The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) has released the draft answer key and response sheet for UCEED 2026 Part A . Students who appeared for the Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design on January 18, 2026 , can now check these important documents. They are available from January 20, 2026 , on the official UCEED website, uceed.iitb.ac.in . Candidates also have a chance to submit objections if they believe any answer in the key is incorrect. This objection window closes on January 22, 2026 , at 5 PM.
About UCEED 2026 Exam
UCEED stands for Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design. This national-level entrance exam is for students who want to study Bachelor of Design (B.Des) courses at premier Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and other top design colleges. IIT Bombay conducts UCEED each year to select talented students for various design programs.
The UCEED exam has two main parts. Part A is a computer-based test (CBT) that includes questions on topics like visual ability, logical reasoning, and general awareness. Part B assesses drawing and creative skills. The draft answer key and response sheet that are now available are specifically for Part A of the examination.
Importance of Answer Keys
Answer keys are crucial for students who take competitive exams. They provide the correct solutions for all questions asked. By comparing their own recorded answers, found in the response sheet, with the official draft answer key, students can estimate their scores. This gives them an early idea of their performance in Part A of UCEED 2026, even before the final results are officially announced. It helps students understand their strengths and where they might have made mistakes.
Key Dates for UCEED 2026 Answer Key
| Event | Date |
| Display of Draft Answer Key and Response Sheet | January 20, 2026 |
| Objection Window for Answer Key | January 20 to 22, 2026 (till 5 PM) |
These dates are important for all candidates who took the UCEED 2026 exam. Students must check the draft answer key and their response sheet within this short period to review their answers and raise concerns if they find any errors.
How to Download UCEED 2026 Draft Answer Key
Follow these simple steps to download your answer key and response sheet:
- Visit the official UCEED website: uceed.iitb.ac.in .
- On the homepage, look for a link related to "UCEED draft answer key for Part A" or a similar notification.
- Click on this link.
- The answer key and your response sheet will appear on your screen as PDF files.
- Review the details carefully and then download these files. Keep them for your records and for calculating your probable score.
Understanding Draft Key and Raising Objections
The "draft" answer key is the initial set of correct answers. It is called "draft" because students have a chance to challenge specific answers if they believe there is an error. Your "response sheet" shows the answers you marked during the exam for each question. You will use this to compare with the draft key.
If you find an answer in the draft key that you think is wrong, you can submit an objection to IIT Bombay. This objection window is open from January 20, 2026 , until January 22, 2026 , 5 PM. You must submit your objection with supporting evidence or clear reasons within this deadline. IIT Bombay will check all valid objections and make necessary corrections before publishing the final answer key.
Next Steps After Objections
After the objection period ends, IIT Bombay will carefully review all submitted challenges. They will then prepare and release the final answer key for UCEED 2026. This final answer key will be used to calculate the official results for the exam. Students should regularly visit the official UCEED website for updates on the final answer key and the declaration of results.
