The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has officially released the IIT Bombay UCEED 2026 Information Brochure for admissions to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program. The Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design (UCEED) 2026 is the gateway for admission to the B.Des programs at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Indore, IIT Roorkee, and IIITDM Jabalpur. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online from October 01, 2025, to October 31, 2025 (with a late fee until November 07, 2025) on the official website www.uceed.iitb.ac.in.
IIT Bombay UCEED 2026 Notification PDF Download
Candidates can download the UCEED 2026 Information Brochure PDF from the link below to check complete details about the examination, including eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, participating institutes, and the B.Des admission process. The notification outlines the two-part computer-based test for design aptitude, leading to joint seat allocation for the prestigious B.Des programs. Click the link below to download the official UCEED 2026 Information Brochure PDF.
UCEED 2026 Information Brochure PDF
IIT Bombay UCEED 2026: Overview
The UCEED 2026 is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIT Bombay for aspirants seeking a career in design. Candidates can check the key highlights of the UCEED 2026 notification in the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organizing Institute | IIT Bombay |
| Exam Name | Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design (UCEED) |
| Program | Bachelor of Design (B.Des) |
| Participating Institutes | IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Indore, IIT Roorkee, IIITDM Jabalpur |
| Total Seats (Tentative, based on 2025-26) | 245 |
| Application Start Date | October 01, 2025, 01:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | October 31, 2025 |
| Exam Date | January 18, 2026 (09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (Part-A) & Pen-Paper for Drawing (Part-B) |
| Selection Process | UCEED Score + Joint Seat Allocation |
| Official Website | www.uceed.iitb.ac.in |
UCEED 2026 Participating Institutes & Seat Matrix (Previous Year)
Admission through UCEED 2026 is for the B.Des program at seven premier institutes. The seat matrix for the previous academic year (2025-26) is provided below for reference. The final matrix for 2026-27 will be published on the official website.
| Participating Institute | Total Seats (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | 37 |
| IIT Delhi | 20 |
| IIT Guwahati | 56 |
| IIT Hyderabad | 30 |
| IIT Indore | 16 |
| IIT Roorkee | 20 |
| IIITDM Jabalpur | 66 |
| Total | 245 |
IIT Bombay UCEED 2026 Apply Online Link
Eligible candidates can submit their applications for UCEED 2026 online from 01st October 2025 to 31st October 2025 (with a late fee until 07th November 2025). Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official UCEED 2026 portal. Candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying. Detailed instructions for filling out the form are available on the website.
Direct Link to Apply for UCEED 2026
UCEED 2026 Application Fee
Candidates applying for UCEED 2026 must pay a non-refundable registration fee. The fee structure is as follows:
| Category | Regular Fee (Till Oct 31, 2025) | Late Fee (Till Nov 07, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Nationals (Female/SC/ST/PwD) | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,500 |
| Indian Nationals (All Other Candidates) | ₹ 4,000 | ₹ 4,500 |
| Foreign Nationals (SAARC) | US $ 200 | US $ 250 |
| Foreign Nationals (Non-SAARC) | US $ 250 | US $ 300 |
IIT Bombay UCEED 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all the following criteria to be eligible for UCEED 2026.
1. Age Limit:
- OPEN/EWS/OBC-NCL: Born on or after October 1, 2001.
- SC/ST/PwD: Born on or after October 1, 1996.
2. Number of Attempts:
- A candidate can attempt UCEED a maximum of two times in consecutive years.
3. Qualifying Examination:
- The candidate should have passed Class XII (or equivalent) in 2025 OR should be appearing in 2026 for the first time.
- Students from ALL STREAMS (Science, Commerce, and Arts & Humanities) are eligible.
UCEED 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
UCEED 2026 is a 3-hour exam divided into two parts.
| Part | Duration & Marks | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | 2 Hours Marks – 200 | Computer-Based | Sections: 1. Numerical Answer Type (NAT) – 14 Qs 2. Multiple Select Questions (MSQ) – 15 Qs 3. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) – 28 Qs |
| Part-B | 1 Hour Marks – 100 | Drawing on Paper | Sections: 1. Sketching – 1 Question (50 Marks) 2. Design Aptitude – 1 Question (50 Marks) |
Syllabus: Part-A tests Visualization, Spatial Reasoning, Observation, Design Sensitivity, Environmental & Social Awareness, Analytical & Logical Reasoning, Language, and Creativity. Part-B evaluates Drawing Skills and Design Aptitude.
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IIT Bombay UCEED 2026 Selection & Admission Process
The selection for B.Des programs is a two-step process:
- Qualify UCEED 2026: Candidates must appear for UCEED and secure a rank to be shortlisted.
- Apply for B.Des Admission: Qualified candidates must separately fill out the B.Des application form (March 14 – April 10, 2026) and participate in the Joint Seat Allocation process conducted over multiple rounds.
UCEED 2026 Important Dates
A summary of the crucial dates for UCEED 2026 is provided below.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration | October 01, 2025 (01:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Registration (Regular Fee) | October 31, 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration (Late Fee) | November 07, 2025 (05:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Download | January 02, 2026 (01:00 PM) onwards |
| UCEED 2026 Exam | January 18, 2026 (Sunday, 09:00 AM – 12:00 Noon) |
| Result Declaration | March 06, 2026 |
| B.Des Application Window | March 14 – April 10, 2026 |
IIT Bombay UCEED 2026 FAQs
Q1. What is the official website for UCEED 2026 registration?
Ans: The official website is www.uceed.iitb.ac.in. All registrations and updates will be available here.
Q2. I am a Commerce student. Am I eligible for UCEED and B.Des?
Ans: Yes, students from any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts & Humanities) are eligible for UCEED 2026. However, for B.Des admission, some institutes like IIT Guwahati and IIT Roorkee require Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
Q3. How many times can I attempt UCEED?
Ans: You can attempt UCEED a maximum of two times, and that too in consecutive years.
Q4. Is the UCEED score valid for one year only?
Ans: Yes, the UCEED 2026 score is valid only for admission to the B.Des programs in the academic year 2026-27.
Q5. Does qualifying UCEED guarantee a B.Des seat?
Ans: No, qualifying UCEED (obtaining a rank) only makes you eligible to apply for the B.Des program. Final admission depends on your rank, category, seat availability, and your performance in the joint seat allocation process.