Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
UCEED is conducted by IIT Bombay for admissions to B.Des programs across premier IITs. Known for testing visualization, observational sensitivity, spatial reasoning, environmental awareness, and design drawing skills.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 300 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A (CBT): NAT, MSQ, MCQ | 57 Questions (Aptitude, spatial & visual) | 200 Marks | 120 Minutes |
| Part B (Offline): Drawing & Design | 2 Questions (Sketching & Product Design) | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes |
Part A has variable marking (+4, -1, 0, or partial marks). Part B is evaluated only if Part A qualifies.
Negative Marking Rule: Negative marks apply on MCQs and MSQs in Part A. Zero negative marking on NAT and Part B.
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
IIT Bombay B.Des general category closes around All India Rank 1-18; top 50 ranks needed for IIT Delhi and IIT Guwahati.
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
Can students from arts or commerce pursue B.Des at IIT Bombay?
Yes! Students from any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) are eligible to appear for UCEED and join B.Des at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Hyderabad, and IIITDM Jabalpur. (IIT Guwahati requires Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics).
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