NID Examination  Pattern

GDPD PROGRAMME IN DESIGN

The candidates applying for GDPD programme in design will be administered with Creative Ability Test (CAT) for the entrance examination.   Creative Ability Test :  This paper is of 3 hrs. The questions are set to test : 

• Observation Power

• Utilisation of form, color, shapes

• Innovative ways to look at and describe objects and environment.

• Imaginative expression

• Drawing & proportion sense

Studio Test : Short listed candidates from the entrance examination are required to undergo a Studio test. This test evaluates the candidate’s skills for materials handling and innovative ability on a given situation with a given set of materials. After this they are called for interview. It is always advisable that the candidate carries his portfolio at the time of interview.

Personal Interview : A candidate is judged on the various parameters as listed below:

• Career Orientation

• Aptness for the field

• Overall personality traits

• Overall Personal Achievements in academics and co-curricular activities

• General Awareness  and Aptitude