How are the placements for Master of Design [M.Des] (Transportation & Automobile Design) at NID Ahmedabad?

There is a Placement week every year and a lot companies come for hiring and and to provide internship opportunities. Companies like Hero, Bajaj, Suzuki etc came. Stipend is variable and depends on the company.

What is the admission process for Master of Design [M.Des] NID Ahmedabad?

Environment is very good and motivating for working. Good space for learning and to try out new things. Good facilities and environment makes it a good and enriching experience overall. The overall schedule is quite hectic.

What is the fees for Master of Design [M.Des] in NID Ahmedabad?

Bank loans are available at lowest possible education loan interest rates. College also provides freeship to students who need help and come from a weak economic background. The freeship is awarded on the basis of the students' academic performance.

How is the course curriculum of Master of Design [M.Des] (Transportation & Automobile Design) in NID Ahmedabad?

Course Structure is very good. There are no parallel subject that go through the whole semester but the semesters are broken down into weekly modules. Each module is started and completed and then you move forward to the next module. There are no exams, instead there is a continuous evaluation system. There are review sessions during the modules and you are evaluated on the basis of your work and profeesionalism. There is a jury presentation at the end of the semester where you present everything that you have done in the whole semester.

NID Ahmedabad M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design at NID Ahmedabad is a 2 years 6 months, Full Time Degree program offered On Campus. It offers a limited number of 19 seats.

The total fees for the M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design program at NID Ahmedabad is ₹ 13.28 Lakhs.
Students need to pay ₹ 5.35 Lakhs in the first year.

Admissions to M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design at NID Ahmedabad are primarily based on NID. Candidates must have completed Graduation+DAT to be eligible for admission. The overall NID cutoff for the M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design program is 45.35 - 56.35 across all categories. Check NID Ahmedabad Admission

According to Collegedunia Design Ranking 2025, NID Ahmedabad ranks 2 out of 109 colleges in India with an overall score of 1855 out of 2000 and a placement score of 0 out of 1000. IIRF Design ranking 2025, ranks NID Ahmedabad at 1 out of 30 in India.

Find detailed NID Ahmedabad M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design fees, eligibility, admission dates, cutoff and ranking below.

Course Highlights	Details
duration	2 Years 6 Months (Full Time)
course level	PG (Degree)
mode of study	On Campus
total fees	₹ 13.28 Lakhs
eligibility	Graduation+DAT
entrance test	NID

NID Ahmedabad Latest Updates and News

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25 Feb, 2026 NID DAT 2026 Mains will be held on March 8, 2026, for the M.Des program. The Admit card for the same has been released @admissions.nid.edu. Read more.

25 Feb, 2026 NID DAT 2026 Prelims Result for B.Des will be released on April 7, 2026. View details.

NID Ahmedabad M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design Fees

M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design Fees at NID Ahmedabad covers a range of expenses, including tuition fee, course materials, and access to campus facilities.

The total fees for M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design is ₹ 13.28 Lakhs.
This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 13.1 Lakhs, Caution Fees of ₹ 10,000, Other Fees of ₹ 7,800.
Candidates need to pay ₹ 5.35 Lakhs in the first year.

For students applying under the NRI quota for admission, the total course fee for M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design at NID Ahmedabad is ₹ 28.63 Lakhs.

Earlier, M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design fees at NID Ahmedabad was ₹ 12.4 Lakhs (in 2025) for the entire course duration. This shows a fee increase of ₹ 87,500 over the year.

Compare NID Ahmedabad M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design Fees with Similar Colleges

Students have an option to pursue M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design from similar colleges such as NID Bangalore, NID Ahmedabad, NID Gandhinagar. Similar to NID Ahmedabad, M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design at these group colleges is offered Full Time for a duration of 2 Years 6 Months.

Comparing the course fees at these colleges, the total course fee at NID Bangalore is the highest with ₹ 13.28 Lakhs. This is followed by NID Ahmedabad with ₹ 13.28 Lakhs and NID Gandhinagar with ₹ 12.35 Lakhs. Among these, NID Gandhinagar has the lowest fee for M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design with ₹ 12.35 Lakhs.

College	M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design Total Fees
NID Bangalore	₹ 13.28 Lakhs
NID Ahmedabad	₹ 13.28 Lakhs
NID Gandhinagar	₹ 12.35 Lakhs

Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fee	₹13.1 Lakhs
caution fee*	₹10,000
other fee	₹7,800
total academic fee	₹13.28 Lakhs
hostel fee	₹30,000
total fee	₹13.58 Lakhs

Fee Structure As Per Official Website

Important Dates for M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design at NID Ahmedabad

Important Events

Events	Dates
Date for DAT Prelims Result for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Apr 07, 2026
Rechecking Request for DAT Prelims Exam for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Apr 07, 2026 - Apr 08, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
NID DAT Prelims Result	Feb 12, 2026
Date for DAT Prelims Exam for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Dec 21, 2025
Download Admit Cards for NID DAT Exam for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Dec 11, 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
Date for DAT Prelims Result for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Apr 07, 2026
Rechecking Request for DAT Prelims Exam for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Apr 07, 2026 - Apr 08, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Date for DAT Prelims Exam for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Dec 21, 2025
Download Admit Cards for NID DAT Exam for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Dec 11, 2025
Window to Edit Application for NID DAT Exam for Admission 2026 [M.Des]	Dec 02, 2025 - Dec 04, 2025

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The Transportation Design program's admission process starts with an Aptitude Test, followed by a shortlist for an interview that includes a discipline-specific aptitude test and a portfolio presentation. The interview evaluates candidates' subject knowledge and thought processes, extending beyond the chosen discipline. Faculty members, mainly visiting industry experts, rotate based on the module being taught and provide ongoing feedback throughout. The program's fee is about Rs 2 lakhs per semester, encompassing tuition, hostel, food, and other charges, which is much more affordable compared to other design colleges that charge at least three times more.

The college organizes an annual Placement week, drawing many companies like Hero, Bajaj, and Suzuki for recruitment and internships, with stipends varying by company. Financial support is available through competitive bank education loans and freeships for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, depending on their academic performance.

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NID Ahmedabad M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design Ranking

According to Collegedunia Ranking 2025, NID Ahmedabad ranks 2 out of 109 colleges in India and 1 in state Gujarat for its M.Des Transportation & Automobile Design program.