NID Application Form 2026 (Closed): Correction Window (Open), Fees & How to Edit

Overview: To secure a seat in the prestigious National Institute of Design (NID), the aspirants need to fill an online NID Application form and register for the entrance exam in 2026. Forms for NID registration 2026 are now open. Candidates also need to upload a few documents to complete the process. Understanding the step-by-step process of filling the form will ensure you do not make any mistakes or miss any details. (Direct link will be added as soon as the application form for NID 2026 comes out).

Latest Updates on NID 2026 Registration

• NID DAT 2026 Registration is now CLOSED.
• NID doesn't accept any late applications under any circumstances, even with late fess.
• The last date to apply for NID 2026 was 1st December 2025 till midnight.
• DAT Prelims exam will be held on December 21, 2025.
• Admit cards for registered candidates will be available online to download from 4 pm Thursday, 11 December 2025, on NID official website.

Every year NID conducts it's entrance exam, Design Aptitude Test (DAT) to allow students in it's undergraduate and post-graduate program. This exam is conducted in two phases- NID Prelims & NID Mains. Candidates who qualify in both the exams and clear the cut-off can then get a seat for professional design courses at their chosen NID colleges in India. 

Filling out the NID 2026 application form is an essential first step to appear for the entrance exam. Although it's not rocket science! However, the smallest mistake can lead to the rejection of your candidature. 

The NID application form 2026 pdf is released online on NID's official website every year. Read the post to understand how to apply for the NID entrance exam 2026 and get complete guidance on required documents, application fees, and more.

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NID 2026 Application Form Dates

Check out the table below to know all the important events related to the NID DAT 2026 entrance exam:

Events	Dates (Tentative)
Release of NID 2026 Notification	September 11th 2025
Start Date- NID Application Form 2026 Date	September 11, 2025 start of registration
NID Registration Last Date	December 1, 2025 - 11:59 pm (midnight)
Window to Edit the application forms	4 pm Tuesday, 02 December 2025 to 11:59 pm (midnight) Thursday, 04 December 2025
NID admit card download begins for NID DAT Prelims	4 pm Thursday, 11 December 2025
NID DAT Prelims exam date 2026	Sunday, 21 December 2025
Declaration of NID DAT Prelims Results	B.Des - Tuesday, 07 April 2026 M.Des - Tuesday, 17 February 2026

NID Application Form 2026 - Correction Window (NOW CLOSED) & Step-by-step Process

The National Institute of Design provides an opportunity to edit the NID Online Registration Form. For 2026, you can edit your NID application form in the below mentioned specified window:

4 PM December 2, 2025 to December 4, 2025 midnight.

After this period, you can not change any detail in the registration form for NID. Also, note that you can only make changes in specific fields.

As per an amendment made on 27 October 2025, following changes have been introduced:

• Candidates can now change both their category and gender during the edit window.
• If the new category or gender attracts a higher application fee, the difference must be paid online.
• No refund will be issued if the change leads to a lower fee.
• No requests for change in category or gender (after the “Window to Edit the Application Form” closes) will be permitted during the subsequent stages of the admissions process.
• On verification, even after admissions, if the information/document/ category certificate are found to be incorrect / invalid, the candidature of such candidate will summarily stand cancelled.

Editable Fields	Non-Editable Fields
Candidate’s category (General, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, PwD)	Programme Applied In
Gender (change allowed in 2026 as per amendment)	Name of the Candidate
Educational qualifications	Date of Birth
Communication address	Registered Mobile Number
Test centre preference	Registered Email ID
Upload of new/updated certificates or documents	—
Photograph/Signature (if incorrectly uploaded)	—

Note that:

Candidates must complete all steps (including payment and re-submission) before the deadline, or the changes will not be saved. Once saved, candidates should print the revised application form as confirmation of successful update. 

Read more: NID 2026 Admit Card

How to Edit NID Application Form 2026?

You can follow the steps mentioned below to edit the registration form for the NID Exam.

Steps	Action
Step - 1	Visit admissions.nid.edu
Step - 2	Log in using your NID 2026 registration number and password
Step - 3	Click on the ‘Edit NID Application Form’ option
Step - 4	Make necessary corrections in allowed fields
Step - 5	Review your form carefully and ensure all updates are correct
Step - 6	Pay additional fees (if applicable) and proceed to the final submission
Step - 7	Download and print the revised application form for future reference

How to Retrieve Password for the NID DAT Application Form 2026?

If you forget your password while filling out the NID 2026 application form, follow the simple steps mentioned below.

• Visit the official website.
• Click on "Forgot Enrolment ID". Then, provide a mobile number and email ID. You will receive an enrolment ID via SMS/E-mail.
• If you forget the password, click "Forgot Enrolment ID or Password?"
• Click on "Request for an OTP".
• Provide a mobile number, email ID, and enrolment ID.
• You can reset the password with the help of OTP received via SMS.

