NICC Entrance Exam PG Combination Design Courses Exam Dates 2026: Get Complete Exam Schedule Here

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

NICC Important Dates 2025 - NICC 2025 dates are released by the National Institute of Creative Communication. The important dates will cover all the events related to the admission process, starting with the release of the application form, issue of admit cards, conduct of the exam date, declaration of results, and counselling.

The candidate, by consulting the important dates, will be able to keep track of upcoming events and plan better. The application form for NICC 2025 is open now; applications are available online only and can be filled out by candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria.

Q: When will registration process for NICC exam open?

Registration process has started for NICC 2026. No last date has been given for submission of the application form. Candidates can visit website for more information.

Candidate needs to ensure that meet the eligibility criteria before they apply for the exam. It is because incomplete and incorrectly filled applications will be rejected.

Q: Are PG courses offered through NICC exam?

Yes, candidates can take admission in PG courses like IMCP Photography & Cinematography, International Masters Combination Program in Interior Design, IMCP Communication Design etc. The candidate can pick their programme of study at the time of filling out the application form.

Note that the NICC question paper will be different for UG and PG courses. To be considered for admission, the candidate needs to qualify in their paper.

Q: What is the NICC eligibility criteria for admission to UG courses?

Eligibility criteria for NICC are as follows

Candidates must have passed class 12 in any stream from a recognized board to apply for a UG course.

Candidate must meet eligibility criteria.

Candidates who don't meet the criteria may be disqualified at any stage of NICC admission process. So candidates must be careful while filling out the form.

Table of contents

NICC Exam 2025: List of Important Exam Events
NICC Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
NICC 2025 application form
NICC Important Dates 2025 - FAQs

NICC Exam 2025: List of Important Exam Events

Candidates can go through important exam events related to NICC 2025 exam below.

Release of application forms: NICC application forms are currently open. Eligible candidates need to fill out the application form before the due date following the official instructions.
Issue of admit cards: Candidates will be sent the admit cards at the email ids they have provided at the time of registration. The mail will contain the details related to the online interview.
Appear for Online Interview: Aspirants need to appear for an online interview.
Declaration of results: Selected candidates will be informed by phone and email. At this time, candidates are required to confirm admission by payment of INR 20,000/- by online transfer to NICC. Bank Account details will be given in the above-mentioned confirmation e-mail.

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Commonly asked questions

Q: How many times is the NICC exam conducted in a year?

Usually NICC exam is conducted once a year, but last year it was conducted in the form of online interview. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria may apply for admission. The application link will be provided here once it opens.

We will also bring you the detailed exam pattern and syllabus. So, visit our page.

Q: I am applying for UG course through NICC exam, how should I prepare my portfolio?

Portfolio of candidates applying for UG courses should consist of work such as drawings, paintings, sketches (digital or hand-made), collages, sculpture, design concepts, photographs, animation, hand-crafted objects, design models, computer artwork, web presentations, videos, scripts, articles, poems, and so on.

The candidate is urged to carefully go throug the preparations tips mentioned here to give themselves a chance at doing well in NICC entrance exam.

Q: Is it mandatory to appear in NICC exam for admission?

Yes, NICC also accepts the scores of NID Entrance Exam. Candidates qualifying the NID can directly get the admission at NICC.

This page will have all the updates about the exam, including the date and time of the exam, application opening and closing dates, pattern, syllabus, and other details.

NICC Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NICC Entrance Exam 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
Nov ' 25 - Jan ' 26	NICC 2026 Application

NICC 2025 application form

The application form for NICC 2025 has been released online. To fill out the form, follow these steps.

Go to the National Institute of Creative Communication admission portal
If the application is OPEN, the registration link will be activated
Click on the link
A registration form will open
Fill in the registration form and then the rest of the application form
The candidate will also have to upload documents and pay the application fee,
Once the application is duly filled, submit the form.

The Application form window appears like this:

Commonly asked questions

Q: Can I fill the NICC application form offline?

No, you cannot fill NICC application form offline. The admission process will be conducted in online mode only.

Q: Can I pursue a PG in Mass Communication through NICC exam?

NICC offers International Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Design + MA Mass Communication Degree. Candidates holding a graduation degree in any stream can apply for the course.

Admission to the programme will be through the NICC entrance exam.

Interested candidates may apply before the last date and appear in the NICC entrance exam.

NICC Important Dates 2025 - FAQs

Here are a few FAQs related to the NICC 2025 important dates and exam.

Q: What is the NICC eligibility criteria for International Postgraduate Diploma in Product Design?

Candidates should hold a graduation degree in the field of Engineering/ Architecture/ Art/ Design with a basic understanding of three dimensional forms and drawing skills for NICC International PG diploma in Product Design.

Candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. If the candidate fails to do so, then he or she can be disqualified at any stage of the admission process.

Q: Is there any age limit to apply for NICC Entrance Exam?

No, the institute has not prescribed any age limit for its UG or PG programme. That being said it is recommended that the candidate carefully goes through the prescribed criteria.

It is because applications may be rejected if the candidate doens't meet the critria. Note that all details entered by the candidate will be checked at time of counseling.

Q: What is the application fee for NICC exam?

The application fee for NICC exam is INR 3,000. Candidates can pay the application fee online. NICC Application process cannot be completed without payment of the fee.