IIAD has become the University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT), Gurugram. UDIT admits students to its 2027-28 design and management programmes through the U-DAT and U-MAT entrance tests, held in four rounds. Round 1 applications close on 30 November 2026 and the Round 1 test is scheduled for 5 and 6 December 2026.
IIAD (UDIT) Admission 2027
This page covers the U-DAT and U-MAT 2027 round-wise dates, the IIAD to UDIT change, courses, eligibility, how to apply and the selection process.
| Full name | UDIT Design Aptitude Test (U-DAT) and UDIT Management Aptitude Test (U-MAT), formerly IIAD iDAT / iMAT |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT), Gurugram, formerly IIAD New Delhi |
| Exam level | University level (state private university, Haryana) |
| Courses / Purpose | UG and PG design (B.Des, M.Des, PG Diploma) and management (BBA Hons, MBA) admission 2027-28 |
| Exam date | 4 rounds: 5-6 Dec 2026, 2-3 Jan 2027, 2-4 Apr 2027, 22-23 May 2027 at UDIT Campus, Gurugram |
| Application | Online at apply.udit.edu.in; Round 1 last date 30 November 2026 |
| Eligibility | UG: Class 12 any stream, min 50%. PG: graduation any stream, min 50% |
| Selection | Entrance test, then portfolio evaluation and personal interview, then offer letter |
| Official website | udit.edu.in |
IIAD (UDIT) 2027 Important Dates
UDIT holds the 2027-28 entrance test in four rounds, each with its own last date to apply, and every round’s test is held at the UDIT Campus, Gurugram.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 1: last date to apply | By 30 November 2026 Upcoming |
| Exam (Round 1) | 5 to 6 December 2026 Upcoming |
| Round 2: last date to apply | By 31 December 2026 Upcoming |
| Exam (Round 2) | 2 to 3 January 2027 Upcoming |
| Round 3: last date to apply | By 25 March 2027 Upcoming |
| Exam (Round 3) | 2 to 4 April 2027 Upcoming |
| Round 4: last date to apply | By 20 May 2027 Upcoming |
| Exam (Round 4) | 22 to 23 May 2027 Upcoming |
Why is IIAD now called UDIT?
The Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD), New Delhi, is now the University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT), a state private university in Sector 68, Gurugram, set up under Haryana Act No. 1 of 2026. The old IIAD website says so on its home page, and its admissions link now opens the UDIT admissions page.
- The design entrance test iDAT is now called U-DAT (UDIT Design Aptitude Test).
- The management entrance test iMAT is now called U-MAT (UDIT Management Aptitude Test).
- Applications now go through apply.udit.edu.in instead of apply.iiad.edu.in.
- This page keeps the IIAD name because many students still search for IIAD admission.
Which courses can you join through U-DAT and U-MAT 2027?
U-DAT is the test for the School of Design and U-MAT is the test for the School of Management. UDIT lists these programmes for Admission 2027-28:
| Level | Design (U-DAT) | Management (U-MAT) |
|---|---|---|
| UG | B.Des in Communication Design, Animation Film Design, Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Interior Architecture & Design, Product Design | BBA (Hons.) in Business Ventures & AI, Technology Business Management, Financial Analysis & FinTech, Marketing & Brand Strategy, Fashion Business Management, Luxury Business Management |
| PG | M.Des Communication Design, M.Des Interior Design & Styling, PG Diploma in Graphic Design, PG Diploma in Interior Design | MBA Luxury & Fashion Business Management |
UDIT also lists B.Tech Computer Science & Design and B.Tech Computer Science & AI as coming soon. Check the official admissions page before you apply for these.
How to apply for IIAD (UDIT) admission 2027?
You apply online on the UDIT application portal and pick the round whose test you want to take.
Apply Online for IIAD (UDIT) 2027
Applications for IIAD (UDIT) 2027 open on By 30 November 2026.
- Open the UDIT application portal (apply.udit.edu.in) and choose Register.
- Enter your name, email address and mobile number, then verify the OTP sent to you.
- Log in with your registered email and password, or use Login via OTP.
- Fill in the application form and choose your programme (design or management).
- Pay the application fee shown on the portal and submit the form before your round’s last date.
- Appear for the U-DAT or U-MAT at the UDIT Campus, Gurugram, on your round’s test date.
Forgot your password? Use Forgot Password on the login screen and enter your registered email ID. The portal sends an OTP to your registered email and mobile number and then a link to reset the password.
UDIT’s admissions page does not list the application fee, so check the amount on the portal at the payment step.
Who can apply for IIAD (UDIT) 2027?
Any student with at least 50% marks in the qualifying exam can apply, whatever their stream.
- UG programmes: Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board, with at least 50% marks.
- PG programmes: graduation in any stream from a recognised college or university, with at least 50% marks.
- Students who are waiting for their final result can apply and take the test.
What is the U-DAT and U-MAT 2027 selection process?
Selection has three steps after you apply: the entrance test, a portfolio evaluation and personal interview, and then an offer letter. UDIT has not published the number of questions, marks or duration of the U-DAT or U-MAT.
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Entrance test | U-DAT (design) or U-MAT (management) tests your aptitude, creative or analytical thinking, problem-solving and readiness for the programme |
| Test centre | UDIT Campus, Gurugram, on your round’s test date |
| Portfolio and interview | Portfolio evaluation and personal interview after the test |
| Offer | Selected students get an offer letter and confirm their enrolment |
How should you prepare for U-DAT and U-MAT 2027?
There is no fixed syllabus for either test, so prepare for the skills they check rather than for set topics.
- U-DAT: practise freehand sketching, perspective and rendering of objects and scenes.
- U-DAT: build idea generation, visual storytelling, colour sense and composition.
- U-DAT: keep a portfolio of your best work ready for the evaluation round.
- U-MAT: practise logical reasoning, problem-solving and reading business news.
- Both: be ready to explain in the interview why you chose the programme.
IIAD (UDIT) 2027 Official Notices and Downloads
These are the official UDIT pages for the 2027-28 admission cycle.
- LINKUDIT Admissions 2027-28: exam schedule (4 rounds), eligibility, U-DAT / U-MATOfficial site · udit.edu.inOpen
- LINKIIAD is now the University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT)Official site · iiad.edu.inOpen
- LINKUDIT application portal (register / login)Official site · apply.udit.edu.inOpen