NID DAT 2026 registration begins: Check examination dates and direct link to apply here

The National Institute of Design (NID) has commenced registrations for the Design Aptitude Test (DAT) 2026, a gateway to its BDes and MDes programs for the 2026-27 academic year. The application window is open until December 1, 2025, with the preliminary exam scheduled for December 21, 2025. Aspiring designers can apply through the official website, admissions.nid.