The decision of which institute to attend hinges on your design interests. If you're drawn to design in general and want to explore different areas before committing to a specific field, then NID is the ideal choice for you. Their curriculum allows for exploration. On the other hand, if you have a b
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While NID is renowned for its more expansive, multidisciplinary viewpoint, NIFT frequently takes a more specialised approach, particularly when it comes to design disciplines connected to fashion. BDes programs are available at NID in fields such as Interdisciplinary Design, Textile and Apparel Desi
Upvote NID (National Institute of Design) and NIFT (National Institute of Fashion Technology) are two of the most prestigious design institutes in India. Admission to the NIDs is conducted through the NID DAT entrance exam, while admission to the NIFTs is based on NIFT entrance exam scores.
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NIFT and NID are equally tough. NIFT has two stages: NIFT Written exam and NIFT Situation Test and Personal Interview, whereas NID DAT also has two stages: NID DAT Prelims and NID Mains, which include Studio test and Personal Interview.
Candidate who is preparing for NIFT can give NID DAT entra
NID 2026 Application correction Window for B.Des and M.Des was open from December 02, 2025 to December 04, 2025.
The result for NID DAT Prelims 2026 will be announced on April 07, 2026 around 4 PM.
The details that cannot be modified in NID DAT 2026 Application window are programs applied, name of the candidate, date of birth, registered mobile number and registered email address.
NID DAT 2026 Application edit window was open from December 02, 2025 to December 04, 2025.
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