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    DPU AIDAT Exam 2027: Registration Date, Exam Date , Pattern, Eligibility, Syllabus

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    Tekumalla AvinashramUpdated on Sep 03, 2026 05:29 PM

    About DPU AIDAT 2027

    Dr. D.Y.Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, will release the DPU AIDAT 2027 exam notification on its official website - schoolofdesign.dpu.edu.in. The DPU AIDAT 2027 exam notification will give detailed information about the application form release date, admit card, exam date, selection process, and other important details. Interested candidates should go through the DPU AIDAT 2027 eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. The DPU AIDAT 2027 application form will be released on the same portal. Upon submitting the application form, candidates will be able to download the DPU AIDAT 2027 admit card for the same. The DPU AIDAT 2027 exam will be conducted in two phases: an entrance exam, and the second phase will focus on a studio test and a personal interview round. Only qualified candidates in the first phase will be eligible for the second stage of the admission process. Through the DPU AIDAT exam, candidates will be able to secure admission into BDes and MDes programmes. Candidates are advised to go through the DPU AIDAT exam pattern and syllabus before appearing for the exam.  

    Authorities will release the DPU AIDAT 2027 merit list for BDes and MDes on the prescribed dates on its official website - schoolofdesign.dpu.edu.in. Shortlisted candidates should complete the admission formalities and appear for the second phase of the examination. All the shortlisted candidates will be called for the studio test and a personal interview round on the prescribed dates. Authorities will conduct the studio test and personal interview round in two separate sessions for BDes and MDes programmes.  

    The new name of the exam is Dr D. Y. Patil All India Design Aptitude Test (DPU AIDAT). The earlier name of the exam was ADAT (ADYPU DAT). Dr. D.Y.Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) offers a Design course with various specialisations. Candidates will be able to check their results at the official website - schoolofdesign.dpu.edu.in.

    About DPU AIDAT 

    DPU All India Design Aptitude Test is an online proctored-based test and is conducted by Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth for providing design admission into its School of Design. The design programmes offered by Dr. D.Y.Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, are of 4 years' duration. The DPU AIDAT will be conducted as an online proctored test. 

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    DPU AIDAT 2027 Highlights

    Full Exam Name
    Dr. D. Y. Patil All India Design Aptitude Test
    Short Exam Name
    DPU AIDAT
    Conducting Body
    Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune
    Frequency Of Conduct
    Once a year
    Exam Level
    University Level Exam
    Languages
    English
    Application Fee
    Online : 1500
    Participating Colleges
    1
    Exam Duration
    1 Hour 30 Minutes

    The DPU AIDAT 2027 selection process includes an entrance exam, studio test, and personal interview round. All the shortlisted candidates from the entrance exam will be eligible to appear for the studio test and personal interview round on the prescribed dates.  DPU authorities will conduct the studio test and personal interview round separately for BDes and MDes. The evaluation process was conducted based on candidates' creative skills, design knowledge, and sketch assignment. On the same day, candidates will have to appear for a personal interview along with their portfolio and relevant creative work.

    Candidates are advised to carry their portfolio and academic qualification certificates that will be verified by the committee during the selection process. The list of documents to be carried is as follows:

    • Class 10 marksheet
    • Class 12 marksheet
    • DPU AIDAT admit card
    • DPU AIDAT result copy
    • Candidate’s portfolio
    • Candidates’ valid photo ID proof in original
    • Category certificate (if applicable)
    • Disability certificate (if applicable)

    Aspirants willing to take admission to the design programmes need to check the DPU AIDAT 2027 eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. Candidates can check the DPU AIDAT 2027 eligibility criteria, which are as follows:

    • Candidates must have passed 10 + 2 from any discipline and from a recognized university or board with a minimum of 50%.

    • Candidates appearing for 10+2 may also apply.

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    Dr. D.Y.Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, will open the DPU AIDAT 2027 application form portal soon on its official website. Candidates should complete the registration process and login on the same portal for filling out the DPU AIDAT application form. The DPU AIDAT 2027 application form should be submitted before the prescribed deadline.   

    The process to fill out the DPU AIDAT application form is as follows:

    • Visit the official website - schoolofdesign.dpu.edu.in.
    • Click on register and fill in the mandatory fields.
    • Candidates are to verify their Email ID.
    • Complete the DPU AIDAT application form
    • Upload all required documents.
    • Pay Application Fee
    • Submit and take a printout of the completed application form for future use.

    DPU AIDAT Application Fee Mode

    Candidates during the application process need to make a payment of the application fee of Rs. 1500/-. The application fee can be paid through  Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI / NEFT / RTGS / IMPS. 

    Note: Application fee is Non-Refundable.

