Candidates must have passed 10+2+NID Entrance Exam, DAT for admission to B.Des at NID Ahmedabad
Course Duration
4 YearsTotal Fees
18.25 Lakhs| Total Fees | ₹18.25 Lakhs |
NID Ahmedabad offers B.Des course for a duration of 4 years. The total fee is INR 17.9 LPA. It has 9 specialisations including Animation Film Design, Textile Design, Products Design, Graphic Design and many others.
NID Ahmedabad B.Des Admission is through NID DAT Prelims, followed by NID DAT Mains. Students should have cleared 10+2 in aunty discipline and have at least 45% aggregate marks to be eligible for B.Des admission.
The application process at NID Ahmedabad is completely online. The application fee varies depending on the category. Application fee for B.Des admission, through NID DAT is INR 3,000 for OBC-NCL category, INR 1,500 for SC / ST category and INR 5,000 for Overseas students. NID Ahmedabad B.Des total hostel fee is INR 90,000.
2.1 NID Ahmedabad B.Des Fees for Category I 2025
2.2 NID Ahmedabad B.Des Fees for Category II 2025
NID Ahmedabad offers B.Des at UG Level with 9 specialisations. The total fee is INR 17.9 Lakhs and remains the same for all specialisations.
| Particulars | Year I (INR) | Year II (INR) | Year III (INR) | Year IV (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 4.21 Lakhs | 4.21 Lakhs | 4.21 Lakhs | 4.21 Lakhs |
| Miscellaneous Fees | 1400 | 1400 | 1400 | 5000 |
| Hostel Fees | 30,000 | 30,000 | 30,000 | 15,000 |
| Total Fees | 4.52 Lakhs | 4.52 Lakhs | INR 4.52 Lakhs | INR 4.37 Lakhs |

NID Ahmedabad B.Des fee for International students varies depending on the category. The categories are as follows:
NID Ahmedabad B.Des fees for Category I students is USD 24,661. Here is the breakdown of fees:
| Particulars | Year I (USD) | Year II (USD) | Year III (USD) | Year IV (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 5820 | 5820 | 5820 | 5820 |
| Miscellaneous Fees | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Hostel Fees | 358 | 358 | 358 | 179 |
| Alumni Fee | NA | NA | NA | 60 |
| Total Fees | 6195 | 6195 | 6195 | 6016 |

NID Ahmedabad B.Des fees for Category II students is USD 52,661. Here is the breakdown of fees:
| Particulars | Year I (USD) | Year II (USD) | Year III (USD) | Year IV (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 12,820 | 12,820 | 12,820 | 12,820 |
| Miscellaneous Fees | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Hostel Fees | 358 | 358 | 358 | 179 |
| Alumni Fee | NA | NA | NA | 60 |
| Total Fees | 13,195 | 13,195 | 13,195 | 13,076 |

NID Ahmedabad B.Des Admission is through NID DAT Prelims, followed by NID DAT Mains. Here are the important dates for B.Des Admission:
| B.Des Admission 2025 Dates | |
|---|---|
| NID DAT Prelims Exam Date | Jan 5, 2025 |
| NID DAT Prelims Results Date | Apr 1, 2025 |
| NID DAT Mains Exam Date | Apr 26, 2025 - May 4, 2025 |
| NID DAT Mains Results Date | May 16, 2025 |
| NID DAT Counselling Date | May 27, 2025 - May 30, 2025 |
The NID Ahmedabad B.Des Cutoff 2025 has been released. The cutoff was 59.6 for General Category. Below is a table showing the B.Des Cutoff for different specialisations at NID Ahmedabad:
| Specialisation | Cutoff 2025 |
|---|---|
| Product Design | 59.6 |
| Textile Design | 59.6 |
| Furniture Design | 59.6 |
| Ceramic & Glass Design | 59.6 |
| Graphic Design | 59.6 |
| Film & Video Communication | 59.6 |
| Exhibition Design | 59.6 |
Here is a comparison between NID Ahmedabad, NIFT Delhi and ASFT Noida on a few important factors:
| Particulars | NID Ahmedabad | NIFT Delhi | ASFT Noida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | INR 17.9 Lakhs | INR 14.31 Lakhs | INR 6.72 Lakhs - INR 9.12 Lakhs |
| Hostel Fee (per year) | INR 30,000 | INR 99,000 | NA |
| Application Fee | OBC-NCL - INR 3000, SC / ST - INR 1500, Overseas - INR 5000 |
General / EWS / OBD - INR 3,000, SC / ST / PwD - INR 1,500 |
NA |
NID Ahmedabad has ranked 1 in the field of Design by IIRF in 2025. The table given below gives the list of NID Ahmedabad Rankings:
| Agency | Category | Ranking | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIRF | Design | 1 | 2025 |
| 2024 | |||
| 2023 |
In this video by Kaphal Studio Design Exams, there is a detailed information about B.Des at NID Ahmedabad.
Ques. Is there management quota available for B.Des at NID Ahmedabad?
Ans. There is no management quota available for B.Des at NID Ahmedabad. Admissions to B.Des course is solely based on the scores obtained in NID DAT exam, which is conducted in two stages - NID Prelims and NID Mains.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria and accepted exams for B.Des admission at NID Ahmedabad?
Ans. Here are the details about eligibility criteria and accepted exams at NID Ahmedabad for B.Des:
Ques. What is the application process for B.Des at NID Ahmedabad?
Ans. Here is the detailed steps on how to apply for B.Des at NID Ahmedabad:

Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600Total Fees
₹ 18,24,600| Highest Placement | ₹ 30.0 Lakhs |
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