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    B.Des Admission Through CUET 2026, Registration (Re-Opened), Eligibility, Colleges, Syllabus

    B.Des Admission Through CUET 2026, Registration (Re-Opened), Eligibility, Colleges, Syllabus

    Sumeet SudarshanUpdated on 23 Feb 2026, 04:43 PM IST

    NTA has reopened the CUET UG design application form from February 23 to 26, 2026. Interested applicants can submit the application form from the official website - cuet.nta.nic.in. The National Testing Agency will conduct the Common University Entrance Test BDes as part of CUET UG between May 11 to May 31, 2026. The CUET UG design result will be declared tentatively in July 2026. The B.Des admissions 2026 through CUET is conducted separately by participating colleges. There is no centralised counselling for CUET B.Des admissions. Hence, candidates have to apply separately to the participating universities to secure admission. Earlier it opened the CUET UG design application form correction window from February 9 to 11, 2026. The CUET B.Des 2026 registration earlier closed on February 4. In this article, get all details of the B.Des admission 2026 through CUET.

    This Story also Contains

    1. BDes Admission Through CUET 2026: An Overview
    2. What is CUET?
    3. CUET UG Dates
    4. B.Des CUET Eligibility 2026
    5. B.Des CUET Syllabus 2026
    6. B.Des CUET Admission 2026
    7. B.Des CUET Admission Process 2026
    8. List of B.Des Colleges Accepting CUET 2026
    B.Des Admission Through CUET 2026, Registration (Re-Opened), Eligibility, Colleges, Syllabus
    BDes admission through CUET

    The top design colleges in India such as FDDI, Amity, UPES, LPU and Apex accept CUET score for BDes admission.

    BDes Admission Through CUET 2026: An Overview

    Candidates appearing in the CUET UG exam will be eligible to obtain B.Des course admission through CUET into various participating institutions and universities. Alongside the list, aspirants can also find information about the B.Des courses offered by the institutes and the B.Des CUET admission eligibility requirements for each institute.

    What is CUET?

    CUET full form is the Common University Entrance Test. The CUET is a competitive examination that assesses students on various parameters such as creativity, visual perception, and design aptitude. While a number of B.Des colleges conduct their own entrance tests, a substantial number of institutions in India offer B.Des admissions through scores of CUET.

    UPES B.Des Admissions 2026

    Last Date to Apply: 26th March | Ranked #45 amongst Universities in India by NIRF | Ranked #1 in Academic Reputation in India by QS World University Rankings

    Pearl Academy B.Des Admissions 2026

    No. 1 Design & Fashion Institute by ASSOCHAM, India Today, Outlook and The Week rankings

    However, it’s crucial for aspirants to meet the eligibility criteria set by the respective authorities for B.Des admission through CUET. To know more information about the process of B.Des admission through CUET, please read the complete article.

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    CUET UG Dates

    ParticularsDates
    CUET UG application form windowJanuary 3 to February 4, 2026
    February 23 to 26, 2026 (reopened)

    Last date of successful transaction of fee through Credit/Debit Card/Net-Banking /UPI

    February 7, 2026
    Application correction dateFebruary 9-11, 2026
    CUET UG Design exam date 2026May 11-31, 2026
    ITM Institute of Design and Media Admissions 2026

    Faculty from A+ Design schools of India and Abroad | 100% Placement Assistance

    Ecole Intuit Lab | B.Des Admissions 2026

    Global internship and placement opportunities

    B.Des CUET Eligibility 2026

    Aspirants applying for the BDes program through CUET must check the BDes CUET admission eligibility criteria of participating institutions. B.Des CUET eligibility criteria varies according to the institutions. The eligibility criteria for Bachelor of Design (BDes) admission through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) are as follows:

    • Academic Requirements: Candidates who have completed their 10+2 board examination from a recognised board are eligible to apply. Even those who are appearing for their class 12 examination in current year may also apply for CUET B.Des. However, the applicants have to meet the percentage criteria set by the respective BDes admissions through CUET colleges.
    • Citizenship: Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply for the CUET exam.
    • Age Criteria: CUET UG does not impose an age limit for applicants. However, candidates must check the age limit with the university in which they are seeking admission.
    • Course-Specific Eligibility: The CUET eligibility criteria for may vary across different universities.

