The National Institute of Design (NID) conducts the NID-DAT for admission to its B.Des and M.Des programs. The NID DAT 2025 application process has closed. Admit cards can be downloaded from December 24, 2024. The exam is scheduled for January 5, 2025. Remember to follow exam-day guidelines and arrive on time.
Latest Information of NID DAT 2025:
Before appearing for the National Institute of Design-Design Aptitude Test, knowing its latest factors is important. Jotted down some main highlights of the NID DAT 2025:
- Application: The application process for NID DAT 2025 has concluded.
- Exam Dates: DAT Prelims: January 5, 2025
- Result Announcements:
- B.Des Prelims Result: April 1, 2025
- M.Des Prelims Result: February 17, 2025
- Seat Availability:
- B.Des: 425 seats
- M.Des: 347 seats
- Eligibility: To be eligible for NID courses, you must clear the DAT Prelims, followed by the Studio Test and Interview rounds.
for Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
Age Limit: The candidate must be born on or after July 1, 2025. Relaxation in upper age limit:
- OBC-NCL, SC, and ST – 3 years
- PwD – 5 years
Educational Qualification: 10+2 in any discipline
for Masters of Design (M.Des)
Age Limit: The candidate must be born on or after July 1, 1993. Relaxation in upper age limit:
- OBC-NCL, SC, and ST – 3 years
- PwD – 5 years
Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree of minimum four years duration OR its equivalent
NID 2025 Syllabus: While the National Institute of Design (NID) doesn’t publish a specific syllabus, understanding the core areas can significantly aid your preparation. Key areas to focus on include creative ability, design awareness, analytical and problem-solving skills, and communication skills. To gain a deeper understanding of the expected level of preparation, refer to previous years’ question papers, analyze past trends, and explore online resources and design forums.
NID 2025 Entrance Test Topics
- Outline for beginners.
- Color Terminology Inspiration & Design Development.
- Mood, theme & color inter-relationship.
- Design Theory Elements & Principles of Design.
- Naturals & Geometrical Form. Principles of Composition.
- Optical Illusion.
- Creative Thinking & Writing.
- Picture Analysis.
- Drawing Fundamentals. Use of Measurements, Scale & proportions.
- Lateral Thinking.
- Imagination & Doodling.
NID Studio Test 2025 Topics
- 3-D model making
- Clay crafting & material handling
- Doodling exercises and illustration
- Group discussions
Important Points/ Preparation Tips for NID 2025 Examination:
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There are several points to prepare for the NID 2025 Test. Here are some quick ones:
- Keep a daily check of the latest updates from NID official site. Candidates can also refer Shiksha news section for the same.
- Applicants must understand the eligibility criteria, pattern, and syllabus of the NID 2023 entrance exam. Look for the exam format, marking scheme, and guidelines in advance.
- Creativity is the main key to crack this test. So practicing drawing, doodles, material exploration, and illustration is a must.
- There are various prep courses available on online websites that can help in the preparation of the NID 2023 test.
- Practicing communication and reading daily affairs will add to the whole process. One must have good General Knowledge and presence of mind.
- Try to interact with alumni and past students who have given NID tests. Their experience and important tips will surely help in to decide to apply for NID 2025. Shiksha has listed some NID toppers interview to have a clear idea about the exam.
- Have a look at NID previous year exam papers to analyze the format and exam pattern
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