NID DAT 2025 Merit List - Check State Wise, Category Wise Toppers and Rank List

Updated By Aarushi Jain on 03 Jan, 2025 16:32

The performance of the candidates in NID DAT Prelims, as well as NID DAT Mains, will be the basis for selection. Candidates who perform well will be listed on the NID DAT Merit List 2025. The merit list will carry ample importance in selecting candidates for counselling and seat allocation.

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NID DAT Merit List 2025

The NID DAT merit list 2025 will be published by the National Institute of Design along with the announcement of the FINAL NID DAT results 2025. The tentative date for the release of the NID DAT Prelims results 2025 for B.Des admissions is April 1, 2025, and for M.Des is February 17, 2025. Only those candidates who get shortlisted in the merit list will be considered for further admission and the NID DAT 2025 counselling process. A candidate must meet the minimum requirement for getting qualified in both exams, NID DAT Prelims as well as NID DAT Mains. The merit list will be prepared category-wise in the order of rank. The NID DAT 2025 Prelims exam will be held on January 5, 2025. Candidates can read more information about the NID DAT 2025 merit list below.

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Types of NID DAT 2025 Merit Lists

There will be two merit lists for NID DAT 2025. 

  • NID DAT Prelims Merit List: This merit list is made from candidates' scores in the DAT Prelims exam. Those on this list can move on to NID DAT Mains. However, it is important to know that this list will not be used for counselling or seat allotment.
  • NID DAT Final Merit List: The final merit list is created by considering a candidate's performance in both the NID DAT Prelims and NID DAT Mains. Therefore, if a candidate does not participate in DAT Mains, they will not be part of the final merit list. Seat allocation for B.Des and M.Des courses will depend on their respective NID DAT 2025 merit lists.

Note: Both merit lists will be categorized as General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, and Overseas.

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NID DAT 2025 Important Dates

Check the important dates of the upcoming NID DAT 2025 exam below:

Events

B.Des Dates

M.Des Dates

NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) Exam Date

January 5, 2025

January 5, 2025

NID DAT 2025 Prelims Result

April 1, 2025

February 17, 2025

Rechecking Request for DAT Prelims

April 1 to 2, 2025

February 17 to 18, 2025

NID DAT 2025 Exam Date (Mains)

April 26 to May 4, 2025

March 3 to April 6, 2025

NID DAT 2025 Mains Result

May 16, 2025

May 6, 2025

Rechecking Request for DAT Mains 2025

May 16 to 17, 2025

May 6 to 7, 2025

How to Check NID DAT Merit List 2025?

The NID DAT merit list for 2025 will be released once the NID DAT results 2025 for both prelims and mains exams are announced. This list will show the overall scores of candidates from both exams. It will also show the cutoff marks for each category and course. Those who make it to the list will qualify for the counselling process. To check the NID DAT 2025 merit list, follow these steps:

  • Go to NID’s official website: admissions.nid.edu.
  • Look for and click on the link for the NID DAT 2025 Merit List.
  • Enter your login details and submit.
  • The merit list will appear in PDF format on your screen.
  • Find your name and download the list for future reference.

Preparation of NID DAT Merit List 2025

The NID DAT merit list 2025 will consider both DAT Prelims and DAT Mains, with the specific weightage for each being shared around the time of result declaration. The importance assigned to Prelims and Mains will be announced during or near the results announcement.

Programme

Exam

Percentage

B.Des

NID DAT Prelims

40%

NID DAT Mains

60%

M.Des

NID DAT Prelims

30%

NID DAT Mains

  • Studio Test - 40%

  • Interviews - 30%

70%

NID DAT 2025 Expected Merit List

The preliminary cut-offs for the first and second NID DAT Merit List 2025 are listed below.

NID DAT Merit List 2025: First Expected List

The National Institute of Design will announce a merit list for all qualified candidates by the end of June 2025, including the number of seats per branch and category, as well as the subsequent cutoff score for all categories. The following is the expected Merit list for NID DAT 2025:

Programs/Category

General Category

OBC-NCL Category

SC Category

ST Category

PH (Horizontal - All Categories)

Masters of Design (MDes)

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score

Animation Film Design

47.32

42.59

37.86

37.86

33.12

Apparel Design

51.04

45.94

40.83

40.83

35.73

Ceramic & Glass Design

55.84

50.26

44.67

44.67

39.09

Design for Retail Experience

59.69

53.72

47.75

47.75

41.78

Digital Game Design

57.94

52.15

46.35

46.35

40.56

Film & Video Communication

58.30

52.47

46.64

46.64

40.81

Furniture Design

57.18

51.46

45.74

45.74

40.03

Graphic Design

60.61

54.55

48.49

48.49

42.43

Information Design

66.43

59.79

53.14

53.14

46.50

Interaction Design

57.14

52.24

45.71

45.71

40.00

Lifestyle Accessory Design

55.86

50.27

44.69

44.69

39.10

New Media Design

50.51

45.46

40.41

40.41

35.36

Photography Design

57.32

51.59

45.86

45.86

40.12

Product Design

52.12

46.91

41.70

41.70

36.48

Strategic Design Management

59.27

53.34

47.42

47.42

41.49

Textile Design

56.55

50.90

45.24

45.24

39.59

Toy & Game Design

57.42

51.68

45.94

45.94

40.19

Transportation & Auto. Design

57.21

51.49

45.77

45.77

40.05

Universal Design

62.03

55.83

49.62

49.62

43.42

Programmes/Category

General Category

OBC-NCL Category

SC Category

ST Category

PH (Horizontal - All Categories)

