IIT Bombay will soon close the registration for the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) 2026. Students who wish to join the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program at various IITs and other design colleges must apply before the deadline. The last date to submit the application form with regular fees is October 31, 2025 . After this date, a late fee will apply. The UCEED 2026 entrance exam is scheduled for January 18, 2026 .
UCEED is an important exam for students aiming for a career in design. It helps them get admission into top institutes like IITs. The application process began on October 01, 2025 . All candidates must apply online through the official UCEED registration portal, which is uceed.iitb.ac.in . Before applying, candidates should carefully check if they meet all the eligibility rules set by UCEED.
Key Dates for UCEED 2026
Here are the important dates for the UCEED 2026 examination:
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | October 01, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply (Regular Fee) | October 31, 2025 |
| Application with Late Fee Starts | November 01, 2025 |
| UCEED 2026 Exam Date | January 18, 2026 |
Application Fees for UCEED 2026
The application fee varies for different categories of candidates. It must be paid online during the registration process.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
| Female candidates | INR 2,000 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) candidates | INR 2,000 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) candidates | INR 2,000 |
| PwD (Persons with Disability) candidates | INR 2,000 |
| All other candidates | INR 4,000 |
If candidates apply after October 31, 2025 , they will have to pay an extra late fee of INR 500 . This means the fee for female, SC, ST, and PwD candidates will become INR 2,500, and for other candidates, it will be INR 4,500.
Who Can Apply for UCEED 2026?
The UCEED exam is for students who have passed or are appearing for their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination. These students want to study Bachelor of Design (B.Des) at an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) or other participating institutes. Each institute and the UCEED committee have specific eligibility rules regarding age, subjects in Class 12, and minimum marks. Students must check the official UCEED website for the detailed eligibility criteria before filling out the form to avoid any issues later.
How to Apply for UCEED 2026
The application process for UCEED 2026 is fully online. Follow these simple steps to register and complete your application:
- Step 1: Online Registration
Visit the UCEED registration link on uceed.iitb.ac.in . You need to provide a valid email ID and a working mobile number. After entering these details, an applicant account will be created for you. - Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form
Log in to your newly created account. The application form has different sections, including your personal details (like name, date of birth), academic history (your school and marks), and contact information. Fill in all these sections carefully. You will also need to choose your preferred exam cities from a list. Select these cities in the order of how much you want them. - Step 3: Upload Documents
You must upload certain documents in the correct format. These usually include a recent photograph, your signature, proof of your date of birth (like your Class 10 mark sheet), and certificates for your qualifying exams (like your Class 12 mark sheet). Make sure the documents are clear and in the size asked for. - Step 4: Pay the Application Fee
The final step is to pay the application fee. This payment must be done online using options like debit card, credit card, or net banking. Once the payment is successful, your application is complete.
It is important to complete all steps before the deadline. Students are advised to submit their applications well before October 31, 2025 , to avoid last-minute rush and technical problems. Keep a copy of your filled application form and payment receipt for your records.
