What subjects are included in the IIAD Design Aptitude Test?
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The question paper will include questions from Logical Reasoning and Creative Thinking & Visual Aptitude sections. The candidate will have 30 minutes to complete the Logical Reasoning section, while for the Creative Thinking & Visual Aptitude section, the candidate will have 2 hours.
The candidate must prepare for the IIAD exam as per the official pattern. Also, make it a point to follow the official syllabus.
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The IIAD DAT paper includes:
Visual and creative thinking questions
Drawing-based problem-solving
Observation and design sensitivity
Analytical and logical reasoning
Situational responses
Candidates are selected for IIAD UG and PG programmes on the basis of the following:
- Performance in the IIAD Design Aptitude Test (iDAT) or iMAT (for management programmes)
- Performance in the Studio Test/Personal Interview
- Portfolio review (for some programmes)
The process is similar, but PG applicants (M.Des / MBA) are assessed using iMAT instead of iDAT, and emphasis may be placed more on portfolio, work experience, or interview performance.
After the declaration of IIAD result 2026
Confirm your IIAD admission by accepting the offer
Pay the IIAD admission/registration fee within the given deadline
Submit necessary documents and prepare for IIAD orientation.
No. The IIAD result is final and binding. Re-evaluation is not available as the process includes interviews and subjective assessments.
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