SMEAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria Released for UG & PG: Age Limit, Educational Qualification

SMEAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria Released for UG & PG: Age Limit, Educational Qualification

Rajyalaxmi VenkatapuramUpdated on 17 Nov 2025, 09:48 AM IST

The Srishti Manipal Institute released the SMEAT eligibility criteria 2026 online at its official website - srishtimanipalinstitute.in. The SMEAT application form 2026 is now open. Candidates who are planning to register and appear for SMEAT exam should check the eligibility criteria beforehand. The SMEAT 2026 eligibility criteria include the requirements that aspirants must meet for the design admission. SMEAT exam eligibility is released separately for each course. In this article, candidates can check SMEAT eligibility criteria for UG and PG courses and other relevant details.

SMEAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria Released for UG & PG: Age Limit, Educational Qualification
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Through SMEAT 2026, the institute offers B.Des, BVoc, and BFA for its undergraduate design programmes and M.Des course for its post-graduate design admissions.

SMEAT Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026

The candidates planning to obtain admission into the Srishti Manipal Institute have to meet the SMEAT eligibility criteria 2026. The eligibility criteria for SMEAT 2026 relate to the academic qualifications the students must have and age limit if any. Below prescribed are the SMEAT eligibility criteria as per each programme.

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Candidates can check the eligibility criteria for SMEAT 2026 in the sections below.

For BVoc (3 years)

Indian Boards

  • The candidate must have cleared their 10+2 from any of these boards: State Board, ISC, CBSE, PUC, HSSCC, intermediate, junior college, senior secondary, National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) Senior Secondary, New Delhi
  • (or) must have passed the national skill qualification framework (NSQF) - level 4 certification with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks
  • Applicants who are awaiting the results of their qualifying examination are also eligible to apply.
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International Boards

  • Considering the International boards, the candidates must have cleared a minimum of 2 or 3 subjects in the ‘A’ level and 5 Passes in the IGCSE / GCSE including English, The Minimum requirement is an average ‘D’ grade.
  • And IB Diploma or IB Certificate with 3 subjects at HL and 3 subjects at SL with an overall minimum of 24 points.
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Eligibility Criteria for BDes/BFA (4 years)

Indian Boards:

  • Candidates must have passed their high school - 12th class from either the Indian board or the International board.
  • State Boards, CBSE, ISC, HSSCC, PUC, Junior College, Intermediate, Senior Secondary, National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), New Delhi- Senior Secondary
  • NSQF Certification Level IV completed with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks

International Boards:

  • High School Diploma (USA/Canada)
  • Senior Secondary completed with equivalence as per AIU.
  • Must have cleared 3 subjects in the ‘A’ level and 5 passes in IGCSE / GCSE including English (minimum of ‘D’ grade)
  • IB Diploma or IB Certificate with 3 subjects at HL and 3 subjects at SL (minimum of 24 points overall)
  • Candidates who appeared on their 10+2 exam may also apply.

Please note that all awarding bodies must be recognised by state and/or central government institutions. Attach two copies of relevant certificates.

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SMEAT Eligibility Criteria for Post Graduation (PG) Professional Program (MDes - 2 years)

Candidates to fulfil at least one of the following educational requirements:

  • Must have completed an undergraduate degree of 3 years + a one-year Postgraduate Diploma Program (PGDP) from a recognized national or international university.
  • Must have obtained a four-year undergraduate degree from a recognized university, either national or international.
  • Must have completed a 5-year undergraduate degree from a professional institute.
  • Must have attained the national skill qualification framework (NSQF) - level 8 in the relevant industry sector.

Please note that all awarding bodies must be recognised by state and/or central government institutions. Attach two copies of relevant certificates.

SMEAT Exam Eligibility 2026: Postgraduate Diploma Programme (PG Diploma) (1 year)

To be eligible, the candidate must have completed any one of the following educational qualifications that should be recognised by state and/or central government institutions.

  • A 3 or 4-year undergraduate degree from a recognised university that could be either a national or international university.
  • A 4-year undergraduate diploma in Art and/or design from the design institutes.
  • A 5-year undergraduate degree from a recognized professional institution.
  • Candidates must have cleared the national skill qualification framework (NSQF) - level 7 or level 8.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the qualification for Srishti Manipal?
A:

Candidates must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board to be eligible for B.Des programmes at Srishti Manipal.

Q: Who is eligible to appear for SMEAT 2026 entrance exam?
A:

The eligibility criteria for SMEAT varies according to the programs offered by the institution. Candidates are advised to also check the official website based on their choice of program.

Q: Is there any age restriction to apply for SMEAT exam?
A:

Yes, the candidate’s age should be between 18 to 25 to apply for the SMEAT exam.

Q: Who can apply for the BDesign program at Srishti Manipal Institute?
A:

The candidates between the age of 18-25 who passed their 10+2 and also who are appearing class 12 exams may apply and meet the eligibility criteria of SMEAT.

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