CEED 2026 Expected Cut-Off and Qualifying Marks have been indicated for candidates who appeared in the design entrance examination. The qualifying scores are crucial for shortlisting candidates for the merit list and further admission process. Only those meeting the minimum criteria in Part A will be considered for evaluation of Part B.
CEED 2026 Category-Wise Expected Qualifying Marks
The qualifying marks for CEED are released category-wise to ensure fair selection. Candidates must secure the minimum prescribed score in Part A to move ahead in the admission process.
Based on previous trends, the expected minimum qualifying marks for CEED 2026 Part A are as follows:
- Open category: Around 50–55 marks
- OBC-NCL / EWS: Around 45–50 marks
- SC / ST / PwD: Around 25–35 marks
These scores are indicative and may vary depending on the overall performance of candidates and exam difficulty level. The final cut-off will be confirmed along with the official result announcement.
CEED 2026 Merit List Preparation Criteria
The CEED merit list is prepared only for candidates who qualify Part A. Marks obtained in Part B play a decisive role in determining the final rank.
The merit list preparation includes the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on Part A qualifying marks
- Evaluation of Part B answer sheets
- Calculation of final score with prescribed weightage
- Release of All India Rank (AIR)
Candidates securing higher marks in Part B will receive better ranks, which directly impacts admission opportunities in participating institutes.
CEED 2026 Result and Scorecard Details
The CEED 2026 result is expected to be declared in March 2026. Qualified candidates will be able to download their scorecards from the official website of Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), which conducts the exam.
The scorecard will mention:
- Candidate’s name and roll number
- Marks obtained in Part A and Part B
- Final score
- All India Rank (if qualified)
- Category-wise qualifying status
The scorecard will remain valid for one year from the date of declaration of results.
CEED 2026 Admission Process After Cut-Off
Qualifying CEED does not guarantee automatic admission. Candidates must separately apply to participating institutes offering M.Des programmes.
The admission process typically includes:
- Submission of application forms to respective institutes
- Shortlisting based on CEED score
- Design aptitude test / studio test (if applicable)
- Personal interview round
- Final merit list release
Institutes such as IITs and IISc consider CEED scores for admission to postgraduate design programmes. Final selection depends on institute-specific criteria along with CEED performance.
Candidates are advised to regularly check official notifications regarding cut-off confirmation, result declaration, and admission schedules to avoid missing important deadlines.
