Can I use NIFT sample papers to prepare for SEED 2025 exam?
NIFT is easily among the most important and difficult entrance exams in the country.
In comparision, SEED is relatively easier and has less competition. You can definitely use NIFT sample papers to prepare for SEED exam as well.
But make sure that you focus on topics that are also included in the SEED
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SEED 2026 Exam will be conducted on March 22, 2026 (Sunday) for B.Des and May 03, 2026 (Sunday) for M.Des. The exam will be held online in computer based mode.
There are a total of 207 seats in the Symbiosis Institute of Design for B.Des programme.
| SEED Specialization | Indian Students | International Students | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Design | Graphic Design | 80 | 12 | 92 |
| User Experience Design | ||||
| Animation Film Design | ||||
| Video Film Design | ||||
| Industrial Design | Product Design | 45 | 7 | 52 |
| Interior Space Design | ||||
| Fashion Design | 29 | 4 | 33 | |
| Fashion Communication | 26 | 4 | 30 | |
| Total | 180 | 27 | 207 |
The seat reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD are as follows:
| Category | Reservation % |
|---|---|
| Within the sanctioned intake | |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| Differently abled | 3.0% |
| Over and above sanctioned intake | |
| Kashmiri Migrants | 2 Seats |
| International Students ( For B. Des. ) | 15% |
| International Students ( For M. Des. ) | 20% |
SEED 2026 First Merit List for B.Des will be announced on April 21, 2026 (Tuesday). The merit list for M.Des will be announced on May 15, 2026 (Friday).
Admission to the SEED M.Des programme will be conducted based on the performance of the candidate in
- Studio Test & Portfolio Review
- Personal Interaction
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