Overview: The National Institute of Design has rescheduled the BDes DAT 2024 Prelims results for April 4, originally scheduled for March 28. Discover what initiated the schedule to change, how to check results, and the specific tie-breaking policy. 

The National Institute of Design (NID) has officially postponed the announcement of the Design Aptitude Test (DAT) Prelims results for the Bachelor of Design (BDes) program for the year 2024. The institute has rescheduled the result declaration for April 4, 2024, which had originally been scheduled for March 28. This shift has an impact on a large number of candidates nationally who are competing for a spot at one of India's most famous design colleges. 

The news was made through NID's official admissions portal, admissions.nid.edu, where students would finally be able to view their NID DAT results. While the institute did not identify the reasons for the delay, the wait raises candidates' anticipation and anxiety. 

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How to Check NID DAT Prelims Result 2024? 

NID has provided clear instructions to candidates on how to check their DAT Prelims results online.

After the NID DAT Prelims results are released, candidates can follow these steps to check where they stand.

Steps to check NID DAT Results 2024: 

• Step 1: Visit the official website at admissions.nid.edu  
• Step 2: On the homepage, click on the link given for BDes DAT Prelims 2024 result 
• Step 3: A new window will open, enter your login ID and password. 
• Step 4: Your NID DAT 2024 prelims result will be displayed on the screen 
• Step 5: Download the result and get a hard copy of it for further reference. 

Check here: NID DAT Result 2024

Important Dates for NID BDes DAT 2024 Admissions 

Event	Previously Scheduled Date	Revised Date
Prelims Result Announcement	March 28, 2024	April 4, 2024
Main Exam Admit Card Availability	N/A	April 14, 2024
Main Exam Dates	N/A	April 27-28, 2024

Read more: NID DAT M.Des Prelims 2024 Results Announced

Provision for Rechecking NID DAT Results 2024 and Further Steps 

Acknowledging the competitive and high-stakes nature of the DAT Prelims, NID offered applicants with the option of requesting a recheck of the results, indicating the institution's commitment to transparency and accuracy. Furthermore, the institute will disclose the weightage criteria for prelims and mains, which are important for determining the merit list for admission to the BDes program. 

Candidates selected from the preliminary exams will advance to the DAT Main Exam, which is scheduled for April 27 and 28, 2024. Admit cards for the main examination will be issued beginning April 14, 2024, allowing candidates plenty of time to prepare for mains. 

Read more: NID DAT Exam Analysis 2024

Tie-Breaking Policy for NID DAT 2024 

In the event of a tie, if applicants receive identical marks, NID will use a unique tie-breaking policy to distribute ranks, as outlined below: 

• Preference to Part B Scores: Higher ranks will be awarded based on superior marks in Part B of the DAT Prelims. 
• Consideration of Part A Scores: If the tie persists, scores in Part A will determine the higher rank. 
• Equal Ranking: If the tie remains unresolved, candidates will share the same rank. 

Know more: NID DAT Counselling 2024

Conclusion 

The postponement of the BDes DAT 2024 Prelims results marks a significant moment in the academic calendar for design education in India. The admissions process at NID has been widely anticipated due to its status as a top university in design education. As candidates prepare for the updated result date, the emphasis is on patience and preparation for the next steps of the admissions process. The institute's commitment to fairness and truth, as indicated by its extensive announcement and standards, reassures students of the integrity of the admissions process. 

Also read: NID Admission Process