The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay opened registration for the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) 2026 today, October 1, 2025 . Students seeking admission to Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programs must apply by October 31, 2025 . The UCEED 2026 entrance examination is scheduled for January 18, 2026 .
UCEED serves as the qualifying examination for admission to undergraduate design programs. This includes Bachelor of Design (B.Des) courses offered at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, and IIITDM Jabalpur. Several other institutes, including some National Institutes of Design (NIDs), also accept UCEED scores for their B.Des programs.
Key Dates for UCEED 2026
The standard registration window for UCEED 2026 closes on October 31, 2025 . Candidates who miss this deadline have an additional opportunity to apply during the late registration period. Late applications will be accepted until November 7, 2025 . A late fee of INR 500 applies to all applications submitted after the initial deadline.
UCEED 2026 Examination Details
UCEED 2026 is a three-hour, test-centre-based examination. The exam evaluates aptitude for design. It includes sections on visualization and spatial ability, observation and design sensitivity, environmental and social awareness, analytical and logical reasoning, language and creativity, and design thinking and problem-solving. The examination date is fixed for January 18, 2026 .
Eligibility and Attempts
Candidates born on or after October 1, 2001 , are eligible for the OPEN, Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and Other Backward Classes-Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) categories. Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates born on or after October 1, 1996 , also qualify. Students may attempt UCEED a maximum of two consecutive times.
Application Fees
Application fees are non-refundable. Candidates must pay the required fee online during registration. The fee structure varies by category:
| Category | Application Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Female Candidates | 2,000 |
| SC Candidates | 2,000 |
| ST Candidates | 2,000 |
| PwD Candidates | 2,000 |
| All Other Candidates | 4,000 |
Application Process Reminders
Applicants must ensure all details entered are accurate before final submission. UCEED does not permit corrections to submitted forms. Candidates should prepare all necessary documents in the specified format and size. These documents are required before starting the online application. Completing registration and payment well before the deadline is advised to avoid technical issues.
Official Information
For official updates, the detailed information brochure, and direct access to the application portal, candidates should visit the UCEED 2026 website:uceed.iitb.ac.in.