NID DAT (National Institute of Design — Design Aptitude Test) — Free Online Mock Test
Prelims · 100 marks · objective + creative sketching. We render the objective MCQ section (~70 Q). · Official language: English & Hindi.
Advanced
India
University & Higher Ed
70 questions
180 min
50 distinct variants
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NID DAT section breakdown
The NID DAT mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
NID DAT scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: NID DAT has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: NID DAT (out of 100).
How NID DAT is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
NID DAT time strategy
With 70 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 154 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
NID DAT topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of NID DAT, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
NID DAT Prelims (70 Q)
- General Knowledge · 20
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
- Reasoning — Blood relations · 3
- Reading — Trade History · 3
- Reading — Vaccines · 3
- Reading — Marine Biology · 3
- Reading — Neural Networks · 3
- Reading — Plate Tectonics · 3
Sample NID DAT questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge NID DAT bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) · Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic)
Q1. Find the missing term: 10, 14, 18, 22, ___
Why: Common difference is 4.
NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) · Reasoning — Number Series (squares)
Q2. Complete the pattern: 4², 5², 6², ?
Why: Squares of consecutive integers.
NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) · Reasoning — Classification (odd one out)
Q3. Identify the item that does not belong with the others:
Why: All others are flowers.
NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) · Reasoning — Classification (odd one out)
Q4. Three of the four are similar in nature. Pick the exception:
Why: All others are fruits.
NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) · Reasoning — Classification (odd one out)
Q5. Which option is different from the rest?
Why: All others are mammals; eagle is a bird.
NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) · Reasoning — Syllogism (transitive)
Q6. Given: All A are B, and all B are C. Which conclusion follows?
Why: Transitivity of "all".
These are a handful of the 3500 unique NID DAT questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
NID DAT difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Prelims · 100 marks · objective + creative sketching. We render the objective MCQ section (~70 Q). · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's NID DAT bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for NID DAT
Real test-day interface
Our sat skin mirrors the actual NID DAT testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
3500 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first NID DAT mock starts in under a minute.
NID DAT study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on NID DAT Prelims (70 Q) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
3
Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length NID DAT mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where NID DAT can take you
A strong NID DAT result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Professional degree programmes
Admission into engineering, science and professional courses at leading universities.
Research & higher studies
A strong result opens postgraduate study, research assistantships and study-abroad pathways.
Campus placements
Top institutions bring recruiters from industry, PSUs and global companies to campus.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the NID DAT exam pattern?
- National Institute of Design — Design Aptitude Test contains 70 questions across 1 section: NID DAT Prelims (70 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 154 seconds per question).
- Does NID DAT have negative marking?
- No — NID DAT has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is NID DAT scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. NID DAT (out of 100).
- How can I practise NID DAT online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length NID DAT mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of NID DAT?
- NID DAT is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Prelims · 100 marks · objective + creative sketching. We render the objective MCQ section (~70 Q). · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the NID DAT exam?
- NID DAT runs for 180 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in NID DAT?
- NID DAT is split into: NID DAT Prelims (70 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Prelims · 100 marks · objective + creative sketching. We render the objective MCQ section (~70 Q). · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during NID DAT?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the NID DAT test adaptive?
- No — NID DAT is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many NID DAT mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct NID DAT variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free NID DAT test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge NID DAT test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are NID DAT previous year question–style papers included?
- Every NID DAT mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 70-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free NID DAT mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's NID DAT mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the NID DAT mock test on mobile?
- Yes. NID DAT mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the NID DAT syllabus?
- The NID DAT syllabus maps to its 1 section: NID DAT Prelims (70 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for NID DAT?
- Eligibility for NID DAT — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic NID DAT practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the NID DAT exam and how should I prepare?
- Official NID DAT exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free NID DAT mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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