NID DAT Application Form 2025 (OUT): Registration Dates, Direct Link (Available), Correction Window

Updated By Subhashri Roy on 05 Sep, 2024 14:16

NID DAT 2025 application form is out! Candidates can complete the application process by visiting the direct link here. Make sure to submit your application by December 3, 2024. From December 4 to December 9, 2024, you can edit their application. Application Fee to be paid towards NID DAT 2025: INR 3000 by General Candidates whereas candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD are required to pay INR 1500.

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NID DAT 2025 Application Form

The NID DAT 2025 application form was released by the National Institute of Design (NID) on September 3, 2024. You can find the direct link to apply for the exam below. To begin the application process for NID DAT 2025, first, register and create an account. Once your account is set up, log in to complete the necessary fields, upload your documents, and pay the application fee, which is INR 3,000.

NID DAT 2025 Application Form Direct Link - Activated 

If you cannot apply before the regular application deadline i.e., December 3, 2024, by 4:00 PM, it is possible to apply late by paying a late fee. Note that this is in addition to the standard examination fee. After the initial NID DAT 2025 application period ends, there will be an edit window open for a few days. During this time, you will be allowed to make any changes you'd like to your application form.

NID DAT 2025 is going to be conducted on January 5, 2025. Applications for NID admission 2025 are invited for admission into B.Des and M.Des programs offered by NID DAT participating colleges. For detailed steps on how to apply, continue reading this exam page.

NID DAT 2025 Application Form Dates

The following table will reveal the important dates related to the NID DAT 2025 application and registration:

Events

B.Des Dates

M.Des Dates

NID DAT 2025 Application Form Date

September 3, 2024

September 3, 2024

NID 2025 Registration for DAT by Paying the Late Fees

December 3, 2024

December 3, 2024

Correction of NID DAT 2025 Application Form

December 4 to 9, 2024

December 4 to 9, 2024

NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) Exam Date

January 5, 2025

January 5, 2025

NID DAT 2025 Exam Date (Mains)

April 26 to May 4, 2025

March 3 to April 6, 2025

Also Read:

How to Prepare for NID DAT 2025

NID DAT 2025 Exam Pattern

NID DAT 2025 Syllabus

NID DAT Previous Year Question Papers

Document Checklist for NID DAT 2025 Application Form

To avoid any hassle later on, aspirants should have the necessary documents ready before filling out the NID DAT application form 2025. Having the documents ready ahead of time will allow candidates to complete the NID DAT 2025 application forms in one go. Also, check NID DAT 2025 eligibility criteria before you apply!

Documents Required

Document Format

Document Size 

Colour-scanned passport-sized recent photograph (the photo must be taken at a professional studio)

JPG/JPEG

75 - 100 KB

Signature

JPG/JPEG

75 - 100 KB

A copy of the category certificate issued by a competent authority - GEN-EWS and OBC-NCL

  • It should be noted that these certificates must be issued on or after April 1, 2023, and must indicate the gross annual income for the fiscal year 2022-23.
  • Please also confirm that the certificate is issued in the candidate's name.

PDF

Up to 2 MB

SC/ST category certificate issued by an authorised authority.

  • A competent authority should issue the certificate.

PDF

Up to 2 MB

PwD certificate

PDF

Up to 2 MB

Overseas candidate:

  • Image of the Passport's first and last pages

JPG/JPEG

Up to 2 MB

Educational Qualifications proof:

  • Class 12th marksheets (for B.Des)
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (for M.Des)
  • Graduation/Post-graduation degree or equivalent (for PhD)

PDF

Up to 5 MB

Steps to Fill NID DAT 2025 Application Form

The step-by-step process for filling out the NID DAT 2025 application process is mentioned below:

  • Register: Click the above registration link provided. A list of programs will appear where you need to choose the course you want to apply for, and then you need to fill up the online application form with personal details like the name of the applicant, email ID, phone number of the applicant, and date of birth of the applicant. After successful registration, an applicant account will be created in the name of an individual applicant.
  • Log In and Fill Out the Application Form: Log in to your account with the help of your email address and date of birth. Then, fill out an application form, in which you have to give information about your educational history, contact details, and personal information. Do not forget to choose the desired NID DAT 2025 exam centre that you want to choose.
  • Document Upload: Later, upload the necessary documents scanned. It includes a photograph and signature, and category-related documents as per the specified format.
  • Payment: After ensuring that all parts of the application form have been correctly filled out, now pay for the application since on payment of application fee your submission will be regarded as complete, hence no editing will be allowed after this in your NID DAT 2025 application form.

