The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has started the UCEED and CEED 2026 registration process with late fees. Candidates who missed the regular deadline can now apply for the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) and Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) by paying a late fee of ₹500 in addition to the regular application fee. The late registration window opened on November 6, 2025, and will remain active till November 10, 2025. Applicants can complete their registration through the official portals — uceedapp.iitb.ac.in for UCEED and ceedapp.iitb.ac.in for CEED.
UCEED and CEED 2026 Late Registration Details
Both UCEED and CEED serve as national-level entrance examinations conducted by IIT Bombay for admission into design programmes such as B.Des, M.Des, and Ph.D. courses at premier institutes across India. Below are the key details of the ongoing registration process:
Application Process for UCEED and CEED 2026
Candidates must carefully complete the registration process to avoid errors during document verification. The application process for both exams involves six major steps:
- Online Registration – Visit the respective portal and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Filling Personal Details – Enter personal and contact information as per official records.
- Providing Academic Information – Add qualification details such as board, year of passing, and marks.
- Selection of Test Centres – Choose the preferred exam cities as per convenience.
- Uploading of Documents – Upload scanned copies of required documents, including photo, signature, and category certificates (if applicable).
- Payment of Fees – Pay the application fee, including the late fee of ₹500, through debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
Exam Dates and Upcoming Events
Once the registration window closes, IIT Bombay will begin preparations for the UCEED and CEED entrance exams 2026, which will take place in January 2026. Important upcoming events include:
Candidates are advised to check the official websites regularly for the latest updates on admit cards and exam schedules.
Admit Card and Error Correction
The UCEED and CEED 2026 admit cards will be available for download from January 2, 2026. In case of any discrepancy, candidates will be able to report errors until January 8, 2026. The admit card will contain details such as exam centre, date, reporting time, and instructions for the exam day.
About UCEED and CEED
- UCEED (Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design) is conducted for admission into B.Des programmes at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, and IIITDM Jabalpur.
- CEED (Common Entrance Examination for Design) is held for M.Des and Ph.D. design courses at premier design institutes including IIT Bombay, IIT Kanpur, IISc Bangalore, and IIT Delhi.
Both exams assess a candidate’s creativity, design aptitude, visual perception, and analytical thinking.
What’s Next for Applicants?
After completing the registration, applicants must prepare for the design aptitude test by reviewing previous years’ question papers and mock tests available on the official websites. The results of both exams will be declared in March 2026, followed by counselling and admission rounds. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before November 10, 2025, to avoid last-minute technical issues.
