Updated on 27 Feb 2026
By Sakshi Rajawat, Content Writer
Candidates must regularly visit the official UCEED website (uceed.iitb.ac.in) for all announcements. This includes the admit card release and further exam instructions. Below are the latest updates for UCEED Exam 2026:
UCEED 2026 notification was released by IIT Bombay on October 1, 2025.
UCEED Exam Date is confirmed to be January 18, 2026 (Sunday).
UCEED Admit Card will be available for download on January 02, 2026.
Draft Answer Key and candidate response sheet for Part A releases on January 20, 2026.
Final UCEED Answer Key for Part A will be released on January 28, 2026.
UCEED 2026 result is scheduled for declaration on March 06, 2026.
UCEED 2026 is the key entrance exam for B.Des admission. IIT Bombay conducts this design test. Registration started on October 1, 2025. It closed on November 10, 2025, with a late fee. The UCEED Exam 2026 Date is January 18, 2026. UCEED 2026 admit card releases on January 2, 2026. You can report admit card issues until January 8. The final UCEED 2026 answer key will be out on January 28. UCEED 2026 Result is expected on March 6, 2026
UCEED 2026 application dates and full exam schedule have been officially released. IIT Bombay conducts this entrance test for B.Des admission.
| Events | UCEED 2026 Dates |
| Online Registration Begins | October 01, 2025 (1:00 pm) |
| Last Date with Regular Fee | November 05, 2025 (Closed) |
| Last Date with Late Fee (₹500) | November 10, 2025 (5:00 pm) (Closed) |
| UCEED 2026 Admit Card Release Date | January 02, 2026 (1:00 pm) |
| Last date for Admit Card Discrepancy | January 08, 2026 (5:00 pm) |
| UCEED 2026 Exam Date and Time | January 18, 2026 (9 am to 12 pm) |
| Release of Draft Answer Key (Part A) | January 20, 2026 |
| Last date for objections on Draft Answer Key | January 22, 2026 (5:00 pm) |
| Release of Final Answer Key (Part A) | January 28, 2026 (5:00 pm) |
| Announcement of Part A Cut-off Marks | February 05, 2026 |
| UCEED 2026 Results Declaration | March 06, 2026 |
| Start date for Score Card Download | March 10, 2026 |
| Last date for Score Card Download | July 31, 2026 |
UCEED 2026 Admit Card (Hall Ticket) will be released by IIT Bombay on its official website: uceed.iitb.ac.in. This document is mandatory for the B.Des entrance exam. The expected release date is January 02, 2026. Follow this step-by-step process to download your UCEED Admit Card 2026:
Visit the official UCEED website (uceed.iitb.ac.in).
Click on the ‘Candidate Portal’ or the ‘Admit Card Download Link’.
Enter your registered Email ID and Password (the credentials used during UCEED Registration).
Once logged in, select the ‘View and Download Admit Card’ option.
Download the Admit Card PDF and save it to your device.
Take a clear printout (preferably color) for exam-day use and verification.
Candidates might face issues while downloading the UCEED Hall Ticket. Below are common problems and their solutions:
| Problem | Solution |
| Technical issues on the official website | High traffic on release day can slow the site. Try logging out and checking again at a later time. Download your admit card well before the UCEED Exam Date (January 18, 2026). |
| Slow internet connection | Check your connection speed. Use a stable connection or try a different network method. Wait until your internet speed is normal before attempting the download. |
| Invalid login credentials (Email ID/Password) | If you forgot your password, use the 'Forgot Password' link on the UCEED login page. Reset your password and use the new one to access your admit card download. |
| Discrepancy in details (Name, DOB, Centre, etc.) | If any detail is incorrect, contact the UCEED Office at IIT Bombay immediately via email (uceed@iitb.ac.in) or phone. The deadline for rectification is January 08, 2026. |
UCEED Admit Card 2026 is mandatory for the B.Des entrance exam. It will be available on the official Candidate Portal and must be printed for exam day use. The following table contains the important information regarding the UCEED 2026 admit card and download process:
| UCEED Admit Card 2026 Details | Information |
| Admit Card Download Start Date | January 02, 2026 |
| Download Start Time | 01:00 pm (Official) |
| Download End Date | Available till Exam Day |
| UCEED Exam Date | January 18, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Mode | Online (No hard copy sent) |
| Admit Card Login Link | uceed.iitb.ac.in (Candidate Portal) |
| Credentials Required | Email ID and Password (used for UCEED registration) |
| Discrepancy Correction Deadline | January 08, 2026 (5:00 pm) |
| UCEED Help Desk Email | uceed@iitb.ac.in |
It is important to check all details on your UCEED 2026 Admit Card (Hall Ticket) immediately after download. If you find any errors, contact the UCEED Office before the deadline of January 08, 2026, to ensure smooth entry on the UCEED Exam Date (January 18, 2026).
Verify that the following information is accurate and matches your UCEED Application Form and official ID:
Candidate’s Name: Must match the name in your application and official documents.
UCEED Registration Number / Roll Number
Date of Birth (DOB) and Category (GEN/OBC/SC/ST/PwD/etc.)
Candidate’s Photograph and Signature (must be clear and correct).
UCEED Exam Date and Time (January 18, 2026, 9 am to 12 pm).
UCEED Exam Centre Address (Name and full address of the test venue).
Important Exam-Day Instructions for the B.Des entrance exam.
PwD/DA Status (if applicable).
If you notice any incorrect information or discrepancies on your UCEED Admit Card, you must contact the exam authorities (IIT Bombay) immediately for correction.
Rectification Deadline: You must report and seek correction for discrepancies by January 08, 2026 (up to 5:00 pm).
Contact Method: Send an email to the UCEED Help Desk with your UCEED Registration details and the specific error(s).
UCEED Help Desk Email: uceed@iitb.ac.in
The deadline to correct any errors on the UCEED Admit Card is January 08, 2026.
UCEED 2026 Admit Card will contain mandatory instructions for the B.Des entrance exam. Follow these key guidelines at the UCEED Exam Centre on January 18, 2026.
You must carry the following items for verification and entry:
| Document Type | Accepted Documents |
| UCEED Admit Card | A clear printout of the UCEED 2026 Admit Card. (Digital copies are not allowed). |
| Primary Photo ID Proofs (Original) | Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driver’s License, College/School ID with Photo. |
| Required Stationery | Pencils (only black shades permitted), Eraser, Sharpener (carry in a transparent packet). |
| Optional | A simple analog wristwatch, A4-size Writing Board |
Reporting Time: Report to the exam centre from 7:00 AM on January 18, 2026.
Last Entry: Entry to the centre will NOT be permitted after the exam starts at 9:00 AM.
Biometric Verification: Biometric information (thumb impression and photograph) will be recorded before the exam begins.
Part B Sketching: Candidates must bring their own pencils for Part B (Drawing). Sketch pens, colour pencils, and poster colours are NOT allowed.
Prohibited Items: Electronic devices (mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, tablets), abacus, log books, study material, and geometry boxes are strictly forbidden.
Rough Work: Blank sheets for rough work (including Part B planning) will be provided at the centre. Do NOT bring your own rough paper.
UCEED 2026 examination is a single 3-hour session combining a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and a Drawing Test.
| UCEED Exam Session | Exam Timing | Reporting Time | Last Entry |
| UCEED 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon | 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
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