If you’re passionate about design innovation, crave deeper design education, and see yourself shaping products, experiences, or systems on a global scale, CEED is your next big step.
Whether you’re an engineer with a creative itch or a designer aiming higher—CEED opens the doors to India’s top postgraduate design programs, especially at the IITs and IISc.
What is CEED?
CEED (Common Entrance Examination for Design) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIT Bombay for admission into M.Des (Master of Design) and Ph.D. in Design programs at:
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Guwahati
- IIT Hyderabad
- IISc Bangalore
- IIITDM Jabalpur
- And many more design-focused institutes
The exam emphasizes not just design skills, but your analytical thinking, problem-solving, technical knowledge, and design process—perfect for bridging creativity and strategy.
CEED Exam Pattern (Updated for 2025)
CEED consists of two parts, and both are crucial:
Part A (1 Hour) – Computer-Based
- Objective-type questions
- Topics: Visual & spatial ability, design awareness, logical reasoning, language, environmental awareness, and creativity
- Marked and used for shortlisting
Part B (2 Hours) – Pen and Paper
- Descriptive questions that test drawing, creativity, form sensitivity, problem identification, and design thinking
- Evaluated manually
- Final CEED score = 25% of Part A + 75% of Part B
What is the Eligibility Criteria?
To appear for CEED:
- You must have completed a bachelor’s degree (in design, engineering, architecture, fine arts, etc.)
- There is no age limit
- You can appear for the exam multiple times
What Comes After CEED? Career Possibilities
A CEED-qualified designer is industry-ready and often lands roles that combine creativity with leadership and innovation. Career options include:
- UX/UI Designer (high demand in tech startups and corporates)
- Product Designer (physical and digital products)
- Design Researcher
- Service Designer
- Interaction Designer
- Creative Technologist
- Design Strategist
- Ph.D. or Teaching Roles in design institutions
Many CEED toppers go on to work at Amazon, Flipkart, Infosys, TCS, Accenture or start their own design consultancies.
Why Choose Vantage to Prepare for CEED?
At Vantage Design School, we don’t just coach—we mentor. Our students don’t cram design. They live it.
Expert Teaching & Real Design Curriculum
Our classes cover the entire syllabus, blending live sessions with assignments, pop quizzes, and even a capstone project. We guide you from your first sketch to your CEED admission.
Join a Thriving Design Community
Become part of a vibrant alumni network. Get early access to studio and school workshops, and stay connected with the design community even after you crack the exam.
Learn from Industry Professionals
We bring in designers from top agencies and studios to mentor you. Learn real-world problem solving, not just exam tricks.
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Stand Out with Your Capstone
If your capstone project stands out, you could get the chance to collaborate with our design studio, gaining real experience even before entering college. Every batch, 1–2 exceptional students get this golden opportunity.
CEED is more than a test—it’s a mindset shift. It’s where art meets logic, and vision meets systems thinking. With Vantage by your side, you won’t just crack the exam—you’ll evolve as a designer ready for the future.
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