MIT DAT (MIT Design Aptitude Test) 2021, is conducted jointly for admissions of B.Des. & M.Des. programs at
MIT Institute of Design (MIT ID) Pune
Avantika University Ujjain
MIT University Shillong.

+ Important Dates

Form Submission (Last Date)	February 28th, 2021
Design Aptitude Test	April 4th, 2021
DAT Result	April 19th, 2021
Avantika University, Ujjain - B.Des. Fashion Studio Test and Interview	May 3rd - 5th May, 2021
MIT Institute of Design - B.Des. Studio Test and Interview	June 7th - 12th June, 2021
MIT University, Shillong - B.Des. Studio Test and Interview	May 3rd - 8th May, 2021
Avantika University, Ujjain - M.Des. Studio Test and Interview	May 6th - 8th May, 2021
Avantika University, Ujjain - B.Des. Studio Test and Interview	May 10th - 15th May, 2021
MIT Institute of Design - B.Des. Fashion Studio Test and Interview	June 14th - 17th June, 2021
MIT Institute of Design - M.Des. DM & FMM Studio Test and Interview	June 18th - 19th June, 2021
MIT Institute of Design - M.Des. Studio Test and Interview	June 21st - 25th June, 2021
MIT Institute of Design - B.Des. Final List	May 7th, 2021
Avantika University, Ujjain - M.De.s Final List	May 10th, 2021
MIT University, Shillong - M.Des. Final List	May 10th, 2021
MIT Institute of Design - B.Des. (Fashion Design) Final List	June 18th , 2021
Avantika University, Ujjain - B.Des. Final List	May 17th, 2021
MIT Institute of Design - M.Des. (All) Final List	June 26th, 2021

+ Admission Procedure

B.Des. / M.Des. MITID Innovation Program
Stage 1: Registration for DAT (Design Aptitude Test)
Step 1	Register for DAT
Step 2	An automated verification link will be sent to your registered email ID. Activate your account by clicking the link.
Step 3	Provide the required details in the application form.
Step 4	Upload the passport size photograph, accept the declaration and submit the online application form.
Step 5	Proceed to payment option and pay Rs 3000 for Indian applicants and and Rs 4500 for NRI, PIO, CIO and Foreign Nationals. Payment Mode: • Online Payment through Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card.
Step 6	On scrutiny, verification and acceptance of application form, Admit card will be generated and sent to candidates registered email id. Candidates can also download the Admit Card by login to his/ her profile on DAT portal.
Note: Applications are invited through online mode only.


Stage 2: Design Aptitude Test (DAT)
Design Aptitude Test (DAT) will be conducted on 4th April 2021 between 9 AM to 12 PM at various test centres across India. (Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Indore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune).

The DAT committee reserves its right to change or cancel any of these centres.

MIT DAT (Design Aptitude Test) is a combination of online & pen-paper questions taken at assigned centres across India.

DAT written exam is based on the following parameters. The weightage of each parameter is subject to change as per the discretion of the paper setting committee.
• Design Inclination questions based on visual clues & general awareness.
• Analytical questions based on scientific understanding (PCM).
• Logical Thinking skills.
• Communication Skills – verbal & nonverbal abilities of expression.
• Personality Trends – test of individual stand point.
Format of DAT Examination:
DAT examination includes computer-based MCQ (objective) test, subjective test and offline drawing test.

Objective Exam - Computer Based Test
Questions would be appearing on the computer screen on a random basis with options shuffled for each candidate.
Candidates to respond on the computer screen.

Descriptive Exam – Computer Based Test
The subjective question will appear in a different section on the computer screen.
A text box will be enabled for each candidate to write their responses on the computer.

Drawing Exam – Offline Test
The drawing question will appear in a different section on the computer screen.
Candidates will be provided A4 size drawing sheets for this section
Candidates need to draw using Pens / Pencils / Colours on the sheets provided.
These answer sheets will be collected, scanned and uploaded for evaluation at the test centre.

