The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) is closing applications for UPESDAT 2025 Phase II today, April 30, for B.Des and M.Des admissions. Read more for exam dates and details on the admission process.
Today is the last date to apply for Phase II of the UPES Design Aptitude Test (UPESDAT) 2025 for admission into B.Des and M.Des programmes at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun. Candidates interested in pursuing design education at UPES must submit their applications by April 30, 2025.
The Phase II entrance exam is scheduled to be conducted from May 2, 2025 to May 4, 2025. This is a crucial opportunity for design aspirants to gain admission to one of India’s leading design institutes offering innovative and industry-aligned programs.
Important Dates: UPES DAT 2025
The important dates for UPES DAT 2025 (Phase II) are as follows:
| Exam (Phase II) | Last date of Application | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| UPES DAT BDes | April 30, 2025 | May 2, 2025 to May 04, 2025 |
| UPESDAT M.Des. | April 30, 2025 | May 2, 2025 to May 04, 2025 |
UPES DAT 2025 Highlights
Go through the highlights of the exam for more clarity:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPES Design Aptitude Test (UPES DAT) |
| Conducting Body | University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Exam Duration | 1 Hour |
| Exam Type | Objective (MCQs) |
Stay tuned for more updates.
NID application form 2025 opened on September 3, 2024. The application form is open online at the NID admission portal -admissions.nid.edu. Candidates who meet the program-specific eligibility criteria may apply before the last date.
The NID application form is for admission to the B. Des and M.Des courses offered by participating colleges.
The last date to apply for NID DAT 2025 is December 6, 2024 (extended from December 3). The candidate can also edit the submitted application from December 4-9, 2024.
The NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) exam will be conducted on January 5, 2025.
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