CEED 2026: Complete Design Entrance Guide
Comprehensive information about CEED 2026, exam pattern, preparation strategy, design college admissions, and career opportunities in creative professions
CEED 2026: Gateway to Premier Design Education
The Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) 2026 is the premier national-level design entrance examination conducted by IIT Bombay for admission to Master of Design (M.Des) programs at IITs, IISc, and other premier design institutes across India. CEED represents the golden opportunity for design aspirants to pursue advanced design education in India's best technical and design institutions.
Exam Name
CEED
Conducting Authority
IIT Bombay
Exam Duration
3 hours
Exam Fee
₹3400
Exam Parts
Part A & Part B
Participating Institutes
18 IITs + 25+ Institutes
CEED 2026 Latest Updates & Notifications
CEED 2026 Exam Pattern Revised with New Evaluation Criteria
CEED 2026 introduces enhanced evaluation for Part B with more focus on sustainable design and digital creativity. Portfolio evaluation weightage increased for M.Des admissions.
Latest Update18 IITs & Premier Institutes to Accept CEED 2026 Scores
All IITs including Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati along with IISc Bangalore and other premier design institutes will accept CEED 2026 scores for M.Des programs with 800+ seats available.
Admissions UpdateCEED 2026 Registration Portal Now Active with Enhanced Features
The online registration portal for CEED 2026 is now live with improved portfolio upload system, better user interface, and mobile-friendly application process.
Registration UpdateNew CEED Preparation Resources & Sample Papers Launched
Official CEED preparation materials including updated syllabus, sample papers for both Part A and Part B, drawing exercises, and creativity enhancement modules are now available.
Resource UpdateCEED 2026: Complete Guide for Design Admissions
The Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) 2026 is a national-level design entrance examination conducted for admission to Master of Design (M.Des) programs at IITs, IISc, and other premier design institutes across India. CEED serves as a gateway to prestigious design education and promising creative careers.
CEED Full Form
Common Entrance Examination for Design
Exam Duration
3 hours
Conducting Body
IIT Bombay
Participating Institutes
18 IITs + 25+ Institutes
Exam Fee
₹3400 (₹1700 for SC/ST)
Exam Parts
Part A & Part B
Why Choose CEED?
🎨 Premier Design Education
Gateway to top IITs and premier design institutes with world-class faculty, infrastructure, and industry connections.
🚀 Diverse Specializations
Admission to M.Des programs with specializations in Product Design, Interaction Design, Animation, Visual Communication and more.
💼 Excellent Career Opportunities
CEED graduates get excellent placement opportunities in top companies, design firms, startups, and research organizations.
🌍 Single Entrance Test
One exam for multiple premier design institutes across India, reducing the burden of appearing for multiple entrance tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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