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NID Vijayawada admissions are conducted through the NID’s centralised admission process. It is based on NID DAT.
Admission Details
- The selection process involves NID DAT prelims for initial shortlisting, followed by NID DAT Mains, which includes a Studio Test and Interview.
- The final admission is granted through a centralised counselling process depending on the candidate’s final rank, category, and preference order.
NID Vijayawada Admission Important Dates 2026
NID Vijayawada accepts NID DAT scores for its B.Des. admissions. The table below covers important admission dates for the same.
| Important Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| B.Des DAT Prelims Result | 4 pm, Vijayawadaril 7, 2026 (Tuesday) |
| B.Des Rechecking Window | 4 pm, Vijayawadaril 7, 2026 to 11:59 pm, Vijayawadaril 8, 2026 |
| Online Vijayawada Application Window (B.Des) | Sep 11, 2025 to Dec 01, 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Vijayawada Application | Dec 01, 2025 |
| Window to Edit Vijayawada Application Form | Dec 02, 2025 to Dec 04, 2025 |
| Download Admit Card (DAT Prelims) | Dec 11, 2025 |
| DAT Prelims Exam (B.Des) | Dec 21, 2025 |
| DAT Prelims Result | Vijayawadar 01, 2026 |
| Rechecking Window (DAT Prelims) | Vijayawadar 01, 2026 to Vijayawadar 02, 2026 |
| Download Admit Card (DAT Mains) | Feb 24, 2026 |
| DAT Mains Exam | Mar 03, 2026 to Vijayawadar 06, 2026 |
| DAT Mains Result | May 06, 2026 |
| Rechecking Window (DAT Mains) | May 06, 2026 to May 07, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment and Token Fee Payment | May 06, 2026 to May 07, 2026 |
| Provisional Offer Letter | May 20, 2026 |
| NID Counselling | May 30, 2026 |
| Payment of Remaining Semester Fees | May 20, 2026 to May 26, 2026 |
NID Vijayawada Courses 2026
NID Vijayawada offers admission to the B.Des. course, which is a 4-year full-time, on-campus course, offered in 3 distinct specialisations. The course follows NID’s standard curriculum structure. More details about the course and its specialisations have been mentioned below:
| Courses | Course Details | Eligibility and Selection |
|---|---|---|
| B.Des. | Specialisation: Communication Design, Industrial Design, and Textile Design Seat Intake: 75 (25 for each specialisation) |
Eligibility: Passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board. Selection: NID DAT Prelims (shortlisting) + DAT Mains (Studio Test 60% + Interview 40%) + centralised counselling based on rank and campus preference. |
FAQs
Ques. Are NID Bhopal and NID Vijayawada good for graphic design?
Ans. NID Bhopal and NID Vijayawada offer strong fundamentals in visual communication and design thinking. NID Bhopal has slightly better exposure. Both are suitable for portfolio-focused students, but placements usually require extra individual effort.
Ques. Does being at a newer campus make the design course at NID Vijayawada feel restrictive?
Ans. While the course at NID Vijayawada does not restrict learning, it places a greater emphasis on students' self-direction for learning. Therefore, although there are many opportunities for studio exposure, peer learning, and school-sponsored projects, there are fewer opportunities for industry exposure and live collaborative projects.
NID Vijayawada Admissions 2026
NID Vijayawada applicants can attempt the DAT Prelims through various centres in India, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Jaipur, Jorhat, Kochi, and others. The DAT Prelims are followed by the DAT Mains.
The application process is a standard, online, step-by-step process in which candidates have to register on the NID portal, select NID Vijayawada as their campus, upload documents, and pay the requisite fees. Detailed information about the NID Vijayawada entrance examination and admission process has been explained below:
NID DAT Prelims
- Conducted as a paper-based (pen/pencil) test across all centres on the same day and time.
- Questions include text-based and visual-based components.
- The paper is in English only.
- Overseas candidates have a separate merit list.
- Exam format or mode may change in exceptional situations at the institute’s discretion.
NID DAT Mains
- Consists of a Studio Sensitivity Test and an In-Person Sensitivity Test (Interview), with a weightage of 60% and 40% respectively.
- Around 1.5× the total available seats are called for this stage.
- Only DAT Mains scores are used for final admission to NID campuses.
- Exam structure or mode may change in exceptional situations at the institute’s discretion.
The application fee has been mentioned in the table below:
| Applicant Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | INR 3,000 |
| Female Candidates (except SC, ST & PwD) | INR 2,000 |
| SC / ST Candidates | INR 1,500 |
| PwD Candidates | INR 500 |
| Third Gender | INR 500 |
| Overseas Candidates (Supernumerary) | USD 125 |
FAQs
Ques. Can I get into NID Vijayawada without prior design knowledge?
Ans. NID’s goal is to develop you as a designer once you are accepted into the program. Therefore, you do not need previous experience in design before entering. Most NID students come into the program with no formal design education, but they all demonstrate an aptitude for design through their performance on the NID entrance exam and interview.
Ques. Which is better, NIFT Bangalore or NID Jorhat?
Ans. NIFT Bangalore is generally better if you are focused on fashion design, apparel, textiles, and want stronger industry exposure, internships, and placements. It has a long-established campus, a better alumni network, and strong links with the fashion industry. NID Vijayawada is a good option if you are interested in core design thinking, product design, and experimental learning, but it is a newer campus with limited placement data compared to NIFT Bangalore.
NID Vijayawada Cut-Off
NID Vijayawada 2025 cutoff for the EWS Category is listed below. The overall cutoff marks for NID are 50.4
| Courses | Round 1(Cutoff marks) |
|---|---|
| B.Des Communication Design | 50.4 |
| B.Des Industrial Design | 50.4 |
FAQs
Ques. Is the cutoff for NID Vijayawada generally lower than older NIDs like Ahmedabad?
Ans. Yes, the cutoff for NID Vijayawada is usually lower compared to older and more established campuses like NID Ahmedabad. This is mainly because Vijayawada is a newer campus with fewer applicants prioritising it as their first choice, even though the academic curriculum and degree awarded remain the same.
Ques. Does NID Vijayawada have different cutoffs for each B.Des specialisation?
Ans. No, NID Vijayawada does not release separate cutoffs for individual B.Des specialisations. The cutoff is applied at the programme level, and specialisation allocation typically happens after the foundation year based on academic performance and availability, rather than at the admission stage.
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