NID DAT 2025 Dress Code For Male & Female Candidates

National Institute of Design Entrance Exam 2025 ( NID Entrance Exam )

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Candidates appearing in the NID DAT 2025 exam must follow a proper dress code and exam day instructions. A risque dressing may invite unwanted attention and frisking. So, here we bring you the NID DAT 2025 dress code you may follow to stay out of trouble and have a smooth exam day experience.

NID DAT 2025 Dress Code - The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the NID DAT 2025 exam on January 5, 2025. On NID DAT exam day, you would ideally like to wear something comfortable and decent. But what if you wear something fancy or indecent? Will NID officials stop you from appearing in the entrance exam? Are there any downsides to not dressing inappropriately for the NID DAT 2025 exam? What exactly is appropriate dressing inside the NID DAT 2025 exam center?

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These are some of the questions that could go through your mind when you consider picking a dress for the NID DAT 2025 exam.

So, here we discuss the NID DAT 2025 dress code in detail, explaining what a proper dress code is, why outrageous dressing should be avoided, and why too much jewelry is a big no.

Q:   When will list of exam centers for NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) be released?

A:

The National Institite of Design (NID) has released the list of exam centres for the DAT Prelims exam on September 3, 2024.

The list of exam centers have been published in the respective admission brochures for the B.Des and M.Des programs. 

The DAT Prelims exam will be conducted in 22 cities across the country - Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Kurukshetra, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Thiruvananthapuram, Vijayawada.

Note that each of these cities may have one or more exam centres. 

The candidate can select their choice of exam centre at the time of filling out the application form. The NID DAT 2025 application form opened on September 3, 2024.

Q:   When will the NID DAT 2025 Prelims exam be conducted?

A:

The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the DAT Prelims exam on January 5, 2025.

The B.Des exam will be held from 10 am - 1 pm; meanwhile, the M.Des exam will be held from 10 am - 12.30 am.

The DAT Prelims for the B.Des programme will be conducted in a paper-and-pencil/pen mode. The question paper may  incude both textual and visual questions. Other details like duration of the exam, marking scheme, etc. will be published in the DAT Prelims admit card.

The candidate needs to report for the exam at 8 am. Gates closing time is 9.30 am. 

The DAT Prelims exam for the M.Des programme will be conducted offline and include a mix of objective and subjective questions. The paper will have a total of 100 questions.

Q:   What is the reporting time at NID DAT 2025 exam centre?

A:

The reporting time for NID DAT 2025 will be mentioned in the admit card, along with gate closing time, and exam timings and date.

The candidate needs to report for the DAT Prelims exam at 8 am. The gates of the exam center will close at 9,30 am (or 30 minutes before the commencement of the exam). After that no candidate will be allowed inside the exam hall.

The DAT Prelims exam for the B.Des and M.Des courses will be conducted tentatively in the 4th week of December 2024.

Exam timings:

  • B.Des - 10 am - 1 pm
  • M.Des - 10 am - 12.30 pm

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Does NID prescribe a dress code for the exam?

The National Institute of Design hasn’t prescribed any dress code for the NID DAT 2025 exam.

But this doesn’t mean that you can wear anything you like.

The assumption is that the candidate will have the good sense to dress appropriately for the exam keeping in mind traditional and community norms.

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Further, the candidate isn’t expected to dress in a way that may vitiate the exam environment.

Recommended dress code for NID DAT 2025

Here is how the candidate must dress for the NID DAT 2025 exam.

