NID DAT Exam Date 2025 (Jan 5): Check DAT Prelims & Mains Exam Schedule Here

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

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NID Exam Date 2025 - The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) exam on January 5, 2025. The exam will be administered in a paper-and-pencil mode. The National Institute of Design will release the NID DAT 2025 admit card on December 24, 2025.

On the day of DAT prelims exam, candidates must follow NID DAT 2025 exam-day guidelines. Also, make sure you are dressed properly for the NID DAT 2025 exam.

Note that the scores of DAT Prelims will be used to shortlist candidates for DAT Mains.

NID has released the detailed schedule of NID DAT 2025 in the respective admission handbooks for the B.Des and M.Des courses.

The NID DAT 2025 application form was open from September 3 - December 6, 2024. The application correction window for NID DAT 2025 was available from December 6-11, 2024.

The important dates of NID DAT 2025 also cover events like the release of answer keys, the result date, and the detailed counseling schedule.

Keep reading to learn the full updates about NID DAT 2025 important dates.

Q:   What is the application fee for NID DAT?

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The application fee of NID DAT 2025 for the B. Des for General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL candidates is INR 3,000. SC, ST, PwD candidates only ned to pay INR 1,500. However note that the application fees for overseas candidates seeking admission to supernumerary seats is INR 5000. In case of the M.Des programme, the application fees for General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL candidates applying for one discipline is INR 3,000. If two disciplines are chosen, the application fee is INR 6000. Meanwhile, SC, ST, PwD candidate need to pay INR 1,500 for one discipline, and INR 3000 for two disciplines.

The NID DAT 2025 application form is now open.

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Q:   How many candidates appear for NID DAT?

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There is no official notification on the number of applicants for NID DAT 2024.

However, as per unofficial sources, around 15,000 applicants appeared in the NID DAT 2024 (Prelims) exam. Note that only shortlisted candidates were eligible to appear in DAT Mains. The DAT Prelims was held on December 24, 2023.

If the National Institute of Design releases the exam statistics for the NID DAT exam, the details will be updated here. Note that the current session of the NIFT exam is conducted by the NTA. Now considering the NTA releases the exam stats, including the number of applicants registered, appeared, qualified - it is likely the details will also be released for the NIFT 2024 exam.

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

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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.

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Q:   When will the application forms for NID 2025 be released?

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NID application form 2025 opened on September 3, 2024. The application form is open online at the NID admission portal -admissions.nid.edu. Candidates who meet the program-specific eligibility criteria may apply before the last date.

The NID application form is for admission to the B. Des and M.Des courses offered by participating colleges. 

The last date to apply for NID DAT 2025 is December 6, 2024 (extended from December 3). The candidate can also edit the submitted application from December 4-9, 2024.

The NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) exam will be conducted on January 5, 2025.

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NID Entrance Exam 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NID Entrance Exam 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

24 Dec '24 -

05 Jan '25

NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) - Issue of Admit Cards

05 Jan '25

NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) Date

17 Feb '25

NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) - Results for M.Des

17 Feb '25 -

18 Feb '25

NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) - Results Recheck for M.Des

24 Feb '25

NID DAT 2025 (Mains) - Issue of Admit Cards for M.Des

03 Mar '25 -

06 Apr '25

NID DAT 2025 (Mains) Exam Date for M.Des

01 Apr '25

NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) - Results for B.Des

DatesPast Exam Dates

06 Dec '24 -

11 Dec '24

NID DAT 2025 Application Correction Window

03 Sep '24 -

06 Dec '24

NID DAT 2025 Registration Date

NID DAT 2025 Important Exam Events & Dates

Candidates can go through the list of important NID exam events below:

  • NID DAT Application Form Dates: The application form for NID DAT 2025 was open from September 3 to December 6, 2024. The NID 2025 application form-filling process includes steps like registration, uploading of documents, and payment fees. 
  • NID DAT Admit Card Dates: The call letter/admit card of NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) will be released on December 24, 2024. 
  • NID Prelims 2025 Date: The first stage of the NID admission process is DAT (Prelims). The exam will be conducted on January 5, 2025. The written test comprises objective as well as subject questions. 
  • NID Prelims Result Dates: Candidates can check results for the NID entrance exam on the official website by providing details such as their email address, date of birth, and roll number/application number. 
  • NID DAT Mains 2025: Candidates who meet the NID DAT (Prelims) cut-off must next appear for NID DAT (Mains), including a Studio Test; M.Des candidates must also appear in a Personal Interview round. In the Studio Test for NID admissions aspirants are given hands-on practical assignments that they must complete in the stipulated time.
  • NID Final Merit List Date: Based on a candidate's performance in NID DAT (Prelims) and NID DAT (Mains), the final merit list for NID admissions is prepared. Aspirants can check the merit list for NID admissions on the official website of the exam.

