KS DAT Eligibility Criteria 2025; Age Limit, Educational Qualification, Required Marks

KS DAT Eligibility Criteria 2025; Age Limit, Educational Qualification, Required Marks

Edited By Rajyalaxmi Venkatapuram | Updated on Jun 12, 2025 02:48 PM IST | #B.Des

The Director of Technical Education (DTE), Thiruvananthapuram released the Kerala Design Aptitude Test 2025 eligibility. The official website is lbsapplications.kerala.gov.in/ksdat2025 where the KS DAT eligibility criteria 2025 is available. Interested applicants can check the KS DAT 2025 qualification requirements before proceeding to fill the KS DAT application form. The eligibility for KS DAT exam 2025 includes the age limit, educational qualification and the percentage of marks, etc. Read the full article that describes the KS DAT 2025 eligibility.

KS DAT Eligibility Criteria 2025; Age Limit, Educational Qualification, Required Marks
KS DAT Eligibility Criteria 2025; Age Limit, Educational Qualification, Required Marks

KS DAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The Bachelor of Design is offered for 4 years duration. Aspirants keen to obtain BDes admission want to know that “who can apply for KS DAT 2025?”. According to the official brochure, the age limit to apply for KS DAT 2025 is not prescribed. However, aspirants can check their eligibility for KS DAT exam 2025 which is as follows.

Educational qualification for KS DAT 2025:

  • Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) from the board of HSE Kerala or equivalent examination approved by KTU with minimum marks as prescribed by AICTE.

  • Minimum marks required for KS DAT 2025 are at least 45% in the qualifying examination required and for the reservation category it is 40%. Or must have passed D.Voc stream from the same or allotted sector.

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Nativity:

  • Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for KS DAT BDes admission.

  • The overseas citizen of India cardholder (including PIO cardholder) is eligible for admission as per NRI seat availability or the supernumerary seat.

  • Candidates will be categorized as Keralite, Non-Keralite Category-I (NK-I) and Non-Keralite Category-II (NK-II).

Keralite: A candidate of Kerala origin is called as “Keralite”. Children of AIS (All India Service) officers who are Non-Keralites and are assigned to Kerala cadre are considered to be a ‘Keralite”. And these candidates will not be eligible for Communal/Special/Persons with Disabilities reservation or any fee concession.

Non-Keralite Category-I (NK-I): A candidate who is not of Kerala origin but fulfills any one of the following criteria, will be considered as Non-Keralite Category-I (NK-I).

  • A candidate who has completed their qualifying course in Kerala and who is the son/daughter of Non-Keralite parents belonging to Government of India/Defence Service, posted to Kerala.

  • A candidate who has completed their qualifying course in Kerala and who is the son/daughter of Non-Keralite parents who are serving or served Government of Kerala for a minimum of 2 years.

  • A candidate who is not of Kerala origin but has been a resident of Kerala for 5 years within the period of 12 years of his/her study.

  • A candidate who is not of Kerala but has completed their studies in Kerala from 8th to 12th class.

  • Non-Keralite candidates of category-I will be considered against the “State Merit” seats, but will not be eligible for Communal/Special/Persons with Disabilities reservation or any fee concession.

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Non-Keralite Category-II (NK-II): Candidates considered under NK-II category are mentioned below.

  • Candidates who are not considered under “Keralite” or “Non-Keralite Category-I” come under Non-Keralite Category-II (NK-II).

  • These candidates are eligible for BDes admission into the Government and the Management quota seats in Government controlled self-financing colleges.

  • The Non-Keralite Category-II (NK-II) candidates will be considered for admission to the Government seats of BDes programme in Government cost-sharing colleges only when the Keralite and Non-Keralite category-I (NK_I) candidates are not available for admission.

  • The Non-Keralite Category-II (NK-II) candidates are eligible for admission to both the Government and Management quota seats in private self-financing colleges.

  • The Non-Keralite category-II (NK II) candidates will not be eligible for Communal/Special/Persons with Disabilities reservation or any fee concession.

Also read:

KS DAT Application Form 2025

Director of Technical Education, Thiruvananthapuram has commenced the KS DAT 2025 registration process in online mode. Candidates can fill out the KS DAT application form at lbsapplications.kerala.gov.in. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria of KS DAT 2025 are only eligible to fill out the online application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the basic eligibility criteria for KS DAT 2025?

Candidates must have passed their 10+2 from HSE Kerala board or equivalent.

2. Is there any age limit for KS DAT 2025?

There is no specific age limit for KS DAT 2025 as per the official brochure.

3. Into how many categories are the candidates classified?

Candidates are classified into 3 categories, namely, Keralites, Non-Keralites Category-I and Non-Keralites Category-II.

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Currently, NSUT does not offer a B.Des. program. However, other institutes like IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, and IIITDM Jabalpur offer B.Des. through UCEED.

