NID Design Aptitude Test (DAT) 2026 for admissions to B.Des and M.Des programmes is scheduled for December 21, 2025.
NID DAT 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted shortly by National Institute of Design (NID) for candidates seeking admission to B.Des and M.Des programmes. With exam date approaching, applicants are advised to review NID DAT exam day instructions carefully so that there are no issues during entry at NID test centre.
According to official NID DAT 2026 admission handbooks, candidates must meet prescribed requirements to be allowed inside exam hall.
NID DAT 2026 Things to Carry on Exam Day
Candidates appearing for NID DAT 2026 must carry following items:
NID DAT 2026 admit card (printed copy)
One original photo identity proof, such as Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, driving licence or PAN card.
Identity proof must be valid and match details provided during NID DAT registration 2026. Digital IDs or photocopies will not be accepted at exam centre.
Stationery Allowed for NID DAT 2026
As mentioned in NID DAT handbook 2026, candidates are required to bring their own basic stationery for the exam. This includes:
- Pencils
- Erasers
- Sharpeners
All answer sheets and drawing sheets required for NID DAT exam 2026 will be provided at centre. Sharing stationery with other candidates is not allowed.
Items Not Allowed in NID DAT Exam Centre
Candidates should note that the following items are not permitted inside the NID DAT exam centre:
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or any electronic devices.
- Bags, wallets, books, notes, or loose papers.
- Food items, except in cases of medical necessity.
- NID has clarified that it will not be responsible for safekeeping of personal belongings brought to the centre.
NID DAT 2026 Exam Day Instructions
Candidates must report at exam centre before time mentioned on NID DAT admit card 2026
- Entry will be closed after reporting time.
- Instructions given by invigilators during the NID DAT 2026 exam must be followed.
- Any violation of exam rules may lead to disqualification.
NID DAT 2026 exam will be held in offline mode on December 21 it will test candidates on design aptitude, creativity and visual thinking.
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