UCEED Syllabus 2027: Complete Part A & B Topic List (Official)

UCEED syllabus includes 7 skill-based topics in Part-A and drawing-based topics in Part-B of the exam, instead of regular academic subjects like Physics or Maths.

Part A (200 marks, computer-based) tests Visualization & Spatial Ability, Practical & Scientific Knowledge, Observation & Design Sensitivity, Environment & Society, Analytical & Logical Reasoning, Language and Creativity. While Part B (100 marks, pen-and-paper) tests Drawing (50 marks) and Design Aptitude (50 marks).

These are not textbook subjects. IIT Bombay designed this syllabus to evaluate how you think, observe, and solve problems visually, not what you have memorized.

(These topics are listed as per the official brochure of the latest admission cycle (2026).

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UCEED 2027 Syllabus at a Glance (Official)

Part A (Objective)
Subject	Particulars
Visualization & Spatial Ability	Shape rotation, paper folding/unfolding, surface counting, cube-dice, patterns
Observation & Design Sensitivity	Design principles, product evolution, materials, visual culture
Analytical & Logical Reasoning	Coding-decoding, series, syllogism, puzzles, logic grids
Practical & Scientific Knowledge	Everyday object functioning, design of common items, technological advances
Environmental & Social Awareness	Basic sustainability concepts, design for society, reuse & recycle themes
Language	Questions that test reading and comprehension of English
Creativity	Verbal analogies, visual-verbal linking, symbols, signs

Part B (Drawing / Design Aptitude)
Subject	Particulars
Free-hand Drawing	Persons, products, scenes with clarity, composition & perspective
Creative Thinking & Problem Solving	Theme-based prompts (e.g., design for environment, inclusive product)
Visual Communication	Expressive sketches, clean line-work, proportion & shading
Design Concepts	Ergonomics, usability, aesthetics, human-centered design

NOTE:

• The Official UCEED 2027 Syllabus (IIT Bombay) is expected to release around September 2026.
• UCEED may not necessarily cover all the above topics in a given year's paper.

Download Official UCEED Syllabus PDF (IIT Bombay Brochure)

UCEED Syllabus Weightage: How Much of Part A Each Topic Covers

While IIT Bombay's UCEED exam brochure lists all seven Part A domains without assigning official marks to each, analysis of the last seven years of UCEED papers (2019-2025) shows a consistent pattern in how much each domain actually occupies the exam:

Syllabus Domain	Avg. Questions (2019-2025)	Avg. % of Part A
Analytical & Logical Reasoning	22.1	32.9%
Observation & Design Sensitivity	18.9	28.0%
Visualization & Spatial Reasoning	16.3	24.2%
Practical & Scientific Knowledge	4.0	5.9%
Creativity	3.7	5.5%
Environment & Society	2.1	3.2%
Language	0.1	0.2%

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Detailed Subject-wise UCEED Syllabus 2027: Part A

Part A is conducted for 200 marks; the maximum allotted time is 2 hours. It includes Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions, Multiple Select Questions (MSQ), and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).

The UCEED 2027 Syllabus for Part A consists of the following seven topics.

This section of UCEED 2027 syllabus consists of pictorial and diagrammatic questions to test your understanding of the transformation and manipulation of 2D shapes and 3D objects and their spatial relationships. 

Pattern and design of paper folding	Optical Illusion (2D/3D objects and understanding)
Mirror, water reflections	Transformation of 2D & 3D shapes (scaling, rotation, symmetry)
Isometric and perspective views	Interpreting exploded views and mechanical drawings
Object Manipulation

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Sample Questions:

Before mapping the syllabus to a timetable, confirm you meet the UCEED eligibility criteria - the age limit and the subjects you choose for class 11 & 12 decides which of the seven participating IITs you can even apply to for admission.

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This section of UCEED 2027 Syllabus evaluates your know-how of scientific principles behind everyday objects.

Topics	Particulars
Heat & Expansion	Expansion of metals (railway tracks, bridges, gaps in concrete roads) and real-life design application
Light & Optics	Concave/convex mirrors and lenses in everyday objects (torch, car headlights, spectacles), reflection/refraction in water bodies, glass design, prisms.
Sound & Acoustics	Echo vs reverberation, materials used for soundproofing in auditoriums, etc.
Electricity & Circuits	Simple applications like fuses, earthing, wiring safety, appliances design (e.g., why 3-pin plugs are used).
Mechanics in Daily Life	Levers/pulleys/gears/screw jack. Or door handles/scissors/bicycles as real-life lever systems.
Forces & Motion	Example - why tyres have treads, why shoes have grip, etc.
Energy & Sustainability	Questions can be about solar panels, wind turbines, hydroelectric applications, renewable energy integration in architecture.
Materials & Their Properties	Example - Wood vs metal vs plastic: strength, durability, eco-friendliness or heat conductors and insulators (e.g., cookware design).
Human Body & Biomechanics	About vision (near/farsightedness and lenses), Ergonomics (chair/table design for posture), etc.
Environmental Applications	Water harvesting, eco-friendly innovations, Green building materials (bamboo, mud, recycled plastic) and so on.

