NID Admissions: Complete Guide 2024-25

Admission Process Overview

Programs Offered

Bachelor of Design (B.Des) - 4 years

1. Industrial Design
2. Communication Design
3. Textile Design
4. Lifestyle Accessory Design
5. Digital Game Design
6. Film & Video Communication

Master of Design (M.Des) - 2.5 years

1. Product Design
2. Transportation & Automobile Design
3. Universal Design
4. Information Design
5. Interaction Design
6. Strategic Design Management
7. Toy & Game Design
8. Retail Experience Design
9. Social Design
10. Digital Design
11. Animation Film Design

Detailed Admission Process

Design Aptitude Test (DAT)

DAT Prelims

• Duration: 3 hours
• Mode: Computer-based test
• Sections:
  1. Visualization & Creativity (40%)
     • Drawing
     • Pattern recognition
     • Design sensitivity
  2. Analytical & Logical Ability (30%)
     • Problem-solving
     • Spatial understanding
     • Logical reasoning
  3. Design & Cultural Awareness (30%)
     • General knowledge
     • Current affairs
     • Design history

DAT Mains

• Duration: 2-3 days
• Components:
  1. Studio Tests
     • Material handling
     • Model making
     • Design exercises
  2. Interview
     • Portfolio review
     • Personal interview
     • Design awareness