IIT Bombay has announced that the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) and the Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) for 2027 will be conducted on January 17, 2027. The registrations for both exams are expected to begin in October 2026. This announcement provides aspirants with ample time to prepare for the entrance tests that are crucial for admission to design programs at various IITs and other participating institutes.
Exam Details and Schedule
UCEED is conducted for admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, and IIT Roorkee. CEED is for admission to Master of Design (M.Des) and other postgraduate design programs at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Hyderabad, IISc Bangalore, and other participating institutes. Both exams are held once a year, and the 2027 edition will follow the same pattern.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates appearing for UCEED must have passed or be appearing in the Class 12 examination in 2026 or 2027. For CEED, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in any discipline. Detailed eligibility criteria will be available in the official information brochure.
Application Process
The application process will be online. Candidates need to register on the official UCEED and CEED websites. The application fee is expected to be similar to previous years, with concessions for reserved categories.
Exam Pattern
UCEED 2027 will consist of two parts: Part A (multiple-choice questions) and Part B (drawing and design aptitude). CEED 2027 will also have two parts: Part A (multiple-choice questions) and Part B (design aptitude and drawing). Both exams will test candidates on observation, creativity, design sensitivity, and problem-solving skills.
Preparation Tips
To excel in these exams, candidates should practice drawing, study design principles, and solve previous years' question papers. Coaching institutes and online resources can also help in preparation.
For more details, candidates are advised to regularly check the official UCEED and CEED websites for updates. The announcement of the exam date well in advance is expected to help students plan their preparation effectively.