Sample Questions:

Knowing which topics make up the UCEED paper is just half work done - see how a Part A score converts to a rank in our UCEED marks vs rank breakdown and calibrate your prep accordingly.

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These questions are designed to test your ability to detect concealed properties in ordinary things, people, situations, and events and to think critically about them.

Elements of Design, Layout & Principles of Design	Visual logic and odd one out
Colour Theory and Psychology	Detecting errors or subtle differences in layouts/designs
Visual Perception	Matching shapes and forms
Pattern recognition and completion

Sample Questions:

Observation questions are quick to solve but only if you don't overthink them. Our UCEED time-management tips show how much maximum time you should spend per section.

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This section of UCEED syllabus includes question on general knowledge about environmental factors such as climate, population, water, vegetation, pollution, weather, natural resources, etc., and their implications on the design of products, images, infrastructure, and environment.

You should be aware of social and cultural connections with the design, the history of the designed artefact, and socially responsible and environmentally sustainable design responses. 

History of Indian Art/Design, An overview of World Art, Art and Architecture, Social and Cultural relation with Art/Design.	Environmental issues, design-related current affairs
Environmentally Sustainable Designs	Awareness of products, logos, media, advertising
Indian cultural background and famous Structures,	Musical instruments, Musical Maestros, Dance forms, Crafts, and Dresses.

Sample Questions:

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This section of the UCEED syllabus tests the ability to look at qualitative or quantitative information and discern patterns within the information. You should be able to weigh opinions, arguments or solutions against appropriate criteria.

Also, you should be able to check for hidden bias or assumptions and whether evidence and arguments provided support the conclusions.

Going through Data Interpretation, brainteasers, and patterns can be an advantage.

Arguments, Assumptions, Course of Action	Syllogism (a process of logic in which two general statements lead to more precise information)
Assertion and Reasoning	Series, sequences, coding-decoding
Causes and Effect	Venn diagrams, statement-conclusion

Sample Questions: 

Reasoning has been one of the most dominant section of the paper for years- our UCEED exam analysis tracks how each section's difficulty has evolved year on year.

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This section of the UCEED paper syllabus requires proficiency in reading and comprehending Standard English. 

Questions from general English grammar.	Standard English, Vocabulary, sentence formation, metaphors
You should also be able to think creatively about alternatives, distinguish innovative options, and think outside the box.	Story-based questions, creative writing prompts
Grasp of verbal and non-verbal analogies, metaphors, signs and symbols.	Pictorial questions that require language interpretation

Sample Questions:

Note:

• Although there's no separate UCEED Maths syllabus, it can be integrated in questions from numerical ability test (NAT), spatial reasoning and analytical reasoning.
• The topics above are exhaustive and indicative of the nature of the questions. However, UCEED may or may not cover all the topics.

Language related questions often appear as fill-in-the-blanks in the exam - here's how to solve fill-in-the-blanks in design entrance exams without second-guessing.

The Creativity topic from the UCEED syllabus checks how well you connect and reinterpret ideas, a must for design thinking.

As per official definition it covers - "grasp of verbal and non-verbal analogies, metaphors, signs and symbols." Practically you can expect questions that might ask you to spot the relationship between two things and apply it to a third, decode a symbol or sign, or pick the option that best completes a visual-verbal analogy.

Focus area	What it means
Verbal analogies	Relationships between words/concepts (A is to B as C is to ?)
Non-verbal analogies	The same logic applied to shapes, images and patterns
Metaphors	Reading figurative meaning and visual metaphor
Signs & symbols	Interpreting icons, pictograms and symbolic cues

Sample question:

Creativity overlaps with Part B's Design Aptitude, so practicing analogies and symbols would help in both.

For more exam-level practice questions work through our UCEED sample papers under timed conditions.

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UCEED Exam Syllabus 2027: Part B

As per the UCEED Exam Pattern, Part B syllabus is about sketching and design thinking. It consists of two UCEED drawing questions for 50 marks each. It is a pen and paper-based test that lasts 60 minutes, and the question paper aims to test your drawing skills, which will require subjective evaluation. 