Based on scores obtained from MIT DAT, shortlisted candidates will be called for studio test and personal interview. MIT Institute of Design Pune and Avantika University Ujjain & MIT University Shillong will have their separate merit list of shortlisted candidates.


Stage 3: Studio Test and Interview
The studio tests followed by personal interviews will be conducted separately by MIT Institute of Design Pune, Avantika University Ujjain & MIT University Shillong.

The list of shortlisted candidates for the Studio test and Personal Interview will be announced on the respective websites of MIT ID Pune, Avantika University Ujjain & MIT University Shillong.

All those candidates called for the studio test and personal interview are required to attend the studio tests and interview, which completes the process of selection.

The Admission Committee decides the procedures, grades and weightage every year.

Studio Test will include on the spot problem-solving questions & involves dexterity skills of a candidate.

Personal interview: Candidate appears before a panel of design faculty with his work/portfolio.

The Admission Committee decides the procedures, grades and weightage every year.

The norms for the selection are the sole prerogative of the Admission Committee and the decision of the Admission Committee and the Management in any of the matters concerning the admission process and selection will be final. Any direct or indirect attempt to influence the admission committee or its members, academic office bearers or management will lead to the automatic disqualification of the candidate(s).


Stage-1	Registration for MIT Pune's DAT (Design Aptitude Test)
Stage-2	Proposal Submission
Stage-3	Personal Interaction
The Selection proccess to MITID Innovation Program includes submission of proposal, a personal interaction with panel, in which candidates work together to devise responses to a problem or question. The process of selection is a transformative and enlightening experience. Candidates articulate their innovations, and how they have the potential to change sector-wide systems. They scrutinize their strategies and methods, and reflect on how they engage as individuals and leaders in today’s world. The selection process is not simply a means to an end, but rather generates robust discussion, sharpens ideas, and gives room for a journey of self-discovery and growth. We spend hundreds of hours screening thousands of profiles and select up to 20 potential innovators/founders to join our community.

+ Under Graduate - B.Des.

MIT Institute of Design Avantika University MIT Shillong
Industrial Design	Product Design Transportation Design Interior Space and Furniture Design Retail Design User Experience Design
Communication Design	Graphic Design Animation Film Design Film and Video Design Game Design
Fashion Design	B.Des. Fashion Design B.Des. Fashion Communication
Collaborative Twinning Program	Bachelors Program (2+2 years) B.A. (Hons.) Design for Industry (In collaboration with Northumbria University UK) B.A. (Hons.) Transportation Design (In collaboration with Northumbria University UK) B.A. (Hons.) 3D Design (In collaboration with Northumbria University UK) B.A. (Hons.) Graphic Design (In collaboration with Northumbria University UK) B.A. (Hons.) Motion Graphics and Animation (In collaboration with Northumbria University UK) Advance Diploma in Game Development (In collaboration with George Brown College Canada) B.Sc. (Hons.) Product Design and Technology (In collaboration with Manchester Metropolitan University, UK) B.Sc. (Hons.) Design Engineering (In collaboration with Manchester Metropolitan University, UK)


Eligibility
For Indian Nationals	B.Des program: 10+2 from any stream (From any of the State Boards / CBSE / ICSE / ISC / IB / NIOS or equivalent exam)
For NRI, PIO, OCI and International Students	10th Std. / Equivalent 12th Std. / Equivalent 12th Std. Passing Certificate / Provisional Certificate Passport PIO card (only for PIO students) OCI Card (only for OCI students) Citizen card (only in case of Nepali nationals) Valid VISA (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students) Valid Residential Permit (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students)


Intake
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)	200
Fashion Program (B.Des)	60


• Industrial Design
• Communication Design
• User Experience Design
• Fashion Design
• Interaction Design


