Can I apply for ISDI Challenge in offline mode?

The application form for ISDI Challenge 2026 has to be filled out online. So, don't download the application form, fill it, and send it to the admission office. It is because applications submitted via offline mode will be rejected. Before fiilling out the form, make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria.

When will ISDI Challenge exam be conducted?

The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) conducted the ISDI Challenge exam 2026 for the Current Cycle till January 16, 2026. The exam will include Portfolio/Design Project & DAT. The candidate needs to visit this page to stay updated about upcoming events. The result was announced on January 27, 2026.

What is the ISDI Challenge exam?

The ISDI Challenge exam is conducted by the Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) for admission to undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, and short-term design courses offered by the institute. The entrance exam has the following components - Portfolio/Design Project & DAT and Interview. It is mandatory for the candidate to appear in all the test components. Or else, the candidate will not be considered for admission.

ISDI Challenge Design PG Syllabus 2026: Download Latest Syllabus PDF

Updated on Sep 19, 2025 14:40 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

ISDI Challenge Syllabus 2025 - The Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI) releases the syllabus for ISDI Challenge 2025 on its official website.

Download the official syllabus and use it for the ISDI Challenge 2025 exam preparation. The ISDI Challenge 2025 exam syllabus will contain section-wise topics. Questions in the ISDI Challenge 2025 exam will be asked from the official syllabus only.

So, the candidate must refer to the ISDI Challenge 2025 when preparing for the exam. To make exam preparation easy, the candidate may segregate the syllabus into different heads - easy, moderate, and difficult. You will have to allocate more time for the difficult topics. Also, leave room for revision and solving of sample papers and mock tests. Along with the syllabus, make sure that you also refer to the updated ISDI Challenge 2025 exam pattern.

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ISDI 2025 Syllabus

Aspirants are advised to go through the following topics to score well in the ISDI Challenge 2025 exam.

For Portfolio or Design project:

Visual communication skills – through drawing, making, or digital manipulation
Presentation skills
Understanding and manipulation of materials and processes particular to the discipline of choice (e.g., pattern-cutting, website construction, industrial manufacturing processes)
drawings, paintings, sculptures, performances, graphic designs, animations, photographs, skills

For Design Aptitude Test (DAT)

The second step of the ISDI Challenge is the Online Design Aptitude Test, a multiple-choice examination designed to assess your aptitude and knowledge related to design.

This section is divided into four parts.

General Awareness – 15 questions, 30 marks
Logical Reasoning – 15 questions, 30 marks
Analytical Thinking – 10 questions, 20 marks
Storytelling – 1 question, 20 marks

Important Instructions

All questions must be attempted.
There is no negative marking.
The test must be completed in one sitting, within the given time limit.

Check also: ISDI DAT sample paper

For Interview round

Communication skills
Visual appreciation skills and presence of mind
Awareness of exam details
Basic industry knowledge
Awareness of self-work

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ISDI 2025 Exam Pattern

Along with the syllabus, it is recommended that candidates also go through the exam pattern for the ISDI Challenge 2025 exam. It is because exam pattern informs about the question paper, including types of questions asked, marking scheme, difficulty level, etc. In the first stage of ISDI Challenge 2025 exam, candidate needs to sit in a Design Aptitude Test (DAT). The candidate is also required to upload their portfolio and design project. Shortlisted candidates have to appear for an interview. The final merit list of the ISDI Challenge 2025 will be prepared by giving weightage to all the test components.

ISDI Challenge Selection Process 2025

ISDI Challenge Slection process are

Upload Your Portfolio

The first step of the ISDI Challenge is the Portfolio Upload. It carries a total of 100 marks and holds a 40% weightage in the overall evaluation.

Your portfolio can showcase a variety of media, including drawings, paintings, sculptures, performances, graphic designs, animations, photographs, or sketchbook pages. You are required to submit 8 - 10 of your best works.

Please upload your work in one of the following formats.

A single PDF file
Multiple JPEG/JPG images
A consolidated ZIP file
Ensure that the total file size does not exceed 500 MB.

Alternative to Portfolio: Upload Design Project

If you do not have a portfolio, you can still move forward in the ISDI Challenge by completing and uploading a Design Project, which carries 100 marks and holds a 40% weightage in the evaluation process.

You are required to create a visual work inspired by any one of the following themes.

One World
Tracing Nature
Translating Tomorrow

All forms of media are welcome, including drawing, video, photography, sculpture, 3D work, collage, and digital images. Write an essay in 500 words to support your answer.

Online Design Aptitude Test

The second stage of the ISDI Challenge is the Online Design Aptitude Test, which carries 100 marks, has a 60-minute time limit, and contributes 30% weightage to the overall evaluation. This multiple-choice examination is designed to assess your design aptitude and general awareness. The online design aptitude test will comprise.

General Awareness	15 Questions	30 Marks
Logical Reasoning	15 Questions	30 Marks
Analytical Reasoning	10 Questions	20 Marks
Storytelling	1 Question	20 Marks

Online Interview

The final stage of the ISDI Challenge is the Online Interview. It carries 100 marks and a 25-minute time limit. The weightage is 30% of the total weightage in the selection process. The interview schedule will be shared on the registered email ID.

ISDI Challenge Exam 2025

The Indian School of Design and Innovation will conduct the admission process for ISDI Challenge 2024 in THREE cycles - Current Cycle, Cycle 2 (Regular Cycle), and Cycle 3 (Last Cycle). The candidate can apply under any of the three cycles.