"What prerequisites must one meet in order to be admitted to India's National Institute of Design (NID)? Can interior designers pursue industrial or product design studies at NID? "

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Admission to the National Institute of Design (NID) in India is highly competitive and requires meeting certain prerequisites. The prerequisites for admission to NID may vary slightly depending on the specific program, but in general, applicants should have:

• Completed their 10+2 education from a recognized board of education or equivalent qualification in any discipline.
• For the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program, candidates must not be older than 20 years of age as on 30 June of the admission year. For the Master of Design (M.Des) program, the upper age limit is 30 years.
• It is also required to qualify in the NID Design Aptitude Test (DAT) that assesses the candidate's creativity, innovation, visual observation skills, design and drawing skills, and general mental ability.

Regarding the second question, yes, interior designers can pursue industrial or product design studies at NID. NID offers various design programs, and candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. However, applicants are expected to demonstrate a genuine interest and aptitude for the chosen design discipline, and they must qualify in the Design Aptitude Test for the respective program.