How to Prepare for Psychometric and Sensory Evaluation Section for NID Studio Test 2026

How to Prepare for Psychometric and Sensory Evaluation Section for NID Studio Test 2026

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NID DAT Application Date:11 Sep' 25 - 01 Dec' 25

Ritika JonwalUpdated on 03 Jun 2025, 01:37 PM IST

Congratulations to the candidates who got cleared with the first round of NID DAT Exam which is NID Prelims. Students now have to focus and prepare for the final stage NID Mains (Studio Test) as it is fast approaching. NID Exam 2026 is tentatively scheduled for January, 2026. To help in their preparation for NID Exam, students can go through this article to understand and get important tips on the section- Psychometric and Sensory Evaluation to answer questions with confidence and score high.

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  1. Psychometric and Sensory Evaluation Section for NID Mains
  2. Preparation Tips for Psychometric Evaluation for NID Studio Test
  3. Preparation Tips for Sensory Evaluation for NID Studio Test
  4. Recommended Books for NID Mains 2026 Preparation
How to Prepare for Psychometric and Sensory Evaluation Section for NID Studio Test 2026
How to Prepare for Psychometric and Sensory Evaluation Section for NID Studio Test

Psychometric and Sensory Evaluation Section for NID Mains

Psychometric Evaluation:

The NID Studio Test uses psychometric evaluation to assess students' behavior, preferences, attitude, and personality. This component assesses students' aptitude for innovation skills, empathy, and way of thinking in relation to design education and careers.

For e.g. Questions from the section consists of situational judgment questions, multiple-choice personality questions, or forced-choice formats.

Sensory Evaluation:

The Sensory Evaluation section for the NID Studio Test focuses on sensory perception for students including touch, smell, sight, sound, taste (usually not all five). This section may involve questions or problem statements where students are asked to:

  • Identify materials by touch or sight.
  • Identify or understand textures, measurements, or colors.
  • Arrange items based on sensory properties.

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Preparation Tips for Psychometric Evaluation for NID Studio Test

Students can go through these important tips curated to help them in their preparation for the Psychometric section for the NID Studio Test.

  1. Originality and Innovation:

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It is important for students to remember that they are needed to stay original and honest with their answers as NID is looking for genuine personality traits like creativity, empathy, decision-making, etc. Try to be as innovative in your solutions as possible.

  1. Reflection and Practice:

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Students are advised to work and reflect on their abilities for:

  • Teamwork style

  • Leadership qualities

  • Problem-solving mindset

  • Response to stress/conflict

These are some of the exercises that could be included by examiners in NID Studio Test.

Preparation Tips for Sensory Evaluation for NID Studio Test

Students can go through these important tips curated to help them in their preparation for the Sensory Evaluation section for the NID Studio Test.

  1. Observation:

Aspiring students are needed to develop and practice on their observational and memory drawing with attention to detail. This will help in understanding different materials and develop their senses further.

  1. Exploration:

Students should explore as many materials as possible (For example: paper, fabrics, metals, plastics etc.) to feel and observe differences and their unique characteristics. This will help them to distinguish between different materials during the exam.

  1. Use daily experiences:

Some of the basic exercises that students can include in their daily preparation include:

  • Feel different textures and understand their qualities.

  • Identify materials and differences in their weight and temperature.

  • Observe different patterns, light, color shades.

  • Try online tools or books on perceptual psychology or design thinking.

You may also check:

Recommended Books for NID Mains 2026 Preparation

  • “Perception and Imaging” by Richard D. Zakia

  • "Design of Everyday Things" by Don Norman

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Questions related to NID DAT

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Have a question related to NID DAT ?

Yes you are eligible to appear for NID DAT for the M.Des programme. Since you are in final make sure you will have completed your BA by the required deadline. Also go through the specific specializations you want to apply for, some may require certain specific backgrounds to be eligible to apply for them. You can find more details here design.careers360.com/articles/nid-dat-eligibility-criteria

Hello,

To prepare for M.des exams like CEED or NID DAT, here are some points which you can follow:

Understand the pattern – focus on creativity, design aptitude, and problem-solving.

Practice sketching daily and improve visualization.

Study basics of color, form, and design concepts.

Solve previous papers and build a strong portfolio.

Stay consistent and observe everyday designs for new ideas.

THANKU.

Hi daksh

As 563 rank in nid dat exam cannot guarantee admission in designing college but it could be a good chance to explore some campus as if you are not from general category as category role plays an important role . But now you can do one thing focus on your strengthening your protofile or preparing for the studio test (bdes) or interview (mdes).

Thanks.

No, IPU (Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University) does not accept NID DAT Prelims score for admission to the B.Des (Bachelor of Design) program.

Instead, IPU conducts its own entrance test or may consider CUET (UG) scores for B.Des admissions, depending on the latest admission guidelines. Always refer to the university's official prospectus for the year you're applying to for the final admission criteria.

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Hello,

Yes, it's possible to prepare for the NID DAT 2025 exam on your own, even with limited time, by following these steps:

  1. Understand the Syllabus : Focus on key areas like design principles, creativity, visualization, and observation skills.
  2. Solve Previous Papers : Practice with past NID DAT papers to understand question types and patterns.
  3. Time Management : Dedicate daily hours to sketching, problem-solving, and revision.
  4. Strengthen Drawing Skills : Practice daily to improve speed and accuracy.
  5. Use Online Resources : Utilize free tutorials, sample papers, and design blogs.
  6. Mock Tests : Take regular mock exams to assess progress and manage time efficiently.

Hope it helps !