Will NID 2026 studio test and personal interview be conducted on the same day?

The studio test and personal interview for M.Des DAT Mains are conducted on the same and in some cases different days. Therefore the candidate has to consult their DAT Mains admit to confirm their studio test and interview schedule.

When will the NID DAT 2026 Prelims exam be conducted?

The candidate needs to report for the exam at 8 am. Gates closing time is 9.30 am. The B.Des exam will be held from 10 am - 1 pm; meanwhile, the M.Des exam will be held from 10 am - 12.30 am. The DAT Prelims for the B.Des programme will be conducted in a paper-and-pencil/pen mode. The question paper may incude both textual and visual questions. Other details like duration of the exam, marking scheme, etc. will be published in the DAT Prelims admit card. The DAT Prelims exam for the M.Des programme will be conducted offline and include a mix of objective and subjective questions. The paper will have a total of 100 questions.

What is the weightage carried by DAT Mains?

The final results of NID DAT is prepared by giving weightage to DAT Prelims and DAT Mains. In case of the B.Des program, the DAT Prelims carries 40% weightage, while DAT Mains carries 60% weightage. Meanwhile for the M.Des programme, DAT Prelims carries 30% weightage, while DAT Mains carries 70% weightage. Note that DAT Mains for M.Des contains to sub-components - Studio Test and Interview. Candidates who qualify DAT Prelims has to mandatorily appear in the DAT Mains. Or else, the candidate is not considered for admission.

Do I need to preserve the NID DAT 2026 admit card?

The National Institute of Design (NID) is released admit cards for DAT Prelims on December 11, 2025. Meanwhile, the DAT Prelims exam will be conducted on December 21, 2025. Admit cards for the DAT Mains will be released later. The candidate must carefully preserve the admit cards for the DAT Prelims and DAT Mains. It is because the admit cards will be required at the time of seat allotment and admission. Also, note that the window to download the admit card will only be open for a limited period of time.

When will the NID DAT 2026 Prelims exam be conducted?

The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the DAT Prelims exam on December 21, 2025. The B.Des exam will be held around 10 am - 1 pm; meanwhile, the M.Des exam will be held around 10 am - 12.30 am. The candidate needs to report for the exam at 8 am. Gates' closing time is 9.30 am. The DAT Prelims for the B.Des programme will be conducted in a paper-and-pencil/pen mode. The question paper may include both textual and visual questions. Other details like duration of the exam, marking scheme, etc., will be published in the DAT Prelims admit card.

When will NID DAT (Prelims) admit card be released?

The National Institute of Design (NID) will release the NID DAT 2026 admit card for DAT Prelims on December 11, 2025. The direct link to download the admit card is given on this page. Admit cards will be issued only to successfully registered candidates. To download the admit card, you need to log in to the portal using your email ID and date of birth. On exam day, bring the admit card and a photo ID proof.

How much time is needed to prepare for the NID DAT exam?

Candidates need around 6 months to prepare for NID DAT Exam. In this time, focus should be on preparing syllabus given by NID. Candidates should make a plan and divide syllabus to study.

What is the criteria to shortlist candidates for DAT Mains of NID?

NID officials will consider the Merit list of that Prelims to shortlist candidates for DAT Mains. The number of candidates shortlisted will be no less than three times in each category. The National Institute of Design will prepare merit lists for GENERAL, GENERAL-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD & OVERSEAS categories. In the scenario where two or more candidates score the same marks in the DAT Prelims, then a tiebreak policy will be applied to decide the merit rank.

What details will be mentioned on NID DAT admit card?

The NID DAT 2026 admit card will carry the following like the application number, Candidate's name, Roll number, Date of birth, Name of the course applied for admission, Reporting time for exam, Date of exam, Exam duration, GATE closing time, Test center code, NID DAT test centre address, Photograph, and Signature. Additionally, it will also contain the Dos and Donts for candidates inside the exam venue. On the day of the NID DAT exam, the candidate needs to report at the exam center as per the reporting time mentioned on the admit card. Candidates arriving at the exam after the exam has commence may not be allowed entry inside the exam venue.

How can I prepare for the NID DAT Interview?

The Personal Interview is an component of the NID admission process as it carries around 30 percentage weightage. Candidates who are shortlisted for that Mains has to appear in the Personal Interview along with the Studio Test. Here are some of the important tips to prepare for the interview. Read up on the Fashion Industry don't given one liner answers. You can elaborate a bit without being verbose. The first impression does make a difference, so take note. Don't try to mislead and waste time of the interviewer. This way you have more to lose than gain. If you have made a list of commonly asked questions and prepared for them, you might be at an advantage. Improve your communication skills. Get creative Measure your words carefully. Carry a positive body language.

Who is eligible to appear in NID that Mains exam?

