Entrance Exam

UCEED Preparation

Targeted coaching for the Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design — B.Des admission at IITs.

About UCEED

UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design) is conducted by IIT Bombay for admission to B.Des programmes at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIITDM Jabalpur and other participating institutes. The exam tests visualization, observation skills, design thinking, and communication ability.

Our Preparation Approach

  • Visualization & spatial ability exercises
  • Observation, design sensitivity & aesthetics
  • Analytical & logical reasoning for design
  • Language & creativity based problems
  • Design thinking and environmental awareness
  • Timed mock tests with detailed performance analysis
  • Previous year paper practice and pattern study
  • Studio test and interview preparation
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Exam Details

Full NameUndergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design
Conducted ByIIT Bombay
LevelUndergraduate (B.Des)
Next exam17 Jan 2027

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UCEED — frequently asked questions

When is UCEED 2027?

UCEED 2027 is on 17 January 2027 (forenoon), conducted by IIT Bombay. Check uceed.iitb.ac.in for registration dates and the information brochure.

What is the UCEED exam pattern?

UCEED is a 3-hour, 300-mark exam. Part A (200 marks, 2 hours) is computer-based with numerical answer, multiple-select and multiple-choice questions. Part B (100 marks, 1 hour) is pen and paper and tests drawing and design aptitude. Part B is evaluated only for candidates above the Part A cut-off.

Is there negative marking in UCEED?

Yes, wrong answers to multiple-select and multiple-choice questions in Part A carry negative marks. Numerical answer type questions have no negative marking.

Which institutes accept UCEED scores?

UCEED leads to B.Des at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad and IIITDM Jabalpur, and several other institutes also accept UCEED scores. The brochure lists the current participating institutes.

Can commerce or arts students take UCEED?

Yes. UCEED is open to Class 12 students from all streams, within the age limit and attempt rules in the official brochure.

Where can I take a UCEED mock test?

The Design Habitat's online UCEED mock tests at thedesignhabitat.com/mock-tests copy the official pattern: Part A with NAT, MSQ and MCQ marking (including partial and negative marks) and Part B drawing reviewed by mentors. Mock 1 is free.