Expected UCEED Cutoffs (General Category):

IIT Bombay: Around Rank 14

IIT Delhi: Around Rank 35

IIITDM Jabalpur: Around Rank 165

To pursue B.Tech or B.Des through JEECUP 2025, you need to prepare according to the specific group’s syllabus relevant to your chosen course.

Syllabus for B.Tech via JEECUP (Group A & K)

  • Group A (Diploma in Engineering & Technology)

    • Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

    • Level: Based on Class 10 syllabus (UP Board or equivalent)

    • Key Topics:

      • Mathematics: Real numbers, polynomials, linear equations, quadratic equations, arithmetic progressions, triangles, circles, statistics, etc.

      • Physics: Motion, heat, electricity, magnetism, solar system, etc.

      • Chemistry: Classification of matter, fuels, chemical reactions, acids, bases, salts, etc. (https://www.pw.live/state-prep/exams/jeecup-syllabus) (https://www.careerpower.in/jeecup-syllabus.html) (https://www.collegebatch.com/exams/jeecup-syllabus) (https://collegedunia.com/exams/jeecup) (https://www.pasteurinstituteindia.com/up-polytechnic-jeecup-syllabus/)

  • Group K (Lateral Entry to 2nd Year of Engineering Diploma)

    • Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Engineering subjects

    • Level: Based on Class 10 & 12 syllabus. (https://collegedunia.com/exams/jeecup)

Syllabus for B.Des via JEECUP (Likely Group C or Related Group)

  • Group C (Fashion Designing, Garment Technology, Home Science, Textile Design)

    • Subjects: English & Hindi Comprehension, Reasoning & Intelligence, General Awareness

    • Level: Based on Class 10 syllabus

    • Key Topics:

      • Comprehension (English and Hindi)

      • Logical reasoning and intelligence

      • General awareness (current events, basic knowledge) (https://www.collegebatch.com/exams/jeecup-syllabus) (https://collegedunia.com/exams/jeecup) (https://www.pasteurinstituteindia.com/up-polytechnic-jeecup-syllabus/)

Note: If B.Des is offered, it will likely fall under Group C or a similar group. Always confirm the exact group and syllabus from the official JEECUP brochure for your target year and course.

General Preparation Tips

  • The JEECUP syllabus is based on UP Board Class 10 and 12 curricula for most engineering and design-related courses (https://www.pw.live/state-prep/exams/jeecup-syllabus) (https://collegedunia.com/exams/jeecup) .

  • Download the official syllabus PDF from the JEECUP website for detailed topics.

  • Focus on the core subjects relevant to your chosen group.

  • Practice previous years’ question papers for better understanding of the pattern and difficulty level. (https://collegedunia.com/exams/jeecup)

Summary Table

Course Group Subjects to Study Syllabus Level
B.Tech A/K Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (+Engineering for K) Class 10/12
B.Des C English & Hindi Comprehension, Reasoning, Awareness Class 10

Check the official JEECUP 2025 brochure for the most accurate and updated syllabus for your specific course and group before starting your preparation.

You can visit above links for further details.

(https://www.pw.live/state-prep/exams/jeecup-syllabus) (https://www.collegebatch.com/exams/jeecup-syllabus) (https://collegedunia.com/exams/jeecup)

Hello Saumya,

As of now, Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) has not officially released the specific opening and closing UCEED ranks for B.Des admissions for candidates from outside the Delhi region. The available information primarily focuses on the selection process and seat allocation.

Selection Priorities for B.Des at NSUT:

  1. First Priority: Candidates who have cleared the UCEED exam conducted by IIT Bombay.

  2. Second Priority: Candidates with a rank in a national-level design entrance examination (or allied fields) for a four-year course at any centrally funded institute/university.

  3. Third Priority: Candidates with a rank in a state-level design entrance examination (or allied fields) for a four-year course at any state government-funded institute/university.

For Outside Delhi Region Candidates , 15% of the seats are allocated.

Given the limited availability of seats and the prioritization criteria, securing admission as an outside Delhi candidate is competitive. It's advisable to aim for a high UCEED rank to enhance your chances.

Recommendations:

  • Regularly Check Official Sources: Keep an eye on NSUT's official website and the UCEED portal for any updates on cutoff ranks and admission criteria.

  • Prepare Thoroughly for UCEED: Achieving a high score will significantly improve your prospects, especially given the competitive nature of the program.

  • Consider Backup Options: Explore other reputable design institutes that accept UCEED scores to broaden your opportunities.


I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to ask. We will be happy to assist you.

Thank You and wishing you a bright future ahead.


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.

NIT DAT (https://www.shiksha.com/design/articles/nid-admissions-2025-colleges-accepting-nid-entrance-exam-scores-for-bdes-mdes-courses-blogId-13097)

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