The National Institute of Design (NID) has released the admit cards for its Design Aptitude Test (DAT) Prelims exam 2026 . This is an important step for students who wish to study design at NID. The admit cards became available today, December 11, 2025 . Students can download their admit cards from the official NID website, which is admissions.nid.edu/NIDA2026 . The institute confirmed that the admit cards were released by 4:00 PM .
The NID DAT Prelims exam 2026 is scheduled for December 21, 2025 . It is a crucial entrance test for students aiming for design courses. All registered candidates must download and print their admit cards. A hard copy of the admit card is compulsory to enter the exam centre. Without this printed document, students will not be allowed to sit for the exam.
Important Dates for NID DAT Prelims 2026
Keep these dates in mind for the NID DAT Prelims exam:
| Event | Date |
| NID DAT Prelims Admit Card Release | December 11, 2025 |
| NID DAT Prelims Exam Date | December 21, 2025 |
Steps to Download NID DAT Prelims Admit Card 2026
Follow these simple instructions to get your admit card online:
- First, open your web browser and go to the official NID admissions website: admissions.nid.edu/NIDA2026 .
- On the homepage, find and click on the link that says "NID DAT Prelims Admit Card 2026".
- The website will ask for your login information. Enter your registered email ID in the first box.
- Then, enter your date of birth in the required format.
- Click on the submit button to proceed.
- Your NID DAT Prelims Admit Card 2026 will then show up on your screen.
- Carefully check all the details mentioned on the admit card for any errors.
- Finally, download the admit card and take a clear printout. Make sure the printout is easy to read.
It is important to keep this printed admit card safe. You will need it on the exam day and possibly for future admission processes.
Check Details on Your NID DAT Prelims Admit Card 2026
After downloading, review all the information on your admit card. This includes:
- Your Application Number
- Your full name as registered
- Your assigned Roll Number
- Your Date of Birth
- The exact Date of the Exam
- The specific Exam Timing
- The Reporting Time you must reach the centre
- The Gate Closing Time for the exam centre
- The total Duration of the Exam
- The unique Exam Centre Code
- The complete Address of your Exam Centre
- Your Photograph, which should be clear
- Your Signature
- All essential Exam Guidelines and instructions
If you notice any wrong information or a mistake on your admit card, you must contact the NID authorities right away. Do not wait until the exam day. Get any errors corrected before December 21, 2025 .
What to Bring on Exam Day
On the day of the NID DAT Prelims exam , students must carry these two important items:
- Your printed hard copy of the NID DAT Prelims Admit Card 2026 .
- A valid government-issued photo identity (ID) proof. Examples include your Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License. Make sure the ID is original and not a photocopy.
Entry to the exam hall will be denied if you do not have both your admit card and a valid photo ID. Also, remember to read all the instructions mentioned on your admit card. Plan to reach your exam centre well before the reporting time to avoid any delays or stress.
