NMIMS DAT 2026 Phase 2 Registration Begins, Apply Now @ndat.nmims.edu

NMIMS DAT 2026 Phase 2 Registration Begins, Apply Now @ndat.nmims.edu

Team Careers360Updated on 02 Mar 2026, 04:37 PM IST

Registration for NMIMS DAT 2026 phase 2 is now open, and the registration form is available on the official website, ndat.nmims.edu. Prior to registering, students can review the NMIMS DAT 2026 eligibility criteria. Registration for the NMIMS DAT 2026 closes on April 25, 2026. It is recommended that candidates register and turn in the necessary paperwork before the deadline. The NMIMS DAT 2026 exam pattern will be based on personal interview and a studio test, the institute will require them to bring a hard copy of their portfolio to the interview.

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  2. NMIMS DAT 2026 Phase 2 Important Dates:
  3. NMIMS DAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
  4. NMIMS DAT 2026 Exam Pattern:
NMIMS DAT 2026 Phase 2 Registration Begins, Apply Now @ndat.nmims.edu
NMIMS DAT 2026 Phase 2 Registration Begins

The NMIMS DAT 2026 results (Phase 2) will be released on their official website. Candidates who provided their login ID during the registration process can use it to view the merit list. The admissions handout document mentions the NMIMS DAT 2026 selection process, and candidates are encouraged to review it carefully before submitting for the test. Read the complete article by Careers360 to know about NMIMS DAT 2026 registrations, exam dates, results, selection procedure, and much more.

NMIMS DAT 2026 Phase 2 Highlights:

Particulars

Details

Full Exam Name

NMIMS Design Aptitude Test

Short Exam Name

NMIMS DAT

Conducting Body

NMIMS School of Design

Frequency Of Conduct

Twice a year

Exam Level

University Level Exam

Languages

English

Mode Of Application

Online

Mode Of Exam

Offline

NMIMS DAT 2026 Phase 2 Important Dates:

Candidates are advised to review important dates before submitting NMIMS DAT 2026 registration form. Check the NMIMS DAT 2026 phase 2 important dates below:

NMIMS DAT 2026 Important Dates:

Details

Dates

Register online

March 1, 2026

Last date of Online Registration

April 25, 2026

Call Letter for Studio Test & Personal Interview & submission of physical copy of Portfolio at the time of interview

April 27, 2026

Conduct of Studio Test & Personal Interview & submission of physical copy of Portfolio at the time of interview

May 5, 2026

Merit list declaration

May 15, 2026

Payment of admission fees & Document Upload

May 16, 2026 to May 22, 2026

Commencement of program

July 3, 2026

Closure of Admission

July 19, 2026

NMIMS DAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria:

The NMIMS DAT 2026 eligibility criteria is available on their official website. Candidates applying for NMIMS DAT 2026 should go through the eligibility criteria before applying. Here is the detailed information about NMIMS DAT 2026 eligibility criteria:

NMIMS DAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria: Important Points

  • Candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent exam in any field and received at least 50% marks from a recognized board in order to be eligible to apply for the NMIMS DAT.

  • Candidates for the International Baccalaureate Diploma (I.B. certificate/& D.P. awarded candidates) are only eligible if they have passed three H.L. & three S.L. requirements and passed the I.B. exam with a total of 24 credits (compulsory).

  • Age Limit: Candidates who are older than 25 are not permitted to apply for NMIMS DAT 2026.

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NMIMS DAT 2026 Exam Pattern:

The NMIMS DAT 2026 exam pattern should be followed by those who have applied. Complete information regarding exam dates, length, and other elements is available in the NMIMS DAT 2026 exam pattern.

Particulars

Details

Studio Test - Part A

20 MCQ Questions to examine

- Visual & Spatial ability

- Environmental & Social Awareness

- Logical reasoning

- Observation & Memory

Studio Test - Part B

Design Challenge -2 questions

- Problem Solving & Sketching of the Concept

Requirement: Please carry the below

items for the Studio Test

- Cartridge paper A3 size.

- Pencil HB/2B, 4B/6B, erasers, sharpener, pencil colours, Sketch pens, etc.

Portfolio Submission

Show your talent visa; Sketching/Drawing/ Photography

Minimum of 5 pages.

- Pages 1, 2, and 3 will be as per your choice, whereas Pages 4 and 5 should include Product Sketching and Rapid Sketching

- For Product & Rapid sketching, kindly refer to the page below on Instructions for creating Portfolio.

Personal Interview

The candidate should bring any extracurricular activities, artistic endeavours, interests, and, if available, certificates of achievement. The same will be examined, and points will be given accordingly.

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