The World University of Design (WUD), Sonipat admits students to its design, art, fashion and architecture UG programmes through the WUD Aptitude Test (WUDAT) or accepted national design scores (such as UCEED/NID/NIFT), followed by a portfolio review and interview.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Aptitude test + portfolio + interview
Duration:Approx. 2 hours (test)
Total Marks:Composite
Marking Scheme:WUDAT (or accepted national score) combined with portfolio and interview
Sections
Creative & Design Aptitude
Varies Questions•Varies Marks
General Awareness & Reasoning
Varies Questions•Varies Marks
Portfolio & Interview
- Questions•Qualitative Marks
Syllabus
Design Aptitude
Visualisation & Drawing
Design Thinking
Colour & Composition
General Awareness
Art & Design Awareness
Current Affairs
Logical Reasoning
Eligibility Criteria
Passed/appearing Class 12 from any stream
Accepts WUDAT or valid UCEED/NID/NIFT scores
Open to all-India candidates
Important Dates
Applications open
November 2027
Test windows
January-May 2027
Decisions (rolling)
Through 2027
Application Process
Apply on the WUD portal
Choose WUDAT or submit a national design score
Take the aptitude test
Submit a portfolio and attend the interview
Accept the offer
💡 Preparation Tips
Use UCEED/NID prep - those scores are accepted here too
Build a multidisciplinary portfolio
Practise sketching and design thinking
Apply early for scholarships
❓ FAQs
Can I use my NID or UCEED score?
Yes. WUD accepts valid UCEED, NID and NIFT scores in addition to its own WUDAT.
What programmes does WUD offer?
Design, art, fashion, communication and architecture UG programmes.