What is National Institute of Design (NID) known for?
National Institute of Design (NID) offers Bachelor Of Design, Master Of Design across 15 active programme records.
National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad – 2026 Overview
public · Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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15Active programmes
4Student reviews
5.0Average rating
2Placement years
About National Institute of Design (NID)
History and Background
About National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad The National Institute of Design in Ahmedabad was set up in 1961 and is one of India's oldest design schools. It is a statutory body under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The National Institute of Design Act, 2014 declared it an Institution of National Importance. The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research also recognises NID as a scientific and industrial research organisation. Ahmedabad is NID's main campus and the only one that runs the four-year Bachelor of Design. The postgraduate programme also uses the Gandhinagar and Bengaluru campuses. B.Des. in Communication Design, Industrial Design, Textile, Apparel, Lifestyle and Accessory Design, and Ceramic and Glass Design (Ahmedabad only) M.Des., a two-and-a-half-year programme in a wide range of specialisations, across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar and Bengaluru Admission to both B.Des. and M.Des. is through NID's own Design Aptitude Test (DAT), which runs in two stages. Candidates first take the DAT Prelims, and those who qualify move on to the DAT Mains, whose format depends on the programme. NID publishes a separate admissions handbook for each programme every year with dates, seat details and eligibility. M.Des. Prelims are usually held in December. NID has also shaped how design is taught across India. Its publications include a book edited by the late I.S. Mathur on training design teachers, and the institute continues to hold exhibitions and discussions on drawing and on the future of design education.
Campus and Location
Established in 1961. Located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Paldi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Courses and Programmes Offered
Bachelor Of Design Programmes
- B.Design Animation Film Design – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X · Bachelor Of Design profile
- B.Design Ceramic & Glass Design – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X
- B.Design Exhibition Design – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X
- B.Design Film & Video Communication – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X
- B.Design Furniture & Interior Design – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X
- B.Design Graphic Design – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X
- B.Design Product Design – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X
- B.Design Textile Design – 4 years – The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X
Master Of Design Programmes
- Master of Design (M.Design) Animation Film Design – 2 years – The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India. · Master Of Design profile
- Master of Design (M.Design) Ceramic & Glass Design – 2 years – The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India.
- Master of Design (M.Design) Film & Video Communication – 2 years – The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India.
- Master of Design (M.Design) Furniture and Interior Design – 2 years – The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India.
- Master of Design (M.Design) Graphic Design – 2 years – The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India.
- Master of Design (M.Design) Product Design – 2 years – The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India.
- Master of Design (M.Design) Textile Design – 2 years – The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India.
Admission Process and Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria by Programme
- Bachelor Of Design: The candidates possessing any of the following academic qualification will be eligible for admission- 10+2 examinations in any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, etc.) from any recognised board of education such as CBSE, IB, ICSE Senior secondary school examination under the National Institute of Open Schooling, with a minimum of five subjects. AICTE approved three-year Full time Diploma after Class X.
- Master Of Design: The candidate should have passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 year duration in any specialization from any university or institute recognised by law in India..
How to Apply
Check the relevant programme eligibility, follow the mapped entrance-exam or university counselling route, and confirm dates, documents and fees on the official admission notice.
Placements and Recruiters
Placement Highlights by Programme
2023₹30 LPA
Bachelor Of Design (2023): Highest ₹30 LPA, Average ₹8 LPA.
Master Of Design (2017): .
Top Recruiters
Ashok Leyland, CTS(Cognizant technology Solution), GE Healthcare, General Motors, Godrej & Boyce, Hindustan Unilever Limited, Honeywell, infosys, JP Morgan, LG Electronics, LNJ Bhilwara Group, Logitech, Mahindra & Mahindra, Myntra Designs Pvt. Ltd., oracle, Red Bus, Tanishq, Titan Industries, TOSHIBA CORPORATION, Trident Group, VIP, Whirlpool, Wipro, Zomato and others (24 recruiters in database).
Placement Data Disclaimer
Package units, currency and placement percentages are not fully specified in the source. Treat these figures as indicative and verify the latest official placement report.
Student Reviews and Ratings
Overall Student Ratings
- Total active reviews: 4
- Average overall rating: 5.0/5
- Infrastructure: 4.8/5
- Hostel: 4.3/5
- Clubs/Activities: 4.3/5
- Faculty: 4.8/5
- Admission: Not recorded
Faculty and Departments
Key Faculty Members
- Pradyumna Vyas – Director
- Aarti Srivastava – Coordinator, Textile Design
- Ajay Kumar Tiwari – Professor (Post graduate degree (Botany))
- Amit Sinha – Professor (BA Sociology (H))
- Chakradhar Saswade – Professor (P.hD)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the main courses at National Institute of Design (NID)?
National Institute of Design (NID) lists B.Design Animation Film Design, B.Design Ceramic & Glass Design, B.Design Exhibition Design, B.Design Film & Video Communication, B.Design Furniture & Interior Design, and other programmes.
How are placements at National Institute of Design (NID)?
Placement records are available for 2 programme-year record(s), including average and highest package values where reported.
What is the average package at National Institute of Design (NID)?
The available placement records include average package values such as ₹8 LPA. Values can vary by year and programme.
What is the student rating of National Institute of Design (NID)?
National Institute of Design (NID) has an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 from 4 active review(s).
Which recruiters are associated with National Institute of Design (NID)?
The available records include recruiters such as Ashok Leyland, CTS(Cognizant technology Solution), GE Healthcare, General Motors, Godrej & Boyce, Hindustan Unilever Limited.
Is National Institute of Design (NID) government or private?
National Institute of Design (NID) is recorded as a public in the current profile data.
Where is National Institute of Design (NID) located?
National Institute of Design (NID) is listed in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Data note: Fees, placements, rankings and reviews are recorded evidence and may change by batch, category, role, recruiter mix or academic year. Verify the latest official information before applying.