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DESIGN National
NID DAT 2026
Conducted by: National Institute of Design
Exam DateJanuary 2026
ModePen & Paper + Studio Test
Registrations30K+
Application Fee₹3,000 - ₹3,500
About NID DAT 2026
National Institute of Design - Design Aptitude Test (NID DAT) is a two-tier entrance exam consisting of Prelims and Mains, conducted for admission to B.Des and M.Des programs.
Important Dates
Registration WindowOctober - November 2025
DAT Prelims ExamJanuary 2026
DAT Mains (Studio Test)March - April 2026
Syllabus & Structure
Visual Design
Thematic Color Arrangement
Subjects of Design
Memory Drawing
Proportions and Perspective