UCEED 2026: Two New Universities to Accept Design Scores

Students aiming for Bachelor of Design (B.Des) courses will have more options from the academic year 2026-2027 . Two new universities, GLS University, Gujarat , and MIT Vishwaprayag University, Solapur , will now accept scores from the UCEED 2026 exam for their undergraduate design admissions.

This means students who take the Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design (UCEED) can use their scores to seek admission to these two institutions. The UCEED is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIT Bombay for students wanting to pursue design courses.

GLS University, Gujarat

GLS University in Gujarat will offer some seats in its undergraduate design program for students admitted through UCEED 2026 scores. However, it is important to note that GLS University will not be part of the common Joint Admission Process (JAP) which is managed by IIT Bombay . This means students interested in GLS University must apply directly to the university using their UCEED scores, instead of applying through the common JAP portal.

For exact details on the number of seats available, how to fill the application form, and the full admission process for B.Des courses at GLS University , students should visit the university's official website.

MIT Vishwaprayag University, Solapur

Similarly, MIT Vishwaprayag University in Solapur will also reserve some seats in its undergraduate courses for students using their UCEED 2026 scores. Like GLS University , MIT Vishwaprayag University will not be part of the Joint Admission Process run by IIT Bombay .

Students who wish to apply to MIT Vishwaprayag University must check the university's official website. The website will provide complete information on the number of seats offered, how to apply for the B.Des program, and the specific admission steps. If students have any questions, they should contact the university directly.

UCEED Participating Institutes for Joint Admission Process (JAP)

Apart from these new universities that accept UCEED scores directly, several top government institutes participate in the Joint Admission Process (JAP). These institutes use a common application process run by IIT Bombay based on UCEED ranks. Here is the list of key institutes that admit students through the UCEED 2026 JAP:

Students looking to pursue a B.Des degree must keep track of these updates. Always refer to the official websites of UCEED and the respective universities for the latest and most accurate information regarding application forms, deadlines, and admission rules for the 2026-2027 academic year.