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Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU) has issued the JNAFAU FADEE 2026 admit card on June 16, 2026. Registered candidates can download the admit card through their login on the official website - tsbfa.tsche.in. The university will conduct the JNAFAU FADEE 2026 entrance exam on June 20 - 21, 2026. The exam will be conducted for admission into BFA (Photography and Visual Communication), B.Des (Interior Design), and B.F.A (Applied Arts and Visual Communication/Painting/Sculpture/Animation and VFX) programme. Earlier, the JNAFAU FADEE 2026 application form was open from May 4, 2026 till June 6 (without late fee) and till June 12 (with late fee). Read the complete article by Careers360 to know about the JNAFAU FADEE exam, such as eligibility, application process, exam pattern, syllabus, and preparation tips.
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The JNAFAU FADEE tests the candidates’ aptitude, skills, and knowledge in various aspects of fine arts and design. The JNAFAU B.Des 2026 is a competitive and challenging exam that requires strategic and smart preparation.
FADEE 2026 Overview
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Full Exam Name | Fine Arts and Design Entrance Examination |
Short Exam Name | FADEE |
Conducting Body | Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU) |
Frequency of | Annual |
| Courses offered | B.Des (Interior Design), and B.F.A (Photography & Visual Communication/Applied Arts and Visual Communication/Painting/Sculpture/Animation and VFX) |
Languages | English |
Mode of Application | Online |
Mode of Exam | Written |
Exam Duration | 180 minutes |
Below are the key dates for FADEE 2026. The exam is conducted once a year for admissions into various design courses of the university.
Event | Dates |
FADEE exam 2026 application Start Date | May 4, 2026 |
FADEE exam 2026 application end date without a late fee | June 6, 2026 |
JNAFAU 2026 registration last date with a late fee | June 12, 2026 |
JNAFAU hall ticket download date | June 16, 2026 |
B.F.A. (Photography and Visual Communication) Exam Date | June 20, 2026 |
Bachelor of Design (Interior Design) Exam Date | June 20, 2026 |
B.F.A. (Applied Art and Visual Communication / Painting / Sculpture / Animation and VFX) | June 21, 2026 |
JNAFAU results 2026 date | Will be Notified |
| JNAFAU FADEE rank card download date | Will be Notified |
Programme | JNAFAU FADEE Exam Time |
B.F.A (Photography) | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
|
Bachelor of Design (I.D) | Paper – F: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
B.F.A (Applied Art, Painting, Sculpture and Animation) | 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
|
The path to securing a seat in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programmes at Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU) begins with the Fine Arts and Design Entrance Examination (FADEE). This section will guide you through the FADEE 2026 admission process, providing a comprehensive understanding of each step.
The eligibility criteria for the Fine Arts and Design Entrance Examination (FADEE) 2026 are as follows:
Last Date to Apply: 21st June | No. 1 Design & Fashion Institute by ASSOCHAM, India Today, Outlook and The Week rankings
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The JNAFAU FADEE 2026 application form is currently closed. The application form was released online on May 4, 2026, on its official website. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to apply:
Also check: JNAFAU fee structure
The syllabus for the Fine Arts and Design Entrance Examination (FADEE) 2026 is mentioned below. Aspirants can check the expected FADEE syllabus for each paper:
B.F.A (Applied Art, Painting, Sculpture & Animation)
B.F.A (Photography)
B.Design (Interior Design)
Paper F: This paper tests the candidate’s knowledge and skills in various aspects of interior design. The syllabus includes the following topics:
The Fine Arts and Design Entrance Examination (FADEE) 2026 exam pattern will be released at tsbfa.tsche.in. The FADEE paper pattern varies depending on the programme the candidate is applying for. Here’s an overview of the JNAFAU FADEE 2026 exam pattern:
B.F.A (Applied Art, Painting, Sculpture & Animation)
Paper | Description | Duration | Marks |
Paper A | Memory Drawing & Colouring | 90 Minutes | 100 Marks |
Paper B | Common Objective Type Paper | 50 Minutes | 50 Marks |
Paper C | Object Drawing | 90 Minutes | 100 Marks |
B.F.A (Photography)
Paper | Description | Duration | Marks |
Paper D | Composition & Visual Communication | 90 Minutes | 100 Marks |
Paper E | Objective type paper | 50 Minutes | 50 Marks |
B.Design (Interior Design)
Paper | Description | Duration | Marks |
Paper F |
| 180 Minutes | 200 |
Preparing for the FADEE 2026 exam requires a strategic approach. Here are some tips and resources that can help you in your FADEE 2026 preparation:
Study Resources and Strategies
Importance of Solving Model Papers
Remember, the key to cracking the FADEE 2026 exam is consistent effort and smart preparation.
The JNAFAU FADEE hall ticket is for download from June 16, 2026 on the official website, tsbfa. tsche.in. Candidates need to use their login credentials, such as application number and registration number, to download their JNAFAU admit card 2026. The FADEE 2026 admit card is a crucial document for all candidates appearing for the exam.
The FADEE admit card 2026 contains several important details:
In case of any discrepancies in the admit card, such as an incorrect name or roll number, candidates should immediately contact the exam authorities for rectification. Remember, carrying a printed copy of the admit card is mandatory to appear for the FADEE 2026 exam.
The JNAFAU FADEE 2026 result will be declared on the official website - tsbfa.tsche.ac.in. Candidates will be able to check the FADEE 2026 result through their hall ticket number and registration number. The FADEE results 2026 include the candidate’s score and rank. After the declaration of the FADEE results 2026, the next steps include counselling and seat allotment.
The university will notify the FADEE 2026 counselling schedule on its official website. Candidates will be required to provide their web options based on which the seat allotment will be done. The dates for the JNAFAU FADEE 2026 counselling are given below as per last year.
Program/ Discipline | Verification & Web options (tentative) | Ranks called |
B. Design (Interior Design) | Fourth week of August 2026 (10 am to 1:30 pm) | Rank 1 to last |
B.F.A (Photography and Visual Communication) | Fourth week of August 2026 (2:30 pm to 5 pm) | Rank 1 to last |
B.F.A (Applied Art, Painting, Sculpture & Animation) | Fourth week of August 2026 (10 am to 1:30 pm) | Rank 1 to 150 |
Fourth week of August 2026 (2:30 pm to 5 pm) | Rank 151 to Last | |
| NCC/Sports | Fourth week of August 2026 | All |
CAP / Physically Challenged (PH) | Fourth week of August 2026 | All |
| Phase 2 web options | First week of September 2026 | - |
| Phase 2 seat allotment | Second week of September 2026 | |
| Final phase for the leftover vacant seats | Fourth week of September 2026 |
Candidates are required to bring the following documents for the Certificate Verification process:
Please note that all documents should be original, and a set of photocopies should also be brought.
After the counselling process, seats are allotted to candidates based on their FADEE score and the choices filled during counselling. Once the seat allotment is done, candidates are required to report to the allotted college for the further admission process. Please note that no separate notification will be issued for further phases of counselling.
The JNAFAU FADEE cut-off 2026 will be released on the university's official website. The JNAFAU FADEE cut-off will be released at the time of counselling. Candidates who have cleared the JNAFAU FADEE cut-off will be able to participate in the counselling process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
FADEE is the Fine Arts and Design Entrance Examination conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU) for admission into four-year BFA and B. Design Programmes.
The application process for FADEE 2026 was open from May 4 till June 12.
The late fee for FADEE 2026 applications is Rs 4000/- for all the candidates.
JNAFAU FADEE counselling will be conducted offline.
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