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Kerala State Design Aptitude Test 2026 : 05 JUL 2026

The Kerala State Design Aptitude Test (KS DAT) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology on behalf of the Director of Technical Education (DTE), Government of Kerala for admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) programme offered by Government and participating Self-Financing colleges in Kerala. Admission is carried out through a Centralised Allotment Process (CAP).

The examination is conducted for admission into:

  • Bachelor of Design (B.Des.)

The examination evaluates candidates on:

  • Design Awareness
  • Creativity
  • General Knowledge
  • English Language
  • Numerical Ability
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Basic Science & Social Science

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Candidates must satisfy the eligibility criteria before applying.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria Details
Educational Qualification Passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent
Minimum Marks 45% (40% for reserved categories) in the qualifying examination
Recognised Board Mandatory
Nationality Indian

Candidates who have passed the Higher Secondary Examination or an equivalent examination with the prescribed minimum marks are eligible to apply for KS DAT 2026. Candidates from the D.Voc. stream in the same or allied sector are also eligible as per the prospectus.

Candidates should verify the latest eligibility criteria before applying.Ensuring eligibility early helps avoid admission issues during counselling. For guidance, you can connect with AdmissionDuniya at 7099092900.

The examination is conducted in Online computer-based  mode.

Key Highlights

Particulars Details
Mode of Examination

computer-based

Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration 2 Hours
Medium English
Negative Marking As per official notification

What the Exam Focuses On

  • Design Awareness
  • Creativity
  • General Knowledge
  • English Language
  • Numerical Ability
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Basic Science

The examination measures a candidate's aptitude and creative ability required for undergraduate design education.

Preparation Insight

Candidates who perform well usually:

  • Practice design aptitude questions.
  • Improve observation and creativity.
  • Revise general knowledge and current affairs.
  • Solve previous years' KS DAT papers.
  • Attempt mock tests regularly.

If you want expert guidance for KS DAT preparation, counselling, and B.Des. admission strategy, you can connect with AdmissionDuniya at 7099092900 for complete support.

The application process is conducted online through the official KS DAT portal.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Visit the official KS DAT admission portal.(Click here)

Step 2: Complete online registration.

Step 3: Fill in personal and academic details.

Step 4: Upload photograph and required documents.

Step 5: Pay the application fee online.

Step 6: Submit the application form.

Step 7: Download the confirmation page.

Important Dates (KS DAT 2026)

Event Date
Notification Release 06 May 2026
Online Registration Starts 06 May 2026
Last Date to Apply 17 June 2026
Admit Card Release 29 June 2026
Entrance Examination 05 July 2026
Rank List Published 21 July 2026
Trial Allotment 21 July 2026
First Seat Allotment July 2026

The KS DAT 2026 application process closed on 17 June 2026, the entrance examination was held on 5 July 2026, and the rank list was published on 21 July 2026. The first round of seat allotment has also been released.

Candidates should carefully verify all information before submitting the application.For application assistance, contact AdmissionDuniya at 7099092900.

The KS DAT 2026 result is declared online through the official LBS Centre admission portal.

What the Result Includes

  • Entrance Score
  • Rank
  • Merit Status
  • Counselling Eligibility

How to Check Result

Step 1: Visit the official KS DAT portal.(Click here)

Step 2: Login using your credentials.

Step 3: View the rank list.

Step 4: Download the result and participate in the allotment process.

Important Points

  • Admission is based on the KS DAT rank.
  • Candidates must participate in the Centralised Allotment Process.
  • Document verification is mandatory.
  • Final admission depends on seat allotment and eligibility verification.

The KS DAT 2026 rank list has been published, and the first round of seat allotment is available through the official admission portal.

If you need guidance regarding KS DAT counselling and B.Des. admissions, you can connect with AdmissionDuniya at 7099092900 for personalised support.

FAQ

KS DAT 2026 is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the LBS Centre for Science and Technology for admission to Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) programmes offered by Government and participating colleges in Kerala.

Candidates who have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) from a recognised board are eligible to apply for KS DAT 2026.

KS DAT 2026 is conducted in offline OMR mode with objective-type questions assessing design aptitude, creativity, English, general knowledge, numerical ability, logical reasoning, and basic science.

Admission is based on the candidate's KS DAT rank followed by the Centralised Allotment Process, document verification, and fulfilment of the eligibility criteria prescribed by the LBS Centre and participating institutions.

AdmissionDuniya provides complete guidance for KS DAT preparation, application assistance, counselling support, college selection, and B.Des. admission planning, helping candidates understand the admission process and improve their chances of securing admission to their preferred design institute.

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