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    List of Documents Required for NID Application Form 2027

    List of Documents Required for NID Application Form 2027

    Tekumalla AvinashramUpdated on 11 May 2026, 05:30 PM IST

    The National Institute of Design will release the list of documents required for NID 2027 registration in online mode. As per the previous year, the NID DAT 2027 registration list of documents includes academic records, a scanned photograph, a signature, and a category certificate. All the candidates will have to submit their caste certificates during the NID 2027 registration process. The required documents for the NID 2027 application form will be released separately for the BDes and MDes programmes. The institute will release the NID DAT 2027 application form closing dates, with the correction window dates on its official website. During the correction window, documents that were incorrectly uploaded can be replaced.

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    1. Documents required for the NID Application form 2027
    2. NID Documents Required for Caste Certificate
    3. NID Form Documents: Specification of the documents
    4. Caste Certificate Required Documents for NID Application Form 2027 for Reservation
    5. Documents Required for Third Gender
    6. NID DAT Application Form 2027 - What if I upload the Wrong documents?
    7. How to fill the NID DAT Application form 2027?
    List of Documents Required for NID Application Form 2027
    List of Documents Required for NID DAT 2027 Application Form

    Candidates who want to apply for the NID DAT entrance exam need to be ready with the documents required for filling out the NID 2027 application form. Candidates must upload the required documents for the NID application form 2027 in the prescribed format and size that will be released. The authorities will release the NID notification 2027 on its official website, which not only includes NID registration documents required but also the schedule and information regarding the NID exam 2026. Read the complete article by Careers360 to know the complete details about the list of documents required for the NID 2027 application form.

    Documents required for the NID Application form 2027

    Before proceeding with the NID 2027 registration, candidates must ensure that they have all the necessary documents for NID registration and their scanned copies ready to avoid any last-minute challenges. Check the list of NID registration documents required by the candidates at the time of filling the application form. Any document changes will be notified on the official website.

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    • A recent passport-sized photograph
    • Candidates signature
    • Essential details, including academic records and contact information
    • OBC-NCL certificate (if applicable)
    • ST certificate (if applicable)
    • SC certificate (if applicable)
    • Certificates for EWS and disability (if applicable, required for general, general-EWS, OBC-NCL, ST/SC-PwD applicants)
    • For international applicants, a copy of the first and last pages of the passport
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    NID Documents Required for Caste Certificate

    As the NID DAT 2027 official brochure has not yet been released, candidates can refer to the previous year's documents provided below. Important documents such as the caste certificate and other details will be mentioned in the official notification.

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    NID Form Documents: Specification of the documents

    The applicants need to submit the caste certificate required documents for NID with the necessary format and size as mentioned in the table below.

    NID Documents

    Size of documents for NID registration

    Format

    General, General - EWS, OBC - NCL, ST/SC - PwD Certificate

    Maximum 1MB

    PDF

    NID OBC NCL format certificate

    Maximum 1MB

    PDF

    ST/SC Certificate

    Maximum 1MB

    PDF

    Signature

    Between 50 KB and 200 KB

    JPG/JPEG

    Photograph

    Between 50 KB and 200 KB

    JPG/JPEG

    Image of the first and last page of the passport (Overseas candidates)

    Maximum 1MB

    PDF

    Caste Certificate Required Documents for NID Application Form 2027 for Reservation

    • GEN-EWS Category: Upload a valid EWS Certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026, based on FY 2025–26 income. It must be in the candidate’s name, include the candidate’s photo, and be uploaded in PDF format (max 1 MB; multiple pages allowed). Non-English/Hindi certificates must include a notarised English translation along with the original.

    • OBC-NCL Category: Upload a valid NID-format OBC-NCL Certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026, based on FY 2025–26 income, and in the candidate’s name. Upload in PDF format (max 1 MB; multiple pages allowed). Non-English/Hindi certificates require a notarised English translation plus the original.

    • SC/ST Category: Upload a valid Caste Certificate issued in the candidate’s name by a Competent Authority, clearly stating the caste. Upload in PDF format (max 1 MB; multiple pages allowed). Certificates not in English/Hindi must include a notarised English translation with the original.

    • PwD Category: Upload a valid Disability Certificate and/or UDID issued by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.

    • Overseas Category: Upload the first and last page of a valid passport in JPG/JPEG format, ensuring details are clearly visible. Passport must be current. Supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format (max 1 MB; multiple pages allowed).

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    Documents Required for Third Gender

    Check the following list of documents required for third gender candidates applying for NID DAT 2027:

    • Photo
    • Signature
    • Category certificate (if applying under a reserved category)
    • Third gender certificate/ identity card

    NID DAT Application Form 2027 - What if I upload the Wrong documents?

    NID authorities will release the application form correction window on the official website. Authorities will notify the application form correction dates on its official website after the closure of the registration window. The corrections can be made by logging in to the official web page using the allotted credentials and submitting them within the prescribed time.

    How to fill the NID DAT Application form 2027?

    Filling out the NID DAT 2027 application form involves several steps, which are listed below:

    • Registration: Visit the official website of NID and navigate to the application portal. Candidates must register themselves by providing basic details like their name, email address, mobile number, etc. Applicants will receive login credentials upon successful registration at the registered email address.
    • Login: Use the login credentials received to access the application form.
    • Fill Personal Details: Enter the personal information such as name, date of birth, gender, nationality, etc.
    • Educational Qualifications: Provide details about the educational background, including the name of the school/college, board/university, marks obtained, etc.
    • Upload NID Documents: Upload scanned copies of NID documents required, like a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, caste/category certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), and for international applicants, the first and last pages of the passport.
    • Select Exam Centres: Choose the preferred exam centres from the list provided by NID.
    • Review and Edit: Double-check all the information entered before final submission. Make corrections if necessary.
    • Payment of Application Fee: Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes. Keep the payment receipt for future reference.
    • Submit Application: After completing all the steps and ensuring everything is accurate, submit the application form.
    • Print Confirmation: Once submitted successfully, download and print the confirmation page for future records.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What documents do I need to upload for the NID application form 2027?
    A:

    Candidates need to upload a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, academic records, and relevant caste certificate required documents for NID such as OBC-NCL, ST, SC, EWS, and disability certificates (if applicable).

    Q: Do I need to upload original documents or photocopies?
    A:

    Candidates should upload scanned copies of the required documents in the specified formats. Original documents are typically required for verification during NID counselling or admission processes.

    Q: I am an international applicant. What additional documents do I need to provide?
    A:

    International/ overseas applicants need to upload copies of the first and last pages of their passport along with other required documents.

    Q: What happens if I fail to upload all the required documents correctly?
    A:

    Incomplete or incorrect document uploads may lead to the rejection of the NID application. It is crucial to carefully follow the instructions and ensure all required documents are uploaded accurately and completely.

    Q: What is the last date to apply for NID?
    A:

    The last date to apply for NID exam is yet to be announced.

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