Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune
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Symbiosis Institute of Design opened the SEED 2027 application form on September 29, 2026. Aspirants who fulfil the SEED eligibility criteria can submit the SEED application form online before the last date to participate in the Symbiosis BDes admissions. Candidates have to appear for the SEED entrance exam and other components of the selection process to secure final BDes admission at Symbiosis. In this article, let’s discuss the Symbiosis SEED BDes selection process, including the paper pattern, weightage and more.
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SEED 2027 will be conducted online in a remote-proctored mode, meaning candidates can take the test from home within the prescribed time.
The selection process for BDes at Symbiosis consists of three steps. Candidates must appear for all components of the selection process to be considered for admission. The selection process is completely online.
Particulars | Details |
No. of stages in the selection process | 3 |
Mode of selection | Online |
Stages in the selection process |
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Course offered | B.Design |
Students who have completed 10+2 or equivalent can apply for Symbiosis BDes admission. The minimum passing marks required in Class 12 is 45% (40% in case of reserved categories). Applicants must make sure they fulfil the eligibility criteria before registering, failing which they will be disqualified from the selection process.
The SEED entrance exam will be conducted online, in a remote-proctored mode, usually in multiple sessions. Shortlisted candidates will be eligible to participate in the next round, which is Portfolio Review and Personal Interview (PRPI). Given below is the complete overview of the exam.
Particulars | Details |
Mode of exam | Online remote proctored mode |
Frequency | 1-2 times a year |
Duration | 1 hour |
Marks | 60 |
Marking scheme | 1 mark per question. No negative marking |
Topics for questions | Visual Sensitivity and Judgement, Observational, Perceptual and Reasoning abilities, Problem Solving, Basic knowledge of Logic of Science and Mathematics, Art, Craft and Culture, Design and Environment. |
Sample paper |
The SEED PRPI round is the second round of Symbiosis BDes admission process which consists of portfolio evaluation and personal interview. The slot booking for SEED PRPI round will be opened online and candidats can book the date for personal interaction within the given window. The candidates must also upload the portfolio for the PRPI round through the link given on the website.
Candidates should create a digital portfolio of their best works by clicking high-quality pictures and compiling them in a PPT of 15 slides.
The PPT must be converted into a PDF of not more than 5 MB and uploaded for evaluation
The portfolio can include Sketches, photography, 2D and 3D objects like sculpture, fabric products, gadgets, or mixed media illustrations and digital work collaging of images.
Candidates must strive to be unique and different from the rest
The work must be the candidate’s own work, and using unfair means will lead to disqualification.
The Personal Interaction round will be conducted online on the date for which the candidate has booked the slot. The candidates will be evaluated for their overall personality, communication skills, suitability for the course, discussion about the uploaded portfolio, and personal interests and accomplishments. Candidates are also advised to carry basic stationery items such as pen, pencil and paper when attending the interview.
The final merit list of selected candidates for Symbiosis BDes will be prepared based on the cumulative performance in the SEED entrance exam and the PRPI round as well as the information furnished by the candidates in the application form.
Symbiosis Institute of Design offers BDes specialisations in seven major areas. The specialisations include -
Fashion Design
Fashion Communication
Graphic Design
User Experience Design
Animation and Film Design
Product Design
Interior Space Design
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