NID DAT 2026 Registration Expected in September; Check Exam Schedule & Eligibility

The official notification for NID DAT 2026 is expected in September 2025. Get ready with your documents, check the tentative schedule, and learn about the application process.

For all design aspirants, a significant update is on the horizon. The National Institute of Design (NID) is anticipated to release the official notification and open the application window for the NID DAT 2026 (Design Aptitude Test) very soon. Based on past trends, both the notification and the online registration process are expected to begin in September 2025.

The NID DAT is the gateway to the prestigious Bachelor of Design (B.Des) and Master of Design (M.Des) programs offered across the NID campuses. Aspirants are advised to keep a close eye on the official website, admissions.nid.edu, for the final release of the information brochure and detailed schedule.

Tentative NID DAT 2026 Schedule

While the official dates are yet to be confirmed, here is a tentative schedule to help you prepare:

• Application Form Release: September 2025
• Last Date to Apply: December 2025
• Admit Card (Prelims): Late December 2025
• DAT Prelims Exam: First week of January 2026
• DAT Prelims Result: February 2026 (M.Des) and April 2026 (B.Des)
• DAT Mains Exam: March-April 2026 (M.Des) and April 2026 (B.Des)

Key Application Details & Eligibility

• Application Fee: For Indian Nationals, the fee is approximately ₹3,000 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and ₹1,500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• B.Des Eligibility: Candidates must have passed or be appearing for their 10+2 (or equivalent) examination from a recognized board. The upper age limit for Indian Nationals (General and EWS) is usually 20 years, with relaxations for reserved categories.
• M.Des Eligibility: Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree of a minimum of three years' duration. Final-year students are also eligible to apply.

The application process is entirely online and involves registering, filling out the form, uploading documents, and paying the fee. To ensure a smooth process, it is recommended that students prepare all necessary documents, including scanned copies of photographs and signatures, in advance.

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