Get details on NID DAT Andhra Pradesh B.Eds. Know about courses, fees, eligibility, seat intake & design specializations at NID AP. Apply via NID DAT for 75 UG seats.
The NID B.Des 2026 entrance is part of the national-level selection process conducted by the National Institute of Design (NID) for admission to its four-year Bachelor of Design programme at the Andhra Pradesh campus. It comprises two stages: Prelims (Design Aptitude Test), and Mains (Studio Test/ Interview, etc.) The NID DAT examination acts as the gateway for admission into the three specialisations offered at NID-AP.
NID Andhra Pradesh B.Des 2026 Fee Structure Year-Wise & Category-Wise
The fee structure for students joining in 2026-27 has been published in a downloadable PDF.
|
Year/Semester |
Particulars |
General/OBC/EWS (INR) |
SC/ST/PwD (INR) |
|
Year 1(Sem 1) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 1 (Sem 1) |
Student Activity Fund |
500 |
500 |
|
Year 1 (Sem 1) |
Insurance |
200 |
200 |
|
Year 1 (Sem 1) |
Security Deposit (Refundable) |
10,000 |
10,000 |
|
Year 1 (Sem 1) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 1 (Sem 1) |
Total |
1,50,200 |
35,700 |
|
Year 1 (Sem 2) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 1 (Sem 2) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 1 (Sem 2) |
Total |
1,39,500 |
25,000 |
|
Year 2 (Sem 3) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 2 (Sem 3) |
Student Activity Fund |
500 |
500 |
|
Year 2 (Sem 3) |
Insurance |
200 |
200 |
|
Year 2 (Sem 3) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 2 (Sem 3) |
Total |
1,40,200 |
25,700 |
|
Year 2 (Sem 4) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 2 (Sem 4) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 2 (Sem 4) |
Total |
1,39,500 |
25,000 |
|
Year 3 (Sem 5) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 3 (Sem 5) |
Student Activity Fund |
500 |
500 |
|
Year 3 (Sem 5) |
Insurance |
200 |
200 |
|
Year 3 (Sem 5) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 3 (Sem 5) |
Total |
1,40,200 |
25,700 |
|
Year 3 (Sem 6) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 3 (Sem 6) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 3 (Sem 6) |
Total |
1,39,500 |
25,000 |
|
Year 4 (Sem 7) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 4 (Sem 7) |
Student Activity Fund |
500 |
500 |
|
Year 4 (Sem 7) |
Insurance |
200 |
200
|
|
Year 4 (Sem 7) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 4 (Sem 7) |
Total |
1,40,200 |
25,700 |
|
Year 4 (Sem 8) |
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 |
0 (Full Waiver) |
|
Year 4 (Sem 8) |
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
25,000 |
|
Year 4 (Sem 8) |
Total |
1,39,500 |
25,000 |
|
Grand Total (4 Years) |
All Components |
11,69,000 |
2,12,800 |
Also Read: NID DAT Cutoff 2026: Check Colleges/ Category-wise Cutoff
NID Andhra Pradesh B.Des Fee Breakdown
The National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh, offers Bachelor's degree courses in Communication Design, Industrial Design, and Textile & Apparel Design. Students can refer to the table below regarding NID Andhra Pradesh B.Des. fee breakdown:
|
Fee Component |
Amount (INR) |
Frequency |
Notes |
|
Tuition Fee |
1,14,500 per semester |
Per semester (8 semesters) |
Full waiver for SC/ST/PwD |
|
Student Activity Fund |
500 |
Odd semesters only |
– |
|
Insurance (Personal Accident) |
200 |
Odd semesters only |
– |
|
Security Deposit |
10,000 |
One-time (Year 1, refundable) |
Applicable to all categories) |
|
Hostel Charges |
25,000 |
Per semester (7 semesters) |
Year 4 or Sem 8 excluded |
|
Mess Charges |
Variable |
Per academic year |
Varies (every year) |
Note: Hostel, mess & other charges are extra and subject to change.
Also Read: NID DAT 2025 Seat Intake and Reservation Policy: Documents Required, Application Fees
Courses Offered Under NID Andhra Pradesh B.Des 2026
Here is the structure of the B.Des programme at NID-AP, along with the seat intake and total duration of each course:
|
Course/Specialisation |
Duration |
Intake per Course |
|
B.Des in Communication Design |
4 Years |
25 |
|
B.Des in Industrial Design |
4 Years |
25 |
|
B, Des in Textile and Apparel Design |
4 Years |
25 |
Also Read: What is a Good Score in NID DAT 2026? B,.Des and M.Des Scores, Steps to Calculate
NID Andhra Pradesh B.Des Seat Intake & Reservation Details
The admission process is common for all NID campuses (including AP). Students can refer to the table below for details regarding the NID Andhra Pradesh B.Des. seat intake and reservation details:
|
Category |
Reservation % |
Seats Reserved (Out of 75 Total) |
|
General (GEN) |
50% |
30 |
|
GEN-EWS |
10% |
8 |
|
OBC-NCL |
27% |
20 |
|
SC |
15% |
11 |
|
ST |
7.5% |
6 |
|
PwD(Horizontal, across categories) |
5% |
4 (approx.) |
Conclusion
Suppose you are aiming for admission into NID-AP’s B.Des programme for 2026-27. It is a highly competitive path, given the limited number of seats (75 total) and national-level testing requirements. The process requires a strong creative aptitude, as well as drawing and design thinking skills. And good preparation for both Prelims and Mains. The institute offers respectable placements and has a developing campus with promising infrastructure. Ensure that you keep track of the official handbook and website for any updates.
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NID B.Des 2026 is a national-level selection. -
Admission involves Prelims (DAT) and Mains stages. -
NID-AP offers three B.Des specialisations. -
SC/ST/PwD students get full tuition fee waiver.
