NID
NID 2025 Syllabus – Subject-Wise Topics, Weightage & Exam Highlights
Design
Updated on 2025
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NID - National Institute of Design Entrance Exam Syllabus Highlights
NID - National Institute of Design Entrance Exam Basic Information
Subject-wise Weightage
Creative Ability Test (CAT)
General Aptitude Test (GAT)
Nid - National Institute Of Design Entrance Exam Syllabus Highlights
The NID - National Institute of Design Entrance Exam syllabus is based on Aptitude, Creative Skills & General Awareness, applicable for year 2025. The official syllabus is published on the exam portal.
Nid - National Institute Of Design Entrance Exam Basic Information
| Name | NID - National Institute of Design Entrance Exam |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Institute of Design (NID) |
| Syllabus Based On | Aptitude, Creative Skills & General Awareness |
| Total Marks | - |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Descriptive, Drawing/Sketching, Model Making, Group Tasks, Personal Interview |
| Subjects Covered | Creative Ability Test (CAT), General Aptitude Test (GAT) |
Subject-wise Weightage
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Ability Test (CAT) | - | 70 marks (for Prelims, approximate) |
| General Aptitude Test (GAT) | - | 30 marks (for Prelims, approximate) |
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Creative Ability Test (Cat)
| Topic Name | Weightage | Important Concepts |
|---|---|---|
| Drawing Skills & Visualization | - |
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| Design Thinking & Creativity | - |
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| Color, Composition & Aesthetics | - |
|
General Aptitude Test (Gat)
| Topic Name | Weightage | Important Concepts |
|---|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | - |
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| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | - |
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| Verbal & Numerical Ability | - |
|
Applicable Degrees
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
Master of Design (M.Des)
Institutions accepting NID
Approximately 7 primary NID campuses, with other private institutions also accepting scores
National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
National Institute of Design, Gandhinagar
National Institute of Design, Bengaluru
National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh
National Institute of Design, Haryana
National Institute of Design, Madhya Pradesh
National Institute of Design, Assam
Shiv Nadar University
World University of Design
IILM School of Design, Gurgaon
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