Do I need to pay any service charge when filling UCEED 2026 application form?

Yes, the candidate may have to pay the service charges, processing fees and/or any other charges that the banks may charge when filling out the UCEED 2025 application form. Note that this in addition to the application fee. Also, if the candidate doesn't complete the application process by October 2024, they will have to pay a late fee of INR to apply between November 1 and 8, 2024.

Can I use a scribe for appearing in UCEED 2026 exam?

The use of a scribe can be used by the candidate under the following conditions: candidates who have a disability and require assistance in operating the computer for Part-A of the examination The candidate has to upload d a copy of the PwD certificate at the time of online registration for UCEED 2025.

Will the IITs conduct spot round of UCEED 2026 counseling for OCI/PIO candidates?

The IITs will not conduct any spot rounds after the completion of the regular counseling rounds. UCEED 2025 counseling will be conducted as a Joint Admission Process. The counseling will have five seat-allotment rounds. Meanwhile, IITDM Jabalpur may conduct a spot round of admissions at the institutional level if there are any vacant seats after completion of the UCEED counselling.

Will IIT Bombay release the evaluated answer sheets of Part B for UCEED 2026?

The evaluated answer booklets of Part-B will not be shared with the candidates. Further, the answer booklets of Part – B will be preserved ONLY for a period of three months from the date of declaration of the UCEED results. Part B answer booklets will be evaluated manually. The panel will have two expert evaluators who will do the evaluation separately and independently.

Will UCEED 2026 counseling be held for M.Des admission?

IIT Bombay will conduct the counseling process for UCEED 2026 for B.Des admission only. Candidates who have qualified in CEED 2026 exam need to apply directly to the particiating college. Note that IIT Bombay will not conduct any Joint Admission Process for CEED 2026. So, once CEED 2026 results are declared, go to the admission portal of the participating instititues for updates.

Can I transfer my UCEED 2026 counseling fee?

The counseling fee of UCEED 2026 is neither refundable nor transferable. So, when making the payment, the candidate needs to be sure about their participation. UCEED 2026 counseling will have five seat allotment rounds. Registrations for UCEED counseling 2026 will be held online.

When will the official notification for UCEED 2026 be released?

The official notification of UCEED 2026 will be released by October 01, 2025, by IIT Bombay on the official website. The exam dates are out and will be conducted on January 18, 2026.

What do I need to know about the UCEED question paper?

The UCEED question paper will be of 3 hours and include two parts - The computer-based Part A and the offline-based Part B. It is mandatory for candidates to appear in both the paper. Also, Part B paper answer booklets will only be evaluated if the candidate qualifies Part A. IIT Bombay will release the cut-off marks for Part A before the declaration of results. Part A will include the following types of questions: Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Multiple Select Question (MSQ) Multiple Choice Question (MCQ). Part A will now include 57 questions. Meanwhile, Part B will include 2 questions; this includes a sketching-based and an aptitide-based question.

When will the admission notification for UCEED 2026 be released?

IIT Bombay released the admission notification for UCEED 2026 on October 1, 2025. Candidates can check out the notification online at the UCEED admission portal - uceed.iitb.ac.in. The admission notification carries updates about the exam, for instance, when will the exam be conducted, the deadlines to fill out the application form, etc. It also contain the eligibility criteria that candidates need to fulfill for admission. The candidate needs to careful go through the admission notification to learn about the upcoming exam, especially if any new update is released. The UCEED 2026 exam will be conducted on January 18, 2026.

How can I prepare for UCEED Entrance Exam in 6 months?

If you have six months to prepare for UCEED and not an year, you need to be smart. Here are a few tips to prepare for the exam in six months: Make a study time table. Consult the exam pattern and get isights. Also, refer to the exam syllabus. Another point to note is the difficulty level of the exam. Start your preparation without any delay. Take notes during study. Solve sample papers and take mock tests.

What items am I allowed to carry to the UCEED 2026 exam centre?