M.Des DAT Mains - Check Program-wise Reporting & Registration Time

The National Institute of Design has released an exam advisory that candidates need to follow for the M.Des DAT Mains exam.

 

All disciplines (except Toy & Game Design and Information Design)

Toy & Game Design

Information Design

Reporting Time

8 am. 


No entry will be allowed after 8.30 am.

2 pm. 


No entry is allowed after 2.15 pm.

1.45 pm. 


No entry is allowed after 2 pm.

Registration Time

8 am - 8.45 am. 


No registrations are allowed after 8.45 am.

2 pm - 2.20 pm. 


No registrations are allowed after 2.20 am.

1.45 pm - 2.15 pm. 


No registrations are allowed after 2.15 am.

 

Q:   Which are the best books for NID Entrance Exam?

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To give oneself a higher chance of securing a good rank in NID DAT, it is important to use good quality books a reference material. Here are some of the best books recommended by experts and previous rank holders to prepare for the NID that exam: NID (B. Des. ). Entrance Books and Test Series by AFAINDIA Basic Rendering by Robert W. Gill Design drawing by Francis D. K. Ching NIFT/NID/IIFT Entrance Exam Guide by RPH Editorial Board In addition to these books, the candidate must also make it a habit to solve sample papers and take mock tests. Mock tests can be taken closer to the exam.
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Q:   How to crack NID DAT 2025 without coaching?

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It is not mandatory to take coaching to get a good rank in NID DAT 2025. It is because, the entrance exam will test the creative, drawing, and innovative skills of the candidate. Now, a coaching institute cannot exactly teach you to be creative or become innovative. Instead, with a little effort these skills can yourself learn these skills yourself. Also, a major thrust of the design aptitide test is to evaluate the drawing skills of the candidate. So, make it a point to work on your design skills, including learning how to draw line, shadow, figure, gesture, cartoon drawing, etc. When practicing drawing, also keep a tab on the drawing speed, as it will help you complete the paper in the allotted time.

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Q:   Is there negative marking in NID DAT Prelims?

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There is no negative marking in NID DAT Prelims.

So, the candidate may attempt all the questions. If the wrong answer is selected, the candidate won't be penalized. However, if the correct answer option is selected, the candidate may get some free marks.

Note that the DAT Prelims exam will be conducted in an OMR-based mode. The candidate will need a blue/black ball-point pen for filling the OMR sheet.   

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Q:   How can I improve my sketching skills for NID DAT?

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If you intend to get a good rank in NID DAT, you must be able to sketch quickly without compromising on the sketch quality. This means you must be able to able to conceive the idea as you sketch. Remember, when you are in the exam hall, time seems to just fly. So, it is vital that you are able to sketch uninhibited and fast, and with confidence. To improve your drawing skills, you can start by drawing tiny thumbnails first, then switching to the light hand and finishing with dry colours. You can use pencils, crayons, or even a pen to make the sketches.

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NID DAT 2025 - B.Des Admission Schedule

The NID DAT 2025 application form is common for the B.Des and M.Des courses. However, the admission schedules for the two are different. Here we bring you the NID DAT 2025 important dates for the B.Des program.

NID DAT 2025 important dates - B.Des

Event B.Des - NID DAT 2025 Dates
START of online application form for NID DAT 2025  September 3, 2024
Last date to apply December 6, 2024
Window to edit application form December 6-11, 2024
Issue of NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) admit card for B.Des December 24, 2024
Conduct of DAT Prelims exam January 5, 2025
Declaration of DAT Prelims result April 1, 2025
Result recheck window April 1-2, 2025
Issue of DAT Mains admit card for B.Des April 14, 2025
Conduct of DAT Mains exam (B.Des) April 26 - May 4, 2025
Declaration of DAT Mains result May 16, 2025
DAT Mains Result recheck window May 16-17, 2025
Window to submit campus preferences May 16 (4 pm) to May 18 (4 pm), 2025
Seat allotment, payment of token fees, and uploading of documents May 27-30, 2025
Issue of Provisional Offer Letter June 10, 2025
Payment of Remaining Semester Fees June 11-16, 2025
Subsequent round of seat allotment To be notified
Physical verification of documents at respective NIDs To be notified by respective NIDs

       

NID DAT 2025 - M.Des Admission Schedule

The candidate can select their program of study when filling out the NID DAT 2025 application form. Check out the NID DAT 2025 admission schedule for the M.Des program below.

