (M.Des) programmes across NID campuses in India.
Applicants will need to register with a valid email ID and mobile number, fill in their academic and personal details, upload documents, and pay the prescribed fee to complete the application process.
NID DAT 2026 Admission Process
The admission process includes multiple stages to evaluate creativity, aptitude, and design skills. Both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants will go through structured steps.
- Application Mode: Online at admissions.nid.edu
- Programmes Covered: B.Des and M.Des
- Stages of Exam: DAT Prelims and DAT Mains
- Mains Components: Studio Test and Personal Interview
NID DAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must check the eligibility guidelines. Requirements vary for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
- B.Des Eligibility: Must have completed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board.
- M.Des Eligibility: Must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Final Year Students: Not eligible for the 2026 cycle.
Key Features of NID DAT 2026
The Design Aptitude Test (DAT) will be held in two stages. Each stage assesses candidates on different skill sets required for design education.
What’s Next for NID DAT 2026 Applicants?
Once the NID DAT 2026 notification is released, candidates should download it from admissions.nid.edu and carefully review the eligibility, fee structure, and exam schedule. The notification will also include information about the exam dates, admit card release, and evaluation process. The test will continue to follow its established format with objective-type questions in the prelims and hands-on studio tasks in the mains, followed by a personal interview.