On the day of the UCEED 2026 exam, the candidate must bring with them the admit card and a valid photo id proof. Without these documents, the candidate will not be allowed to sit in the exam. To take the exam, the candidate must bring the following items: pens, pencils, sketch pens and colours for the examination. However, the candidate is not allowed to bring any electronic divide inside the exam hall, including mobile phones, smart phones, digital/smart watches, calculators, and tablets. Other items that are on the barred-items list include abacus, slide rule, log books, study material of any type, geometry box, and so on to the examination hall. IIT Bomaby will release the detailed list of forbidden items on its website before the exam.

What is UCEED 2026 seat allotment process for foreign nationals?

To be considered for seat allocation, foreign national candidates must meet all the eligibility requirements. UCEED seat allotment for foreign nationals will be held online. Eligible candidates may apply The candidate is urged to go through the admission process carefully. Read the details given in the admission brochure.

Will there be biometric verification for candidates at UCEED 2026 exam centre?

Yes, there will be biometric verification at the UCEED 2026 exam centre. The biometric information (thumb impression and photograph) will be collected from the candidate before the commencement of the exam. On exam day, the candidate needs to bring with them a valid photo id proof and the admit card. Note that the photo id proof must be in the original; photocopies will not be accepted. Note that the candidate needs to report at the UCEED 2026 exam centre at least 2 hours before the commencement of the exam.

When will the UCEED 2026 application form open?

UCEED 2026 Application is expected to open by October 01, 2025, on the official website. The last date to apply with regular fees will be in the second week of November 2025. Candidates who met the prescribed eligibility criteria were able to apply for admission.

What is the exam pattern for UCEED 2026?

UCEED consists of two parts: Part A (Computer-based): Objective questions (NAT, MSQ, MCQ) Part B (Pen-and-paper): Drawing and design aptitude questions

When will the UCEED 2026 application form be available?

UCEED 2026 Applications for the B.Des programme will be released by IIT Bombay in the last week of September 2025 or in the first week of October 2025. The application form will be available on the official website of UCEEED. The UCEED Entrance Exam 2026 will be conducted on January 18, 2026 (Sunday).

What is the timing of UCEED 2026 Exam?

UCEED Exam 2026 will be conducted on January 18, 2026 (Sunday), from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The details will be released by October 01, 2025, on the official website.

When will UCEED Entrance Exam 2026 be conducted?

IIT Bombay will conduct the UCEED 2026 Entrance Exam for B.Des programmes on January 18, 2026. The notification will be out in the first week of October 2025.

After submitting UCEED 2026 application fee, can I cancel the application form and get a refund?

No, candidates will not be given a refund for UCEED 2026 application fee under any circumstance. UCEED application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. So, before paying the application fee, the candidate needs to make up their minds whether they want to appear in the UCEED exam or not. The UCEED 2026 application fee is INR 4000 for open, and INR 2000 for female and reserved category candidates.

Whom should I contact if I have any problem with UCEED registration?

Candidates can report any issue faced while filling the UCEED application form by clicking the 'Report Problem' tab that is present on the right side of the application window. The tab is highlighted in yellow colour. On clicking the tab, candidates have to elaborate on the problem that they are experiencing and also mention their registration number. It is recommended that the candidate don't wait for the dying hour to fill the form. It is because in the last few hours of the application window, there is a chance the server may crash or there may be a lag due to heavy traffic.

Which academic stream should I have studied in Class 12 to be eligible for UCEED 2026 exam?

Candidates from any academic stream are eligible to apply for UCEED exam. However, for admission to IIT Guwahati it is mandatory for candidates to have passed Class 12 from Science stream. The candidate needs to carefully go through the eligibiity criteria before they apply. It is because the candidate will not be considered for admission to the B. Des programme even if they get a rank in UCEED 2026 if they don't meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. Also, any candidate who is found to be using incorrect information about their eliigibity stands to be disqualified if caught.

Is the UCEED 2026 application the same for the B. Des and M.Des courses?

The UCEED 2026 application form is to be filled by candidates seeking admission to the B. Des programme. Also, UCEED 2026 scores is not considered for admission to the M.Des programme. So, the candidates must instead fill out the application form for CEED 2026. Note that both the CEED and UCEED exams are conducted by IIT Bombay. The application form for UCEED 2026 is open from October 1-31, 2025 (regular fees). Note that the CEED 2026 application form is also open and has the same schedule.

