UCEED Application Form 2026: Check Out Detailed Registration Process Here

Summary: The UCEED application form 2026 will begin later this year. Aspirants looking forward to entering the exam can check out the registration process and documents required for UCEED registration. 

In recent years, students have been thinking of career prospects beyond medicine and engineering, bringing a change in the normal conventional idea of a profession. And such changes will have a huge and positive impact in the coming years.

The UCEED exam grants admission into top IITs across India in their Bachelor of Design programs. The article is curated to give you an idea about everything you must know for the UCEED B.Des application process. It covers the latest updates, important notifications, eligibility criteria, application fees, how to fill out the form, and much more.

Latest updates on UCEED 2026 Application Form and Registration:

Registration window (regular fee): Oct 1, 2025 (opened around 1 pm)

Last date without late fee: Oct 31, 2025

With late fee: up to Nov 7, 2025 (5:00 pm)

Admit card download: Jan 2, 2026 (1:00 pm)

Exam date: Jan 18, 2026 (9:00 am - 12:00 noon)

Apply via the official portal linked from uceed.iitb.ac.in

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What is UCEED Application form 2026

It’s the online registration you must complete to appear in UCEED 2026 - the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design conducted by IIT Bombay for admission to B.Des at IITs and other result-sharing institutes.

UCEED registration and B.Des admissions are two separate processes (the latter happens after results through a common admission application). Most students get confused between the two.

UCEED 2026 Eligibility (quick check)

You must have satisfied the following criteria to apply for the UCEED exam 2026. 

1. Age limit: The candidate should have been born on or after October 1, 2000, if belonging to the OPEN/EWS/OBC-NCL category and, on or after October 1, 1995, if belonging to the SC, ST, or PwD category.

2. UCEED qualification: The candidate should have qualified, i.e., obtained a rank, in UCEED 2026. 

3. Qualifying examination: The candidate should have passed all five subjects in the qualifying examination (Class XII or equivalent) in 2026. Those who appeared for the first time in their qualifying examination in 2023 or earlier are NOT eligible. 

• Candidates from the Science Stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects are eligible to apply to all the five participating institutes. Candidates from any other stream  are eligible to apply to IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, and IIT Hyderabad.
• For admission to BDes at IIITDM Jabalpur, only students with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology at 10+2 can apply. 
• The candidates appearing for their qualifying examination (Class XII or equivalent) in 2026 must ensure that (a) all parts of their final examination are completed by the date of application for admission and (b) proof of having passed the qualifying examination with the required eligibility is submitted by the last date. 

Check: UCEED Courses in India

UCEED 2026 Application Form Direct Link

Step-by-Step Process to Fill UCEED Application Form 2026

You can register for UCEED 2026 only through the official portal link on uceed.iitb.ac.in. The registration portal will open on October 1, 2025.

Make sure you keep all documents and certificates ready before you start - incomplete or incorrect uploads are one of the top reasons for application rejection.

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

1) Go to uceed.iitb.ac.in → Click on “Registration Portal” on the homepage.

2) You will be redirected to the UCEED 2026 registration portal hosted by IIT Bombay.

Step 2: Register and Create Candidate Account

1) If you are a new user, click “Register” to create an account.

2) You’ll receive a verification link/OTP - complete the verification.

Tip: Use a valid personal email ID and mobile number - all official updates (admit card, result, etc.) will be sent here.

3) If you are a new user, as you click on the activation URL, you’ll be asked to fill details like email ID, mobile number, name, date of birth, address and more. You’ll also be required to enter a secret question and it’s answer, so that you can recover your account in case you forget your password.

4) Enter password + captcha and click on register.

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Step 3: Login and Start the Application

1) After successful registration, log in with your credentials and click “Start New Application” to start filling the UCEED 2026 Application Form.

2) The application form has multiple sections. Fill them carefully one by one. The first step is your eligibility check and mobile verification.

Step 4: Fill Personal Details

Enter the following exactly as per your official documents:

• Full Name (as per Class XII certificate)
• Gender
• Nationality
• Category (GEN/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS)
• PwD status (if applicable)
• Date of Birth
• Communication address

Tips: Avoid spelling errors. Even a small mismatch in name or DoB can cause rejection or discrepancies later during admission.

