National Institute of Design Ahmedabad Paldi Answered Questions

NID is the best institute in India for design courses.
For the that (Design Aptitude Test), there isn't much that you can do. Firstly and most importantly, you should have an aptitude for design. NID papers are designed in such a way that only those who have a creative side will be able to clear it. The question paper is a mix of creativity, logical thinking and general knowledge. You need to be aware of the latest happenings in the world. Cramming up yearbooks won't help you, seriously. Instead, make a habit of reading the newspaper every day.
After clearing that, you'll have to prepare for the studio test and the personal interview. The studio test judges you on your material handling and of course creativity. You could be provided with any material, like clay, terracotta, cardboard anything and from a set of themes, you may have to design something of your choice. Since it is time-bound, you have to be real quick and efficiently use the materials provided to you.
The personal interview is where the faculty evaluates you in person. They may ask you about your hobbies, interests and even talent. They may even ask you to sing if you're a singer. If you have a history of artwork, you get to showcase it to them. Whatever you have done till now, be it a random sketch or doodle, bring it along. But make sure it's your own work otherwise you may get caught and it's not that difficult for them to do so. Make sure that your portfolio stands out. It should speak for you and define you. Don't try to include or steal somebody else's ideas. Be unique and come up with something from your side. Follow your instinct.
For all this, you can join some coaching institute which will help you enhance your creative side. There are a lot of coaching institutes like BRDS, Skyblue, Silica, Pahal Design and the list goes on. But I would suggest you go ahead with BRDS because they have the maximum selections every year and also the material provided by them is good. Even if you don't wish to join any coaching institute, that's okay. I have friends who have cleared NID without joining any coaching and who even after joining such institutes haven't cleared any of the design entrances.
Lastly, don't stress about the exam much. Stress makes you think less creatively and that is something you wouldn't want to happen on the day of the exam. For the interview, don't worry at all. Be confident and be yourself.
All the best.

NID has a 4-year Bachelor of Design program wherein the first year is foundation while the following years are spent in specialising in a field of your choice (out of 8 disciplines), the syllabus thereby varies greatly. NID also offers a Master's degree programme in Design for a period of 2 years offering a range of other disciplines, each with a different syllabus.
The fee structure for both can be accessed via this link attached below: http://www.nid.edu/admissions/fees.html

Automobile engineering is quite better than B.Des in automobile engineering or automotive engineering is a part of mechanical engineering. Through the application of automotive technology, the course offers specialisation in vehicle designing, repairing, testing and assembling. In this programme, one can also learn safety engineering, quality management and control, automotive analytics as well as assembling and installation of various automobiles. BE/B.Tech in automobile engineering is a 4-year programme. This programme also involves the study of courses related to aerospace and marine engineering.