-

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score (excl. PH)

Cut off score

Bachelor of Design (BDes)

55.76

50.18

44.61

44.61

39.03

NID DAT Merit List 2025: Second Expected List

The National Institute of Design may also release a second merit list based on the number of seats available. Students on the waiting list will be given priority in the second merit list for all postgraduate and undergraduate design programmes offered by the Institute. The following are the expected scores required for admission via the second merit list:

Programs/Category

General Category

OBC-NCL Category

SC Category

ST Category

PH (horizontal - all categories)

Masters of Design (MDes)

(excluding PH)

(excluding PH)

(excluding PH)

(excluding PH)

Score

Animation Film Design

47.32

49.06

56.15

47.43

NA*

Apparel Design

49.99

46.75

50.03

NA*

43.70

Ceramic & Glass Design

51.14

63.52

58.66

NA*

NA*

Design for Retail Experience

59.69

57.21

49.49

NE*

NE*

Digital Game Design

57.94

52.38

57.45

46.59

NA*

Film & Video Communication

58.30

55.13

59.74

NE*

NA*

Furniture Design

57.13

61.13

48.44

NE*

42.99

Graphic Design

60.61

64.36

53.92

51.69

51.25

Information Design

64.12

62.62

NE*

NE*

62.29

Interaction Design

56.34

55.74

51.65

NE*

NE*

Lifestyle Accessory Design

55.86

56.99

50.56

51.92

NE*

New Media Design

50.26

48.21

42.47

NA*

NA*

Photography Design

56.81

64.92

59.41

NE*

NE*

Product Design

52.12

50.33

62.86

57.23

56.13

Strategic Design Management

59.27

54.09

52.68

51.95

NA*

Textile Design

54.86

52.62

NE*

DEC*

42.47

Toy & Game Design

57.42

54.06

54.28

NE*

NA*

Transportation & Auto. Design

57.21

65.34

62.89

49.71

NA*

Universal Design

61.83

59.83

NE*

51.35

DEC*

Programmes/Category

General Category

OBC-NCL Category

SC Category

ST Category

PH (horizontal - all categories)

(excluding PH)

(excluding PH)

(excluding PH)

(excluding PH)

Score

Bachelor of Design (BDes)

55.76

51.63

50.04

50.23

46.76

  • NE* means that no applicant was found eligible for consideration above the relaxed cut-off score
  • NA* indicates that there were no applicants in this category, OR that applicants were shortlisted but did not appear for the studio test or interview
  • DEC* indicates that the eligible applicant declined the admission offer

Declaration of NID DAT 2025 Results

The announcement schedule of the NID DAT 2025 Prelims results varies between the B.Des and M.Des programs. For M.Des applicants, the results will be out on February 17, 2025. Candidates applying for the B.Des program will have to wait for a little longer, as the results will be announced on April 1, 2025. After clearing the DAT Prelims, students will have to appear for the DAT Mains. If you have any concerns or uncertainties about your results, you will have the option to request a result re-check to ensure everything is accurate.

NID DAT 2025 Counselling

Candidates listed in the final merit can join the NID DAT 2025 counselling process. B.Des candidates need to submit their campus preferences during counselling, while M.Des candidates do not need to select any campuses. Seat allocation will depend on a candidate's merit rank in NID DAT 2025. Once seats are assigned, candidates must pay token fees and upload the necessary documents to confirm their seats.

Points to Remember for NID DAT Merit List 2025

Find out the important points of the NID DAT merit list 2025 enlisted below.

  • The first merit list will be based on the performance of the candidates in NID DAT (Prelims). The merit list will display the names of the students who have been shortlisted for NID DAT (Mains).
  • The final merit list of NID DAT will be based on marks obtained in all the rounds of admission.
  • A separate merit list is generated as per the category of the aspirants (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST & PH).
  • Overseas candidates also have a different merit list.
  • If two or more candidates secure the same marks or rank, the tie-breaker policy will be considered for final admission purposes. 

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FAQs about NID DAT Merit List

How many seats are available in NID Madhya Pradesh?

