Time-Saving Techniques for Design Aptitude Tests
Introduction Achieving success in Design Aptitude Tests (DAT) such as NID, UCEED, or CEED requires not just creativity but also strong time management skills. Toppers often follow specific, strategic methods to maximise their output in a time-bound environment. Here are five insider secrets to help you perform efficiently and confidently in design entrance exams. Know […]
Understanding Design Entrance Exams: Interview & Portfolio Rounds Explained
Clearing the written aptitude test is just one part of getting into a design college. The studio test, interview, and portfolio rounds—often grouped under the Mains or Second Stage—are equally important. They assess what can’t be measured through multiple-choice questions: your creative process, originality, problem-solving, visual thinking, and communication skills. A high score in the […]
Understanding CEED/UCEED: Gateway to IITs for Design
Design is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing career fields today! If you’re a young aspiring designer aiming for top institutions like the IITs and IISc, your path begins with one of two major Design Entrance Exams: UCEED or CEED. The IIT Design Gateways: UCEED and CEED Explained The journey to an IIT design […]
CEED 2026 Exam Date Out! Here’s Everything You Need to Know
If you’re planning to apply for M.Des or Ph.D. programs at top design institutes like IIT Bombay, IISc Bangalore, or IIT Delhi, this is your chance to take a big step toward a design career, and starting your preparation early can make all the difference. Whether you come from engineering, architecture, arts, commerce, or any […]
What’s After CEED? Career Possibilities
Cleared CEED (Common Entrance Exam for Design)? You’ve just opened the gateway to premier postgrad design programs at IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIITDM Jabalpur, IISc Bangalore, and more. But more importantly—you’ve set yourself on a path to a high-impact, purpose-driven design career. So what’s next? What You Can Do After CEED […]
CEED Exam Guide 2026
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 […]
