- By Swati Kumar
- Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:25 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
NID MDes Mains 2026 Exam Dates Out: The National Institute of Design (NID) has released the exam dates for the NID DAT MDes Studio Test and Interview Rounds. The Studio Test is scheduled for March 8, 2026, followed by the Interview Rounds from March 21 to April 1, 2026. The NID DAT MDes Prelims was held on December 21, 2026. Candidates have to clear both stages for admission to MDes courses at participating design colleges.
NID MDes Mains 2026: Steam-Wise Exam Schedule
Check out the stream-wise exam schedule for the MDes Studio Test and Interview rounds. Candidates appearing for these rounds must plan their travel according to the exam city allotted to them.
Faculty Stream | Discipline | Studio Test Date | Interview Dates | Centre City |
Industrial Design | Ceramic & Glass, Furniture & Interior, Toy & Game, Product, Transportation, Universal | March 8, 2026 | March 21–25, 2026 | Ahmedabad |
Communication Design | Animation Film, Film & Video, Graphic, Photography | March 8, 2026 | March 27–April 1, 2026 | Ahmedabad |
Interdisciplinary Design | Design for Retail, Strategic Management | March 8, 2026 | March 21–25, 2026 | Bengaluru |
IT-Integrated Design | Digital Game, Information, New Media, Interaction | March 8, 2026 | March 27 March–April 1, 2026 | Bengaluru |
Textile & Apparel (TALAD) | Lifestyle Accessory, Apparel, Textile | March 8, 2026 | March 21–25, 2026 | Gandhinagar |
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Candidates must visit the official website regularly for any updates regarding the exam. Ensure you attend both the studio test and interview rounds as per the exam schedule. In case of any conflicts, submit your queries through the official website within the deadline. Carry your admit card along with a valid government ID issued ID to the exam centre.