The National Institute of Design (NID) Madhya Pradesh is located in Bhopal. The institute has a four-year undergraduate program of Bachelor of Design (B. Des) and takes 75 students in total, which is split into categories:
- General (GEN): 30 seats
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 8 seats
- Other Backward Class - Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): 20 seats
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 11 seats
Additionally, NID Madhya Pradesh reserved 15% of the total seats for overseas (supernumerary) candidates, and this is a total of 11 seats. The B. Des at NID Madhya Pradesh also offers specializations in:
- Communication Design
- Industrial Design
- Textile and Apparel Design

How many seats are available in NID Haryana?

The National Institute of Design (NID) Haryana in Kurukshetra offers a four-year Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) program to Indian students, with an annual intake of 75 seats. Additionally, 11 seats are designated for overseas (supernumerary) candidates, increasing the total to 86 seats. Communication Design, Industrial Design, and Textile & Apparel Design are among the specialisations offered in the B.Des. program.

How many seats are available in NID Ahmedabad?

The National Institute of Design (NID) Ahmedabad provides a total of 125 seats for its Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) program, which are distributed throughout the following disciplines:
- Animation Film Design: 19 seats
- Exhibition Design: 13 seats
- Film & Video Communication: 13 seats
- Graphic Design: 19 seats
- Ceramic & Glass Design: 13 seats
- Furniture & Interior Design: 13 seats
- Product Design: 19 seats
- Textile Design: 19 seats

How many seats are there for the general category in NID?

The number of general category seats reserved in NID varies annually. However, according to NID DAT Reservation 2025, around 30 seats in each campus are reserved for the general category.

How many students are selected in NID Prelims?

The number of students selected in NID Prelims may vary each year, based on the difficulty level of the exam, the number of applicants, and the number of available seats. Still, a few thousand students qualify for NID Mains from lakhs of students appearing for NID Prelims.

What happens if two or more candidates get the same marks in NID DAT?

If two or more applicants have the same NID DAT score, the following tie-breaking conditions will be used:
- Candidates from reserved categories such as OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and PH will be given preference.
- A team of specialists will evaluate each candidate's portfolio, and the individual with the highest portfolio score will be given precedence.
- Preference will be given to the candidate with the highest Personal Interview score.
- Preference will be given to the elder candidate.

Do overseas candidates have a separate merit list of NID DAT?

Yes, there is a different merit list for abroad candidates for the NID DAT. The National Institute of Design (NID) publishes a separate merit list for international applicants to both the B.Des and M.Des courses. Overseas applicants go through the identical selection procedure as local candidates, with the exception that they do not have to take the NID DAT Prelims. Shortlisted overseas applicants are invited to a Studio Test and Personal Interview based on their portfolios.

What factors determine the final admission of a candidate through NID DAT?

The final admission of a candidate through the NID DAT is determined by the following factors:
- NID DAT Prelims Score
- NID DAT Mains Score
- Studio Test Score
- Personal Interview Score
- Category
- Portfolio

Are category-wise NID DAT merit lists released?

Yes, NID DAT merit lists have been issued per category. The National Institute of Design publishes merit lists separately for each category, which includes General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and PH. This is done to guarantee that all categories have an equal probability of being admitted to NID. The merit lists are created based on the candidates' performance in the NID DAT exam as well as other admission factors such as portfolios. The final merit list is used to select which candidates will be admitted to NID.

My name is not on the merit list of NID DAT Prelims. Can I still sit for the NID DAT Mains?

No, if your name is not on the NID DAT Prelims merit list, you will not be permitted to take the NID DAT Mains. Candidates who have qualified in the NID DAT Prelims are only eligible for the NID DAT Mains. The NID DAT Prelims is a screening test that determines who is qualified to take the NID DAT Mains. The NID DAT Mains is a more demanding examination that evaluates applicants' design skills and inventiveness.

Where can I check the NID DAT merit list?

The NID DAT merit list is available on the National Institute of Design's official website. After the three-stage admission procedure is completed, the merit list is published on the website. To view the merit list, you must first log into your NID DAT account. You will be able to see your rank on the merit list once you have logged in.

Who releases the merit list of NID DAT?

The National Institute of Design releases the merit list for the NID DAT exam. The merit list is published on the official NID website after the completion of the three-stage admission process.

How many NID DAT merit lists are released?

Every year, the National Institute of Design publishes two merit lists for the NID DAT exam:
- NID DAT Prelims Merit List: This list is based on the applicants' NID DAT Prelims exam scores.
- Final Merit List: The candidates' total performance in the NID DAT Prelims test, Studio Test, and Personal Interview is used to create this list.

When is the merit list of NID DAT released?

The merit list for NID DAT 2025 will be declared along with the final result. The final result for the B.Des course will be announced on May 16, 2025, and for the M.Des course on May 6, 2025.

What is the NID DAT merit list?

The NID DAT merit list is a ranking of all applicants to the National Institute of Design (NID) based on their performance in the NID DAT test and other admission criteria such as category and portfolio. The merit list is used to decide which candidates would be admitted to NID.

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