The National Institute of Design (NID) will close the application process for the NID Design Aptitude Test (DAT) 2025 on December 3, 2024, at 4 p.m. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria must submit their applications before the deadline, as it is unlikely to be extended.
Key Dates for NID DAT 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of NID DAT 2025 application | September 3, 2024 |
| Last date to apply | December 3, 2024 (4 p.m.) |
| Application edit window | December 4, 2024 (4 p.m.) to December 9, 2024 (4 p.m.) |
| Issue of admit cards | December 24, 2024 (4 p.m.) |
| NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) | January 5, 2025 |
| Self-Reporting to Colleges | December 3–5, 2024 |
Application Correction Facility
Applicants will be able to edit certain details in their submitted application forms during the correction window from December 4, 2024, at 4 p.m., to December 9, 2024, at 4 p.m.
Application Fee Details
For B.Des Program
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL | INR 3,000 |
| SC, ST, PwD | INR 1,500 |
| Overseas (Supernumerary) | INR 5,000 |
For M.Des Program
| Category | Fee (1 Discipline) | Fee (2 Disciplines) |
| General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL | INR 3,000 | INR 6,000 |
| SC, ST, PwD | INR 1,500 | INR 3,000 |
| Overseas (Supernumerary) | INR 5,000 | INR 10,000 |
NID DAT 2025 Exam Details
- Exam Name: Design Aptitude Test (DAT) 2025
- Prelims Exam Date: January 5, 2025
- Admit Card Release: December 24, 2024
How to Apply
- Register: Select the program, enter your name, email, and other details.
- Fill the Form: Log in to the account, complete personal and academic details, and choose the exam center.
- Upload Documents: Submit your photo, signature, and required documents as per specifications.
- Pay Fee: Complete the process by paying the application fee.
Also Read: All you need to know about NID DAT 2025