Read more: Short tricks to crack the NID interview on the first attempt

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What is NID Application Form 2026 - Key Highlights

The National Institute of Design (NID) uses the / DAT (Design Aptitude Test) for admissions to B.Des and M.Des programmes. The application is submitted online only through NID’s admission portal at admissions.nid.edu.

Exam Name	NID DAT (Design Aptitude Test)
Programmes	B.Des and M.Des
Application Mode	Online only at admissions.nid.edu
Validity of Score	1 year
Exam Stages	NID DAT Prelims & Mains
Application Form Last Date (Expected)	1 December 2025 (midnight)

Must Read: NID Most Important Topics 2026

Step-by-Step Process on How to Fill NID Application Form 2026

Want to understand how to register for the NID entrance exam through official website? Follow these instructions to fill your NID application form 2026 correctly:

Step 1: Signup

1. Go to admissions.nid.edu. Confirm that URL is correct (look for “admissions.nid.edu” with nid.edu domain).

2. In the 'Important Updates' section, you'll see- "Admissions 2026-27 for B.Des. & M.Des. is now OPEN."

3. Click “Signup” under the “How to Apply” section.

4. Enter:

• Full Name (exactly as per your 10th/12th certificate)
• Date of Birth (format: as required; double check digits)
• Email address (valid, one you check often)
• Mobile number
• Choose a secure password

5. Submit, and then verify your email (you’ll receive a link) or OTP on mobile or registered email id.

6. After verification, login with your credentials. Do not use temporary/transitional email; once registered, NID DAT 2026 registration details like name/date of birth may not be editable.

Common Errors in this Step & How to Avoid:

1) Mistyping name or DOB (causes mismatch with official documents).

2) Using block letters or different spellings (e.g., “Aqib” vs “Akib”) - be consistent with official records.

3) Setting weak password, losing access to registered email or mobile.

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Step 2: Fill in the Application Form - Personal & Educational Details

1. After login, you will see the student application dashboard in the application form. NID DAT 2026 registration details on it includes:

• Personal Details
• Name, DOB, Gender
• Nationality
• Category (General / SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS)
• PwD (Yes/No)
• Contact Address (permanent / correspondence) 

2. Educational Details:

• School / Board of 10th, Year of Passing, Marks obtained
• School / Board of 12th, Year, Marks
• For PG applicants: Bachelor’s degree details (institution, year, marks)

3. If appearing in the qualifying exam, enter ‘Appearing’ in exam status. If passed the qualifying exam already, enter ‘passed’.

4. Course / Programme Selection

• Choose B.Des or M.Des as applicable.
• For M.Des, sometimes select one or two disciplines.

5. From this year, you’ll also be required to required to submit quick write ups about your interest in NID.

Mistakes to avoid in this step:

1) Wrong board names / abbreviations (use the exact name as on certificate).

2) Entering percentage marks vs CGPA wrongly (if the form asks one). Convert correctly if needed.

3) Selecting wrong programme or discipline (once submitted, changing may not be possible).

Read more: NID 2026 Admission

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Step-3: Campus Preference Selection

The application form will ask you to indicate campus preference(s). This is usually an ordered list where you rank the campuses by priority (for example: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Bengaluru, and so on). You'll be required to fill 5 preference in order of your choice.

Why campus preference matters: 

Different campuses may offer different specializations, seat counts, faculty, facilities, and placement records. Plus, the admission process often considers your application in the context of both your merit and your ranked campus choices.

How to choose and rank campuses: 

1. Check discipline availability: Some programs or specializations are available only at specific campuses - confirm this before ranking.

2. Research strengths: Look into each campus’s studio facilities, faculty profiles, industry links, internship and placement records, and alumni network.

3. Consider location & costs: Think about relocation, living costs, and personal preference.

4. Rank realistically: Put your top choice first but include strong backup campuses lower down. If the portal allows multiple preferences, use them; a single choice increases risk if competition is high.

5. Seat matrix & reservation: Different campuses may have different seat distributions; if possible, check seat availability or historic cutoffs for those campuses.