    B.Des CUET Syllabus 2026

    The Bachelor of Design (BDes) entrance examination, conducted through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), is designed to evaluate a candidate’s creativity skills, artistic aptitude, problem-solving skills, and general knowledge. This process of thorough assessment ensures that the candidates possesses the necessary abilities and understanding for a prosperous career in design. The B.Des entrance exam syllabus differs according to the specifications depending on the institute.

    Typically, the CUET UG exam syllabus is segmented into three parts - Section 1 (1A and 1B), Section II, and Section III. Sections 1A and 1B of the B.Des CUET entrance exam syllabus comprise language-based questions, Section II contains domain-specific questions, and Section III includes questions for the General Test.

    B.Des CUET Admission 2026

    The Bachelor of Design (B.Des) is a four-year undergraduate degree course that focuses on various aspects of design, such as fashion, product, graphic, animation, interior, textile, and so on. The B.Des CUET admission process consists of different stages that candidates need to follow.

    B.Des CUET Admission Process 2026

    The process of gaining admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) includes several stages:

    • Registration and appearing for CUET: Candidates need to first register and appear for CUET and obtain a valid score
    • Applying to Institutes: Candidates must apply to the concerned universities separately in which they want to seek admission.
    • Merit List Creation: The universities will compile a merit list for each course, featuring the registered candidates.
    • Seat Allocation: Based on the candidate's respective ranks in the merit list, seats will be allocated and the results will be displayed on the counselling website.
    • Document Verification and payment of fees: Candidates will then need to have their documents verified and need to pay the B.Des course fee.

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    List of B.Des Colleges Accepting CUET 2026

    Candidates can check the list of institutions offering admissions to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET). This comprehensive list is designed to assist candidates in making an informed decision about their future.

    1. AKS University

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des in Fashion Design

    Students are required to pass 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized board.

    B.Des in Graphic Design

    B.Des in Product Design

    2. Amity University Mumbai

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des. ( Fashion Design )

    Candidates must have successfully completed their secondary education (class 10+2).


    B.Des. ( Fashion Communication )

    B.Des. ( Fashion Styling & Image Design )

    B.Des. ( Textile Product Design )

    3. BHARATIYA ENGINEERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION UNIVERSITY

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des. ( Fashion Design )

    Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% marks or a 5.0 CGPA in their Intermediate or 10+2 examination, or an equivalent examination, in any discipline from a recognized Central/State Board or its equivalent.

    Bachelor of Design (B.Des) with Ios

    4. FOOTWEAR DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B. Des. (Footwear Design & Production) (B.Des. – FDP)

    Candidates are required to complete their 10+2 in any stream from a board that is recognized.

    B. Des. (Leather Goods & Accessories Design) (B.Des. – LGAD)

    B.Des. (Fashion Design) (B.Des. – FD)

    5. GRAPHIC ERA HILL UNIVERSITY, DEHRADUN

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des (Fashion Design)

    All aspiring candidates must have successfully completed their Class XII examinations in any stream from a recognized board, securing no less than 50% marks.

    B.Des (Animation & Gaming)

    B.Des (Animation & Gaming)

    6. GEETA UNIVERSITY, PANIPAT, DELHI-NCR, HARYANA

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design in UX Design

    Obtain a minimum of 50% marks in 12th grade or its equivalent.

    B.Design in Game Design & Metaverse

    7. GALGOTIAS UNIVERSITY

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des Fashion Design

    Secure at least a 50% grade in your XIIth standard or an equivalent level of education.

    8. ITM Skills University, Navi Mumbai

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des in Fashion Design/ Graphic Design/ Product Design/Textiles Design

    Complete 10+2 in any field from a board of secondary education that is recognized, or an equivalent qualification.

    B.Des in Ancient Indian History, Culture & Arch, Archaeology Heritage Management, Conservation Preservation and Heritage Management etc.

    B.Des in Fine Arts, Painting, Printmaking,Sculpture, Art History & Visual Studies, Mural etc.

    B.Des in History and Archaeology, AncientIndian History, Culture etc.

    9. JAGAN NATH UNIVERSITY BAHADURGARH HARYANA

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design (Interior Design)

    Attain a minimum of 50% grades in any discipline at the 10+2 level (a concession of 5% is applicable for the reserved category)

    10. JOY UNIVERSITY

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design (Furniture & Interior Design)


    Achieve an aggregate of 60% marks in HSE/ CBSE/ ICSE/ CIE +2 or an equivalent qualification, with a minimum of 50% marks in each subject.


