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    ISDI Challenge Exam 2026: Cycle 3 Registration Open, Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation

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    Sumeet SudarshanUpdated on Feb 27, 2026 04:35 PM

    About ISDI Challenge DAT 2026

    The ISDI School of Design and Innovation Mumbai has opened the ISDI challenge DAT 2026 application form for cycle 3. Candidates can apply online from the official website till April 10, 2026. The application process of ISDI Challenge 2026 includes submitting a portfolio/design project and appearing for ISDI DAT 2026. The ISDI challenge interview will be conducted from March 12 to April 20, 2026 for cycle 3. Candidates will get the ISDI result 2026 on their email ID. The shortlisted candidates have to confirm their seats and pay the admission fee within the prescribed deadline. 

    Before proceeding to fill out the application form, interested applicants must verify the ISDI Challenge eligibility criteria for 2026. The institute conducts the ISDI 2026 admissions in multiple cycles. The institute offers various design specialisations, including communication design, fashion design, fashion communication, interior design, and product design.

    About ISDI Challenge DAT

    Indian School of Design and Innovation conducts the ISDI DAT entrance test in multiple cycles. The candidates who miss out on the first cycle may apply in the next cycle. ISDI conducts the design aptitude test (DAT) in 3 cycles. The ISDI DAT entrance exam is conducted online, and the medium is English. 

    The ISDI DAT syllabus tests the candidates on their logical reasoning, general awareness, analytical thinking and storytelling. Candidates must also submit their portfolio or a design project and appear for an interview.

    The ISDI challenge process is used to evaluate the candidate’s skills and passion. This is the selection process conducted by the ISDI authorities to offer the design admission to the eligible candidates. ISDI offers undergraduate programmes in design for aspiring candidates through the ISDI DAT exam.

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    ISDI Challenge DAT 2026 Highlights

    Full Exam Name
    ISDI Challenge Design Aptitude Test
    Short Exam Name
    ISDI Challenge DAT
    Conducting Body
    Indian School of Design and Innovation
    Frequency Of Conduct
    Thrice a year
    Exam Level
    National Level Exam
    Languages
    English
    Mode Of Application
    online
    Mode Of Exam
    online
    Exam Duration
    1 Hour

    ISDI Challenge DAT Important Dates

    ISDI Challenge DAT ISDI Challenge Design Aptitude Test (session 2026)

    The authorities released the ISDI challenge application form 2026 on September 11, 2025. The cycle 3 ISDI challenge application form is currently open till April 10, 2026.  Candidates need to pay the ISDI application fee as Rs. 3500 while filling up the application form.

    Steps to fill the ISDI application form 2026 are as follows.

    • Visit the official website - isdi.in
    • Click on register and update the details.
    • Verify email address for further communication.
    • The candidate is provided with a User ID & Password.
    • Login using the login credentials.
    • Fill in the required details in the ISDI application form.
    • Upload the scanned photo and certificates.
    • Pay the application fee online.
    • Submit the ISDI challenge 2026 application form.

    Documents required to upload during ISDI Challenge application form.

    • Mark sheet of 10th and 12th class
    • Relevant Certificates
    • Candidate's photograph
    • Candidate’s signature
    • Category certificate 
    • Valid identity proof

    The aspirants who want to apply for the ISDI DAT 2026 must meet the eligibility criteria. The ISDI challenge eligibility 2026 is as follows.

    • The upper age limit of the candidate must be of 21 years at the time of application.
    • Candidates who are currently in their 12th grade are eligible to apply.
    • Candidates who will be appearing for a 10 + 2 examination from any of these boards, e.g. IGCSE- A levels, CBSE, HSC, IBDP, ISC, or its educational equivalent in any discipline such as Science, Commerce, Arts with an interest in Design & Innovation are also eligible to apply.
    Background wave

    The ISDI challenge 2026 exam pattern is published on the official website. Candidates can refer to the ISDI challenge exam pattern 2026 to know about the marking scheme, type of questions asked and the duration of the exam.

    Exam particulars

    Details 

    Type of question

    MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions)

    Total number of questions

    40 + 1

    Duration of the exam

    1 hour (60 minutes)

    Total marks 

    100

    Mode of exam

    Online 

    Medium of exam

    English 


    Section 

    Number of Questions 

    Marks allotted

    General awareness

    15

    30

    Logical reasoning

    15

    30

    Analytical reasoning

    10

    20

    Story telling

    1

    20

    Note: The candidates have to attempt all questions. There is no negative marking. This section must be completed uninterrupted, within the stipulated time, to proceed to the next section.

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    ISDI Challenge DAT 2026 Syllabus

    ISDI Challenge DAT ISDI Challenge Design Aptitude Test Syllabus

    To ensure clearance in the ISDI DAT entrance exam, the candidates have to go through some of the preparation tips. They are as follows.

    • Refer to the latest exam pattern.
    • Check for the official syllabus.
    • Note Down the topic headings to prepare.
    • Compare with the previous exam pattern to know the questions and total marks.
    • Ensure to attempt all questions in the specified time.
    • Figure out the best books to refer to.
    • Make a plan to start preparing for the UPES DAT entrance exam.
    • Solve the previous sample papers.
    • Take a mock test if you find any and check your score.

    The ISDI School of Design and Innovation will declare the ISDI challenge result for cycle 3 on April 30, 2026 Shorlisted candidates have to confirm their seat by May 20, 2026. The ISDI 2026 exam results will be sent via email to the registered candidates.

    Candidates have to mention the dates applicable by mentioning their application number. Result announcement will be for applicants who have completed all 3 steps of the ISDI Challenge - design project/portfolio submission, DAT and interview.

    Follow the instructions below to download the ISDI DAT results 2026.

    • Open and login to the registered email Id.
    • Login using the login credentials.
    • Click on the email received as 'ISDI Results 2026'
    • The ISDI results 2026 will be displayed on the screen.
    • Take a printout of the results for the further admission process.

    General Information

    Contact Number:

    07718865341 , 07304464514

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the ISDI challenge 2026 application start date?
    A:

    The ISDI application form 2026 was released on September 11, 2025.

    Q: What are the components of the ISDI challenge 2026?
    A:

    As part of the ISDI challenge 2026, candidates have to either submit a portfolio or submit a design project, appear for a Design Aptitude Test, and an interview round.

    Q: What are the design specialisations offerd by ISDI?
    A:

    The design specialisations offered by ISDI include communication design, fashion design, fashion communication & styling, interior design, product design, strategic design and management, and Animation & VFX.

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