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Sayeba Naushad
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Updated on Aug 18, 2026 10:19 IST
National Institute of Design will conduct NID Entrance Exam 2027 for BDes and MDes courses in January 2027. Here are important NID DAT preparation tips to help you sail through the final week smoothly. Candidates who get shortlisted have to next appear in DAT Mains. On exam day, bring the admit card and a photo ID proof.

Anxious about the NID DAT Entrance Exam, as only one week is left. Don't worry because this is normal. Here we bring last week's NID DAT preparation tips to ace DAT Prelims. Candidates who qualify for DAT Prelims have to next take the DAT Mains.

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NID Preparation Tips

When it comes to doing well in an entrance exam like NID DAT, it is not just about the effort you put in the months preceding the exam, but also about how well you handled the last few weeks leading up to the exam. In fact, in the last week of Prelims exam preparation, you must pay special attention to handling your nerves and staying focused. Read here how you can manage the last week of NID DAT 2027 Prelims exam and get a good score.

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  • How to prepare for NID DAT 2027 (Prelims) in the Last week?
  • Last week's NID 2027 Preparation Tips - Getting Ready for the Exam
  • NID DAT 2027 - Exam-day Dos and Don’ts

How to prepare for NID DAT 2027 (Prelims) in the Last week?

Here are some important NID preparation tips to help you sail through the final week smoothly:

  • Revise and revise - In the final week of NID exam preparation, each day is crucial. Therefore, plan it well and revise all the important topics that you have studied so far. If you created any notes while studying, this is the best time to revise them as well.
  • Do not study any new topic - In the last week of NID DAT preparation 2027, do not pick any new topics for study. It will lead to unnecessary confusion, as it is difficult to grasp new concepts in a short span of time. Just focus on revising what you already know.
  • Polish your Sketching skills - Pick up some designing exercises to practice daily. Study the dimensions, size, and form of the figure and try to incorporate them in what you sketch. Try to be original and innovative in your sketching. However, remember not to spend too much time of the day on drawing. Sketching and drawing are crucial parts of the exam, but they are not all it. Divide your preparation time for objective and subjective sections of the exam wisely.  
  • Practice previous year NID question papers - This is the time when you should focus on attempting as many NID previous question papers as possible. Candidates should also attempt NID sample papers. This will not only help you improve your time management skills but also boost confidence.  

Also Read: NID DAT Previous Year Question Papers; Download Free PYQ PDFs

  • Keep a tab on Current Affairs - Keep a tab on the latest happenings around you and the world. Keep reading newspapers and magazines regularly.   

  • Focus on time management: The NID Entrance Exam pattern has two sections – Section A and Section B. The first section will contain multiple-choice objective-type questions, and the latter will comprise subjective-type questions. Since NID DAT Prelims comprises subjective questions as well, candidates need to manage time well so that they get sufficient time to analyse and solve such questions. Aspirants are also advised to read every question as well as the instructions mentioned in the NID Entrance Exam with utmost care. Apart from this, one should see the marks allotted to each question and invest time in solving that specific question accordingly.
  • Time allocation for a question during the exam - You must allocate time for all the questions in the question paper. Avoid taking all the allotted time on a few questions. Remember, unless and until you manage to answer a majority of the questions, you won't be able to get a good score in the exam. So, the moment you get the question paper and answer sheet, think about time management and how to solve each question as quickly as possible.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When to report for the NID Mains exam?
A: 

The timings for the DAT Mains exam will be mentioned in the NID DAT admit card. Candidates need to reach the DAT Mains exam centre as per the timings given in the admit card. 

Q:   When will the Studio Test and Interview be conducted for the M.Des programme?
A: 

The NID DAT Studio Test and Interview for the M.Des program will be conducted from in the first week of March 2027. Candidates will be shortlisted for DAT Mains on the basis of their performance in DAT Prelims.

 

Q:   Where will NID release the detailed notification for NID counseling?
A: 

The National Institute of Design will release the schedule for NID DAT counseling on its admission portal soon after DAT Mains results are declared.

Eligible candidates seeking admission to the B.Des program have to submit campus preferences.

Q:   When will the Studio Test and Interview be conducted for the M.Des programme at NID?
A: 

NID DAT Mains exam for M.Des will be tentatively conducted on March 08, 2027. Personal Interview will be tentatively from March 21, 2027, to April 01, 2027. NID Admit card for M.Des Mains will be tentatively out on February 24, 2027.

Last week's NID 2027 Preparation Tips - Getting Ready for the Exam

Also, check out some quick do’s and don’ts that you must keep in mind for NID DAT 2027 below:

  • Go through the NID DAT Prelims exam pattern thoroughly once.
  • Start assembling the things and documents that you need to carry on the day of the exam to avoid any last-minute rush.
  • Confidence is a major key to success in practically anything. Therefore, stay calm, follow a proper diet, get enough sleep, and be confident.
  • Studying is a good thing, but do not over-study as it will lead to restlessness and exhaustion.
  • Do not practice sketching on A3-sized sketchbooks, but practice only on A4-sized sheets, as the exam sheets in the paper are also of A4 size.
  • Do not avoid revision. A major part of your time over the last week should be devoted to revising only old topics.
  • Do not panic and try to keep your nerves under control, as panicking usually leads to memory loss, thus leading to poor performance in the exam
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The dos and don’ts that candidates must follow at the NID DAT 2027 exam center are given below:

Dos

Don'ts

Bring a printout of the NID DAT Admit Card 

Electronic Items, including mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, and calculators, are not allowed inside the exam hall.

Carry a photo ID proof in the original.

Photocopies will not be accepted. The list of acceptable IDs is given below.

  • Passport
  • Voter ID Card
  • PAN card
  • Driving License
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Student ID issued by the college last attended

Don’t Carry Bags or Purses

Reach the exam center on time.

Bags, purses, and clutches are prohibited

NID DAT exam center reporting time will be mentioned on the admit card.

Don’t wear unnecessary jewelry, including rings, bracelets, etc.

Dress sensibly.

Take your seat immediately after entering the exam hall.

Do Follow the NID Dress Code

Don’t leave your seat during the exam

Adhere to the dress code and wear simple, comfortable clothing.

Don’t gossip or disturb other candidates during the exam.

Carry the stationery required to attempt the exam: Lead pencils, erasers, ball pens, etc.

Do interact with other candidates during the exam.

Carry two passport-size photos, a transparent water bottle, and sanitizer.

Don’t cheat or use unfair means.

Read the instructions carefully before attempting the exam

Don’t scribble on the DAT Prelims admit card or answer sheet.

Follow all instructions on the admit card and given by the invigilator

Don’t enter the exam hall late

Use the Washroom Before the Exam

No candidate will be allowed inside the exam hall once the exam has commenced.

Carefully fill in all the particulars in  the OMR sheet

Don’t disregard instructions given by exam officials.

Mark answers clearly and accurately on the OMR sheet.

Don’t cheat or indulge in malpractice of any kind.

Cross-check the answers if you have time.

Don’t waste time. Try to complete the paper within the given time.

Do Check Your Answers

Don’t mess with exam officials.

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Both institutions offer the BDes course but with completely different admission processes. IIT Indore accepts admission based on the UCEED entrance exam, while BITS Pilani considers the NID Entrance exam/ BITSAT exam result. 

See the table below to compare both insttutions on different factors: 

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BITS Pilani11₹ 30.8L
IIT Indore12₹ 8.5L

 

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