I am appearing in qualifying exam in 2026, can I apply for UCEED 2026?

If you are appearing in the qualifying examination (Class XII or equivalent) in 2026 you must ensure the following: (a) all parts of their final examination are completed by the date of application for admission, and (b) submit proof of having passed the qualifying examination with required eligibility by September 30, 2026 to the admitting institute.

Will IIT Bombay conduct spot round of counseling for UCEED 2026?

UCEED 2026 counseling will be conducted by IIT Bombay. The counseling process will have five rounds. The Joint Admission Process will not have any spot rounds. However, IITDM Jabalpur may conduct a spot round of admissions at the institutional level if there are any vacant seats after completion of the counselling.

Can I change my institute after completion of UCEED 2026 counseling?

Once the UCEED 2026 counseling process is over, the candidate is not allowed to shift from one institute to another. The candidate will have to select their preferred institute at the time of counseling registration. IIT Bombay will conduct UCEED 2026 counseling registration in March 2026. Candidates who have been allotted a merit rank can apply.

My qualifying Exam Board awards only letter grades. Can I apply for UCEED 2026?

If a qualifying Examination Board awards only letter grades without providing information on the passing grade on the grade sheet, the candidate should obtain a certificate from the Board specifying the passing grade and upload it along with the grade sheet. In case such a certificate is not provided, the decision taken by the UCI Committee will be final.

Can students from Commerce/ Arts or Humanities apply for admission to III Guwahati through UCEED 2026?

Candidates from the Science Stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects are eligible to apply to IIT Guwahati. Also, note that Biology will not be considered in lieu of Mathematics. IIT Roorkee has the same eligibility criteria as IIT Guwahati. The application form for UCEED 2026 must be filled out by candidates after ascertaining their eligibility.

Do I need to mention request for compensatory time in the UCEED 2026 application form?

If the candidate wishes to avail the services of a scribe and compensatory time, the same should be mentioned in the UCEED 2026 application form. The candidate is eligible for compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour in Part A and 20 minutes for Part B. But note that the compensatory time for Part-A cannot be transferred to Part-B and vice versa. Upload the PwD certificate along with such requests in the given format.

How will scribes be allocated to the candidates for UCEED exam?

Exam officials will make the necessary arrangements through the test centre administrator (TCA) of the examination centre to provide a panel of scribes (amanuenses). Only such candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered for scribe services. Scribes will be students of Class XI. The PwD/Dyslexic (severe) candidate has to choose a scribe from this panel. The candidates are not be allowed to bring their own scribes.

Can students from Commerce/ Arts or Humanities apply for admission to IIITDM Jabalpur through UCEED 2026?

No, candidates from m Commerce, Arts or Humanities at 10+2 are not eligible to apply for BDes admissions at IIITDM Jabalpur. For admission to BDes at IIITDM Jabalpur, the candidate must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology. The candidate is urged to carefully go through the detailed UCEED 2025 eligibility criteria before applying for admission.

Where can I get hard copies of the UCEED 2026 scorecard?

IIT Bombay will not release any hard copies of the UCEED 2026 scorecard. The scorecard will be available in online mode only. It will be released in the form of a downloadable pdf; you can download it from the official admission portal - uceed.iitb.ac.in. The last date to download the scorecard is July 31, 2026.

Will the UCEED 2026 seat-acceptance fee adjusted with the institute fees?

Yes, the seat-acceptance fee paid by the candidate will be adjusted against the institute fees of the admitting institute at the time of joining. In case the candidate declines the offered seat after remitting the seat acceptance fee, the refund of the seat acceptance fee will be done per the policies of the admitting institute. So, carefully go through the counseling process.

When should I pay the UCEED 2026 seat-acceptance fee?

To avoid any last-minute unforeseen transaction issues, the candidate should pay the seat acceptance fee for a round well before the end time/date of the corresponding round. Note that if the fee is not paid within the given deadline, the allotment will be cancelled. Also, such seats will be offered to the candidate next in the order of merit.

When will the UCEED 2026 syllabus be released?

