NID Coaching in Delhi for 2027-2028, Online coaching, Study Material Kit & Mock Test Series

About NID – National Institute of Design

The National Institute of Design (NID) is one of India’s leading institutions for design education and research. NID Ahmedabad, along with its extension campuses at Gandhinagar and Bengaluru, is recognised as an Institute of National Importance under the NID Act, 2014. It functions as an autonomous institute under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India.

In addition, National Institutes of Design are located in Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Assam. Admission to NID programmes is conducted through the Design Aptitude Test (DAT), comprising two stages — DAT Prelims and DAT Mains.

For the NID Admission 2027–28 cycle, the programme structure includes:

NID Admission 2027–28 Important Dates

The following schedule is based on the official NID Admissions Handbooks 2027–28 for the B.Des./5.5-Year Integrated M.Des. and M.Des. programmes.

Important: For B.Des., NID’s 2027–28 handbook describes the admission process as DAT Prelims → DAT Mains → separate admission application → seat allotment / admission counselling. Counselling and final admission are tentatively expected in June 2027, as NID has not officially announced the schedule.

For M.Des., the official handbook similarly lists the DAT Mains admit card, DAT Mains, DAT Mains result, re-totalling and admission counselling as “To be announced later.”

NID reserves the right to modify the admission schedule due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates should regularly check the official NID admissions website.

NID Exam Pattern 2027

The NID DAT 2027 exam pattern consists of two stages:

Stage 1 – DAT Prelims and Stage 2 – DAT Mains.

The DAT Prelims score is used only to shortlist candidates for DAT Mains and is not carried forward as weightage into the final result.

NID Exam – B.Des. / Integrated Pathway

Stage 1: NID DAT Prelims

A paper-and-pencil/pen test. Questions may involve text and visuals, and the question paper will be in English only. The duration of the test is 3 hours. Candidates are shortlisted for DAT Mains on the basis of their DAT Prelims performance.

Stage 2: NID DAT Mains

Studio Sensitivity Test – The DAT Mains Studio Sensitivity Test is a hands-on evaluation conducted at the NID campus. It may include drawing and sketching, 3D model-making, audio-visual exercises, responses to sensory stimuli, and group or individual interactions.

In-Person Sensitivity Test – This stage involves personal interaction with the candidate and include a portfolio review, allowing evaluators to understand the candidate’s creative thinking, design aptitude, interests, and approach to their work.

Important Note:

• For each category, approximately 2.5 times the number of available seats are shortlisted for DAT Mains.
• Only candidates who appear for both the Studio Sensitivity Test and the In-Person Sensitivity Test are considered eligible for the final merit list.

NID B.Des. Final Weightage 2027

NID M.Des Exam Pattern

The Design Aptitude Test (DAT) for M.Des is also conducted in two stages:

Stage 1: NID DAT Prelims — Pen & Paper based written test
Stage 2: NID DAT Mains — Studio Test, Interview & Portfolio Review

• DAT Prelims (M.Des): Divided into objective and subjective sections with sketching. A single common test paper is used for all faculty streams at this stage.
• DAT Mains (M.Des): Divided into objective and subjective sections with sketching. A single common test paper is used for all faculty streams at this stage.

Stage 1: NID M.Des DAT Prelims

The NID M.Des DAT Prelims is also a paper and pencil/pen examination. Questions may involve text and visuals, and there will be a single common DAT Prelims test paper for the M.Des. programme.

The DAT Prelims score is used only for shortlisting candidates to DAT Mains and does not carry forward into the final result.

Stage 2: NID M.Des DAT Mains

Conducted at the NID campus and includes a faculty stream-specific Studio Test, a portfolio review, and discipline-wise interviews.

The Studio Test is conducted group-wise, except for Group X, where it is conducted discipline-wise. Separate interviews are conducted for each discipline.

Important Note:

• For NID M.Des., approximately 5 times the available seats in each category for each discipline are shortlisted for DAT Mains.

NID M.Des Final Weightage 2027

NID 2027 Application Form

How to Apply for NID 2027 Admissions

Candidates seeking admission to NID for the academic year 2027–28 must apply online through the official admissions portal: https://admissions.nid.edu.

