IIAD 2026 (EXAM PATTERN)

The Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD) entrance for 2026 assesses essential abilities for careers in design and management. The exam pattern is tailored to identify creative potential, logical reasoning, and visual aptitude.

1. Design Courses (B.Des/M.Des)

• Part 1: IIAD Design Aptitude Test (iDAT)
• Sections:
• Logical Reasoning (30 minutes)
• Creative Thinking & Visual Aptitude (2 hours)
• Total Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Mode: Online or offline
• Medium: English
• Question Types: MCQs, descriptive, drawing-based, and visual tasks
• Skills Assessed:
• Drawing & design skills
• Visual logic and perception
• Creativity & imagination
• Logical reasoning and problem-solving
• Observation, memory, cultural awareness
• Part 2: Studio Simulation
• Format: Group activity (10–15 students per group)
• Duration: About 2 hours
• Assessment: Teamwork, model-making, hands-on creative problem-solving, articulation, and presentation
• Goal: Evaluates practical and collaborative skills in a simulated design studio environment

2. Fashion Business Management

• Part 1: IIAD Management Aptitude Test (iMAT)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Sections: Language skills, logical reasoning, and creative thinking
• Part 2: Personal Interview
• Assessment: Communication, motivation, subject understanding