NID DAT 2025 important dates - M.Des

Event M.Des - NID DAT 2025 Dates
START of online application form for NID DAT 2025  September 3, 2024
Last date to apply December 6, 2024
Window to edit application form December 6-11, 2024
Issue of NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) admit card for M.Des December 24, 2024
Conduct of DAT Prelims exam January 5, 2025
Declaration of DAT Prelims result February 17, 2025
Result recheck window February 17-18, 2025
Issue of DAT Mains admit card for M.Des February 24, 2025

Conduct of DAT Mains exam (M.Des)

  • DAT Mains will include a STUDIO test and Personal Interview
March 3 - April 6, 2025
Declaration of DAT Mains result May 6, 2025
DAT Mains Result recheck window May 6-7, 2025
Seat allotment, payment of token fees, and uploading of documents May 6-7, 2025
Issue of Provisional Offer Letter May 20, 2025
Payment of Remaining Semester Fees May 20-26, 2025
Subsequent rounds of seat allotment To be notofied

       

NID DAT 2025 Upcoming events

The NID DAT 2025 exam (Prelims) will be held on January 5, 2025.

The exam will be administered in a paper-and-pencil mode.

The DAT Prelims results of the M.Des program will be declared on February 17, 2025. This will be followed by the declaration of exam results for the B.Des program on April 1, 2025.

The National Institute of Design will conduct the Studio Test and Personal Interview for the M.Des courses starting March 2025. Candidates will be shortlisted for DAT Mains based on DAT Prelims scores.

The final results of NID DAT 2025 will be announced by giving weightage to DAT Prelims and DAT Mains. 

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Q:   When will NID answer key be released?

A:

The National Institute of Design (NID) in its admission handbook for M.Des and B. Des has clearly specified that it will not release any question booklet cum answer key for the that exams. Candidates may note that the question booklets are highly subjective, and as such don't have any model answers. The candidate therefore is suggested to rely on resources like exam analysis released by Shiksha. Com and other sites, including by coaching institutes, to get an insight into their performance. Note that the NID that 2024 exam will be held in January 2024 (tentative). Scores of the exam will be used to shortlist candidates for DAT Mains.

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Q:   When to download the answer sheets of NID?

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The answer sheets of NID will be released by the National Institute of Design (NID) only after the admissions process is complete. No request for answer sheets during the admissions process will be entertained. Note that the answer sheets will be available for one year after the announcement of the final result. The answer sheets can be availed on payment of INR 1000/- separately per exam. Note that to make a request, along with the fee payment, the candidate is also required to upload a copy of their admit cards duly attested by the Invigilator with the seal of the Test Centre.

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NID DAT 2025 (Mains) Admission Schedule

The National Institute of Design conducts the NID DAT entrance exam in two stages.

Stage 1 includes the DAT Prelims.

Candidates who get shortlisted for Stage 2 will have to appear in DAT Mains.

The DAT Mains schedule is OUT now.

The DAT Mains exam for the B.Des program will be conducted from April 26 - May 4, 2025. Admit cards will be available from April 14, 2025 (onward). Meanwhile, the DAT Mains exam for M.Des will be held from March 3 - April 6, 2025.

DAT Mains result for B.Des will be declared on May 16, 2025. Results for M.Des will be announced on May 6, 2025.

M.Des DAT Mains Studio Tests & Interviews Schedule

Candidates who qualify DAT Prelims or meet the cut-off for DAT Prelims 2025 have to appear in DAT Mains.

DAT Mains comprises a Studio Test; M.Des applicants, in addition, also have to appear in a personal interview.

The sample schedule for the Studio Test and Interviews is given below.

 

Q:   What is the minimum qualifying criteria for NID admissions?

A:

The minimum qualifying criteria for NID 2025 is the minimum marks the candidate needs to secure for admission. The category-wise cut-off would be released at the time of counseling and seat allotment. The cut-off would be prepared by considering factors like the total number of applicants, the merit ranks of applicants in NID DAT 2025, seat intake for the applied programme, etc. Note that if the seat allotment for NID that is conducted in multiple rounds, then a separate cut-off would be prepared for each round. And candidates who meet the cut-off criteria for that round will get admission.