Step 0: Read the Admissions Handbook

Before starting your application, go through the NID Admissions Handbook 2027–28 carefully. It covers:

• Eligibility criteria for each programme
• Seat availability and reservation policies
• Test centres for DAT Prelims & Mains
• Programme-wise admission requirements

Step 1: Registration

• Visit https://admissions.nid.edu and click on “Signup.”
• Select your programme, nationality, and category.
• Enter a valid email ID and mobile number — OTPs will be sent to both for verification.
• Use the login credentials sent to your email to access your application.
• Keep your registered contact details active until August 2027 — all official communication will be sent here.
• If you forget your password, use the “Forgot Password” option on the login page.

Step 2: Fill the Online Application Form

• Log in and complete all required personal, academic, and category-related information.
• You can make corrections during the official edit window, but Name, Date of Birth, Programme, Registered Mobile, and Email ID cannot be changed once submitted.
• Click ‘Save & Proceed’ to move to the document upload section.

Step 3: Upload Documents

Upload the following in the specified formats:

• Passport-size photograph: JPG/JPEG, 50–200 KB
• Signature: JPG/JPEG, 50–200 KB
• Category Certificates (if applicable): GEN-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC/ST/PwD — PDF, max 1 MB
• Overseas applicants: First and last page of a valid passport (PDF)

Step 4: Pay the Application Fee

* Fee amounts are based on the previous cycle and may be revised. Confirm on the official NID admissions portal when registration opens.

• Payment is accepted online via credit card, debit card, or net banking.
• After successful payment, download and save your application confirmation.
• Note: Application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Step 5: Application Edit Window

• A limited-time window will be provided after the application deadline to review and correct your form (except for Name, Programme, Date of Birth, Mobile, and Email).
• NID reserves the right to reject incomplete or incorrect applications.

NID DAT Admit Card 2027

The NID DAT Prelims Admit Card 2027 will be available for download from 4 PM on 10 December 2026 through the official NID admissions website. Candidates are responsible for downloading and printing their own admit cards before the examination.

The admit card will contain important details including the reporting time, test centre and examination instructions.

Important Notes

• Admit cards are issued only to candidates who have successfully submitted a complete application form.
• DAT Prelims and DAT Mains admit cards are issued separately — do not assume one covers both.
• Admit cards may not be reproduced or used by any person or institution without prior permission from NID, Ahmedabad.

How to Download the NID DAT Admit Card

1. Visit the official admissions portal at https://admissions.nid.edu.
2. Click on the admit card download link when it becomes active.
3. Enter your registered Email ID, Date of Birth, and Application Number.
4. View and download your admit card.
5. Take a clear printout — you will need to carry it to the test centre.

Key Requirement

• A printed admit card is mandatory for entry to both DAT Prelims and DAT Mains. Candidates without a valid admit card will not be permitted to appear for the exam.

NID Cut Off 2026-27 & Closing Ranks ( 2026- 2027)

All candidates must meet the NID DAT minimum qualifying marks to be considered for admission. The cut-off scores below are from the 2026–27 admission cycle for reference. Cut-offs for 2027–28 will be published after DAT Mains results are declared.

NID Minimum Qualifying Marks (DAT Mains)

NID DAT Prelims Result Date 2027

NID DAT results are declared online only on the official admissions website: https://admissions.nid.edu. There are two separate result announcements — one for DAT Prelims and one for DAT Mains — published according to the schedule declared by NID each cycle.

Only candidates who clear the Prelims cut-off are shortlisted for DAT Mains. The final merit list is based entirely on DAT Mains performance. Candidates must log in using their registered email ID and date of birth to view and download their result.

How to Check NID DAT 2027 Result

1. Visit the official result portal: https://admissions.nid.edu
2. Click on the result login link
3. Enter your registered email ID and date of birth
4. Your result will appear on screen
5. You should download or print your result for records

Important: Qualifying in NID DAT does not by itself guarantee admission. Final selection depends on merit rank, category, seat availability at each NID campus, and completion of document verification and fee payment formalities.

Result Dates :

• The B.Des./Integrated Pathway DAT Prelims result is scheduled for 16 March 2027 at 4 PM.
• The M.Des. DAT Prelims result is scheduled for 16 February 2027 at 4 PM.