UID Design Aptitude Test MDes Application Form 2026, Registration: Know How to Apply

Unitedworld Institute of Design Aptitude Test 2026 ( UID Design Aptitude Test )

DeskCalelnderExam On - 11 Jan '26

This exam is conducted for courses given below:
Sayeba Naushad
Updated on Dec 26, 2025 11:35 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

United World Institute of Design: Application form for UID DAT is open for B.Des and M.Des programmes. Interested candidates can download the application form and apply through link given below. Application fee is INR 2,000. It can be filled online or offline.

When filling in the form, enter only genuine and verifiable information. The information entered by the candidate will be verified at the time of counseling and seat allotment. If any discrepancy is found, the candidate may be disqualified. The United World Institute of Design will conduct the UID DAT 2026 entrance exam on January 11, 2026. The exam is conducted in two Tiers: Tier I and Tier II. 

Latest Updates:

UID-DAT Registrations are now LIVE: Apply Now

 

 

Table of contents
  • How to fill out the UID DAT 2026 Application form
  • UID Design Aptitude Test 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • Details to Fill in UID Application Form 2026
  • UID DAT 2026 Document Checklist
  • UID DAT 2026 Application Fee
UID Design Aptitude Test Logo

How to fill out the UID DAT 2026 Application form

To fill out the UID DAT form

  1. Go to application portal.
  2. You will be redirected to a login window.
  3. Fill in your name, email ID and mobile number.
  4. Once you are registered, a unique candidate account will be created.
  5. Log in to the account to fill in the rest of the application form.
  6. Upload documents
  7. Pay the application fee to complete the application process.  

 

UID-DAT Registrations are now LIVE: Apply Now

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the courses offered through UID DAT?
A: 

UID offers admission to several design specializations.

Department of Fashion and Design

  • B.Design (Hons.) Fashion Design Technology
  • B.Design (Hons.) Fashion Communication & Styling
  • B.Design (Hons.) Apparel Design
  • M. Des. Fashion Design

Department of Communication Design

  • B.Design (Hons.) Communication Design
  • B.Design (Hons.) Film & Video Communication
  • M. Des. Visual Experiential Design

Department of Industrial Design

  • B.Design (Hons.) Product Design
  • B.Design (Hons.) Transportation & Mobility Design
  • M. Des. Industrial Design
  • Ph.D. in Design

Department of Animation & Game Design

  • B.Design (Hons.) Animation & Visual Effects
  • B.Design (Hons.) Game Design
  • M. Des. Immersive and Interactive Media Design

Department of Interior & Spatial Design

  • B.Design (Hons.) Interior Architecture Design
  • B.Design (Hons.) Spatial Experience Design
  • B.Design (Hons.) Furniture & Interior Design
  • M. Des. Interior & Experience Design

Department of Interdisciplinary Design

  • B.Design (Hons.) Interaction Design
  • B.Design (Hons.) Global Design Programme

Department of Integrated Studies

  • B.Design (Hons.) Integrated Smart System Design
  • M.Des In Design Management
Q:   What is the application fee of UID DAT?
A: 

The Application fee for United World Institute of Design UID DAT is INR 2,000. Application Form Fee is Non-Refundable. 

UID Design Aptitude Test 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of UID Design Aptitude Test 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
11 Jan ' 26

UID DAT 2026 exam date

DatesPast Exam Dates
Nov ' 25 - Dec ' 25

UID DAT 2026 Application

UID Design Aptitude Test Logo

Details to Fill in UID Application Form 2026

It is recommended that the candidate enter only correct and genuine information when filling out the online application form. This is because the Unitedworld Institute of Design will cross-check all the information furnished by the candidate. The candidate will be able to go to the next stage if and only if he or she meets all the required conditions.

The following details will have to be filled in the UID DAT 2026 application form.

Personal Profile

Name

Gender

Admission Type

Marital status

Blood group

Date of birth

Place of birth

Nationality

Passport number

Choice of discipline/course

Communication Address

Address

City

State

Pin Code

Country

STD Code-Phone

Mobile number

Alternate mobile number

Email ID

Parent’s Information

Father’s name

Father’s profession

Father’s Designation

Father’s annual income

Mother’s name

Mother’s profession

Mother’s Designation

Mother’s annual income

Work experience

Educational qualifications

Personal accolades

Test centre

Source of finance

Reference

UID-DAT Registrations are now LIVE: Apply Now

 

Also Read:

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will UID DAT 2026 be held?
A: 

Dates for UID DAT 2026 will be announced on the official website of the institute. It is expected to take place in January or February this year.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for UID DAT B.Des programme?
A: 

Candidates must have passed 10+2 pass/appearing (any stream) or a 3 years Diploma (equivalent to 10+2) from any recognised higher secondary board/institute.