NID DAT 2025 Application Fee

The NID admission application fee must be paid by candidates. They can pay the application fee for the NID Entrance Exam online (by credit/debit card) or by demand draft made payable to the "All India Management Association." Following is the application fee of NID 2025:

NID DAT 2025 Application Fee for B.Des

Here’s the application fee for students belonging to different categories for the NID DAT 2025 exam for B.Des programmes:

Category 

NID DAT 2025 Application Fee in INR

General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL

3,000

SC, ST, PwD 

1,500

Overseas (supernumerary)

5,000

NID DAT 2025 Application Fee for M.Des

The following is the application fee for students from various categories for the NID DAT 2025 exam for M.Des programmes:

Category 

Application Fee in INR (1 discipline only)

Application Fee in INR (2 disciplines)

General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL

3,000

6,000

SC, ST, PwD 

1,500

3,000

Overseas (supernumerary)

5,000

10,000

NID DAT 2025 Application Form Submission with Late Fees

The deadline to submit your NID DAT 2025 application without incurring a late fee is December 3, 2024, by 4:00 PM. If you submit your application post-December 3, 2024 (4:00 PM), you will be charged a late fee equivalent to 50% of the application fee.

NID DAT 2025 Application Late Fees for BDes 

Category

Application Fee

Application + Late Fees

General, Gen-EWS, OBC-NCL

INR 3000

INR 3000 + INR 1500 = INR 4500

SC, ST, PwD

INR 1500

INR 1500 + INR 750 = INR 2250

Overseas  (Supernumerary)

INR 5000

INR 5000 + INR 2500 = INR 7500

NID DAT 2025 Application Late Fees for MDes 

For 1 Discipline

Category

Application Fee

Application + Late Fees

General, Gen-EWS, OBC-NCL

INR 3000

INR 3000 + INR 1500 = INR 4500

SC, ST, PwD

INR 1500

INR 1500 + INR 750 = INR 2250

Overseas  (Supernumerary)

INR 5000

INR 5000 + INR 2500 = INR 7500

For 2 Disciplines

Category

Application Fee

Application + Late Fees

General, Gen-EWS, OBC-NCL

INR 6000

INR 6000 + INR 1500 = INR 7500

SC, ST, PwD

INR 3000

INR 3000 + INR 1500 = INR 4500

Overseas  (Supernumerary)

INR 10000

INR 3000 + INR 2500 = INR 7500

NID DAT 2025 Application Form Correction

The edit window for the NID DAT 2025 application form is likely to be opened after the application process of NID DAT 2025 has ended. The applicants will have the option to make changes in their online applications in terms of the Eligibility Section, Date of Birth, Category, Email ID and Citizenship Applied For etc. Applicants are also advised to fill the application form carefully and accurately.

Details that Can/Can’t be Edited for NID DAT 2025 Application Form

Mentioned below are all the details that can and can’t be edited for the NID DAT 2025 application form:

Details that can be edited 

Details that can’t be edited

The following details can be edited in the NID DAT 2025 application form:

  • Exam centre
  • Address details
  • Upload new documents. 
  • Applied category
  • Any other details that are not covered under the “details that can’t be edited” group.

The following details can’t be edited:

  • Programme Applied in
  • Name of the Candidate
  • Date of Birth
  • Registered Mobile Number
  • Registered Email ID

Also Check: NID DAT 2025 Exam Centres

How to Make Corrections in NID DAT 2025 Application Form?

