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ADAT 2024 Exam: Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Fees, Registration Process, Result, Selection Process

Updated on 10th October, 2024 by Rajyalaxmi Venkatapuram

About ADAT 2024

ADAT 2024: The Ajeenkya D Y Patil University (ADYPU)  released the final merit list on April 25, 2024. The dates for portfolio evaluation were from April 22-23 and updating the portfolio was from April 18 to 20, 2024. The University closed the second stage of the registration process for the ADAT entrance exam for the 2024-25 session. The ADAT application form submission was closed on April 6, 2024.

The ADAT 2024 was conducted on April 13 and 14, 2024. The duration of the ADAT was 3 hours (10 am to 1 pm). The qualifier list of ADAT was declared on April 18, 2024. Students who cleared the ADAT had to update their portfolio from April 18 to April 20 2024, in both online and offline modes. The portfolio evaluation was conducted from April 22 to 23, 2024. Students who cleared the portfolio evaluation had to appear in the personal interview. The final merit list of the ADAT entrance test was declared on April 25, 2024.

The Ajeenkya D Y Patil University (ADYPU) concluded the initial phase of the ADAT application process on December 20, 2023. The ADAT 2024 examination, lasting three hours, took place on January 6, 2024. The list of qualifiers was announced on January 10, 2024. Students were allowed to update their portfolios until January 12, 2024. Portfolio evaluations began on January 16, 2024, and those who passed were invited for a personal interview. The final merit list for the ADAT entrance test was released on January 22, 2024.

ADAT 2024 Admission Process:

  • Check the Eligibility

  • Apply Online

  • Pay application fee

  • Complete the Admission Form

  • Submit Form

  • Appear for ADAT 

  • Check qualifiers list 

  • Update Portfolio 

  • Portfolio Evaluation

  • Personal Interview

  • Admission Offer

  • Acceptance of Admission Form

  • Check Final Merit List

What is ADAT?

ADAT is commonly known as ADYPU Design Aptitude Test. It is a two-stage design entrance test that consists of a prelims exam and a mains exam. The prelims exam held on January 6, 2024, in pen and paper mode in various cities across India. The duration of the prelims exam was 3 hours (10 am to 1 pm). The mains exam consisted of portfolio evaluation and personal interview, which commenced from January 16, 2024.

ADAT is conducted to assess candidates’ knowledge, skill, and behavioural abilities. ADYPU admission is based entirely on candidates’ performance in ADAT.

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ADAT 2024 Highlights

Full Exam Name
ADYPDC Design Aptitude Test
Short Exam Name
ADAT
Conducting Body
DYPDC School of Design
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
University Level Exam
Languages
English
Mode Of Application
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Application Fee
Online : 2000
Mode Of Exam
online +1 more
Mode Of Counselling
offline
Exam Duration
3 Hours

ADAT Important Dates

ADAT ADYPDC Design Aptitude Test (session 2024)

20 Dec' 2023 - 03 Jan' 2024 . Online
Application Date
Last date (phase1)
06 Jan' 2024 - 06 Jan' 2024 . Offline
Exam Date
Phase 1
06 Jan' 2024 - 06 Jan' 2024 . Online
Exam Date
Phase 1

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After the personal interview, the authority released the selection list for the 2024-25 session, wherein the names of qualified candidates were mentioned. This list is prepared at the end of every admission cycle. The admission offer letter is issued to qualified candidates on a specified date, after April 22 and 23, 2024. If a candidate is disqualified, they are informed about their weak points and given time to work on them.

Here’s the admission process for ADYPU 2024-25:

  • Check the Eligibility

  • Apply Online by April 6, 2024

  • Pay application fee

  • Complete the Admission Form

  • Submit Form

  • Appear for personal interview from  April 22 to April 23, 2024 onwards

  • Receive Admission Offer

  • Acceptance of Admission Form

  • Check the Final Merit List on April 25, 2024

The eligibility criteria of the ADYPU Design Aptitude Test 2024 specify the academic qualifications that candidates must fulfill to appear for the ADAT 2024.

Candidates must have passed their 12th class in any discipline (Science, Commerce, or Arts) or have a 3-year full-time diploma. This remains unchanged from the previous year.

Candidates must also meet the specific eligibility criteria for the programs they wish to apply for, as given in the table below. The programs are offered by the School of Design under ADYPU. Candidates must also appear for the ADAT entrance exam, which consists of a prelims exam, a campus studio test, and a personal interview.

