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SUDAT 2026

Sandip University Design Aptitude Test [SU-DAT] National Level, Aptitude Test
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Sandip University Design Aptitude Test

Sandip University Design Aptitude Test (SU-DAT) 2026

SU-DAT 2026
[Sandip University Design Aptitude Test 2026]
conducted by Sandip University, Maharashtra, India
Admission to Under Graduate Design Programs (Phase-II), 2026-27

Sandip University is a state of the art campus located in the lap of nature, Trimbakeshwar road, Nashik. The campus spread across 250+ acre is a global hub of cutting-edge education and dynamic student development. Since its inception in 2016, Sandip University has created a positive and futuristic hub of education. Our values are steeped in providing various industries with top-notch talent in terms of academic knowledge and hands-on skills.

Sandip University – School of Design is one of the premier design institutes in India which offers the Undergraduate Programs in Design.

Application Process
Details Application For Design
Application Fee Rs. 1,000/- (to be made online only)
Application Mode Online & Offline (Available at Sandip University Information Centre across India)
Online Application Starts Starts from 1st Fabruary, 2026 on the website www.sandipuniversity.edu.in
Last Date of Application 24th April, 2026
Release of Admit Card 25th April, 2026
Date of Online Exam 26th April 2026
Eligibility Criteria
  • 10+2 pass/appearing (Any Stream) or 3 Years Diploma (Equivalent to 10 + 2), with a minimum 45% aggregate score from any recognized higher secondary school Board/Institute.
  • Must be appeared in SU-DAT or any other Design Entrance Exam of National level (NIFT, NID, etc.).

SU-DAT: Imparting in 2 Phase:

  • Online Test
  • Portfolio Evaluation(PE)
    Design Aptitude Test (SU - DAT), an essential part of the selection procedure for any design aspirant. This includes an Online Exam and a Portfolio Evaluation. The Online Exam evaluates theoretical as well as the logical aptitude, while the Portfolio Evaluation tests the creative abilities of the aspirant. Based on this, SOD accepts a select number of students purely on merit.

Total no. of Seats
Programs No. of Seats
B.Design in Fashion and Lifestyle Design 30
B.Design in Space and Interior Design 30
B.Design in Communication Design 30
B.Design in Product Design 30
Total 120
Entrance Exam Pattern - School of Design
Exam Duration: 2 Hrs.

Mandatory Online Test, which evaluates the candidate’s logical reasoning, creative thinking and visual aptitude. SU Design Aptitude Test (Offline) - 40 Marks
Sl. No. Topic No of Questions Score
1 Lateral Thinking 05 10
2 Logical Thinking 05 10
3 Numerical Skills 05 05
4 Comprehension Ability 01 05
5 General Knowledge 05 05
6 Perceptual Skills 04 05
  Total 25 40
SU Design Aptitude Test (Online) - 35 Marks
Sl. No. Topic No of Questions Score
1 Lateral Thinking 05 10
2 Logical Thinking 05 10
3 Numerical Skills 05 05
4 General Knowledge 05 05
5 Perceptual Skills 05 05
  Total 25 35
Phase II: Portfolio Evaluation takes place after the written exam minimum score passed.This will be offline in campus.

In Portfolio Evaluation (PE)- 60 Marks
Candidates should focus on what is their uniqueness/individuality of their work and present it in an interesting way. They should showcase their ability to take inspiration from the surroundings, understanding of aesthetics, sensibilities and awareness of current trends.

A portfolio is generally a Collection – collages – cut outs - improvised / refined in a documented or non-documented form (any format Physical or Digital), composition of their Creative work – Illustrations - compiled or practiced over last few years, with their explorations and reflections.

Portfolio may consist of candidates - Unrefined, developmental work, Wide range of ideas and media, Experimentation, showing their creative journey – sketchbooks.

Candidates are allowed to also showcase their Digital compositions / Digital Portfolio, Physical Models and prototypes.

Portfolio Evaluation assesses the following skill sets, aptitude: - Originality, uniqueness and ability
- Development of ideas
- Imagination
- Sense of Composition
- Personality
- Illustration Skills
- Presentation & Layout
- Convert Design concept into 2D / 3D form
- Sketching & Rendering ability
- Creativity

CONTACT:
+91 95454 53092, 1800 212 2714
sudat@sandipuniversity.edu.in


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Published By: Sahadeb
Published On: 14 Mar 2026
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