National
Institute of
Design
The National Institute of Design, was founded in 1961 in response to India’s need to balance tradition with modernity amid rapid industrialization. Influenced by global design movements and guided by figures like Pupul Jayaker and Charles Eames, NID emphasizes problem-solving design and the integration of tradition with modernity. Led by Gautam Sarabhai, NID adopted a revolutionary approach to design education, focusing on learning by doing. Today, NID is internationally acclaimed for its excellence in various design disciplines and holds the status of an ‘Institution of National Importance’ in India.
National Institute of Design
Information about the admission process, Design Aptitude Tests (DAT), and important dates for the Bachelor and Masters of Design program at National Institute of Design (NID) campuses across India.
The National Institute of Design (NID) is an autonomous institution under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. It is an “Institute of National Importance” as per the NID Act 2014 and NID (Amendment) Act 2019. NID aims to promote innovative design directions in various sectors such as industry, commerce, and development. The institute offers full-time Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) programs, full-time Masters of Design (M.Des.), and PhD in Design. NID is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). NID has multiple campuses, including NID Ahmedabad, NID Bengaluru, NID Gandhinagar, NID Andhra Pradesh, NID Haryana, NID Madhya Pradesh, and NID Assam, each offering design education, research, and practice.
What is the admission process for the B.Des and M.Des programme at the National Institute of Design?
The admission process for the B.Des program at the National Institute of Design (NID) consists of two stages:
Stage 1 : Design Aptitude Test (DAT) Prelims is a written examination that evaluates a candidate’s visual perception ability, creativity, comprehension, and communication skills.
Stage 2 : Design Aptitude Test (DAT) Mains is the Studio Test and Personal Interview, which assesses a candidate’s design and creative potential, problem-solving skills, and conceptual abilities.
Candidates who qualify the DAT are invited to appear for the Studio Test and Interview at NID. The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in both stages of the admission process, as well as their category-wise availability of seats.
EXAM DATE FOR ADMISSIONS 2024
DAT Prelims Exam Sunday, 24 December 2023
DISCIPLINES OFFERED FOR B.DESIGN
Faculty of Communication Design:
Animation Film Design
Exhibition Design
Film & Video Communication
Graphic Design
Faculty of Industrial Design:
Ceramic & Glass Design
Furniture & Interior Design
Product Design
Faculty of Textile, Apparel, Lifestyle and Accessory Design:
Textile Design
DISCIPLINES OFFERED FOR M.DESIGN
Faculty of Communication Design:
- Animation Film Design (Ahmedabad)
- Film & Video Communication (Ahmedabad)
- Graphic Design (Ahmedabad)
- Photography Design (Gandhinagar)
Faculty of Industrial Design:
- Ceramic & Glass Design (Ahmedabad)
- Furniture & Interior Design (Ahmedabad)
- Product Design (Ahmedabad)
- Toy & Game Design (Gandhinagar)
- Transportation & Automobile Design (Gandhinagar)
- Universal Design (Bengaluru)
Faculty of Information Technology-Integrated Programmes:
- Digital Game Design (Bengaluru)
- Information Design (Bengaluru)
- Interaction Design (Bengaluru)
- New Media Design (Gandhinagar)
Faculty of Interdisciplinary Design Studies:
- Design for Retail Experience (Bengaluru)
- Strategic Design Management (Gandhinagar)
Faculty of Textile, Apparel and Lifestyle Accessory Design:
- Apparel Design (Gandhinagar)
- Lifestyle Accessory Design (Gandhinagar)
- Textile Design (Ahmedabad)