Uceed

Name Of The Post

UCEED

Last Updated

14th June 2026

Importance of the Post

This section is crucial for candidates seeking entry into prestigious B.Des programs at top IITs. It provides details on how to apply, eligibility, and the structure of the admission process. Staying informed about application timelines and requirements ensures you don’t miss your chance to pursue design studies at these institutions.

Highlighted Information

Apply for UCEED 2026 admission; full syllabus available for review from IIT Bombay

Short Information

UCEED 2026 (Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design) is conducted by the IDC School of Design, IIT Bombay, on behalf of itself, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad and IIITDM Jabalpur for admission to their B.Des programmes. The exam tests visualisation, observation, design thinking, and language proficiency. It is a single computer-based paper of 3 hours with sectional cutoffs. Counselling and seat allocation are centralised through the JoSAA-style portal — UCEED scores are valid for one admission cycle. Candidates can attempt UCEED a maximum of two times.

UCEED Syllabus

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Quick Information

Department

Recruitment notification issued by IDC School of Design, IIT Bombay.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification

Class XII passed (or appearing) in any stream

Important Dates

Applications open	9th October 20269th October 2026
Application closes	10th November 202610th November 2026
Exam Date	Predicted 10th November 2026Predicted 10th November 2026
Result Announcement Date

Section	Topics
Design Aptitude — Visual ReasoningDesign Aptitude — Visual Reasoning	Pattern recognition; Mirror images; Rotational symmetry; Spatial visualisation; Composition principles; Form, shape, line, texture; Visual literacy; Observation skills; Lateral thinking puzzles.Pattern recognition; Mirror images; Rotational symmetry; Spatial visualisation; Composition principles; Form, shape, line, texture; Visual literacy; Observation skills; Lateral thinking puzzles.
Drawing & SketchingDrawing & Sketching	Free-hand drawing of objects, scenes, people; Perspective drawing — one-point and two-point; Light & shade; Composition; Conceptual sketching; Story illustration; Memory drawing; Imaginative composition with given props.Free-hand drawing of objects, scenes, people; Perspective drawing — one-point and two-point; Light & shade; Composition; Conceptual sketching; Story illustration; Memory drawing; Imaginative composition with given props.
Design Awareness & General KnowledgeDesign Awareness & General Knowledge	History of design and crafts in India; Indian art forms and movements; Famous designers, architects and artists; Sustainable & inclusive design principles; Material awareness — wood, metal, ceramic, fabric, glass; Indian heritage structures; Iconic logos and brand identity systems.History of design and crafts in India; Indian art forms and movements; Famous designers, architects and artists; Sustainable & inclusive design principles; Material awareness — wood, metal, ceramic, fabric, glass; Indian heritage structures; Iconic logos and brand identity systems.
Studio Test / Material Handling (Mains)Studio Test / Material Handling (Mains)	Hands-on prototype using clay/paper/cardboard/foam-board; Model making from given brief; Assembly and presentation under time constraint; Articulating design rationale; Observation-based 3D problem solving.Hands-on prototype using clay/paper/cardboard/foam-board; Model making from given brief; Assembly and presentation under time constraint; Articulating design rationale; Observation-based 3D problem solving.

Section

Topics

Design Aptitude — Visual Reasoning

Pattern recognition; Mirror images; Rotational symmetry; Spatial visualisation; Composition principles; Form, shape, line, texture; Visual literacy; Observation skills; Lateral thinking puzzles.

Drawing & Sketching

Free-hand drawing of objects, scenes, people; Perspective drawing — one-point and two-point; Light & shade; Composition; Conceptual sketching; Story illustration; Memory drawing; Imaginative composition with given props.

Design Awareness & General Knowledge

History of design and crafts in India; Indian art forms and movements; Famous designers, architects and artists; Sustainable & inclusive design principles; Material awareness — wood, metal, ceramic, fabric, glass; Indian heritage structures; Iconic logos and brand identity systems.

Studio Test / Material Handling (Mains)

Hands-on prototype using clay/paper/cardboard/foam-board; Model making from given brief; Assembly and presentation under time constraint; Articulating design rationale; Observation-based 3D problem solving.

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