    B.Design (Product Design)

    B.Design (Transportation & Automobile Design)

    B.Design (Graphic Design)

    B.Design (Fashion Design)

    11. JAGANNATH UNIVERSITY, JAIPUR (RAJASTHAN)

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des (Interior Design)

    Secure a minimum of 50% grades in any subject at the 10+2 level.

    12. K.R. MANGALAM UNIVERSITY

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) in Fashion Design

    Successfully completed 10+2 or a similar examination from a recognized board or university, achieving at least 50% marks (a relaxation down to 45% is provided for candidates from the SC/ST category)

    Bachelor of Design(B.Des.) in Game Design & Animation in association with ImaginXP

    13. Lovely Professional University

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design (Interior & Furniture)

    Achieve an aggregate of 50% marks in 10+2 (including English) or a similar level of education.

    B.Design (Product & Industrial)

    B.Design (User Experience)

    B.Design (Multimedia)

    B.Design (Gaming)

    B.Design (Film & TV Production)

    B.Design (Graphics)

    B.Design (Fashion)

    14. Lingaya's Vidyapeeth

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design (Interior, Fashion, Graphics, Animation & Multimedia)

    Applicants must have successfully completed their 10+2 with at least 50% marks from a board that is recognized.

    15. MANAV RACHNA INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH AND STUDIES

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design


    Bachelor of Design (B.Design)

    Successfully complete the 10+2 Examination or an equivalent examination, securing a minimum of 45% aggregate marks across five subjects. This must include English as a mandatory subject, along with the four other subjects in which you have the highest scores

    16. Mody University of Science and Technology

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design


    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) Fashion Design

    Candidates must have successfully completed their 10+2 or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board, in any discipline, with sufficient proficiency in English.

    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) User Experience Design

    Candidatesmust have successfully completed their 10+2 or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board, securing at least 50% marks in any discipline, with sufficient proficiency in English.

    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) Fashion Merchandising

    Candidates must have successfully completed their 10+2 or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board, in any discipline, with sufficient proficiency in English.

    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) Textile Design

    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) Graphic Communication Design

    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) Lifestyle and Accessory Design

    17. PRESIDENCY UNIVERSITY

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des (Communication Design) DESIGN)

    Candidates should have successfully completed the 10+2 Examination.

    B.Des (Fashion Design)

    B.Des (Product Design)

    B.Des (Space Design (Interiors))

    18. Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des. (User Experience)

    Minimum requirement is to secure at least 50% marks in 10+2 (Any Stream) from a recognized Board.

    19. Surajmal University

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Des(Multimedia, UI and UX Design)

    Candidates who had passed the 12 (10+2) with at least 50% from any recognised board in Science/Arts/Commerce

    20. Swami Vivekanand Subharti University

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design

    Candidates need to complete 10+2 from a recognised board.


    B.Design (Fashion Communication)

    21. UPES - DEHRADUN

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design


    A minimum of 50% marks is required at both Higher Secondary (X) and Senior Secondary (XII) levels.

    B.Des (Global Program) 2+2 2 Year in UPES Campus + 2 Years in Overseas University

    Integrated (B.Des) - (M.Des)

    22. Vivekananda Global University

    Degree

    Programme/ Course offered

    Eligibility for programme

    Bachelors of Design

    B.Design (Ux)

    Candidates need to complete 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board.


    Integrated B.Des + MBA Integrated

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the full form of B.Des?
    A:

    The full form of B.Des is Bachelor of Design.

    Q: What is the eligibility criteria for B.Des admission through CUET 2026?
    A:

    The eligibility criteria for B.Des admission through CUET includes passing of 10+2 or its equivalent exam from a recognised board. Students appearing for Class 12th in the current year will also be eligible to appear in CUET (UG) as per the criteria. 

    Q: What is the syllabus for the B.Des entrance exam 2026?
    A:

    The B.Des entrance exam syllabus typically comprises sections that assess the candidate’s design aptitude, creative thinking, innovative skills and general knowledge.

    Q: Is there centralised admissoin process in CUET B.Des?
    A:

    No. candidates have to separately apply to participating university to obtain CUET BDes admission.

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