The eligibility criteria for the National Institute of Design (NID) entrance exam, also known as the NID Design Aptitude Test (NID DAT), are specified for both undergraduate (B.Des) and postgraduate (M.Des) programs. Here’s a detailed look at the eligibility requirements for both:
Undergraduate Program (B.Des)
Age Limit:
General Category: Candidates must be born on or after July 1, 2004.
Reserved Categories (OBC-NCL, SC, ST): Candidates must be born on or after July 1, 2001.
PwD Reserved Category: Candidates must be born on or after July 1, 1999.
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have passed or will appear for the 10+2 examination in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce) from a recognized board (such as CBSE, IB, ICSE, or equivalent) in the year of admission.
Postgraduate Program (M.Des)
Age Limit:
General Category: Candidates must be born on or after July 1, 1994.
Reserved Categories (OBC-NCL, SC, ST): Candidates must be born on or after July 1, 1991.
PwD Reserved Category: Candidates must be born on or after July 1, 1989.
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have completed or be in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institute.
Specific Requirements
For International Applicants:
The same age criteria apply as for general category students.
Must have passed or will appear for an equivalent examination to the Indian 10+2 system for undergraduate admissions.
Must have a recognized Bachelor’s degree for postgraduate admissions.
Important Points:
Proof of Age: Valid proof of age, such as a birth certificate, school leaving certificate, or any government-issued document, is required.
Proof of Education: Candidates need to provide proof of passing the qualifying examination at the time of admission.
Final Year Students: Candidates appearing in the final year of the qualifying examination must submit proof of passing at the time of admission if selected.
Special Considerations
Reservation Policy: NID follows the Government of India’s reservation policy for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and PwD categories.
Eligibility Check: It is crucial to ensure that all eligibility criteria are met before applying, as failing to meet these criteria can lead to disqualification at any stage of the admission process.
By ensuring that you meet these eligibility criteria, you can proceed to apply for the NID entrance exam. Always check the latest official NID notification or website for any updates or changes to the eligibility criteria.
The NID Entrance Exam is conducted by the National Institute of Design (NID) for admission into its prestigious undergraduate (B.Des) and postgraduate (M.Des) design programs. Here is the detailed eligibility criteria for both programs:
Eligibility Criteria for NID Exam (2024)
For Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have completed or are appearing for their Class 12 (10+2) examination from a recognized board (CBSE, ICSE, IB, or any state board) in any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts, or Humanities).
Age Limit:
General/EWS/OBC-NCL Candidates: Born on or after July 1, 2004.
SC/ST/PwD Candidates: Born on or after July 1, 1999 (relaxation of 5 years).
Foreign Nationals: Same as General category (Born on or after July 1, 2004).
Nationality:
Both Indian citizens and foreign nationals are eligible.
Additional Points:
There are no restrictions on the number of attempts for the NID DAT (Design Aptitude Test).
For Master of Design (M.Des)
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree of minimum 4 years in any discipline from a recognized university or institute, OR
A 3-year bachelor’s degree in any discipline followed by a 1-year diploma/postgraduate diploma in design or a related field.
Candidates appearing for the final examination of their qualifying degree are also eligible, but they must submit proof of passing before the admission process.
Age Limit:
General/EWS/OBC-NCL Candidates: Born on or after July 1, 1994.
SC/ST/PwD Candidates: Born on or after July 1, 1989 (relaxation of 5 years).
Foreign Nationals: Same as General category (Born on or after July 1, 1994).
Nationality:
Both Indian citizens and foreign nationals are eligible.
Foreign Nationals
Limited seats (15% supernumerary) are reserved for foreign candidates in both B.Des and M.Des programs.
They need to apply under the Overseas Category and must fulfill eligibility criteria similar to Indian candidates.
Programs Offered
Undergraduate (B.Des):
Courses include Animation, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Textile Design, etc.
Postgraduate (M.Des):
Specialized programs in Strategic Design, Interaction Design, Transportation, etc.
Important Points
Eligibility relaxation is provided to candidates under the SC/ST/OBC-NCL and PwD categories.
Proof of age, educational qualification, and other necessary documents must be submitted at the time of admission.
Key Dates (Tentative)
Application Form Release: October-November.
Last Date to Apply: December.
Exam Date: January.
For accurate details, visit the official NID website: http://www.nid.edu.