The question papers and Part A draft answer keys for UCEED and CEED 2026 have been released by the exam authority. The documents are now available for candidates who appeared for the design entrance examinations conducted on 18 January 2026. Applicants can access both the question paper and the draft answer key directly from the official exam websites without using login credentials. The release allows candidates to review their responses and estimate scores before the final key is published.
UCEED and CEED 2026 Answer Key Objection Window
Along with the release of the draft answer keys, the authority has opened a limited objection window. Candidates who find discrepancies in the Part A answer keys can submit challenges through the official candidate portal. Key details related to objections are outlined below:
- Exam date: 18 January 2026
- Draft answer key type: Part A (Model Answer Key)
- Last date to raise objections: 22 January 2026 (till 05:00 PM)
- Mode of objection: Online through candidate portal only
No objections will be accepted after the deadline under any circumstances.
UCEED 2026 Question Paper Pattern and Marking Scheme
The UCEED examination is conducted in two parts to assess design aptitude, logical reasoning, and creativity. The structure of the question paper is as follows.
Part A includes NAT, MSQ, and MCQ sections with a total of 57 questions carrying 200 marks.Part B consists of drawing-based questions, including sketching and design aptitude, carrying 100 marks.
Negative marking applies to selected sections in Part A, while Part B is evaluated manually.
CEED 2026 Question Paper Structure
The CEED Part A question paper consists of objective-type questions divided into three sections. The paper includes a total of 44 questions carrying 150 marks.
- Numerical Answer Type (NAT)
- Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Each section follows a distinct marking scheme as prescribed in the official examination guidelines.
Important Information for Candidates
Both UCEED and CEED examinations are conducted by IIT Bombay. Candidates are advised to review the draft answer keys carefully and submit objections, if any, within the stipulated timeline. The final answer keys will be released after evaluating all valid objections. These will be used for result preparation and score calculation. Candidates should regularly check official notifications for updates related to results and scorecards.