Crucial Concepts:

• Perspective drawing (1-point, 2-point, 3-point)
• Product sketching (redesigning or imagining new products)
• Scene creation (from daily life, imaginative settings, futuristic environments)
• Human figure drawing in action or interaction
• Object proportion, scale, and foreshortening
• Expressing mood, context, or message visually

Sample Question: 

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This part of UCEED Syllabus 2027 requires that you should be able to use visual analogies, metaphors, signs, and symbols. Also, you must understand the complexity, identify the problem, generate alternatives, evaluate the options, and select solutions to score well in this section of the UCEED 2027 syllabus.

Crucial Concepts:

• Situational design questions
• User-centric problem scenarios
• Service design thinking
• Problem analysis and solution generation
• Scenario-based creative reasoning

Sample question:

Proper form and proportion of human figures in perspective drawings is where most Part B scores are won or lost. Practice for them with our guide - designing sketches and human figures for UCEED.

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Latest Updates on UCEED 2027 Exam Pattern

As per the UCEED 2027 Exam Pattern, the UCEED question paper consists of Parts A and B:

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	IIT Bombay
Exam Mode for UCEED pattern	Computer-based test (Part A) and Paper-based test (Part B)
Exam Duration	3 hours (Total)
Number of sections	3 in Part A (NAT, MSQ, MCQ) and 2 in Part B (Drawing & Design Aptitude)
Total UCEED marks	300 [PART A - 200 Marks (2 Hrs) ; PART B - 100 Marks (1 Hr)]

Part A filters candidates for Part B checking. However, both are required to score well to get top ranks. 

Understanding UCEED 2027 syllabus will help you understand the skill sets required to perform well in the UCEED 2027 examination.

UCEED Marking & Shortlisting (Official)

Following is the official UCEED Marking Scheme as per the brochure of latest cycle (2026); expected to be same in 2027 as well.

Part A (200 marks, 2 hours):

Section	Questions	Marks (correct)	Negative	Section total
NAT	14	+4	none	56
MSQ	15	partial (up to +4)	−1 (for wrong answer)	60
MCQ	28	+3	−0.71	84
Total	57			200

Part B (100 marks, 1 hour): Sketching - 1 question (50 marks); Design Aptitude - 1 question (50 marks). Pencil only, no colors allowed unless specified.

How Shortlisting Works in UCEED

Only those who clear the Part A cutoff will get their Part B checked.

Part A cut-off for OPEN category is δ = μ + (σ/2), where μ and σ are the mean and standard deviation of all participants’ Part A marks. For other categories, relaxed cut-offs are 0.9δ (OBC-NCL/EWS) and 0.5δ (SC/ST/PwD).

Your Part B is evaluated only if you clear this cut-off - so a strong drawing can't save a weak Part A. Your final rank combines Part A + Part B. As for ties, first criteria is Part B marks, then MSQ, and then NAT.

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Why Mastering Each Subject in UCEED 2027 Syllabus Matters

UCEED is not a 'draw-only' test. All UCEED subjects contributes to the final score in a different way:

• Some subjects are easy to score in quickly if you practice (e.g., visual reasoning, observation).
• Some require deliberate practice (e.g., drawing, design sensitivity).
• Some are low-effort, high-return (e.g., general design awareness, basic practical science).

Understanding the syllabus gives you a prioritized roadmap. Not equal time for all topics, but the right time for the right topics. Official syllabus sections (below) are the map you should follow.

UCEED Syllabus Preparation Roadmap (2027)

A successful preparation strategy for UCEED exam should focus on building fundamentals first, followed by practice, mock tests, and revision.

Timeline	Focus Areas	Goal
Months 1-2	Visualization & Spatial Ability, Observation Skills, Design Sensitivity, English, Basic Reasoning, Sketching Fundamentals	Build strong fundamentals in the highest-weightage UCEED topics
Month 3	Creativity, Design Thinking, Environment & Society, Practical & Scientific Knowledge, Perspective Drawing	Complete syllabus coverage and start solving topic-wise questions
Month 4	Previous Year Papers, Part A Practice, Drawing & Design Aptitude Questions	Learn actual UCEED question patterns and improve speed
Month 5	Full-Length Mocks, Weak-Area Improvement, Timed Sketching	Improve accuracy, time management, and exam temperament
Final Month	Revision, Mock Analysis, Error Log Review, Frequently Asked Topics	Maximize score through revision and performance optimization

The roadmap above is the summary - for a day-by-day version, follow our full UCEED study plan.

