01 / Overview
D&AD Awards is an annual design competition focused on Graphic design, Branding, Packaging, Advertising.
02 / Eligibility
Entry groups: Professional. Consult the official rules for eligibility periods, territorial restrictions and submission requirements.
03 / Categories
- 01Branding
- 02Packaging
- 03Graphic design
- 04Advertising
- 05Digital
- 06Special category
04 / Important dates
Entries open2025-11-26
Extended deadline2026-03-31
Award ceremony2026-09-24
05 / Entry fees
Paid entry; the exact fee varies by category and entry stage.
06 / Awards
Award levels, selection numbers and winner benefits follow the official rules for this edition.
07 / Edition history
2026 · Award ceremony2026-03-31Official source for this edition ↗
Verification note
Official source checked on 2026-08-26. Unconfirmed dates are not presented as facts; recheck the organiser’s website before entering.