Programs

Minimum eligibility of the candidate

B.Des. Product Design

1. Pass in 10+2 or 3 years Diploma by the Central / State Government or equivalent qualification from any Board  2. ADAT for Design School  

3. Campus Studio Test 

4. Personal Interview

B.Des. Automobile Design

B.Des. Graphic Design

M.Des. in Engineering Product Design

1. B.E. / B.Tech. or equivalent in any branch of engineering with a minimum of 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to the reserved category) 2. ADAT for Design School  3. Campus Studio Test 4. Personal Interview

M.Des. in Computer Interaction Design

1. B.E. / B.Tech. or equivalent in any branch of engineering, B.Des. in any branch of Design, B.Arch., Graduation in Social Science or Psychology with a minimum of 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to the reserved category)  2. ADAT for Design School  3. Campus Studio Test  4. Personal Interview

M.Des. Automobile Design

1. Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to the reserved category) 2. ADAT for Design School  3. Campus Studio Test  4. Personal Interview

M.Des in Design Driven Entrepreneurship

1. Graduate in any discipline 

2. Personal Interview

PGDP in Design Driven Entrepreneurship

The Phase 2 application form for the ADAT entrance test for the 2024-25 session was available online until April 6. The ADYPU Design Aptitude Test application fee is Rs. 2000, which is non-refundable. Payment can be made through a demand draft in favor of “Registrar, ADYPU”, payable at Pune.

The demand draft should be accompanied by an admission form and submitted online. Candidates seeking to appear for the entrance test can follow the steps below to fill out the ADAT 2024 application form:

  • Step 1 – Candidates have to click on the registration link. 

  • Step 2 – Fill in the personal details, such as candidate’s name, father’s or mother’s name, address, mobile number, date of birth, email, gender, nationality, and choice of course. 

  • Step 3 – Candidates have to fill in the academic record such as examination passed or appeared, name of the school or college, board, and year of passing or appearance. 

  • Step 4 – Upload your picture and payment receipt/scan copy of DD/cheque (maximum 96dpi in resolution), and mention the date and place. 

  • Step 5 – Tick on ‘I Accept’ and click on the ‘Submit’ button.

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ADYPDC Design Aptitude Test 2024

  • ADAT admit card
  • Original ID proof
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The exam primarily consists of multiple-choice questions that test various aspects of a candidate’s design aptitude. The total marks for the exam are expected to be 100, providing a thorough evaluation of the candidate’s abilities.

The duration of the ADAT exam was for 3 hours. Candidates have the flexibility to take the exam in either online or offline mode. This ensures that all candidates, regardless of their geographical location or access to resources, have an equal opportunity to appear for the exam.

It’s important for candidates to familiarise themselves with this exam pattern well in advance of the test date. This will help them understand what to expect on the day of the exam and plan their time management strategies accordingly.

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Ajeenkya D Y Patil University (ADYPU) issued the admit card for ADAT 2024 in online mode. Candidates could download their ADAT 2024 admit card by visiting the received link on their registered email id.

Here’s how to download the ADYPU DAT 2024 admit card:

  • Login to your registered email id.

  • Find the received link to the ADAT 2024-25 admit card.

  • Then, click the download admit card button.

  • It will automatically download in pdf format.

  • Take a printout of the ADAT 2024-25 hall ticket for your future use.

Ajeenkya D.Y. Patil University (ADYPU) declared the ADAT 2024 final result phase 2 on April 25, 2024, in online mode. Candidates could check their ADAT qualifier status by entering their first name. The result will be sent to the candidate’s registered mail ID. The ADAT exam result was announced in the form of a merit list.

Also, candidates could check their ADAT entrance exam results at adypu.edu.in. To check the result, students have to enter their valid application number and date of birth.

Here are the steps to check the ADAT 2024 result:

  • Visit the official website.

  • Find and click on "ADAT Result 2024-25”.

  • Next, enter your application number and date of birth.

  • The ADYPU Design Aptitude Test result will appear on the screen.

  • Take a printout of it for your future use.

The Ajeenkya D.Y. Patil University (ADYPU) conducted the personal interview for the 2024 session for phase 2 on April 22 and 23. The main objective of the interview is to assess the candidate’s passion and commitment to the chosen course. There is no specific preparation required for this interview; however, candidates might be asked to perform some small tasks. This process is designed to ensure that candidates are a good fit for their chosen course and can benefit from the unique learning environment at ADYPU.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the application fee of ADYPU DAT 2024?

Students have to pay Rs 2000 as ADAT 2024 application fee. 

2. What is the selection process for admission in ADYPU school of design?

Students will be offered admission based on their performance in the ADYPU DAT entrance test. Candidates who cleared the ADAT 2024 will be invited for personal interviews on campus based on their scores. After the personal interview, the authority releases the selection list wherein the names of qualified candidates are mentioned. 

3. How can I fill the ADYPU DAT 2024 application form?

The steps to fill out the ADAT 2024 application form are as follows.

  • Registration
  • Fill out the application form
  • Upload the documents 
  • Pay the application fee
  • Download the application form and take the printout of the same

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