iDAT 2026 Result - Result Link, Merit List, Cutoff and Download Scorecard/Rankcard

About IDAT 2026 Result

The IDAT 2026 result for Phase 1 is expected to be released in the last week of December 2025/ 1st week of January 2026. To obtain the IIAD entrance exam scorecard link, you must check your inbox. Once the link is available, you need to click on it and add the required credentials to view your score.

Please note that the IDAT results are issued phase-wise, typically within a few weeks after the exam is held. The exam for Phase 1 will be conducted on December 13, 2025 (Online) and December 14, 2025 (Online & Offline). Those who clear the written test and the personal interaction round will be considered for admission. The final merit list is decided based on the performance in the written exam and PI/ Portfolio assessment (Studio Simulation).

IIAD IDAT is held throughout the year across different timelines to offer admission to BDes and MDes programmes at the Indian Institute of Art and Design. The direct link to check the IIAD 2026 result is provided below. For more information, check the sections below on this page.

Important Dates for IDAT Results 2026

Find IDAT 2026 results for Phases 1 to 4 below.

Highlights of IDAT 2026 Results

Find the highlights of IDAT 2026 results below.

• The Indian Institute of Art & Design conducts the IIAD entrance exam. 
• The IIAD result is released on the official website of IIAD. 
• The scorecard or result will be issued after the completion of the IIAD exam.
• Exam takers are assessed based on their design, drawing and observation skills.
• After appearing on the WAT (Written Admission Test), you are required to appear for the personal interview/ portfolio assessment rounds.
• The final result is based on all the stages, such as the written test, personal interview or portfolio assessment.

How to Check IDAT Results 2026?

Here is how to check IDAT 2026 results:

• Step 1: Visit the official website of the IIAD entrance exam@iiad.edu.in and log in to your "Candidate Account".
• Step 2: Enter the required credentials and retrieve your IDAT result.

If the IIAD entrance exam result is sent via email, follow the steps below:

• Step 1: Open your registered email address.
• Step 2: Look for an email with a subject such as IDAT result or IIAD result.
• Step 3: Once the email is available, click on it and view your result.
• Step 4: If you cannot see the email in your inbox, check Spam, Updates, or Promotion folders. Sometimes the mail gets delivered to another tab.

IDAT Merit List 2026

IIAD releases a merit list alongside the IIAD results. Refer to more details below:

• The IIAD merit list is released by the Indian Institute of Art & Design. 
• The merit list is issued only after the results are declared. 
• The shortlisting of students who appeared in this entrance exam will be dependent on the score secured in the written IIAD entrance exam and performance in other selection rounds, such as personal interviews or studio simulation rounds. 
• Once the merit list is released, only the final selected applicants will be called for the counselling round.

IDAT 2026 Counselling

Students appearing in the IIAD 2026 must check out the pointers related to the IIAD counselling below:

• IIAD counselling 2026 will take place only after the result declaration by the conducting body. 
• The final merit list is framed as per the performance and marks in the entrance exam. It will also determine the candidate’s eligibility in the counselling process. 
• The IIAD counselling process will comprise the seat allotment round to offer seats to the shortlisted students.
• The allotment of seats is dependent on the merit rank, category, and seat intake. 
• Aspirants are required to pay their admission fees to secure their seats, provided during the seat allotment round. 
• However, failure to submit the fee within the stipulated time will lead to seat cancellation by the exam authority.

IDAT Scholarships 2026

The Indian Institute of Art & Design also awards eligible candidates with IIAD scholarships. Check out more details below: 

• The IIAD scholarship is dependent on the merit of the candidate. 
• Students should try to get this scholarship provided by the institute. 
• Only IIAD entrance exam-qualified students will be eligible for this scholarship. 
• The scholarship will be awarded based on factors such as financial status, performance in the entrance test, and statement of purpose submitted along with the scholarship form. 
• Candidates are required to submit the scholarship form alongside the IIAD application form.

Important Details on IDAT Results 2026

Refer to the details mentioned on the IIAD entrance exam result below: 

• Name of the exam taker
• Roll Number
• Name of the Father
• Total Marks Obtained

Students must check out the merit list to know their admission status at IIAD on the official website.