National Institute of Design Ahmedabad Paldi Answered Questions

No, there is no specific place or room for religious prayers in the NID Bangalore campus, and it does not offer any hostel facilities for either boys or girls. However, there may be some informal places for playing near the campus. Students can also find PGs for both boys and girls near the campus, both with and without a food facility.

Yes, a student from the GSEB (Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board) can get admission to the National Institute of Design (NID). Admission to NID is not confined to college students from any unique schooling board. However, applicants need to meet the following eligibility criteria and correctly bypass the required front exams.

Yes, the correction window will open in the NID application form where you can edit your SOP questions. The correction window for the NID DAT 2025 application form will be available from December 6 to December 11, 2024. In this time, you can login to your registered account on the official website of NID and make any necessary corrections by editing the SOP questions. Although some of the details such as the name, date of birth, and the registered email ID cannot be changed after submission, make sure to verify them before submitting again.

No, NID Ahmedabad (National Institute of Design) does not run a course of study on Diploma in Graphics Design. NID runs primarily Bachelor of Design (B.Des) and Master of Design (M Des) with specializations in design in graphics, but these specializations also fall into larger design streams such as graphics, textiles, industrial design, animation and much more. But NID can provide certificate programs that run for shorter duration which is focused on graphics designs. You can then, for example, if seeking a Diploma in graphic design, search other institutes offering such a Diploma or in similar programs of study.

The reporting time for the DAT Prelims exam will be mentioned on the NID DAT 2026 admit card. Arrive at the exam center on time according to the reporting time. Please note that latecomers will not be permitted inside the NID DAT 2026 exam center. The gates at the exam center will close half an hour before the exam.The expected timing of NID DAT 2026 is:EventB.Des (Expected)M.Des (Expected)NID DAT (2025) Prelims dateFirst week of January 2026First week of January 2026Reporting Time8 AM8 AMGate closing time9.30 AM9.30 AMTime of the exam10 AM - 1 PM  (Part I + Part II)10 AM - 12.30 PM (Part I + Part II)

The following are the eligibility criteria for admission into the NID M.Des program:1. Age Criteria: - Admission applicants under the general category should have been born on or after July 1, 1993.  - OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates should be born on or after July 1, 1990 and have also been born after July 1, 1988 with respect to criteria for eligibility according to age.2. Qualification Requirement: - Should have a - bachelor's degree post 10+2; or - Four years Diploma in design, fine arts, applied arts, or architecture post 10+2; or, at the very least bachelor's degree post 10+2 with minimum three years duration with recognition by Indian institutions. She will be born in February 2005 and hence will not make it within the age criteria for a General category consideration under M.Des in 2025. However, she will be eligible to pursue courses like B.Des by meeting the eligibility criteria.

NID does not consider CUET scores for its design courses. If you're aiming for a design programme at NID, you will need to appear for the NID DAT  (Design Aptitude Test). Make sure to stay updated with the official NID website for any changes or updates to their admission process.NID Design Aptitude Test (NID DAT): This is the main entrance exam for admission to the undergraduate (B.Des) and postgraduate (M.Des) programs at NID. The DAT is conducted in two phases:Prelims  (a written test, consisting of multiple-choice questions, and design-related questions)Mains  (a studio test and interview)Eligibility: The eligibility criteria for NID include specific age limits and educational qualifications, which are independent of CUET requirements.Other Details: NID has its own merit-based system for selection, which focuses on creative skills, design aptitude, and academic performance. The CUET, which is primarily focused on undergraduate admissions to central universities, does not overlap with the NID's design-focused admission process.

Valid OBC NCL CertificateGeneral Validity The general validity of an OBC NCL certificate will depend on the Central or State Government from which it has been issued. Traditionally, certificates issued by the Central Government are valid for a period of one year, whereas State Government-issued certificates are valid for three years. Since your certificate is valid until 2026, you probably received it from the State Government.Usage in Admission: Most institutions, including NID, may accept this OBC NCL certificate for their admission process on the assumption that it is still valid at the time of admission. Your certificate is valid until 2026; that means you should, in theory, be eligible to use it for admission in 2024, assuming there are no particular additional special requirements in terms of age or date of issuance set by NID.

Eligibility criteria and tuition fees for the National Institute of Design (NID) vary by course and college:  Eligibility criteriaB.Des: Candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board and be under 24 years of age as of August 1, 2025. They must also pass the Design Aptitude Test (DAT) Prelims and Mains.  M.Des: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a recognised board. They must also pass the DAT Prelims and Mains.  PhD: Candidates must have a master's degree in design. They must also pass a proposal screening, DRT, and interview.