NID DAT 2027 Application Form: Last Date November 30, Check Fees and How to Apply
Published 13 Nov 20264 min read
The National Institute of Design (NID) is accepting online applications for the NID Design Aptitude Test (DAT) 2027 until November 30, 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates can apply at admissions.nid.edu for admission to B.Des, 5.5-Year Integrated M.Des, and M.Des programmes across NID campuses [source article].
With just over two weeks left, candidates who have not yet applied should complete their registration and fee payment well before the deadline.
Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | November 30, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application portal | admissions.nid.edu |
| Mode | Online only |
| Programmes | B.Des, 5.5-Year Integrated M.Des, M.Des |
| Official website | nid.edu / admissions.nid.edu |
NID DAT 2027 Application Fee
The application fee differs by category [source article]:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹3,000 |
| Gen-EWS | ₹3,000 |
| OBC | ₹3,000 |
| Female candidates (except ST, SC, PwD) | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | [VERIFY] |
Important: The fee structure for female SC/ST/PwD candidates is not explicitly stated in the source. Candidates in these categories should verify their applicable fee on the application portal before paying. [VERIFY]
The fee is payable online through the available payment options on the portal.
How to Fill NID DAT 2027 Application Form
Follow these steps to complete your registration [source article]:
- Visit the official website: admissions.nid.edu
- Select the relevant programme (B.Des / M.Des / Integrated M.Des) and click the registration link
- Complete the sign-up using the required personal details
- Log in using your registered credentials
- Fill in the NID DAT 2027 application form — personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload documents — photograph, signature, and other required documents
- Pay the application fee through the available payment options
- Download and save the completed application form and payment confirmation
Do not wait until November 30. Portal traffic typically spikes near deadlines, and last-minute payment failures or upload errors can prevent submission.
Documents to Keep Ready
The source specifies the following uploads [source article]:
Photograph — as per NID specifications
Signature — as per NID specifications
Other required documents — exact list not specified in the source
[VERIFY: Confirm the complete document list, including any category/caste certificate, ID proof, and academic certificates, from the application portal or NID DAT 2027 information bulletin before applying.]
Programmes Covered Under NID DAT 2027
The NID DAT 2027 is the entrance exam for admission to the following programmes [source article]:
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
5.5-Year Integrated M.Des
Master of Design (M.Des)
The test is conducted across NID campuses.
What Happens If You Miss the Deadline
The NID DAT 2027 application portal closes at 11:59 PM on November 30, 2026. Applications submitted after this time will not be accepted [source article].
Candidates who miss the deadline will not be able to appear for NID DAT 2027 and will lose the opportunity for admission to NID's design programmes for the 2027-28 academic session.
Official Website & Direct Link
NID official website: https://www.nid.edu
NID admissions portal: https://admissions.nid.edu