Can SEED sample papers be used as study material for the design entrance exam?
The SEED sample papers are not a replacement for textbooks and other study material. The main function of sample papers is to be used as practice material only. The candidate will not be able to learn the basic concepts and theoretical aspects of the subjectwithout the relevant text books. The candi
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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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