The NID that exam is conducted in two stages - that Prelims and that Mains. Candidates who qualify that Prelims has to next appear in that Mains. The shortlisting for that Mains is done on the basis of scores obtained by candidates in the that Prelims exam. The that Prelims scorecard, along with section-wise scores, also contains the qualifying status of the candidate. Candidates who status says "qualified" can appear in that Mains.

When to report for the NID Mains exam?

NID DAT 2026 (Mains) exam for the B. Des programme will be held in the last week of April 2026. The timings for the DAT Mains exam will be mentioned in the NID DAT 2026 admit card. Candidates need to reach the DAT Mains exam centre as per the timings given in the admit card.

When will NID DAT 2026 admit card (Mains) be released for B.Des?

The National Institute of Design (NID) will release the admit cards for the B. Des DAT Mains Studio Test in the second week of April 2026. The admit cards will be issued to candidates who qualify DAT Prelims exam. The candidate has to download the admit card from the NID DAT 2026 admission portal - admissions.nid.edu. In the log-in window that opens, fill in your email id and date of birth. On the day of the NID DAT 2026 Mains exam, the candidate needs to bring along their admit card and a valid photo id proof. The DAT Mains admit card for the M.Des programme will be released in the last week of February 2026.

How can I download the NID Mains 2026 admit card?

Candidates can download NID DAT admit card 2026 from the website of National Institute of Design by providing their registered email ID and date of birth. Click on NID that admit card link You will be redirected to a login window Enter your registered email ID and date of birth On login, the admit card will be displayed on the screen Download the NID hall ticket and take a printout.

I do not have an Aadhaar card. Will I be allowed to appear for NID DAT 2026?

Aadhaar is one of the valid photo id proofs that candidates can produce as identity proof. But exam officials will also accept other government ids like Driving License, Passport, etc. The list of acceptable ids will be mentioned on the NID DAT 2026 admit card. The security personal at the NID DAT exam center will verify the documents before allowing the candidate entry inside the exam center. Any candidate who fails to produce the admit card and id proof will not be allowed to take the DAT Prelims exam. The National Institute of Design (NID) is conducting the DAT Prelims exam in a center-based mode across 17 cities in India.

When will the National Institute of Design conduct the NID DAT 2026 Mains exam?

The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the DAT Mains exam separately for the B. Des and M.Des programs. The M.Des DAT Mains will be held in the last week of March 2026. The National Institute of Design will release the detailed program-wise schedule for the Studio Test and Personal Interview on its admission portal. The DAT Mains exam for the B. Des program will be conducted from April to May 2026. The DAT Mains exam for the B. Des program comprises a Studio Test. Meanwhile, the DAT Mains for the M.Des programme comprises a Studio Test and Interview. The final results of NID DAT 2026 will be declared by considering the performance of the candidate in the DAT Prelims and DAT Mains.

What is the benefit of solving NID sample papers?

The multiple benefits of solving sample papers to prepare for the NID DAT entrance exam. A few of them are illustrated below. By solving sample papers, the candidate will be able to have a clear picture regarding the types of questions asked, difficulty level of the exam, topic-wise number of questions asked, etc. The sample papers are a great tool of develop problem-solving skills. The candidate therefore needs to solve various types of questions, and not stick to one particular type. Another skill that can be developed is time management skills. Sample papers will also help the candidate identify weak areas and work on them. It is recommended that the candidate makes it a point to solve sample papers after completing a topic.

Do I need the admit card even after NID DAT Prelims exam is over?

On the day of the NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) exam, the candidate needs to bring with them a printout of the NID DAT admit card and an original photo ID proof. Ensure that you get it duly signed by the invigilator and with the seal of the exam centre. This admit card will be useful for the following purposes: In case you want to apply for a recheck of the NID DAT result. Or, download the NID DAT Answer Sheet. Note that without the duly signed and sealed admit card, candidates will not be able to recheck or download their answer sheets.

When will NID DAT 2026 admit card (Mains) be released for B.Des?

The National Institute of Design (NID) will release the admit cards for the B. Des DAT Mains Studio Test in the second week of April 2026. The admit cards will be issued to candidates who qualify DAT Prelims exam. The candidate has to download the admit card from the NID DAT 2026 admission portal - admissions.nid.edu. In the log-in window that opens, fill in your email id and date of birth. On the day of the NID DAT 2026 Mains exam, the candidate needs to bring along their admit card and a valid photo id proof. The DAT Mains admit card for the M.Des programme will be released in the last week of February 2026.

At what time do I need to report for NID DAT 2026 exam?

