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    CEED Exam Syllabus (Part A & B) 2027, Download Section-wise Syllabus PDF, Important Topics

    CEED Exam Syllabus (Part A & B) 2027, Download Section-wise Syllabus PDF, Important Topics

    Tekumalla AvinashramUpdated on 13 Apr 2026, 04:45 PM IST

    IIT Bombay conducts the CEED 2027 entrance exam for the students who are planning to take admission into M.Des programmes. All the candidates who wish to appear for the CEED 2027 exam has to go through the CEED 2027 exam syllabus to know about the important topics. The CEED 2027 exam syllabus will be released on the official website - ceed.iitb.ac.in. Apart from important topics for the exam candidates can also know about the marks weightage, subject wise question and other important details from the CEED 2027 exam syllabus. The CEED 2027 exam will be tentatively conducted in January 2027. Read the complete article by Careers360 to know about CEED 2027 exam syllabus, important topics, subject wise questions and other important details.

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    1. CEED 2027 Exam Syllabus - highlights
    2. CEED Syllabus 2027 Part A
    3. CEED Entrance Exam Syllabus Part B
    4. Important Topics for CEED Preparation
    5. CEED Exam Pattern 2027
    CEED Exam Syllabus (Part A & B) 2027, Download Section-wise Syllabus PDF, Important Topics
    CEED Syllabus 2027

    The exam syllabus of CEED 2027 will be designed to examine the candidate's suitability to pursue a postgraduate programme in design at participating IITs and other institutes which are among the top design colleges in India.

    CEED 2027 Exam Syllabus - highlights

    Particulars
    Details
    Full Exam NameCommon Entrance Exam for Design
    Short NameCEED
    CEED Conducting BodyIndian Institute of Technology, Bombay
    Mode of ApplicationOnline
    Frequency of ConductOnce a year


    CEED Syllabus 2027 Part A

    Candidates can refer to the CEED exam syllabus based on previous year trends. The CEED part A include questions from topics like visualisation and spatial reasoning, practical and scientific knowledge, observation and design sensitivity, and more.

    CEED 2027 Part A Syllabus

    Visualisation and spatial reasoning

    Ability to visualise and transform 2D shapes and 3D objects and their spatial relationships.

    Practical and scientific knowledge

    Know-how of scientific principles and everyday objects.

    Observation and design sensitivity

    Capacity to detect concealed properties in day-to-day life and think critically about them. Attention to detail, classification, analysis, inference, and prediction.

    Environment and society

    General awareness of environmental, social, and cultural connections with design.

    Analytical and logical reasoning

    Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative information.

    Language

    Proficiency in reading and comprehending Standard English.

    Creativity

    Grasp verbal and non-verbal analogies, metaphors, signs, and symbols.

    Art and Design knowledge

    Awareness about art/artifact/product, artists/designers, art/design history, and trends.

    Design methods and practices

    Knowledge of media, materials, production processes, and ergonomics.

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    CEED Entrance Exam Syllabus Part B

    Once candidates have completed part A, they will be redirected to CEED exam part B which needs to be completed in 2 hours. Check the below table to understand the syllabus for part B of CEED 2027.

    CEED 2027 Part B Syllabus

    Drawing

    Ability to draw products, people, or scenes in proportion with good line quality, composition, proportion, perspective, and shading.

    Creativity

    Capacity to think out of the box and come up with unique as well as diverse solutions.

    Communication

    Skills to communicate concepts and ideas clearly with the help of text and visuals.

    Problem identification

    Capability to understand the user and the context, knowledge of properties of materials, and their appropriate use in design.

    Important Topics for CEED Preparation

    Even though students are advised to study all the topics for CEED exam, there are some important topics which has to be focused. It is advised to focus on the important topics for better and faster preparation. Check the below given points for better understanding on important topics:

    • Creative Writing Skills
    • Drawing Ability and Skills
    • Communication Skills
    • Design Concepts
    • How to Develop Characters
    • Logical Reasoning
    • Light and Shadow
    • Perspective Design
    • Logo Design
    • Problem Identification & Design Problem Solving
    • Scale and Proportion
    • Product Designing
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    CEED Exam Pattern 2027

    Along with the CEED exam syllabus, candidates can also refer to the CEED previous years exam pattern to know the type of questions which will be asked in the entrance exam. As per the previous year trends, the entrance exam will be conducted for 3 hours in which Part A will be computer based exam and Part B will be a written exam.

    CEED Paper Pattern

    Particulars

    Details

    Name of the Exam

    Common Entrance Exam for Design

    Commonly Known As

    CEED

    Conducting Body

    Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay

    Official website

    ceed.iitb.ac.in

    Mode of Application

    Online

    Mode of Exam

    • Part A - Online
    • Part B - Offline

    Level of the Exam

    National

    Exam Category

    Postgraduate

    Exam Duration

    3 hours

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the CEED 2027 syllabus for both Part A and Part B?
    A:

    The CEED exam syllabus for Part A will include topics such as Visualization and spatial reasoning, Practical and scientific knowledge, Observation and design sensitivity, Environment and Society, Analytical and logical reasoning, Language, Creativity, Art and Design knowledge, and Design methods and practices. In Part B, students will be asked about their Drawing, Creativity, Communication, and Problem identification skills.

    Q: Will IIT Bombay recommend any specified test books or guide for the exam preparation ?
    A:

    IIT Bombay does not recommend any particular books or guides for the preparation of the exam. However candidates can work on their drawing skill, enhance creativity, and problem identifying skill.

    Q: When is CEED 2027 exam conducted?
    A:

    The CEED 2027 exam is tentatively conducted in January 2027. 

    Q: How can I crack CEED 2027?
    A:

    CEED is a national level exam conducted by IIT Bombay for the candidates who are planning to take admission in M.Des programmes. As there will be limited seats and maximum competition, cracking the CEED entrance test is not an easy task. Candidates has to prepare well for the exam and has to go through the previous year papers for better understanding on exam pattern and type of questions asked. 

    Q: How can I crack CEED 2027?
    A:

    CEED is a national level exam conducted by IIT Bombay to offer admission to the design aspirants in postgraduate level. With limited seats and maximum competition, cracking the CEED entrance test is not an easy task. Tacking the CEED exam required lots of preparation and dedication. The preparation tips for CEED are mentioned in the above article.

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    Have a question related to CEED ?

    Hello,

    To prepare for M.des exams like CEED or NID DAT, here are some points which you can follow:

    Understand the pattern – focus on creativity, design aptitude, and problem-solving.

    Practice sketching daily and improve visualization.

    Study basics of color, form, and design concepts.

    Solve previous papers and build a

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    Hii

    Common Entrance Examination for Design is a test includes design aptitude, your creativity, visualisation, problem-solving, and also analytical ability.

    CEED exam structure is divided in 2 parts (PART A & PART B) and you can check what to study and syllabus of CEED on career360 https://design.careers360.com/articles/ceed-syllabus-2025


    CEED syllabus includes:

    Visualization and spatial ability

    Design thinking and problem solving

    Drawing skills

    Creativity

    Communication skills

    Analytical and logical reasoning

    Environmental and social awareness

    Observation and design sensitivity Also includes topics on form, function, aesthetics, and technical drawing.


    Hello Anushka,

    Thanks for reaching out!

    You can definitely prepare for CEED to pursue UI/UX design.since you're not from design background you'll need 4-6 months of focused prepration.

    Focus on:

    Sketching

    Visual communication

    Design concepts

    User experience basics

    Problem - solving skills

    Past CEED papers.

    Practice drawings, story boarding, Idea