Clothing:

  1. Dress comfortably - NID DAT is a very competitive exam and you won’t like to be distracted. If you are dressed comfortably, it will have a calming influence on you. 
  2. Try formal attires - Both male and female candidates can wear formal attire like shirt, trousers, and salwar kameez.
  3. Don’t wear a dress with lots of pockets or flaps - This will unnecessarily raise suspicion and you may be subject to a lot of frisking.
  4. Head covering - Unless it is for a religious purpose, don’t wear items like scarves, stoles, or other accessories that cover their heads.
  5. Shoe type - Closed-toe shoes can be an option. However, if you instead wear shoes with heavy heels or thick soles, you may face extra frisking.
  6. Slippers and sandals are perfectly ok. 
  7. Jewelry, belts, hats, and other accessories may be avoided. It is recommended you don’t wear jewelry to the exam hall, as exam officials will not take responsibility for any items damaged or lost.
  8. Personal belongings - Don’t bring electronic items like mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, etc. inside the exam hall. Candidates found in possession of these items can be disqualified. 
  9. Printed/Embroidered Clothing - There is no restriction on wearing printed or embroidered clothing. But do ensure that it is nothing obscene, racial, or controversial.

Religious attire

The candidate can wear religious attire like hijabs and turbans. However, exam officials may demand that the attire doesn’t obstruct security checks and verification of the candidate’s identity.

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NID DAT 2025 Code of Conduct

While there is no official code of conduct for the NID DAT 2025 exam, here are some general guidelines.

  • Follow the exam schedule - The exam timings, including the reporting time, will be mentioned on the NID DAT 2025 admit card. If you arrive late at the exam center, you may not be allowed entry inside the NID DAT 2025 exam hall/ center.
  • Identity verification - The candidate must carry with them the admit card and a valid photo ID proof. Without these documents, the candidate will not be allowed to sit in the exam.
  • Exam center etiquette - Maintain discipline and respectful behavior at the exam center. You are not allowed to communicate with others during the exam, either verbally or non-verbally. 
  • Unfair practices - Any candidate found indulging in unfair means will be disqualified.
  • Prohibited Items - The candidate is not allowed to bring items included in the prohibited list. For instance, written text, electronic gadgets, bags, etc. are not allowed inside the exam hall.
  • Conduct Inside the NID DAT 2025 exam hall - The candidate must take his or her seat immediately after entering the exam hall. Also, once the exam commences, listen carefully to and follow what the invigilator says. No candidate is allowed to leave the exam hall until the exam ends.
  • Use of a scribe - The services of a scribe are available to candidates with a disability for the Objective NID DAT 2025 question paper. However, scribe service is not available for the Subjective part of DAT Prelims.

NID DAT 2025 - Barred and Allowed Items

The following items are barred inside the NID DAT 2025 exam center - Mobile phones, any types of watch, bag, handbag, papers, notes, books, calculator, electronic gadgets, correction marker/white fluid, etc

Q:   How can I select exam centers for NID DAT 2025 (Prelims)?

A:

The NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) exam will be conducted on January 5, 2024. The exam will be administered in 22 cities across India. Note that each of these exam cities may have one or more test centres.

The candidate will have to select their choice of exam centres for the DAT Prelims exam when filling out the NID DAT 2025 application form.

The candidate must be careful when selecting the exam city, because they might not be allowed to change it later on.

Q:   At what time do I need to report for NID DAT 2025 exam?

A:

The reporting time for the DAT Prelims exam will be mentioned on the NID DAT 2025 admit card. Reach the exam center as per the reporting time. Note that latecomers will not be allowed inside the NID DAT 2025 exam center. 

The gates at the exam center will close half an hour before the exam.

NID DAT 2025 exam timing, including reporting time.

Event

B.Des

M.Des

NID DAT (2025) Prelims date

Janaury 5, 2025 

Janaury 5, 2025

Reporting Time

8 AM

8 AM

Gate closing time

9.30 AM

9.30 AM

Time of the exam

10 AM - 1 PM  (Part I + Part II)

10 AM - 12.30 PM (Part I + Part II)

Q:   Will NID 2025 studio test and personal interview be conducted on the same day?

A:

The studio test and personal interview for M.Des DAT Mains are conducted on the same and in some cases different days.

For instance, in the previous edition of the NID DAT exam, for the New Media Design program, the studio test was conducted on March 4, 2024. However, the personal interview were conducted between March 4 & 7, 2024. 

