MIT Institute of Design (MIT-ID), Pune admits students to its design UG programmes through its Design Aptitude Test (DAT) followed by a studio test and personal interview. MIT-ID is among the leading private design schools in western India.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Aptitude test + studio test + interview
Duration:Approx. 2-3 hours
Total Marks:Composite
Marking Scheme:Composite of DAT, studio test and interview
Sections
Design Aptitude & Visualisation
Varies Questions•Varies Marks
General Awareness & Reasoning
Varies Questions•Varies Marks
Studio Test
- Questions•Qualitative Marks
Interview
- Questions•Qualitative Marks
Syllabus
Design Aptitude
Drawing & Visualisation
Observation
Creativity & Innovation
General Awareness
Design Awareness
Current Affairs
Logical Reasoning
Eligibility Criteria
Passed/appearing Class 12 from any stream
Portfolio helpful
Open to all-India candidates
Important Dates
Applications open
December 2027
DAT & studio test
April 2027
Result
May 2027
Application Process
Apply on the MIT-ID portal
Pay the fee and schedule the DAT
Take the DAT and studio test
Attend the interview
Confirm the seat
💡 Preparation Tips
Practise sketching and 3D visualisation
Prepare a concise portfolio
Follow design and innovation news
Be articulate about your design interests in the interview
❓ FAQs
What does the studio test involve?
A hands-on creative exercise testing material handling, visualisation and idea execution.
Is MIT-ID DAT accepted elsewhere?
It is primarily for admission to MIT-ID's own programmes at MIT ADT University, Pune.