The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay will open online registration for the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) 2027 on October 1, 2026, around 1:00 PM. The detailed information brochure, eligibility criteria, and application portal will go live on the official website uceed.iitb.ac.in (application portal often via uceedapp.iitb.ac.in).
UCEED is the national-level entrance exam for admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programmes at participating IITs and other result-sharing institutes.
UCEED 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification & Brochure Release | October 1, 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts (Regular Fee) | October 1, 2026 (around 1:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Registration (Regular Fee) | October 31, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Registration (with Late Fee) | November 6, 2026 (around 5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | First week of January 2027 (tentative) |
| UCEED 2027 Exam Date | January 17, 2027 (Sunday) |
| Exam Timing | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Draft Answer Key | 1–2 days after the exam |
| Result Declaration | March 2027 (tentative) |
Note: Exact late-fee deadline and other dates will be confirmed in the official brochure. Always verify on the official website.
Application Fee (Expected)
| Category | Fee (INR) |
| Female candidates (all categories) | INR 2,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD candidates | INR 2,000 |
| All other candidates (General/EWS/OBC-NCL male) | INR 4,000 |
| Late Fee | Additional INR 500 |
Foreign nationals (including certain OCI/PIO) have different fees (USD-based). The fee is non-refundable. Confirm the exact amount on the portal while applying.
Eligibility Criteria for UCEED 2027
Candidates must satisfy all the following conditions simultaneously:
- Age Limit
- OPEN / EWS / OBC-NCL: Born on or after October 1, 2001
- SC / ST / PwD: Born on or after October 1, 1996 (5-year relaxation)
- Qualifying Examination
- Must have passed or be appearing for Class 12 (or equivalent) for the first time in 2026 or 2027.
- Candidates who appeared for the first time in 2025 or earlier are not eligible.
- Students from all streams (Science, Commerce, Arts & Humanities) can appear for the exam.
- Note: Some institutes have subject-specific requirements for B.Des admission (e.g., PCM for certain IITs).
- Number of Attempts
- Maximum two attempts in consecutive years.
- Score is valid only for the corresponding academic year.
Candidates already allotted a B.Des seat in a participating institute are generally not eligible.
How to Apply for UCEED 2027
- Visit the official website: uceed.iitb.ac.in (or the direct application portal once live).
- Click on the “New Registration” / “Register” link.
- Create an account using a valid email ID and mobile number (OTP verification required).
- Log in and fill personal, academic, and exam city preferences (choose 3 cities in order of preference).
- Upload required scanned documents (photograph, signature, age proof, qualifying exam certificate/marksheet or school certificate if appearing in 2027, category certificate if applicable, etc.) in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important: There is usually no correction window after final submission. Prepare all documents carefully in advance.
Documents Required (Typical)
- Recent colour passport-size photograph (JPEG)
- Signature (JPEG)
- Age proof (Class 10 certificate / Birth certificate / Passport – PDF)
- Qualifying examination marksheet/certificate or school principal certificate (if appearing in 2027)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if applicable
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card (recommended)
Participating Institutes
UCEED scores are used for B.Des admissions at institutes such as:
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Guwahati
- IIT Hyderabad
- IIT Roorkee
- IIT Indore
- IIITDM Jabalpur
Plus several result-sharing private institutes.
UCEED Registration 2027 LIVE Updates: Application process to begin tomorrow (October 1, 2026) at uceed.iitb.ac.in FAQs
What is the last date to apply without late fee?
October 31, 2026 (11:59 PM).
When does UCEED 2027 registration start?
Registration begins on October 1, 2026, around 1:00 PM on uceed.iitb.ac.in.
What is the UCEED 2027 exam date and timing?
January 17, 2027 (Sunday), from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Who is eligible for UCEED 2027?
Candidates born on or after the specified age cut-off dates, who passed/appeared for Class 12 for the first time in 2026 or 2027, from any stream, with a maximum of two consecutive attempts.
Can I apply after October 31?
Yes, with a late fee of INR 500 until approximately November 6, 2026 (5:00 PM). Confirm exact date on the official portal.
What is the application fee?
INR 2,000 for female/SC/ST/PwD candidates and INR 4,000 for others (plus late fee if applicable). Exact fee will be shown on the portal.
Is there any correction window after submitting the form?
Usually no. Fill the form carefully and double-check all details and documents before final submission.
Can students from Arts/Commerce streams apply?
Yes, all streams are eligible to appear for the exam. However, some institutes may have subject requirements (e.g., PCM) for B.Des admission.
How many times can I attempt UCEED?
A maximum of two times in consecutive years.
Where can I get the official brochure and application link?
On the official website uceed.iitb.ac.in. The detailed Information Brochure will be released on October 1, 2026, along with the registration link.