UCEED 2025

Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design

The Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design (UCEED) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIT Bombay for admission to B.Des (Bachelor of Design) programs at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, and IIITDM Jabalpur. UCEED evaluates a candidate’s design aptitude, creativity, logical reasoning, and visualization skills. Students can secure admission to India's top design institutes with structured preparation, regular practice, and a strong design aptitude. Staying updated on the syllabus, solving previous years’ papers, and enhancing sketching and visualization skills are key strategies for success.

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KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EXAM

Frequency of Exam

Once in a year

Exams

Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design ( UCEED )

Mode of Exam

Offline (Pen and Paper-Based)

Qualification

Passed or appeared in Class 12 (any stream)

Total Marks

120 marks (40 marks per subject)

Languages

English

Gujarati

Hindi

Duration

3 hours

Marking Scheme

+1 mark for each correct answer -0.25 marks for each wrong answer (negative marking)

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UCEED – PYQs

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UCEED2025

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HOW TO REGISTER

Visit the official website and register
Fill in personal, and academic details and upload documents
Pay the registration fee
Submit and download the confirmation

TIPS TO PREPARE

Visualization & Spatial Ability
Understand the Exam Pattern & Syllabus and prepare your study plan accordingly
Observation & Design Sensitivity
Have updated knowledge of General knowledge, current affairs related to design
Solve previous year's papers and mock tests
Work on speed and accuracy
Improve sketching and visualization skills
Practice design thinking and creative problem-solving

TENTATIVE DATES

Registration Start Date	October 01, 2024
Admit Card Date	January 03, 2025
Exam Date	January 19, 2025
Result Declaration	March 07, 2025
Submission of Online Application for BDes Programme	March 14 to 31, 2025

EXPERT ADVICE

COUNSELLING

IIT Bombay releases UCEED results and rank list
Students apply separately for IITs
Seat Allotment based on UCEED rank, preferences, and availability
Document Verification & Fee Payment

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FAQs

1. What is UCEED?

UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIT Bombay for admission to Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) programs at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, and IIITDM Jabalpur.

2. Who is eligible for UCEED?

Candidates must have passed or be appearing for their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination from any recognized board.
Candidates can attempt UCEED a maximum of two times in consecutive years.
Age Limit: General/EWS/OBC: Born on or after October 1, 2004.
Age Limit: SC/ST/PwD: Born on or after October 1, 1999.

3. How often is UCEED conducted?

UCEED is conducted once a year, typically in January.

4. What is the exam pattern for UCEED?

Mode: Online (Part A) + Offline (Part B)
Duration: 3 hours
Total Marks: 300
Sections:
- Part A (Computer-based, 2 hours 30 minutes)
  - Numerical Answer Type (NAT) – No options provided
  - Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) – More than one correct answer
  - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) – Single correct answer
- Part B (Offline, 30 minutes)
  - Drawing-based subjective question (assesses creativity & visualization skills)

5. Is there negative marking in UCEED?

Yes, only for MCQs in Part A:

MCQs: -0.25 marks for incorrect answers

6. How can I apply for UCEED?

Candidates must apply online through the official UCEED website, fill out the application form, upload documents, and pay the application fee.

7. What is the application fee for UCEED?

General/OBC/EWS: ₹3,800
SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates: ₹1,900

8. What is the validity of UCEED scores?

UCEED scores are valid for one academic year only.

9. Which institutes accept UCEED scores?

UCEED scores are accepted by:

IIT Bombay
IIT Delhi
IIT Guwahati
IIT Hyderabad
IIITDM Jabalpur
Many private design institutes also accept UCEED scores.

10. Can I apply for multiple institutes with my UCEED score?

Yes, candidates can apply for multiple institutes based on their UCEED rank. However, the admission process varies for each institute.

11. What is the selection process after the UCEED exam?

Candidates who qualify for UCEED must apply separately to participating institutes for admission.
Admission is based on UCEED rank, seat availability, and category-wise cutoffs.

12. What is the syllabus for UCEED?

Visualization & Spatial Ability
Observation & Design Sensitivity
Environmental & Social Awareness
Analytical & Logical Reasoning
Language & Creativity
Design Thinking & Problem Solving
Drawing (for Part B)

13. How should I prepare for UCEED?

Practice sketching and creative problem-solving.
Work on logical reasoning and observation skills.
Solve previous year question papers & mock tests.
Improve general knowledge on design, art, and culture.

14. What is the minimum cutoff for UCEED?

Qualifying marks vary each year, but candidates must meet the minimum percentile set by IIT Bombay.
Typically, a UCEED rank within the top 500 increases chances of admission to IITs.

15. Is coaching necessary for UCEED?

Not mandatory, but coaching can help in structured learning and time management. Self-study with consistent practice is also effective. Register with CollegeBol and know the best coachinginstitute

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