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NID DAT Prelims Sample Papers (B.Des & M.Des)

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Candidates appearing for the Design Aptitude Test (DAT) conducted by the National Institute of Design (NID) can download the prelims B.Des/ M.Des sample papers from here for better preparation.
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Hello,

Yes, if you are in Class 12, you are eligible to sit for the NID DAT 2026 (BDes) exam. The National Institute of Design allows students who are in their final year of Class 12 or have already passed to apply.

To know more access below mentioned link:

https://design.careers360.com/articles/nid-admission-2026

You can get the NIT DAT SYLLABUS, updated version from careers 360 in detail from careers 360 article. Follow the link given from The link of the syllabus article is given below from careers 360

https://design.careers360.com/articles/nid-dat-syllabus-2026

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

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

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

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

Hello aspirant,

There are several resources available for free online classes to prepare for NID DAT, UCEED, and NIFT:

YouTube Channels:

  • Design Career Hub: Provides comprehensive video tutorials, mock tests, and tips for NID DAT, UCEED, and NIFT.
  • Art & Design Academy: Offers free online classes and workshops for design

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If you forgot to write the question paper code and date on your NID DAT prelims OMR sheet, contact the exam authorities immediately. They may have procedures in place to handle such situations. According to me there should be no problem for you even if you have not filled

As a Class 12 PCM student preparing for UCEED and NID, here’s a brief plan:


1. Focus on Creativity: Practice drawing, design exercises, and enhance your artistic skills regularly.



2. Math and Logical Reasoning: Use your PCM background to tackle quantitative and reasoning sections.



3. Stay Updated: Keep up with

Stages of the Exam:

The PG NID entrance exam typically consists of two stages:

  • Prelims: This written test might include objective and subjective questions to assess your design aptitude, creativity, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of design principles.

  • Mains: Candidates who qualify in the prelims are called for the mains stage,
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