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The National Institute of Design has notified the NID MDes mains exam dates. As per the NID mains schedule for M.Des, the studio test will be conducted on March 8, 2026, and the interviews will be conducted from March 21 to April 1, 2026. Candidates must appear in both parts of the NID MDes exam to be considered for final admission. In this article, let’s understand if candidates can reschedule the allotted NID MDes studio and interview dates in case of any inconvenience.
As per the revised selection criteria for NID MDes 2026, only the maks obtained in NID mains will be considered for final selection. Around 1500+ candidates are expected to appear for NID MDes mains 2026. The MDes programme is offered by 3 NID campuses at Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Gandhinagar, which together offer around 347 seats.
The authorities have issued detailed guidelines about whether candidates can reschedule their studio test date and interview date
As per the issued guidelines, the NID MDes studio test date cannot be changed. No request to reschedule the NID MDes studio test will be entertained. Candidates must appear for the NID MDes studio test on March 8, 2026.
The NID MDes interview will take place from March 21 to April 1, 2026. However, if the allotted interview date clashes with the candidate’s university examination date, then candidates can submit a rescheduling request by February 23, 2026, via email along with the supporting documents. The interview dates can be rescheduled only within the interview dates window from March 21 to April 1.
Particulars | Details |
Email id | admissions@nid.edu |
Last date to submit the request | February 23, 2026 |
A copy of the examination timetable, duly attested by the principal.
A letter from the principal confirming that the examination dates clash with the interview dates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The NID MDes 2026 interviews will be conducted from March 21 to April 1, 2026.
The NID MDes studio test will be conducted on March 8, 2026.
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