Eligibility
For Indian Nationals	B.Des. program: 10+2 from any stream (Any of the State Boards / CBSE / ICSE / ISC / CIE / IB / NIOS or equivalent exam) 50% aggregate in all subjects
For NRI, PIO, OCI and International Students	10th Std. /Equivalent 12th Std. /Equivalent 12th Std. Passing Certificate/ Provisional Certificate Passport PIO card (only for PIO students) OCI Card (only for OCI students) Citizen card (only in case of Nepali nationals) Valid VISA (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students) Valid Residential Permit (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students)


Intake
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)	150


• Graphic Design
• User Experience Design


Eligibility
For Indian Nationals	B.Des. Program: Pass in 10+2 with minimum of 50% marks or equivalent from any discipline, for category candidates it is relaxed to 45% marks or equivalent


Intake
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)	30



+ Post Graduate - M.Des.

MIT Institute of Design Avantika University MIT ID Innovation Programme
Industrial Design	Product Design Transportation design Interior Space and Furniture Design Retail and Exhibition Design User Experience Design
Communication Design	Graphic Design Animation Film Design Film and Video Design Immersive Media Design
Management program	M.Des. Design Management M.Des. Fashion Management and Marketing


Eligibility
For Indian Nationals	M.Des. program: Graduate from any discipline (10+2+3 minimum)
For NRI, PIO, OCI and International Students	10th Std. / Equivalent 12th Std. / Equivalent 12th Std. Passing Certificate / Provisional Certificate Passport PIO card (only for PIO students) OCI Card (only for OCI students) Citizen card (only in case of Nepali nationals) Valid VISA (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students) Valid Residential Permit (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students)


Intake
Master of Design (M.Des.)	120
Fashion Management and Marketing (M.Des.)	15
Design Management (M.Des.)	15


• Industrial Design
• Communication Design
• User Experience Design
• Interaction Design


Eligibility
For Indian Nationals	M.Des. program: Graduate from any discipline (10+2+3 minimum)
For NRI, PIO, OCI and International Students	10th Std. / Equivalent 12th Std. / Equivalent 12th Std. Passing Certificate / Provisional Certificate Passport PIO card (only for PIO students) OCI Card (only for OCI students) Citizen card (only in case of Nepali nationals) Valid VISA (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students) Valid Residential Permit (not applicable for Nepal and Bhutan students)


Intake
Master of Design (M.Des.)	80


Eligibility
For Indian Nationals	Fresh Under Graduates or Post Graduates UG + 1-2 year experience Startup founders Any Innovators with an IDEA
For NRI, PIO, OCI and International Students	Fresh Under Graduates or Post Graduates UG + 1-2 year experience Startup founders Any Innovators with an IDEA


Intake
Innovation	20



+ MITID Innovation Program

Admission Procedure:
Stage-1 : Fill the online application form. https://dat.net.in/innovation/register/index.php
Stage-2 : Appear for video interview and submit online essay form.
Stage-3 : Final Interview

The Selection proccess to MITID Innovation Program includes submission of proposal, a personal interaction with panel, in which candidates work together to devise responses to a problem or question. The process of selection is a transformative and enlightening experience. Candidates articulate their innovations, and how they have the potential to change sector-wide systems. They scrutinize their strategies and methods, and reflect on how they engage as individuals and leaders in today’s world. The selection process is not simply a means to an end, but rather generates robust discussion, sharpens ideas, and gives room for a journey of self-discovery and growth. We spend hundreds of hours screening thousands of profiles and select up to 20 potential innovators/founders to join our community.