To update/edit your NID DAT 2025 application form, follow these steps mentioned below:

  • Go to the official NID website.
  • Access the application correction portal by entering your email ID and date of birth.
  • Choose from the following options:
    • Application Detail: Review the information you entered during Sign-Up.
    • Upload Document: Re-upload your scanned photo and signature if needed.
    • Print Application: Print a fresh copy of your application form.
  • Click the Save button to finalize your changes.

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FAQs about NID DAT Application Form

I have made some errors on the application form for NID DAT 2025. Can I edit it after the application fee payment?

No, you cannot alter the NID DAT application form once you have paid the application fee. After the application deadline, the correction window for the application form will open. During the edit window, you can make changes to your application form. After December 3, 2024, the correction window for the NID DAT 2025 application form will be open. During this time, you can make modifications/corrections to your application form. You will not, however, be able to modify your eligibility requirements, date of birth, email ID, category, or citizenship.

Can an overseas candidate register themselves for NID DAT?

Yes, international applicants can apply for the NID DAT 2025. The application form for international students is available on the NID website. For international applicants, the application cost is INR 5,000. The eligibility for foreign applicants is the same as those for Indian candidates. Overseas applicants, on the other hand, must have a valid passport and visa to go to India for the exam. The number of seats available for international applicants is restricted. Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. As a result, international candidates should apply as soon as possible.

Do reserved category candidates get any relaxation in the application fee of NID DAT 2025?

Yes, reserved category candidates are exempt from paying the NID DAT application fees of INR 1,500. SC, ST, and OBC-NCL are the reserved categories. For general category applicants, the application fee is INR 3,000. The application cost for candidates from the reserved categories is INR 1,500. The reduced application fees apply to both Indian and international candidates. Candidates must pick the proper category in the application form to be eligible for the fee reduction. Along with the application form, they must provide a scanned copy of their caste certificate.

How much is the application fee of NID DAT for the Open Category students?

The application fee of NID DAT 2025 for the Open Category students is INR 3,000.

Can I initiate an offline payment for NID DAT Application Form 2025?

No, an offline payment for the NID DAT application form is not possible. The application fee is only available for payment online through credit card, debit card, or net banking. The NID DAT application form is available online at the NID website. The application form may be found at https://admissions.nid.edu/. The application cost must be paid before the application deadline. The application deadline for the NID DAT 2025 is December 3, 2024.

What should be the format of the photograph and signature that need to be uploaded in the registration form of NID DAT 2025?

The following are the format criteria for the photograph and signature that must be supplied in the NID DAT 2025 registration form:
- A current passport-size picture with a white backdrop is required. The photograph's measurements must be 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (1.38" x 1.77"). The photograph's file size must not exceed 200 KB.
- The signature must be black and white scanned. The signature's measurements must be 2 cm by 2 cm (0.79" x 0.79"). The signature's file size must not exceed 100 KB.

Which documents are required to be uploaded in the application form of NID DAT?

Here are the documents required to be uploaded in the application form of NID DAT 2025:
- A current passport-size photograph with a white backdrop.
- A black-and-white scanned signature.
- Proof of educational qualifications: Scanned copies of all qualifying examination mark sheets and certificates.
- Caste certificate (if applicable): A scanned copy of the reserved category candidates' caste certificate.
- PWD certificate (if applicable): A scanned copy of the PWD candidate's PWD certificate.

Is it important to register yourself before filling the NID DAT Application Form 2025?

Yes, it is important to register yourself before filling out the NID DAT Application Form. The registration process will generate a unique user ID and password that you will need to use to log in and fill out the application form. Without registering, you will not be able to fill out the application form.

What are the prerequisite details required to fill the NID DAT Application Form?

Here are the prerequisites for completing the NID DAT Application Form 2025: Date of birth, email address, category, educational credentials, caste certificate (if applicable), and PWD certificate (if applicable). To submit to the application form, you will also need a scanned copy of your passport-size photograph, signature, Debit / Credit Card/Net Banking details etc.

In which mode is the NID DAT 2025 Application Form released?

The NID DAT 2025 Application Form is only available online. The application form is available on the NID website at https://admissions.nid.edu/. The application form is fillable and submittable online. The application form must be submitted before December 3, 2024 (no late fee).

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