Step 4: Upload Documents

Uploading documents correctly is one of the most critical steps of filling NID application form 2026. Here are the common requirements (based on past years) and specifications for each you must check:

Document	File Format	Size Limit	Dimensions / Quality
Photo	JPG / JPEG	As specified (usually around 50-100 KB or possibly more)	Clear, recent, good lighting
Signature	JPG / JPEG	Similar small size	Signature in blue/black ink, on plain background
Certificate scans (Category / PwD)	PDF / JPG (depending on instructions)	Typically ≤ 1 MB (or whatever NID specifies)	Legible text, all edges visible
Passport (if needed)	PDF / JPG	Check spec	Clear details, no blur

Checklist of documents to be uploaded by candidates submitting their application under reserved category at the time of applying online are summarized as under:

Applicants	Photo	Signature	Certificate	Valid documents to be submitted
General	Yes	Yes	No	---
General EWS	Yes	Yes	Yes	EWS Certificate
OBC-NCL	Yes	Yes	Yes	OBC-NCL Certificate
SC	Yes	Yes	Yes	Caste Certificate
ST	Yes	Yes	Yes	Tribe Certificate
General-PwD	Yes	Yes	Yes	Disability Certificate and/or UDID Card*
GEN-EWS-PwD	Yes	Yes	Yes	EWS Certificate
				Disability Certificate and/or UDID Card *
OBC-NCL-PwD	Yes	Yes	Yes	OBC-NCL Certificate
				Disability Certificate and/or UDID Card *
SC-PwD	Yes	Yes	Yes	Caste Certificate
				Disability Certificate and/or UDID Card *
ST-PwD	Yes	Yes	Yes	Tribe Certificate
				Disability Certificate and/or UDID Card *
Overseas	Yes	Yes	No	First page of Passport
				Last page of Passport
				OCI/PIO Card, if opted in the application form

*If a PwD candidate is using the facility of the scribe or compensatory time, they have to select relevant options, while filling the online application form and upload a valid Disability Certificate and/or UDID card.

Tips:

1) Scan documents at appropriate resolution (not too small so text is unreadable; not too large to exceed upload limit).

2) Check color vs black-white requirements. Usually color is allowed.

3) Ensure the certificate is from the proper authority and has date & sign.

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Step 5: Payment of Application Fee

1. After filling in all required fields and uploading docs, go to Payment section.

2. Choose payment method: usually online (credit card, debit card, net-banking, UPI). Sometimes for overseas, other options.

3. Fee varies by programme (B.Des / M.Des), number of disciplines (in PG), and by category (General / OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD). Always check the latest fee schedule in the NID Admissions Handbook.

Mistakes to avoid in this step:

1) Make sure you select correct category while paying; mismatch may result in incorrect NID 2026 fee or rejection.

2) Keep transaction reference / fee receipt - download or screenshot.

3) Don’t wait till last hour; payment gateway issues often happen in peak times.

Step 6: Review, Submit & Print Confirmation

1. Before hitting “Submit,” go through every field once again: personal details, educational info, document uploads.

2. Correct any errors in spelling, marks, date, category, etc.

3. Submit the form. After submission, you’ll usually get a confirmation page or email. Download / print that confirmation.

4. Similarly, print or save the payment receipt / acknowledgement.

Step 7: Download Admit Card / Hall Ticket

1. After your application is accepted and verified, NID will release the admit card / hall ticket on Thursday, 11 December 2025, 4 pm.

2. Download it from the admissions portal using your login credentials.

3. Check that your photograph, printed name, exam centre, exam date etc. are correct on the admit card. If there is any mismatch, contact NID helpline immediately.

NID Application Form 2026 Fees

The application fee for NID B.Des program is INR 3000/- for general category candidates and INR 1500/- for SC/ST/PwD. With extra fee to be paid for late registration. For M.Des program the application fee structure is same for all the categories except for additional fees, if you are looking to apply for additional discipline.

You can pay the NID form fees only online using either a debit or credit card. Check out the image below for the detailed category-wise NID form fees 2026 .

Application Fee for NID M.Des program is same as B.Des, if applying for a single discipline. The fees gets doubled, if you choose to apply for 2 disciplines.

Read more: Short tricks to crack the NID exam on the first attempt

Documents to Upload in NID Application Form 2026

You must have the below-listed documents required for NID application form 2026 to keep handy while filling out the online NID 2026 registration form. 

• Passport size photograph
• Signature
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate (if applicable)
• First page and last page of Passport for overseas students

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Specifications for Uploading Documents in the NID Form

Here is brief information about the specifications for uploading documents in the registration form for NID 2026.