IIT Bombay has released the syllabus for UCEED 2026 on October 01, 2025. So, if you are planning to appear in UCEED 2026 exam, you must follow the official syllabus. The UCEED syllabus contains the topics that candidates need to prepare for the national-level design entrance exam. As per the UCEED syllabus, Part A has 57 questions and Part B includes two questions.

Can I solve previous year's papers considering UCEED syllabus is revised?

Candidates can use the previous year's papers to practice for the exam. The more sample papers you solve, the better you will get. The question papers are available on the official website under the download section. Part A has 57 questions and Part B will have two questions.

What is provisional UCEED seat allotment?

The seat allotment will be provisional and will be confirmed by the admitting institutes only after the requisite fees are paid, the documents are duly verified, and their formalities are completed. If any of the steps are left incomplete, the seat allotment can be cancelled. In such a case, the vacant seats will be offered to the candidate next in the order of merit.

Is there reservation of seats for General-EWS in UCEED 2026?

As per the information given in the UCEED 2026 information brochure, 10% of seats in every course will be reserved for Gen-EWS category. Note that to apply under this category, you must meet the conditions given in the OM No. 20013/01/2018-BC-II dated January 17, 2019 issued by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. When applying for UCEED 2026, you can select your category.

What is evaluation process for UCEED 2026 Part B?

The evaluation of Part-B will be done manually by at least two expert evaluators separately and independently. Following is the scheme of evaluation for each question in Part-B. If the difference in marks awarded by the two evaluators 10 marks, the answer sheet of Part-B will be evaluated by a third expert examiner (and so on until the difference of marks 10 after several evaluations, a moderator will be invited to examine the answers. If the difference in marks between the moderator and either of the examiners is the same, then the higher average will be considered for calculating the score.

When will UCEED seat allotment release for Round I?

IIT Bombay will release UCEED 2026 seat allotment for Round I in the last week of April 2026. The seat allotment will be released online at the UCEED - IIT Bombay admission portal UCEED.iitb.ac.in. To download the seat allotment result, the candidate needs to click on the "Click Here" button given under B. Des 1st Round of Seat Allotment heading. Note that no log-in is required to download the seat allotment results pdf. Candidates who are allotted seats had to accept the seat and pay the fees within the given schedule for confirmation of their seats.

What will be the mode of UCEED counseling?

The counseling for UCEED 2026 will be conducted online as a Joint Seat Allocation process. The counseling will be conducted in a centralized manner. IIT Bombay will conduct counseling registration from March 2026. All candidates who qualify in the UCEED 2026 exam will be eligible to register for counseling. The allotment of seats for admission to the B.Des programme offered by participating colleges is based on the following parameters: UCEED 2026 merit rank of the candidate College option selected during registration.

Who can participate in UCEED counseling?

The counseling process for UCEED 2026 will be conducted by IIT Bombay as a Joint Seat Allocation process. To participate in UCEED 2026 counseling, the candidate must have qualfied in the UCEED 2026 entrance exam and been allocated a merit rank. This means, if the candidate has failed to qualify Part A exam, he or she will not be allocated a merit rank, and therefore are not eligible to take part in the counseling process.

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UCEED 2026: UCEED Application 2026 is open now, October 01, 2025. The last date for UCEED Registration is October 31, 2025. Registration can also be done with late fees of INR 500 till November 07, 2025.

UCEED Entrance Exam 2026 is scheduled to be held on January 18, 2026 (Sunday) from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, for the B.Des Programme by IIT Bombay. Candidates seeking admission to the Design undergraduate programme, like B.Des at IITs, must apply and appear for the UCEED 2026 Exam.

UCEED 2026 official notifications was released by October 01, 2025.

Latest Update:

UCEED 2026 Applications are available on the official website of UCEED: https://www.uceed.iitb.ac.in for the UCEED Entrance Examination. The UCEED Application fee is INR 2,000 for Female and SC, ST, PwD Candidates and INR 4,000 for other candidates.

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02 Jan ' 26	UCEED 2026 Issue of Admit Cards
18 Jan ' 26	UCEED 2026 Exam DATE
20 Jan ' 26	UCEED 2026 Release of Draft Answer Key
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