The NID DAT 2026 registration process has officially been closed by the National Institute of Design on 01/12/2025 at 23:59. Candidates seeking admission to B.Des and M.Des programmes were required to complete the application process within the deadline. The NID DAT Entrance Exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on 21/12/2025 for both undergraduate and postgraduate design aspirants.
NID DAT 2026 Application Status and Exam Schedule
The NID DAT 2026 Entrance Exam serves as the primary gateway for admission to design programmes offered across NID campuses. With the closure of the application window, the focus has now shifted to examination preparation and admit card release. Candidates who successfully completed the registration process will be allowed to appear for the examination as per the official schedule. Before reviewing the key timeline, it is important to note that only those applicants who paid the application fee and submitted all documents correctly will be considered for the test.
The NID DAT 2026 application fee was INR 3000 for General, EWS, and OBC categories and INR 1500 for SC, ST, and female candidates.
Programmes Covered Under NID Admission 2026
The NID Admission 2026 process is being conducted for admission into undergraduate and postgraduate design programmes. Selection will be strictly based on the candidate’s performance in the NID DAT 2026 Entrance Examination followed by subsequent studio tests and interviews as per NID norms. Before checking the programme list, candidates should note that seat distribution and specialization availability may vary across campuses.
- Bachelor of Design
- Master of Design
- Discipline-specific design specialisations
- Campus-wise intake through merit-based counselling
Documents Required During NID Admission Process 2026
All candidates who registered for NID DAT 2026 will be required to produce original documents during later stages of the admission and counselling process. Any mismatch between uploaded details and physical documents can lead to cancellation of candidature. Before reviewing the document list, applicants must ensure that all certificates are valid, updated, and issued by competent authorities.
- Class 10 certificate for Date of Birth
- Class 12 marksheet for B.Des candidates
- Bachelor’s marksheet and degree for M.Des candidates
- Category certificate if applicable
- Disability certificate for PwD candidates if applicable
- Valid identity proof
What Happens After NID DAT 2026 Exam?
After the completion of the NID DAT 2026 Exam, the institute will release the result and shortlist candidates for the next stages of assessment. The selection process generally includes a Studio Test and Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates. Final seat allotment will be carried out through centralized counselling based on merit rank, category, and seat availability. Candidates are advised to regularly monitor official notices related to NID DAT Result 2026, studio test schedule, and counselling dates, as the timelines remain tight during the design admission cycle.
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