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Q:   Do I need to appear in both NID DAT Prelims and DAT Mains for admission to the NIDs?

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The admission to the NIDs is conducted through a Design Aptitude Test (DAT). The DAT is a two-stage exam.

The candidate has to first appear in DAT Prelims and then, if shortlisted, have to appear in DAT Mains. The final merit list for admission will be prepared by giving weightage to both DAT Prelims and DAT Mains.

If a candidate appear in DAT Prelims, but doesn’t appear in DAT Mains, he or she will not be considered for admission. 

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Q:   What factors will be considered for declaring the final results of NID DAT?

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The final results of NID DAT 2025 will be prepared by considering the weighated score of the candidate in DAT Prelims and DAT Mains. Note that only such candidates who have qualified in DAT Prelims will be allowed to appear in DAT Mains. The National Institute of Design announces the weightage for the DAT Prelims and DAT Mains.

As per the official notification, the DAT Prelims will carry 40% and DAT Mains will carr 60% weightage for the B. Des programme. In case of M.Des programme, DAT Prelims carries 30% weightage, while DAT Mains carries 70% weightage.

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Q:   What is the age limit to apply for BDes programme at the NIDs?

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Indian nationals who belong to the General and General EWS categories need to be born on or after 1 July 2003 to apply for NID that 2024. In the case of candidates belonging to the OBC-NCL, SC, and ST categories, candidates born on or after 1 July 2000 may apply. Meanwhile, PwD candidates who are born on or after 1 July 1998 may apply for admission. The candidate needs to ensure that meets the age criteria before filling out the application form. It is because every detail entered by the candidate will be cross checked at the time of counselling, during the document verification process. Any candidate found to be faking their eligibility stands to be disqualified.

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NID DAT Important Dates 2025 - FAQs

Go through the frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to the NID DAT important dates below.

Q:   When will the results of NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) be declared?

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The NID DAT exam is conducted is conducted in two stages. First, the candidate has to appear in DAT Prelims, and if shortlisted has to appear in DAT Mains.

The results of DAT Prelims for B.Des will be declared on April 1, 2025, while results for the M.Des programme will be declared on February 17, 2025.

The candidate will be able to check their results by logging into the result portal using their email ID and date of birth. Such candidates who get shortlisted has to next appear in DAT Mains.

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Q:   When will the NID DAT 2025 counseling be conducted for B.Des?

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The NID DAT 2025 counseling process for the B.Des process will START on May 16, 2025.

As part of the counseling process, the candidate needs to fill in campus preferences between May 16-18, 2025. 

The allotment of seats for Round I of NID DAT 2025 counseling will be declared on May 27, 2025.

Candidates who are allotted seats have to pay the seat-confirmation fees and upload documents by May 30, 2025.

Seats that are left vacant after completion of the 1st round of allotment will be allocated in Round 2. Allotments will be made to the candidate next in the order of merit.

Also, the candidate will be notified about seat allotted in a Round via their registered email IDs.  

So, it is recommended that the candidate keeps checking their mail IDs frequently.

If there are seats left even after Round 2, then such seats will be filled by the respective NIDs in the order of merit. Allotments will be intimated via email.

B.Des seat allotment is based on the merit rank and the college option selected by the candidate.

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Q:   When will the NID Studio Test conducted for the B. Des programme?

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The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the Studio Test for the B. Des program in April 2025. The Studio Test will be conducted offline. Note that B. Des candidates are not required to appear in any interview, unlike the M.Des applicants. Admit cards for the Studio Test will be released a few days in advance.

On the day of the Studio Test, the candidate had to report at the exam center with the admit card and a valid photo id proof. The Studio Test (or that Mains) is the 2nd stage of the two-stage NID that admission process. The final results of NID DAT 2025 is prepared by considering the performance of the candidate in DAT Mains and DAT Prelims.

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Q:   Do I need to carry my own stationery for NID DAT (Prelims)?

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The NID DAT 2025 exam will be conducted in an OMR-based (offline mode). Note that exam officials will not provide any stationery inside the exam hall. 

So, you need to bring the following items with you: A blue/black ball-point pen (for filling the OMR sheet), scissor, glue stick, lead pencil (of varying grades), colors (such as oil pastels/color pencils/sketch pens, etc.) eraser, sharpeners, ruler etc. for the purpose of examination.