Document	Specifications	Format	Size
Passport size photograph	The photograph must be in colour with a white background and taken in a professional studio. Photographs with self-composed portraits will not be accepted. of 75 KB and a maximum size of 100 KB. Facial features should occupy about 80% of the area in the photograph, with a clear view of the whole face directly looking into the camera. The hair of the head, any cloth, or any shadow must not cover the main features of the face. The forehead, eyes, nose, cheeks, lips, and chin should be visible.	The digital version of your passport-sized photograph will be uploaded in JPG/JPEG format	Minimum size 50 KB, maximum size Minimum 200 KB
Signature	The signature must be in black only and written on a white background. Before uploading, you must scan the signature. Mobile phone photographs of signatures are not acceptable.	JPG/JPEG	Minimum size 50 KB, maximum size Minimum 200 KB
Caste certificate (if applicable)	Should be issued by State Government-authorized authorities, such as the District Magistrate, Deputy Commissioner, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), or Tehsildar, depending on the specific state and location.	PDF	Up to 1 MB
Disability certificate (if applicable)	As per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 (RPwD Act 2016), persons with benchmark disabilities qualify for reservation of seats under the PwD category. You must upload the scanned copy of the Disability certificate and/or Unique Disability ID (UDID) issued by Department of Empowerment of Person with Disability (available at http://www.swavlambancard.gov.in) while filling the online Application Form. No documents shall be entertained by email or any other means of communication.	PDF	Up to 1 MB
Passport (for overseas students)	Image of the first and the last page of the Passport	JPG/JPEG	Up to 1 MB

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Additional Relevant Information

1. Eligibility Criteria: It’s essential to check that you satisfy the eligibility (age, educational qualification, etc.) before you dive into how to register for the NID entrance exam through official website. NID will disqualify even paid applications if you don’t meet criteria.
2. Correction Window / Edit Option: After submitting, NID sometimes provides a correction window for certain fields. However, fields like Name, DOB, Category are usually not editable. Note down what is allowed and when.
3. Important Dates: Always track release of the NID form, last date for submission, date for Design Aptitude Test (DAT) prelims & mains. Missing any date means losing the chance for that year.
4. Programmes & Campuses: NID has multiple campuses (Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Bengaluru, etc.) and offers different programmes (B.Des / M.Des). When selecting your campus, check availability, discipline, seats.
5. Handbook / Instructions PDF: Always download the admissions handbook; it contains sample images, precise specifications, FAQ, etc. Helps avoid misunderstandings.

NID 2026 Application Form: Final Checklist

After filling in all your details, submitting required documents and paying the NID application fee, the next step is to submit the form, download the NID registration 2026 confirmation and save it's copy. You may also email it to yourself just in case, so that there remains no chance of misplacing it. This may seem minor but it's a very important step. We also suggest that before clicking the 'Submit' button, you double check the following details:

- Spelling of your name

- Educational Details

- Exam centre and course you chose

- Uploaded images + documents

After submission, also take physical printouts of the confirmation page for record, as you might need it during admit card download, studio test/interview round, or final admission & verification round.

Next, save your login credentials and application number safe. This might be required throughout the admission process.

Also Read: All about NID Ahmedabad Campus

Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filling NID Application Form 2026

Mistake	Consequence	How to Avoid
Wrong name / inequality with certificates	Rejection or inability to verify identity	Use exact spelling as per 10th / 12th certificate; cross-check before submit
Blurred or improperly scanned documents	Upload gets rejected; delays	Use a good scanner / camera; preview the file; ensure readability
Exceeding file size or wrong format	Upload fails	Read specs in handbook; compress or convert file properly
Wrong programme or discipline selected	You may not be considered for your intended stream	Read course descriptions; double check choice before submitting
Missing last date / waiting for extension	Miss application window	Note deadlines; apply a few days before due date
Payment failures or delays in gateway	Application not complete; may lose seat	Use stable internet; do payment in off-peak hours; screenshot proof

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NID Eligibility Criteria 2026

Before filling the NID B.Des / M.Des application, check whether you meet the eligibility conditions:

For B.Des:

1. Must have passed or be appearing in 12th (10+2) in any stream from a recognized board.

2. Age:

Candidate’s Category	Age Eligibility Criteria
General / General EWS /Overseas candidates	born on or after 1 July 2005
SC/ST/OBC-NCL	born on or after 1 July 2002
PwD	born on or after 1 July 2000

For M.Des:

1. Must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline or be in the final year.

2. Age:

Candidate’s Category	Age Eligibility Criteria
General / General EWS /Overseas candidates	born on or after 1 July 1994
SC/ST/OBC-NCL	born on or after 1 July 1991
PwD	born on or after 1 July 1989

Failing eligibility checks can lead to rejection even after successful form submission.

Key Takeaways

• Navigating how to apply for the NID entrance exam 2026 requires meticulous planning and attention to detail.
• The NID application form for 2026 entrance exam will be released online and is expected to start in October 2025.
• By understanding the key requirements for NID 2026 registration, preparing necessary documents, and adhering to deadlines, applicants can increase their chances of securing a coveted spot at NID.
• Remember, a well-crafted application is your first impression, so invest time presenting your best self and ensure timely payment of the NID form fee.

Now that you've understood the entire step-by-step process of filling NID Application Form 2026, here's the direct link to NID 2026 registration:

NID 2026 Registration Link - Register Now and Fill Out Your Application Form Today!

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