    The authorities at DPU will release the DPU AIDAT 2027 exam pattern through the official brochure. Candidates can check the table below to know about the DPU AIDAT exam pattern that includes the duration of the exam and the type of questions asked. Exam mode and the marking scheme. Each question carries one mark, and there are no negative marks for a wrong answer. The exam pattern given below is based on the previous year's trends:  

    DPU AIDAT Exam Pattern 

    PART-A

    Exam Particulars

    Details 

    Mode of exam

    Online Proctored Test

    Duration of exam

    1.5 hours (90 minutes)

    Total marks

    100

    PART-B 

    Exam Particulars

    Details 

    Exam name

    Studio Test

    DescriptionPortfolio Submission and Personal Interview

    Duration

    One-day process at the campus

    Total marks

    100

    DPU AIDAT: Number of questions 

    Sections 

    Details 

    No. of questions

    A 

    Visualisation, Observation, and Perception

    35

    B

    Creativity, Analytical, and Logical Reasoning

    35

    C

    Design Thinking and Problem Solving

    30

    DPU AIDAT 2027 Syllabus

    DPU AIDAT Dr. D. Y. Patil All India Design Aptitude Test Syllabus

    Dr D. Y. Patil University will release the DPU AIDAT 2027 admit card on its official website. Candidates had to log in using their login credentials and download the DPU AIDAT 2027 admit card. The DPU AIDAT admit card release date will be made available on the website -  dpu.edu.in by the authorities as per the schedule. Students must take a coloured and clear print of the admit card for verification during online DPU AIDAT.

    Steps to download the DPU AIDAT 2027 admit card.

    • Visit the web portal -  dpu.edu.in.
    • Log in using the username and password.
    • Click on the link ‘DPU AIDAT admit card’
    • Check all details and click on the download button
    • Once downloaded, take a colour and clear print of the DPU AIDAT admit card for online verification and further processing.

    Documents required for the DPU AIDAT 2027 exam

    Dr D. Y. Patil All India Design Aptitude Test (DPU AIDAT) 2027

    • DPU AIDAT admit card
    • Original ID proofs such as Aadhaar Card/Driving Licence

    Important Instructions for DPU AIDAT 

    The applicants who are appearing for the DPU AIDAT 2027 online proctored exam must be aware of certain rules to avoid the cancellation of admission. Provided below are the important instructions to be followed for the DPU AIDAT exam 2027.

    • DPU All India Design Aptitude Test will be conducted as an Online Proctored Test. 
    • Candidates must be seated at least 15 minutes before the DPU AIDAT is scheduled.
    • Candidates must ensure that the system is on, duly charged, high bandwidth internet connection, and that the camera is in working condition throughout the DPU AIDAT Test hours.
    • The total duration of the All India Design Aptitude Test will be 90 minutes.
    • Candidates must ensure all the necessary material is readily available. 
    • Candidates must not speak or call for assistance during the Test.
    • Candidates must keep their admit card, Aadhaar Card / Driving Licence as ID proof, if asked for verification at any time during the test.
    • Candidates should be seated in an isolated room without any disturbance during the test. Once the candidates are given access, they will not be allowed to leave their seats until the test is over and submitted.
    • Avoid using calculators and digital watches during the test, as they are strictly not allowed.
    • If any candidate is found using them, they will be disqualified without any further warning. 
    • Use of the Geometry box or Scale are also strictly not allowed during the test assignment.
    • For any query related to technical errors, downloading admit cards, forgetting username or password, etc., candidates should connect with the DPU counsellor immediately (the details of the counsellor will be made available in the official brochure).


    Authorities will declare the DPU AIDAT 2027 merit list on their official website. The DPU AIDAT results will be made available online at the official website and will also be sent to the candidate’s registered email ID. The DPU AIDAT 2027 exam results date will be notified on their official website. The students need to log in using their login credentials to check and download the DPU AIDAT 2026 results.

    Process to view and download the DPU AIDAT results 2027

    • Visit the web portal -  dpu.edu.in.
    • Log in using the login credentials, such as the username and password
    • Click on the link ‘DPU AIDAT results.’
    • The DPU AIDAT results will be displayed on the screen
    • Click on the download button
    • Take a printout of the downloaded DPU AIDAT 2027 results for further processing

    General Information

    Relevant Links:

    Official Website Link Click Here

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the DPU AIDAT 2027 application form last date?
    A:

    The DPU AIDAT 2027 application form submission dates and last date will be announced soon.

    Q: When will the DPU AIDAT exam 2027 be conducted?
    A:

    The DPU AIDAT exam will be tentatively conducted in April 2027.

    Q: When will the DPU AIDAT 2027 application form be released?
    A:

    The DPU AIDAT 2026 application form will be released tentatively in September 2026.

    Q: What is the mode of DPU AIDAT 2027 exam?
    A:

    The DPU AIDAT 2027 will be conducted in online proctored mode, which means the candidates have to appear for the online test at their location/home through their laptop/desktop with a webcam enabled.

    Q: What is the eligibility criteria for DPU AIDAT 2027?
    A:

    Candidates must have passed 10+2 from any discipline and from a recognized board with minimum of 50%. The students appearing for 10+2 exams are also eligible to apply.


    Q: What is the selection criteria of DPU AIDAT 2027?
    A:
    • Scores obtained in DPU All India Design Aptitude Test (DPU AIDAT)
    • Studio Test and Personal Interview Performance on campus along with portfolio review. (Candidates are advised to carry their portfolios along).
    • Past academic records verification (10 + 2 marks)
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