Step 5: Fill Educational Qualification Details and Choose Exam City Preferences

1) Enter your Board Name, Year of Passing (2025) or Appearing Year (2026).

2) Mention your school/college name and city.

3) Select the qualifying exam type (CBSE, ISC, State Board, etc.).

4) If you are appearing for Class 12 in 2026, you will need to upload a Principal/School certificate (Annexure B) confirming your eligibility - [more details on this later]

5) Select three preferred exam cities from the drop-down list. Choose wisely - once submitted, requests for change are rarely accepted.

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Step 6: Upload Required Documents

Upload clear, legible and scannable documents in the prescribed format and size as discussed below at this stage of filling the UCEED application form (Use Central Government formats only):

Item	Format & Notes
Recent color photograph (front-facing; 70–80% face; taken within 6 months)	JPEG (.jpg)
Full signature on white paper	JPEG (.jpg)
Proof of age (SSC certificate / Passport / Birth certificate)	PDF (.pdf)
Qualifying exam certificate (if already appeared in 2025)	PDF
If appearing in 2026 Class XII: Principal/Board certificate (Appendix-1 format)	PDF
Category certificates (as applicable): OBC-NCL / EWS / SC / ST (Central Govt. format)	PDF
PwD: UDID or as per brochure format	PDF
OCI/PIO card (if applicable)	PDF

Tip: File names should be simple (e.g., “photo.jpg”, “dob.pdf”). Avoid special characters.

Step 7: Review Your Form Carefully

Before proceeding to payment, review every section - personal info, educational details, and uploads.

Note: Editing is limited after payment. Double-check photo clarity, category certificates, and Annexure B uploads before submission.

Step 8: Pay the UCEED Application Fee for 2026

Select your payment mode (debit card/credit card/net banking) and complete the transaction.

Step 9: Download Confirmation Page & Acknowledgement

• Once payment is complete, download and save your Application Summary & Payment Receipt.
• Keep this PDF safe until the entire admission process is over.

Check: UCEED Sketching Questions

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UCEED Application form: Registration Fees 2026

The UCEED registration fee for different categories are given below -

Indian Nationals	Female Candidates (all categories)	₹ 2,000/-
	SC, ST, PwD Candidates	₹ 2,000/-
	All Other Candidates	₹ 4,000/-
Foreign Nationals (holders of OCI/PIO cards issued BEFORE 4th March 2021)	Female Candidates and PwD Candidates	₹ 2,000/-
	All Other Candidates	₹ 4,000/-
Foreign Nationals (including holders of OCI/PIO cards issued ON or AFTER 4th March 2021)	Candidates from SAARC countries	US $ 200
	Candidates from Non-SAARC countries	US $ 250

• Bank/processing charges are extra. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• You’ll receive a confirmation message after successful payment.

Also check: UCEED Previous Year Question Papers

Understanding Annexure B - The Most Common Confusion in UCEED Application Form

Every year, students who are currently in Class 12 (appearing in 2026) face confusion about what Annexure B is and who should upload it.

Here’s the clear explanation:

What is Annexure B?

Annexure B is a certificate format provided in the official UCEED brochure.

It is a Declaration from the School/College Principal or Head confirming that:

• You are currently studying in Class XII (or equivalent).
• You will appear for the qualifying examination in 2026.

This document is mandatory for students who have not yet received their Class 12 marksheet or certificate.

Who Must Upload Annexure B?

✅ Students appearing for Class XII in 2026 (not yet passed).

❌ Students who have already passed Class XII in 2025 or earlier do not need to upload Annexure B - they must upload their marksheet/certificate instead.

How to Fill Annexure B

1. Download the format from the UCEED 2026 Information Brochure (Appendix-1).

2. Get it printed on the school letterhead (if available).

3. Fill in your name, school name, board, and expected exam month/year (2026).

4. Get it signed and stamped by the school principal/head.

5. Scan the signed document as a PDF file and upload it under “Qualifying Examination Proof.”

Why This Matters:

1. Your application will be rejected if Annexure B is not uploaded properly (for 2026 appearing candidates).

2. Without it, IIT Bombay cannot verify your eligibility to appear for UCEED 2026.

UCEED Application Form 2026: Common Mistakes to Avoid (save marks & stress)

1. Wrong certificate format (state vs central format, outdated OBC-NCL/EWS). Use brochure appendices.

2. Blurry photo/signature or wrong file type (upload only .jpg for photo/sign and .pdf for documents).

3. Name mismatch with Class XII records (requires gazette, avoid the hassle).

4. Missing late-fee deadline (portal closes sharp 5:00 pm on Nov 7).

UCEED Application form: Seat Matrix and Reservation

Seat allocation will be based on the All India Rank (merit order), reservation category, and seat availability in each institute at the time of seat allocation. 

