CEED Exam 2025 Application Open Now!

Admissions to the Master of Design (MDes) programmes at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Roorkee and IIITDM Jabalpur are done through the Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED). Students who have completed a degree/diploma/post graduate degree programme of minimum THREE years (after 10+2 level), or be appearing for the final examination of such a program by July 2025, or have passed the GD Arts diploma programme (10+5 level) by July 2025 are eligible to write the exam

The Registration Portal for CEED 2025 will open at 1:00 pm on October 01, 2024. Click Here to download the UCEED 2025 Entrance Exam brochure

CEED Exam 2025: Important Dates, Online Registration, Exam Pattern & Syllabus

CEED is the exam for admission to M.Des and PhD programs in Indian Institute of Technology (IITs), Indian Institute of Sciences (IISc) & Design schools. The official CEED website will handle the entire registration process online. Candidates who are interested should review the CEED 2025 registration schedule, follow the application steps closely, make the required payment, and gather all necessary documents ahead of time for a smooth application process. Below, you will find complete details about the CEED 2025 registration date, application fee, and the documents needed.

What is CEED?

CEED stands for Common Entrance Test for Design. IIT Bombay conducts CEED annually. The CEED entrance exam must be cleared by those who want to pursue an M.Des degree from IITs. The main objective of the exam is to evaluate candidates’ design aptitude, including their visual perception, drawing skills, logical reasoning, creativity, and communication abilities.

CEED 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

  Here is the tentative date for the CEED Exam in 2025:

  

  Event    
 Date (Tentative)    
 CEED 2025 application form release date  
1st October 2024    
Last date to submit CEED form 2025 with regular fee 31st October 2024
 Last date to submit CEED form 2025 with late fee
8th November 2024    
 CEED admit card 2025 date   
3rd January 2025    
 CEED 2025 exam date    
19th January 2025
 Release of draft answer key for Part-A 21st January 2025  
 Last date of uploading comments about draft answer key for Part-A 23rd January 2025   
 Release of final answer key for Part-A 29th January 2025    
 Declaration of CEED result 2025    
5th March 2025    

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CEED 2025 Eligibility Criteria


Take a look at the eligibility requirements provided below. Remember that the eligibility criteria for each institution may differ from the requirements for appearing in CEED 2025. Candidates need to verify if they meet the admission criteria before applying for CEED.

Age Limit

There are no age restrictions for appearing in the CEED exam.

Educational Qualification

To be eligible, candidates need to have completed a degree/diploma/postgraduate degree program that lasts at least three years (after 10+2 level) or be currently enrolled in the final examination of such a program by July 2025. Alternatively, candidates must have completed the GD Arts diploma program (10+5 level) by July 2025.

Maximum Attempts

Candidates are allowed to take the CEED exam as long as they meet the age limit requirement.

Scribe Qualification

Candidates who are orthopedically or visually impaired can avail of a scribe facility for part A of the CEED examination. To obtain a scribe, the candidates must adhere to the following rules.

  • The application form requires them to indicate their PWD category.
  • The authorities will personally provide the candidates with the scribe.

Steps to Fill CEED Application Form 2025


Registration for CEED 2025 will be done online through the CEED official website. Follow this step-by-step guide for completing the CEED 2025 application form.

Online Registration: Register on the official portal by entering necessary information such as email, name, and birthdate. Once registration is complete, a candidate account will be created.

Check Eligibility: To check your eligibility, you need to provide details such as the details of qualifying exam, passing year. You may also have to provide your mobile number.

Fill in the Form: Provide your personal, academic, and contact information. Select your top three choices for exam centres, in order of preference.

Upload Documents: When uploading, please ensure that the photo, signature, and qualifying exam certificates are in the specified format.

Payment of Exam Fee: Once you have verified the application’s accuracy, make the exam payment online with net banking, credit, or debit cards.

Print Out: Print out the application form for future reference.

CEED 2025 Application Fee


The application fee for CEED 2025 is mandatory and non-refundable. The fee for CEED exam can be paid online using a Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. The application fee for the exam varies based on the applicant’s category. A late fee of Rs. 500 must be paid by all candidates for submitting the application late. For female candidates (All Categories), SC, ST, and PwD candidates, the application fee is Rs. 1900. For all other candidates, the fee is Rs. 3800.

CEED 2025 Exam Pattern

The CEED exam will be conducted online in two parts, A and B, as stated in the official notification. Part A will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., followed by Part B from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

CEED Part A

Part-A (Total marks: 150; Maximum time: 1 hour)

Section 1: NAT (Numerical Answer Type): This section consists of 8 questions, each worth 4 marks, with no negative marking. You need to use the virtual keyboard on the computer screen to provide a numerical answer for these questions. There are no answer choices provided for these questions.

Section 2: MSQ (Multiple Select Question): This section will have 10 questions. Out of the four options given, each MSQ can have one or more correct choices.

Section 3: MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions): There will be a total of 26 questions. Each correct answer is awarded 3 marks and a negative 0.5 marks for each incorrect response. Each MCQ will present four options, but only one will be the correct choice.

CEED Part B

(Total marks: 100; Maximum time: 2 hours) Part B evaluates design, drawing, and writing skills through five questions. The computer screen will show the questions for Part B, and the answers must be written in the answer book given by the invigilator, not on the computer.

CEED 2025 Syllabus

Those preparing for the exam need to study the CEED syllabus, which has been prepared by the officials. Below, you will find the syllabus for Part A and Part B.


  Part A  
  Part B  
  Visualisation and Spatial Ability  
  Drawing  
  Environmental and social awareness  
  Creativity  
  Language and Creativity  
  Communication Skills  
  Analytical and Logical Reasoning  
  Problem Identification Skills  
Observation and Design Sensitivity

  Design Thinking and Problem Solving  

CEED 2025 Preparation Tips

If you want to succeed in CEED 2025, make sure to adhere to this top-notch preparation strategy.

Begin early: Start your preparation well ahead of time. By starting early, you ensure that you have enough time to thoroughly cover all aspects of the exam.

Follow the revised syllabus and pattern: Please take note of the revised syllabus for the CEED 2025 exam and follow the newly introduced format.

Use sample papers carefully: While solving sample papers can be helpful, be mindful of the syllabus changes. Give priority to problems that are relevant to the updated syllabus.

Remember to take notes: Make concise notes during your study sessions. These notes will not only enhance concentration but also serve as a helpful tool for last-minute studying before the exam.

Mock tests are important: Participate in mock exams to identify and correct last-minute mistakes. Familiarise yourself with the exam setting through this practice.

Keep a positive attitude: Make sure to distance yourself from negativity. Give importance to a healthy lifestyle by consuming nutritious meals, integrating gentle workouts, and maintaining proper hydration. Having a positive state of mind improves academic performance during exams.

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