NID 2026 (APPLICATION FORM)

The NID 2026 application process is conducted entirely online through the official NID admissions portal. The NID 2026 application form is expected to be available online starting from early September 2025 on the official NID website. In order to apply for NID DAT 2026, the applicant has to register and set up an account. They then needed to pay the exam fee, submit documents, access the candidate account, and complete all necessary areas. NID DAT 2026 will require an application fee of approximately INR 3,000.

Here is a step-by-step guide to applying for the NID Design Aptitude Test (DAT) for B.Des and M.Des programs

Step-by-Step Application Process

Registration/Sign Up

• Visit the official portal: admissions.nid.edu.
• Select your program (B.Des or M.Des), nationality, category, and other details.
• Enter your name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number. These details cannot be changed later.
• Validate your email and mobile number using the OTP sent to both.

Fill Application Form

• Log in with your credentials.
• Enter personal, academic, and communication details.
• Select your preferred exam city.

Upload Required Documents

• Photograph (JPG/JPEG, 50–200 KB)
• Signature (JPG/JPEG, 50–200 KB)
• Category Certificate (if applicable, up to 1 MB)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable, up to 1 MB)
• Passport pages (for overseas candidates, up to 1 MB)

Pay Application Fee

• Pay the fee online (approx. INR 3,000 for most candidates; check the official notification for category-wise details).

Submit and Print Application

• Review all entered information before final submission.
• Submit the application and print a copy for future reference.

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NID 2026 Application Form FAQs

Ques.1 When will the NID 2026 application form be released?

Ans. The NID 2026 application form is expected to be released online on the official NID website in early September 2025. Candidates should apply before the last date, usually falling in early December 2025.

Ques.2 What is the application fee for NID 2026?

Ans. The NID 2026 application fee is approximately INR 3,000 for General and OBC-NCL candidates and INR 1,500 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. Payment is done online via net banking, credit, or debit cards.

Ques.3 Is there an option to correct the application form after submission?
Ans. Yes, NID usually provides a correction window after the application deadline where candidates can modify certain details in their form.

Ques.4 What documents are required to fill the NID application form?

Ans. Candidates need scanned copies of a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and category/PwD certificates if applicable. The documents should meet the specified size and format requirements.

Ques.5 Can I apply for multiple NID campuses through one application?

Ans. Yes, there is a single application form for all NID campuses. B.Des candidates can select college preferences during the counseling phase, while M.Des candidates do not choose campuses at the application stage.