NID DAT 2027: Apply by November 30 for CEPT BDes admissions

CEPT University has confirmed it will accept National Institute of Design (NID) DAT 2027 Mains scores for admission to its Bachelor’s in Design (Honours) program for the academic session 2027-28. The National Institute of Design Ahmedabad released an official notification regarding this arrangement, authorizing CEPT University to use NID DAT 2027 Mains scores for select seats.

This decision supports admissions for prospective design students, allowing them to use a single entrance examination score for entry into specific seats at CEPT University’s BDes program. The application window for NID DAT 2027 is currently open and will close on November 30, 2026.

NID DAT 2027 Application Process and Deadline

The application process for NID DAT 2027 is ongoing, with the deadline set for November 30, 2026. Candidates interested in applying for the Bachelor’s in Design (Honours) program at CEPT University, using NID DAT 2027 Mains scores, must complete their NID DAT application before this date. The application window will remain open until 11:59 PM on November 30, 2026.

To register for NID DAT 2027, candidates are required to visit the official NID admissions portal, admissions.nid.edu. The registration involves several steps, including selecting a program, signing up, and entering personal details such as nationality, category, and date of birth. An active email address and mobile number are necessary for OTP verification during the process. After logging in, applicants must fill out the application form with their personal and educational details, upload a photograph, signature, and supporting certificates, and pay the requisite application fee. Upon successful completion, candidates should download or save the confirmation page.

CEPT University Bdes Admissions Using NID DAT Scores

CEPT University has confirmed the acceptance of NID DAT 2027 Mains scores for its BDes admissions for the 2027-28 academic session. This confirmation was made public through the university’s official social media channel. The National Institute of Design Ahmedabad has officially authorized CEPT University to proceed with this arrangement for select seats within its Bachelor’s in Design (Honours) program.

While NID DAT 2027 Mains scores will be considered for admission, CEPT University will maintain autonomy over its intake process. The university will manage the admissions for these specific seats through its own application and counselling portals. This means that candidates who qualify based on their NID DAT 2027 Mains scores will likely need to follow CEPT University’s separate application and counselling procedures to secure their admission.

Further reading

• Apply for B.Des entrance exams NID DAT, UCEED, NIFT by April
• NID DAT 2027 application opens: apply by 30 November for B.Des exams
• NIFT 2027 lateral entry admission registration open; apply by November 16
• CEED 2027 registration extended: apply by November 5 with regular fee
• Design college entrance exams 2026: NIFT, UCEED, CEED registration to open October–December Applications open
• NID DAT: complete exam guide

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