If any of you are wondering, exam offials will also not arrange for refreshments for the candidates. 

Check here the detailed NID DAT Prelims exam day guidelines.

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Q:   Is there negative marking in NID DAT Prelims?

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There is no negative marking in NID DAT Prelims.

So, the candidate may attempt all the questions. If the wrong answer is selected, the candidate won't be penalized. However, if the correct answer option is selected, the candidate may get some free marks.

Note that the DAT Prelims exam will be conducted in an OMR-based mode. The candidate will need a blue/black ball-point pen for filling the OMR sheet.   

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Q:   What are the design courses offered through NID DAT 2025 exam?

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The NIDs offer a full-time B.Des programme of 4-year duration, and a full-time M.Des programme of two-and-half years duration. 

The institute, in addition, also offers a PhD program. The programme can be pursed full-time or part-time. 

Admission to the design courses at the NID is conducted through a Design Aptitude Test (DAT). The exam comprise DAT Prelims and DAT Mains.

The final result or merit list is prepared by giving weightage to DAT Prelims and DAT Mains.

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

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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.

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Q:   Where will NID release the detailed notification for NID counseling?

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The National Institute of Design will release schedule for NID DAT 2025 counseling on its admission portal soon after DAT Mains results are declared.

Eligible candidates seeking admission to the B.Des program has to submit campus preferences.

The 1st round of seat allotment for B.Des program will be announed around the last week of May 2025. Note that the seat allotment for the M.Des program will be announced in April 2025.

The counseling process will be conducted online and include one or more seat allotment rounds.

NID counseling notification will include information like the mode of the counseling, application process, fees, etc. The candidate needs to carefully go through the notification to learn about the process. The NID counseling will be conducted for admission to the B. Des and M.Des courses. For the current session, there ate 425 B. Des seats, and 247 M.Des seats.

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Q:   When will the NID DAT 2025 counselling be conducted for M.Des?

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The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the counseling process for the M.Des program from April 2025. Candidates were shortlisted for counseling based on their merit ranks in NID DAT 2025.

Note that unlike B.Des candidates, M.Des candidates aren't required to submit campus preferences. 

NID may conduct multiple rounds of seat allotment depending on the number of available seats. 

After allotment of seats, the candidate has to upload relevant documents and pay the 1st semester fee to confirm their seats.

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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) will release the NID DAT 2025 admit card for DAT Prelims on December 24. The direct link to download the admit card will be given on this page.

Note that admit cards will be issued only to successfully registered candidates.

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The application fee once paid will not be refunded. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that the information entered in the application form are correct and verifiable. If at any stage, NID deems the information provided to be incorrect, the candidate can be disqualified. 

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No, unfilled seats in SC/ ST category will not be de-reserved. Meaning, such seats will not be transferred to the open category. The same applies to GEN-EWS category seats. 

So, even if there are vacant seats left in SC, ST, and GEN-EWS category, such seats will lapse. 

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Yes, if there are unfilled seats in OBC-NCL, such seats will be de-reserved. Meaning, such seats will be transferred to the open category. Allotment of de-served seats  will be same as open category.

The allotment will be based on NID DAT 2025 merit rank.

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Manashjyoti Hazarika

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When filling out the form, the candidate needs to upload the relevant caste/ tribe certificate (in English/ Hindi).

The certificate should be :

  • Issued in the name of the candidate.
  • Should clearly mention the caste/ tribe the candidate belongs to
  • Be issued by a competent authority  

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Candidates who are yet to appear for Class 12 exam in 2025 must have passed the exam in the first attempt. If the candidate has any backlog/ compartment/ supplementary or have not cleared the Class 12 exam, the candidate will not be considered for admission.

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Seats that are left vacant/ unfilled in overseas (supernumerary) category will lapse. This means such seats will not be transferred to other categories. 

Candidates applying under overseas category are advised to go through the detailed admission process and eligibility criteria before applying.

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Manashjyoti Hazarika

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Candidates seeking admission under overseas category will need the following documents:

  • Self-attested copies of the relevant pages of their passports.
  • Self-attested copies of their grade sheets/ marksheets of SSC (Grade X) and HSC (Grade XII)
  • Candidates in the process of completing their Grade XII need

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As per information given in the NID admission handbooks, overseas candidates cannot apply for admission to GEN-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, and ST seats. Such candidates can't also apply for age-relaxation, scribe, etc.

Also, the fee structure for overseas category is different. 

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