The Round 1 counselling and seat allotment for Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design 2026 has officially commenced today, April 21, 2026. This is a crucial stage for candidates seeking admission into Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programs at premier institutes such as Indian Institute of Technology Bombay and other participating IITs.
The counselling process is conducted centrally by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay through an online seat allocation system.
Important Announcement (Round 1)
Round 1 Seat Allotment Date: April 21, 2026
Seat Acceptance Fee Payment Deadline: April 29, 2026 (till 6:00 PM)
Withdrawal Window: April 30 to May 11, 2026
Mode: Fully online
Candidates allotted a seat must confirm acceptance within the deadline. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
What is UCEED Counselling 2026
UCEED counselling is the centralized admission process for candidates who have qualified in UCEED 2026 and secured a valid rank. Through this process, seats are allotted in B.Des programs offered by participating institutes such as:
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing Jabalpur
Seat allotment depends on rank, category, and preference order submitted by candidates.
Complete Counselling Schedule 2026
Round | Date |
Round 1 | April 21, 2026 |
Round 2 | May 19, 2026 |
Round 3 | June 10, 2026 |
Round 4 | June 24, 2026 |
Round 5 | July 3, 2026 |
A total of five rounds will be conducted to fill all available seats.
Round 1 Seat Allotment Details
Candidates can check their allotment status on the official UCEED portal. A provisional allotment letter is issued through the candidate login.
After allotment, candidates have the following options:
Freeze: Accept and confirm the allotted seat
Float: Accept the seat but remain eligible for higher preferences in subsequent rounds
If the seat acceptance fee is not paid within the deadline, the seat will be cancelled automatically.
Seat Acceptance Fee
INR 60,000 for General, EWS, and OBC-NCL categories
INR 15,000 for SC, ST, and PwD categories
The fee must be paid online within the specified timeline.
Eligibility for Counselling
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
Qualified in UCEED 2026
Secured a valid merit rank
Completed the B.Des application process within the given timeline
Qualifying in the exam alone does not guarantee admission.
Documents Required
UCEED 2026 scorecard
Class 12 marksheet and certificate
Category certificate (if applicable)
Passport-size photograph and signature
Valid identity proof
Counselling Process
The counselling process is structured to ensure transparency and smooth admission for all candidates. It includes registration, seat allotment, confirmation, and final admission at the allotted institute.
Step-by-Step Process
Registration and Choice Filling: Candidates were required to register and select their preferred institutes during the application window.
Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on rank, category, and preferences starting from Round 1.
Seat Acceptance: Candidates must choose to freeze or float the allotted seat and pay the required fee.
Participation in Further Rounds: Candidates opting for float can be considered for higher preferences in upcoming rounds.
Final Admission: After the final round, candidates must report to the allotted institute for document verification and admission completion.
Important Insights for Students
Admission is highly competitive, especially for institutes like Indian Institute of Technology Bombay and Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Cutoffs change in each round depending on seat availability
Higher-ranked candidates have better chances in early rounds
Lower-ranked candidates may still secure seats in later rounds
Key Instructions
Check allotment status only on the official portal
Complete fee payment within the deadline
Keep all documents ready for verification
Monitor upcoming rounds if opting for the float option