NID Ahmedabad Latest Updates
- NID DAT M.Des 2026 Mains Admit Card has been released. Shortlisted candidates can download their admit cards from the official website admissions.nid.edu. The Studio Test is scheduled to be held on March 8, 2026, and the Interview will be conducted from March 21 to April 1, 2026.
- NID DAT M.Des 2026 Mains Schedule has been announced on the official website at admissions.nid.edu. The Studio Test will be held on March 8, 2026.Personal Interviews are scheduled from March 21 to April 1, 2026. Admit cards will be released on February 24, 2026 for Studio Test and Personal Interviews.
- NID M.Des Prelims 2026 rechecking is now available on the official website admissions.nid.edu and will remain open until February 14, 2026. Candidates can review their answer sheets to ensure all responses are marked correctly and verify the accuracy of the total marks. The rechecking process carries a fee of ₹2,000 per discipline.
- NID DAT 2026 Prelims results for M.Des programmes have been declared. Applicants can access and download their scorecards by logging in to the official website at admissions.nid.edu.
About NID Ahmedabad
NID Ahmedabad offers admission to B.Des, M.Des and PhD programmes based on NID DAT scores. NID Ahmedabad has been listed as one of the top 25 European and Asian institutes for design in the world. The institute has been internationally acclaimed and is a leading multi-disciplinary institution in design education and research. By virtue of the National Institute of Design Act 2014, NID Ahmedabad has been declared as the ‘Institution of National Importance’ by the Act of Parliament. NID is known as a pioneer in industrial design education after Ulm and Bauhaus in Germany and is renowned in the world for its pursuit of excellence in the field and to have made Designed in India and Made for the World a reality. Graduates of NID Ahmedabad have made a mark in major sectors of commerce, social development, and industry by taking the roles of catalysts.
NID Ahmedabad Courses
| Degree | Duration | Fees (Range) | Exams Accepted | Study Mode | Eligibility | Courses Offered | Apply Now | Brochure |
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| B.Des | 4 Years | ₹3,67,000 - 14,68,000 | CBSE 12th , GSEB 12th , NID Entrance Exam | Regular | To be eligible for the Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) degree at the prestigious National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad, aspiring candidates must fulfill certain criteria. Firstly, they should have completed their 10+2 education from any recognized board or university in India or abroad. Additionally, candidates must be below the age of 20 years (relaxable for reserved categories) on or before June 30th of the admission year. NID also requires candidates to appear for the Design Aptitude Test (DAT) conducted by the institute, which evaluates their creative and analytical skills. Successful completion of the DAT and subsequent rounds of the admission process determines the final selection. | Bachelor Of Design in Graphic Design , Bachelor Of Design in Furniture Design | Apply Now | Download |
| PhD | 3 Years | N/A | N/A | Regular | To be eligible for the Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) degree program at the National Institute of Design (NID) in Ahmedabad, candidates must meet certain criteria. Firstly, applicants must have a master's degree in Design or relevant disciplines from a recognized university or institute. Additionally, candidates with a bachelor's degree in Design or allied subjects with a minimum of five years of professional experience and a proven track record of research and publications may also be considered. It is important for applicants to have a strong passion for research and innovation in the field of design. The selection process may involve a written test and/or an interview to assess the candidate's aptitude, research potential, and suitability for the program. | Ph.D. in Design | Apply Now | Download |
| M.Des | 2.5 Years | ₹1,39,000 - 2,78,000 | NID Entrance Exam | Regular | To pursue a Master of Design (M.Des.) degree at the prestigious National Institute of Design (NID) in Ahmedabad, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in any discipline from a recognized university or institute. Additionally, candidates with a diploma in design or architecture are also eligible to apply. It is essential to have a minimum of two years of work experience in relevant fields. The selection process includes a Design Aptitude Test (DAT) followed by a Studio Test and Personal Interview. Successful completion of these stages will determine the final admission to the M.Des. program at NID Ahmedabad. | Masters of Designing in Graphic Design , Masters of Designing in Furniture Design | Apply Now | Download |
NID Ahmedabad Application Process 2025
Before proceeding with the NID registration 2026, candidates must ensure that they have all necessary documents for NID registration and their scan copies ready to avoid any last-minute challenges. Here’s a check list of NID registration documents required by the candidates at the time of filling the application form.
- A recent passport-sized photograph
- Candidates signature
- Essential details including academic records and contact information
- OBC-NCL certificate (if applicable)
- ST certificate (if applicable)
- SC certificate (if applicable)
- Certificates for EWS and disability (if applicable, required for general, general-EWS, OBC-NCL, ST/SC-PwD applicants)
- For international applicants, a copy of the first and last pages of the passport
NID Ahmedabad Campus Facilities and Infrastructure
Knowledge Management Centre (KMC) at National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad has print, digital, audio-visual materials. It has best collection of books, periodicals and other non book resources from all corners of the world. Apart from this, the centre has a large collection of the student diploma projects, craft documentation reports and other research projects. The KMC has also showcases the design prototypes. KMC has subscription to e-databases like ACM Digital Library, EBSCO : Art and Architecture , EBSCO : Communication and Mass Media, Euromonitor International Passport GMID , Grove Art Online, Jstor database, Newspaper Direct, Proquest: Art and Architecture in Video, Proquest: Arts and Humanities, Proquest: Vogue Archive etc. KMC has a access to e-books form Cambridge University Press, Cengage, CRC press, Intellet, Oxford Handbooks etc. Its also has access to several e-journals from popular publishers like Taylor & Francis, Wile, Sage Publication etc. NID is associated with The National Digital library of India (NDLI), a project under Ministry of Human Resource Development, India which integrate several national and international digital libraries on one single web-portal.
National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad provides hostel to all out-stationed B.Des. students.Hostel accommodation is allocated only for a year and students have to apply for reallocation every year. Subscription to mess facilities is compulsory for all hostel residents. Local students cannot apply for hostel accommodation. Rooms are semi furnished with a bed, a desk, a chair and storage space for each student.
NID Ahmedabad Highlights
Avg Fee
7.1 Lacs Yearly
Gender Accepted
Coed
Institute Type
Private
Study Mode
Regular
Established Year
1970
Hostel Availability
Yes
Campus Size
11 Acres
NID Ahmedabad Placements
The placements for the National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad, are managed by a dedicated placement cell that ensures students are well-prepared for the job market and connects them with leading recruiters in the design industry. As per the NID placement report for 2025, a total of 620 job offers were made during the placement season. The highest package offered was ₹30 LPA, while the average package stood at ₹21.3 LPA. Notable companies that participated in the placements included Adobe, Deloitte, Cognizant, Hindustan Unilever, and Microsoft.NID Placement Report
| Particulars | Statistics |
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| Placement percentage | Data not specified |
| Number of companies visited | Data not specified |
| Number of students placed | 620 |
| Number of offers made | 620 |
| Average package offered | ₹21.3 LPA |
| Highest package offered | ₹30 LPA |
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Contact Details of NID Ahmedabad
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Address:Opposite Tagore Hall, Rajnagar Society, Paldi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380007
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