UID Design Aptitude Test Logo

UID DAT 2026 Document Checklist

The documents have to be uploaded as per the given specification

Particulars Specifications
Format JPG/JPEG/PNG/GIF
Size Less than 1 MB
  • UID DAT Application Form Fee is Non-Refundable.
  • The email ID submitted at the time of registration will be used for all admission process until enrolment is completed. Change in Email ID will NOT be allowed under any circumstances.
  • Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID) Query Management System: Applicants are strongly advised to use Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID) Query Management System (Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID)-QMS).

Also Read:

 

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the eligibiltiy criteria for UID DAT M.Des 2026?
A: 

Candidates must have passed 10+2+3/4 years degree OR must have 5 years Diploma (pass/appearing) in any stream from a recognised institution or university.

Q:   Can I fill UID DAT Application form Offline?
A: 

Yes, you can fill the UID DAT B.Des and M.Des application forms offline. The application is for INR 2000. The application form must have a photograph, signature and must be sent to the address given by the institute.

UID Design Aptitude Test Logo

UID DAT 2026 Application Fee

Application forms are available online and offline. Application fee is INR 2000. Candidates need to register first and then verify their email ID. After verification, fill application fee and pay fee.

Application Window

Mode of Application

Application fee

General Category (Indian and Foreign candidates can apply under this window)

Online or Offline

INR 2000

NRI/NRI Spons. / Mgmt.
(Those who missed the general category window can also apply under this window)

Online

INR 2000

Read More:

UID Design Aptitude Test Dates UID Design Aptitude Test Admit Card
Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
Q:   At what time do I need to report at UID DAT exam centre?
A: 

The UID DAT 2026 admit card will include the date and timings of the exam. It will also have the reporting time.

You need to reach the exam centre as per the reporting time. If you reach the exam center after the exam has commenced, you may not be allowed allowed to appear in the UID DAT exam.

So, be on time.

Q:   When is draft answer key for UID DAT 2026 exam expected to be released?
A: 

The Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID) will not release UID DAT 2026 answer key. 

If the stattus quo changes, the details will be updated here.

The exam officice will directly release the exam results on its admission portal. You can check your results by logging into the result portal.

Registration
Ongoing
Exam Date
Results
Cutoff
Counselling
qna

UID Design Aptitude Test Exam

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered a week ago

Candidates must have passed 10+2 pass/appearing (any stream) or a 3 years Diploma (equivalent to 10+2) from any recognised higher secondary board/institute.

S

Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

To fill application form for UID DAT B.Des, candidate should have passed Class 12 in any stream or should have a 3year Diploma equivalent to 10+2 from any recognised university.

S

Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

UID DAT 2026 exam will be conducted online. Exam will be conducted in two tiers, Tier 1 and Tier 2. Tier 1 is 40% and Tier 2 is 60%. UID does not release any exam pattern for its exam.

S

Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

UID DAT Application fee for B.Des and M.Des is INR 2000. The application is open for all categories. Forms can be filled online and offline.

S

Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, you can fill UID DAT application form offline and online. The Application is open for 2026 for all categories. The online exam will be on January 11, 2026.

S

Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

3 Institutes accepting UID Design Aptitude Test

  • 25.10 Lakh
  • 4 years
  • |
  • Full Time

ITM IDM - Institute Of Design & Media

Andheri West, Mumbai Private

ITM IDM -
    • 40.00 Lakh
    • 4 years
    • |
    • Full Time

    Explore more Design exams with upcoming dates

    GLS DAT 2026 Application Last Date 1 Sep '25 - 22 Jan '26
    PU DAT Application 2026: Last date 7 Jan '26
    SEED 2026 Mock Test (B.Des) 7 Jan '26
    PESSAT DAT 2026 Exam START Date Jan '26
    IIAD 2026 - Application 1 Sep '25 - 23 Jan '26

    News & Updates

    Latest NewsPopular News