The reporting time for the DAT Prelims exam will be mentioned on the NID DAT 2026 admit card. Arrive at the exam center on time according to the reporting time. Please note that latecomers will not be permitted inside the NID DAT 2026 exam center. The gates at the exam center will close half an hour before the exam. The expected timing of NID DAT 2026 is: Event B.Des (Expected) M.Des (Expected) NID DAT (2025) Prelims date First week of January 2026 First week of January 2026 Reporting Time 8 AM 8 AM Gate closing time 9.30 AM 9.30 AM Time of the exam 10 AM - 1 PM (Part I + Part II) 10 AM - 12.30 PM (Part I + Part II)

When will the NID DAT 2026 Prelims exam be conducted?

The candidate needs to report for the exam at 8 am. Gates closing time is 9.30 am. The B.Des exam will be held from 10 am - 1 pm; meanwhile, the M.Des exam will be held from 10 am - 12.30 am. The DAT Prelims for the B.Des programme will be conducted in a paper-and-pencil/pen mode. The question paper may incude both textual and visual questions. Other details like duration of the exam, marking scheme, etc. will be published in the DAT Prelims admit card. The DAT Prelims exam for the M.Des programme will be conducted offline and include a mix of objective and subjective questions. The paper will have a total of 100 questions.

Should I wait till the last few days or hours to download NID DAT 2026 admit card?

The candidate mustn’t under any circumstances wait for the dying hours to download the admit card for NID DAT 2026. It is because in the last few hours, there may a server crash or website slowdown issues due to heavy traffic. If that happens, you may face difficulty in downloading the admit card. Also, if there is any discrepancy in the admit card, you won’t have much time to get it fixed if you don’t download it soon after it is released.

Will I be penalized if I do not follow guidelines mentioned in NID DAT 2026 admit card?

Yes, you may be disqualified from the NID Admission Process if you do not follow the NID DAT guidelines during the exam. The guidelines include Candidate must not indulge in cheating Canddiates must not disturb other candidates Carry barred items Do not leave the exam hall until the exam is over

Can I download more than one copy of NID DAT admit card?

NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) admit card was released on December 11, 2025. The admit card will be released in a downloadable PDF format. This means you can download it as many times as you want. The only thing is to make sure that you download it early, as closer to the exam, you may face issues. For instance, if there is a server issue and you are unable to download the admit card, you won't be able to take the DAT Prelims exam. To download the admit card, log in to the admit card download portal using your email ID and date of birth.

Is there negative marking in NID DAT?

There is no negative marking in NID DAT 2026 exam. The candidate is recommended to go through the detailed exam pattern to get insights into the question paper structure, including types of questions asked, sections, etc. The DAT Prelims exam for the B. Des programme has two parts. Part I will include 22 objective-type questions, whereas Part II will include 4 subjective-type questions. Objective-type questions carry 1-2 marks, while subjective-type questions carry 15-20 marks. The total marks for the NID DAT Prelims will be 100 marks.

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National Institute of Design released the NID DAT 2026 Prelims Exam Admit Card for the B.Des and M.Des programmes on December 11, 2025, around 4 PM. Candidates can access their NID DAT 2026 admit cards and check the exam venue details once they are available. Candidates can download their admit card from the official NID Website. A registered email ID and date of Birth are required to access the B.Des and M.Des DAT admit card. The DAT Prelims admit card carries details like the name and address of the NID DAT 2026 exam center allotted, reporting time, exam date and timings, roll number, and NID DAT exam-day guidelines.

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On exam day, bring a valid photo ID proof with the admit card. You must get the admit card duly signed by the invigilator and with the seal of the test center. Also, follow the NID DAT 2026 dress code. The admit card, duly signed and with the seal of the exam center, is mandatory for submitting a re-check request for NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) results.

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How to download NID DAT Admit Card 2026?
NID Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
NID DAT 2026 Admit Card - Details Included
NID Admit Card 2026 - How to Fix Discrepancies
NID DAT Exam Day Instructions 2026
NID DAT Admit Card 2026 - Required for DAT Prelims & Mains Result Recheck
NID DAT Admit Card 2026 - Required to Download Answer Sheets
NID DAT (Prelims) Admit Card - Sample Test Centre Copy
NID DAT Admit Card 2026 - FAQs

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NID Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

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

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
21 Dec ' 25	NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) Date: B.Des & M.Des
Feb ' 26	NID DAT 2026 (Mains) - Issue of Admit Cards for M.Des TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26	NID DAT 2026 (Mains) - Issue of Admit Cards for B.Des TENTATIVE
May ' 26	B.Des DAT Mains Studio Test TENTATIVE

Dates	Past Exam Dates
11 Dec ' 25	NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) - Issue of Admit Cards
02 Dec ' 25 - 04 Dec ' 25	NID DAT 2026 Application Correction Window
11 Sep ' 25 - 01 Dec ' 25	NID DAT 2026 Registration Date