⭐ Why Choose NID?
National Institute of Design (NID) is generally considered the best design institute in India that offers a quality standard and innovative course curriculum. It also provides a highly recognized undergraduate 4-year Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) program with world-class specializations and the ability to think and act creatively, experiment, and lead social change through design.
NID Bachelor of Design (B.Des)- NID Ahmedabad (Main Campus)
- NID Andhra Pradesh (Amaravati)
- NID Haryana (Kurukshetra)
- NID Madhya Pradesh (Bhopal)
- NID Assam (Jorhat)
Admission Process at NID
Design Aptitude Test (DAT) :- Prelims: A pen and paper examination used to evaluate creativity, drawing talent, and picture imaging.
- Mains: A studio test and interview process, which checks the applicants on practical abilities, the quality and range of their portfolios, and their ability to think as a designer.

Eligibility Criteria :
Criteria | Details |
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Academic Qualification | Passed in 10+2 from any stream |
Minimum Marks Required |
General/EWS: ≥ 50% OBC-NCL: ≥ 45% SC/ST/PwD: ≥ 40% |
Date of Birth | Born on or after July 1, 2004 |
📚 What You’ll Learn
DAT Prelims
- Creative sketching, visual logic, problem-solving, design theory and a lot more.
DAT Mains
- Model making, material exploration, portfolio presentation, interview skills