Therefore the candidate has to consult their DAT Mains admit to confirm their studio test and interview schedule.

Q:   When will the Studio Test and Interview be conducted for the M.Des programme at NID?

A:

The Studio Test and Personal Interview for the M.Des programme will be conducted sometime starting March 2025. Candidates will be shortlisted for the Studio Test and Interview based on their performance in DAT Prelims. The Studio Test will be conducted in offline mode at various NID campuses. Eligible candidates have to get registered at the test centre. The Studio Test will start at around 9 am, followed by the Interview. It is mandatory for candidates to appear in both the Studio Test and the Interview. If any candidate skips the interview, he or she will not be considered for admission to the B.Des or M.Des course.

Q:   In how many cities will the NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) exam be conducted?

A:

The NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) exam will be conducted on January 5, 2025. The exam will be conducted in the following 22 cities - Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Kurukshetra, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Thiruvananthapuram, Vijayawada.

The candidate has to select their choice of exam city at the time of filling out the NID DAT 2025 application form. Note that an exam city may have one or more test centres.

The allotment of exam centres will be made considered available seats in respective centres and choice of the candidate.

However, the candidate is allowed to carry the following items:

  • Lead pencils of various grades
  • Sharpener
  • Scissor 
  • Ruler
  • Dry colors
  • Two black ball-point pens to mark the OMR answer sheet

NID DAT 2025 - Document Cheklist

The candidate needs to bring the following documents with them:

  • NID DAT 2025 admit card
  • Photo ID proof

Any of the following documents will be accepted as valid photo ID proof.

  • Aadhaar card
  • Voter card
  • Passport
  • PAN card
  • Driving license

Note that the IDs should be in the original. Photocopies will not be accepted.

NID DAT 2025: Important Dos and Don’ts

The candidate can quickly go through the NID DAT 2025 exam dos and don’ts given below:

Dos

Don'ts

Admit Card - Bring a printout of the admit card.

Don’t Bring Banned Items


Items like mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, calculators, etc, are not allowed inside the exam hall.

ID proof - Bring an ID proof in the original.


Photocopies will not be accepted.

Don’t Carry Bags or Purses

Be punctual.

Bags, purses, and clutches are prohibited

Reach the exam center at least an hour in advance.

Don’t wear unnecessary jewelry, including rings, bracelets, etc.

Follow the dress code.

Take your seat immediately after entering the exam hall.

Do Follow the Dress Code

Don’t leave your seat during the exam

Adhere to the dress code and wear simple, comfortable clothing.

Don’t gossip or disturb other candidates during the exam.

Carry the stationery required to attempt the exam:


  • Lead pencils, erasers, ball pens, etc.

Do help or take help from other candidates.

Carry two passport-size photos, a transparent water bottle, and sanitizer.

Don’t cheat or use unfair means.

Read the instructions carefully before attempting the exam

Don’t scribble on the admit card or OMR Sheet

Follow all instructions on the admit card and given by the invigilator

Don’t enter the exam hall late

Use the Washroom Before the Exam

No candidate will be allowed inside the exam hall once the exam has commenced.

Carefully fill in all the particulars in  the OMR sheet

Don’t disregard instructions given by exam officials.

Mark answers clearly and accurately on the OMR sheet.

Don’t cheat or indulge in malpractice of any kind.

Crosscheck the answers if you have time.

Don’t waste time. Try to complete the paper within the given time.

Do Check Your Answers

Don’t mishave with exam officials

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The reporting time for the DAT Prelims exam will be mentioned on the NID DAT 2025 admit card. Reach the exam center as per the reporting time. Note that latecomers will not be allowed inside the NID DAT 2025 exam center. 

The gates at the exam center will close half an hour before the exam.

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The National Institute of Design (NID) released the NID DAT 2025 admit card for DAT Prelims on December 24. The direct link to download the admit card is given on this page.

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