🎨 UCEED Entrance Examination

Gateway to Undergraduate Design Education. Creativity. Thinking. Innovation.

UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design) is India’s official national-level entrance examination for admission into undergraduate design programs (B.Des). It is conducted for students aspiring to study design at IITs and other premier design institutions after Class 12.

UCEED (அண்டர்கிராஜுவேட் காமன் என்ட்ரன்ஸ் எக்ஸாம் ஃபார் டிசைன்) என்பது இந்தியாவில் இளநிலை (UG) வடிவமைப்பு கல்விக்கான மிக முக்கியமான தேசிய அளவிலான நுழைவுத் தேர்வாகும். +2 முடித்த மாணவர்கள் B.Des படிப்பில் சேர்வதற்கான அதிகாரப்பூர்வ தேர்வு இதுவாகும்.

What is UCEED? (Brief Explanation)

UCEED is a national-level entrance examination that evaluates a student’s design aptitude, creativity, visual observation, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Unlike traditional academic exams, UCEED focuses on creative thinking and design awareness, not textbook memorisation.

UCEED என்பது மனப்பாடம் சார்ந்த தேர்வு அல்ல.
மாணவர்களின் creativity, design thinking மற்றும் real-world problem-solving திறனை மதிப்பிடும் தேர்வாகும்.

Why UCEED is Important for Design Aspirants

UCEED is not just an entrance exam.
It is the foundation of undergraduate design education in India.

UCEED ensures:

Entry into IITs for B.Des education

Standardised evaluation of creative aptitude

Early exposure to design thinking & innovation

High academic credibility

Pathway to top-tier design careers

UCEED இல்லாமல் IIT-களில் B.Des படிப்பில் சேர்க்கை சாத்தியமில்லை.

UCEED Entrance Exam – Key Highlights

Examination Name
Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED)

Conducting Authority
IIT Bombay

Exam Level
National Level (Undergraduate)

Courses Covered
B.Des (Bachelor of Design)

Mode of Examination
Online (Computer-Based Test)

Frequency
Once a year

Score Validity
1 Academic Year

Institutions Covered
IITs + Participating Design Institutes

UCEED என்பது இந்தியாவின் அதிகாரப்பூர்வ UG Design entrance exam ஆகும்.

Who Can Apply for UCEED?

UCEED is suitable for:

Students who have completed or are appearing for +2

Students from any stream
(Science / Commerce / Arts)

Candidates interested in:

• Design

• Creativity

• Visual communication

• Innovation

Aspirants targeting IIT design programs

UCEED-க்கு stream restriction கிடையாது.

Courses Available Through UCEED

Undergraduate Design Program

B.Des (Bachelor of Design) – 4 Years

Specialisations vary by institute, such as:

• Industrial Design

• Communication Design

• Interaction Design

• Product Design

• Visual Design

UCEED மூலம் early-stage design career தொடங்க முடியும்.

Eligibility Criteria for UCEED

To appear for UCEED, candidates must:

Pass or appear for Class 12 (10+2)

Be within age limits prescribed for the exam year

Meet attempt-limit rules (as notified by IIT Bombay)

Tamil Nadu, CBSE, ICSE மற்றும் பிற board மாணவர்களுக்கும் UCEED open.

Minimum Eligibility Marks (Qualifying Criteria)

UCEED does not declare a fixed “pass mark”.

However:

Candidates must clear Part A cut-off to qualify for ranking

Final admission depends on:

• UCEED rank

• Category

• Institute-specific cut-off

👉 Same UCEED score → different institute outcome.

UCEED Exam Pattern – Clear Overview

UCEED exam consists of two parts.

Part A – Objective Section

Duration
1 Hour

Question Types

• MCQs

• MSQs (Multiple Select Questions)

• NAT (Numerical Answer Type)

Focus Areas

• Visual perception & observation

• Logical reasoning

• Analytical thinking

• Design aptitude

• Spatial ability

Part A is qualifying and ranking-relevant.

Part B – Subjective Section

Duration
2 Hours

Question Types

• Sketching

• Visualisation

• Creative design problems

• Written explanation

Part B tests creativity, imagination, and design expression.

UCEED தேர்வு theory-விட creativity + application-ஐ அதிகமாக சோதிக்கும்.

How UCEED Score Works

UCEED result includes:

Part A score

Part B score

Combined UCEED score

All India Rank (AIR)

Institutes shortlist candidates based on:

• Rank

• Category

• Seat availability

Small rank difference → big college difference.

UCEED Admission Process – Step by Step

Step 1: UCEED Registration

Candidate registers on official UCEED portal.

Step 2: UCEED Examination

Candidate appears for Part A & Part B.

Step 3: Result Declaration

IIT Bombay releases rank list.

Step 4: Centralised Counselling

Candidates participate in UCEED counselling.

Step 5: Seat Allotment

Seats allotted based on:

• Rank

• Category

• Preference

Step 6: Reporting to Institute

Document verification & admission completion.

UCEED counselling is centralised (unlike CEED).

Institutes Accepting UCEED (Examples)

• IIT Bombay

• IIT Delhi

• IIT Guwahati

• IIT Hyderabad

• IIITDM Jabalpur

• Other participating design institutes

UCEED institutes focus on foundational design education.

Advantages of Qualifying UCEED

Academic Benefits

• Admission into IITs for B.Des

• Strong foundation in design thinking

Career Benefits

• Product Designer

• UX / UI Designer

• Visual Designer

• Interaction Designer

Practical Benefits

• Early exposure to real-world design problems

• Industry-linked curriculum

Long-Term Benefits

• Eligibility for CEED (PG Design)

• Global design opportunities

• Leadership roles in creative industries

Reporting to Institute After UCEED Admission

• Accept seat within deadline

• Submit original certificates

• Complete admission formalities

Late reporting may lead to seat cancellation.

Helpline & Official Support

Official information is released by:

• IIT Bombay (UCEED Office)

• UCEED Official Website

• Counselling Portal

Always rely only on official UCEED notifications.

Important Links for UCEED

• UCEED Official Website

• IIT Bombay – UCEED Portal

• Participating Institute Websites

🔍 UCEED vs CEED – Clear Difference

👉 UCEED = Undergraduate Design Entry
👉 CEED = Postgraduate Design Mastery