Program Highlights:
Duration - 1 Year. Full time residential program (August 2021 to August 2022)
Tuition Fees - INR 6,00,000 (including taxes)
Combination of Design, Engineering and Management
Personalised assistance for industry placements
Mentorship and funding assistance for start-up ideas

Curriculum Overview:
Through hands on projects focussed at delivering holistic solutions and ‘immersion’ windows that allow for interactions with relevant industries and user groups, the program ensures rigorous projects that span various themes relevant to our times. Students get to choose themes pertaining to a wide range of topics based on their interest and capabilities. Students would go through half a year of faculty-initiated projects spanning human centred design, business studies, digital and physical product design and development, trends forecasting, technology futures and scientific research and development. This will be followed by a 20-week major project led by the students to apply the learnings and deliver a strong, impactful, innovative solution.
The program is spread over 50 weeks during which students undergo a variety of learning experiences in the form of taught courses, workshops, boot camps, masterclasses, research trips and most importantly the projects.
One of the important component of the program is the immersion experience that provides the students an opportunity to discover their inner potential and reflect on their learning and progress in the program. The aim of immersions is to achieve clarity about technological possibilities to make an idea feasible, about the people and society that one is designing for and about realising a student’s own potential in making the change they wish to make.

Curriculum Details:
The curriculum is developed by a team of young and dynamic innovators and designers under the guidance of experienced industry and academic professionals. The program is delivered through rigorous projects continuously supported and mentored by industry experts and faculty members.
• Innovation Mindshift
  This module will establish the premise that innovation is cognitive activity and innovation requires one to shift from a conventional way of thinking to a mindset of experimentation and learning by doing.
• P0- Dashlessdash
  An introductory project that gives students a free reign to come up with a valid business / design / technology solution in diverse groups, helping them unlearn what they know and add a holistic approach towards innovation.
• P1: Human Centred Innovation
  Students will work with various organisations and establishments that work closely on social topics to deliver relevant solutions understanding pain points of the people they are designing for. This will culminate in a business-style innovation pitch.
• P2: World 4.0
  Starting from mapping political, economic, social and technological trends, students will forecast their versions of a future world and extrapolate human interactions, products and services in each. They would then present solutions through various media.
• P3: Making with Digits
  This is a digital and physical product design and development course that culminates in prototypes and an exhibition. Students will work on brand values and emerging technologies to deliver robust prototypes to demonstrate their ideas.
• Major Project:
  Working solo, or in groups of two, students will spend the second half of their VIF journey coming up with a strong major project that applies everything they’ve learnt so far, in a rigorous structure to deliver a holistic innovation. This output would demonstrate what moves them in the world that they live in and their technological, design and business prowess to achieve the change they are dreaming of.
Placements:
The program is designed with a unique Future of Work framework that maps the Innovation Potential of the candidates during the entire program. MIT ID has collaborations with some of the most innovative companies that have strong capabilities in design and technology. These industry partners collaborate closely with MIT ID and contribute to the program at various levels.

The program has a majority of faculty members who are industry professionals and come with a rich experience of driving innovation projects. Apart from this, industry immersions, internships and capstone projects are an integral part of the program. This enables the candidates to gain the skills and knowledge that are most relevant in the industry and prepares them for a variety of innovation related roles.

A hands-on and practical approach of learning imbibes the students with a confidence to deliver superior value to innovation initiatives in an organisation. An expert team of mentors and career advisors regularly review the performance and outcomes of the Fellows and enable the candidates to choose the appropriate career path and chart the professional journey as per his/her aspirations and capabilities.

Indicative Roles:
The students will be equipped for following roles and positions.
The students will be equipped for following roles and positions Innovation Strategist, Product Development/ R& D, Strategy and New Business Development, Digital Business Strategist, Technology Commercialization, Innovation Management, Design and Development, Design Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Innovation lead, Entrepreneur.

+ Test Centers

Ahmedabad April 4th, 2021	Bengaluru April 4th, 2021	Bhopal April 4th, 2021	Chandigarh April 4th, 2021
Chennai April 4th, 2021	Delhi April 4th, 2021	Goa April 4th, 2021	Hyderabad April 4th, 2021
Indore April 4th, 2021	Jaipur April 4th, 2021	Kolkata April 4th, 2021	Lucknow April 4th, 2021