The table represents category-wise available seats in Bachelor of Design (BDes) programs at various IITs in the previous years:

Institute	Open	Open-PwD	EWS	EWS-PwD	OBC-NCL	OBC-NCL-PwD	SC	SC-PwD	ST	ST-PwD	Total
IIT Bombay	14	0	4	1	9	0	5	1	3	0	37
IIT Delhi	8	1	2	0	5	0	3	0	1	0	20
IIT Guwahati	22	1	6	0	15	0	7	1	3	1	56
IIT Hyderabad	11	1	3	0	8	0	4	1	2	0	30
IIT Roorkee	8	0	2	0	4	1	3	0	2	0	20
IIITDM Jabalpur	25	1	6	1	18	0	10	0	4	1	66
IIT Indore	6	1	2	0	4	0	2	0	1	0	16
Total	94	5	25	2	63	1	34	3	16	2	245

Check: UCEED Syllabus 2026

Reservation for UCEED B.Des

• Candidates belonging to the EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and PwD categories will be declared as qualified on the basis of a relaxed criterion.
• Candidates must note that the benefit of reservation will be given to them only if they have all valid documents at the appropriate stage. If at any stage a candidate has used a false/fake/invalid/incorrect document or has furnished false, incorrect, or incomplete information in order to avail the benefit of reservation, they will be disqualified and their admission shall stand cancelled.
• If the PwD certificate is not valid, the candidate will be rolled back to GEN
• The candidate must submit a valid and updated certificate while submitting his/her application for B.Des admission to avail of reservation.
• Seat allocation will be based on the All India Rank (merit order), reservation category, and seat availability in each institute at the time of seat allocation. 
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) 10% of seats. EWS certificates issued only from April 1, 2021, onwards are accepted.
• Other Backward Classes belonging to the Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) have 27% of seats in the course.
• Scheduled Caste (SC) - 15% of seats in the course.
• Scheduled Tribe (ST) - 7.5% of seats in the course.
• Seats remaining vacant under the SC and ST categories shall NOT be allotted to candidates belonging to other categories. 

Check: UCEED Exam Pattern

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After You Submit the UCEED Application Form 2026- What Next?

1. Admit card

Download from Jan 2, 2026 (1:00 pm); verify name, category, exam city, and photo/signature. Report discrepancies as instructed on the site.

2. Exam day guidelines

Read the brochure’s “Day of the Examination” section for reporting time, permitted items, scribe/compensatory time rules (if applicable).

3. Results, scorecard & rank lists

UCEED publishes results/rank lists as per the official schedule in the brochure. (The score is valid for admissions only in AY 2026-27.)

4. Separate B.Des Admissions Application (post-result)

Very important: After qualifying UCEED 2026, you must fill a separate, common B.Des admission application via the IIT Bombay Admissions Portal (link will appear on the UCEED website).

• You’ll indicate institute preferences (IITB, IITD, IITG, IITH, IITI, IITR, IIITDMJ).
• Counselling/processing fee: ₹4,000 (non-refundable).
• Multiple seat allotment rounds are conducted based on AIR, category & seat availability.

Check: UCEED Seat Allotment Process

Conclusion

Completing the UCEED Application Form 2026 is simple if you plan ahead. Keep all documents ready, fill accurate personal and academic details, upload the correct certificates (or Annexure B if you’re appearing for Class 12 in 2026), and pay the fee before the deadline.

Double-check every entry to avoid errors that could lead to rejection. Once submitted, download your admit card in January 2026 and remember to apply separately for B.Des admissions after results are announced. 

We hope this article helped you understand the steps involved in completing the UCEED 2026 Application Form and registration process effectively

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