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Topic-Wise Priority Order:

Priority	UCEED Syllabus Topics
Highest Priority	Visualization & Spatial Ability, Observation & Design Sensitivity, Drawing, Design Aptitude
High Priority	Analytical & Logical Reasoning, Creativity, Design Thinking & Problem Solving
Medium Priority	Environment & Society, Practical & Scientific Knowledge
Ongoing Throughout Preparation	Language, Reading Comprehension, Sketching Practice

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FREE Study Resources to Cover Complete UCEED 2027 Syllabus

FREE UCEED Study Material Name	Link
UCEED Study Material for Drawing	Download Drawing PDF
UCEED Study Material for Numerical Aptitude	Download NAT Qs PDF
UCEED Study Material for Verbal Reasoning	Download Verbal Reasoning PDF
UCEED Study Material for Non-verbal Reasoning	Download Non-verbal Reasoning PDF
UCEED Study Material for Verbal Ability	Download Verbal Ability PDF
UCEED Study Material for General Awareness	Download GA PDF
UCEED Study Material for Aptitude	Download Aptitude PDF

UCEED Preparation Books - Best Study Material to Cover UCEED 2027 Syllabus

It is essential to choose the right books that cover all topics per the latest UCEED 2027 syllabus. You may consider referring to the books listed below for your UCEED 2027 Preparation.

List of UCEED Books PDF	Author(s)/Publisher
UCEED Original Previous Year Solved Papers (10 Years Solved Papers for part-A and part-B)	Creative Edge by Toprankers
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning	RS Aggarwal
Quantitative Aptitude	RS Aggarwal

The UCEED previous year papers book by Creative Edge is designed by expert mentors and alumni from India’s top design schools. It gives you complete exposure to the exam’s structure, difficulty level, and question style.

What truly sets this book apart is extensive explanation for Part-1 questions with shortcuts & tricks and exclusive QR-based Video Solutions for Part B (drawing section), a first-of-its-kind feature that lets you watch expert artists solve each creative problem step-by-step.

It's the only comprehensive UCEED book you need to practice for the highly competitive exam, decipher the question types/patterns, identify your strengths/weaknesses and crack the exam like a pro.

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UCEED vs NID Syllabus 2027 - Quick Comparison Table

Many design aspirants usually prepare for both UCEED and NID, but the syllabus and focus areas differ significantly. Here's a comparison to help you understand these differences and prepare better:

Criteria	UCEED	NID
Conducting Body	IIT Bombay	NID Admission Cell
Degree Offered	B.Des (6 IITs and 1 IIIT)	B.Des (NIDs)
Exam Parts/Phases	Part A (NAT, MSQ, MCQ) Part B (Drawing)	Prelims: Subjective Drawing Section and Objective Aptitude Section (MCQs; removed in 2026; might reappear) Mains: Studio Sensitivity Test (60%) + In-person Sensitivity Test (40%)
Theory Section	Part A: High focus on visualization, reasoning, and design thinking	GAT: Emphasis on GK, math, logical reasoning and English
Drawing Section	Part B: Scene-based sketching (perspective drawing), product sketching, storytelling	CAT: Poster making, product design / redesign, sequential art, perspective drawing, scene creation, design related problem-solving, storyboarding
Design Thinking	Tested directly through questions	Through studio test and CAT questions
Portfolio/Interview	No	Yes, as part of DAT Mains, after getting shortlisted in Prelims (CAT+GAT)

NID's selection process was revised in 2026 (GAT removed, Prelims made qualifier-only round for Mains). Confirm current details in the official NID Admissions Handbook at admissions.nid.edu.

Understanding syllabus and practicing questions can help you improve, but to set a target score for admission to top IITs, it's important to know what is a good score in UCEED.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Syllabus of UCEED

1. What is the syllabus for 2027 UCEED exam?

The UCEED 2027 syllabus defines the topics and skills tested in the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design in 2027. It is prescribed by IIT Bombay and evaluates candidates on design aptitude, logical reasoning, visualization, creativity, and drawing ability through Part A (objective) and Part B (drawing) sections.

2. Has the UCEED Syllabus changed?

No, the syllabus for UCEED has not changed significantly in recent years. IIT Bombay follows a stable syllabus structure, though the difficulty level and nature of questions may vary each year. The core focus areas remain the same.

3. Is UCEED 2027 syllabus same as last year?

Yes, the UCEED 2027 syllabus is expected to be the same as the previous year’s syllabus. UCEED does not introduce frequent syllabus changes. Candidates preparing as per the latest available structure (2026) are effectively preparing for UCEED 2027.

4. What are the subjects in UCEED 2027?

UCEED does not have traditional subjects like Physics or Chemistry. Instead, the syllabus is divided into skill-based areas tested across two parts:

• Part A: Visualization & spatial reasoning, logical reasoning, numerical ability, design sensitivity, environmental & social awareness, language & creativity
• Part B: Drawing, perspective, visual storytelling, creativity, and design problem-solving

UCEED focuses on design aptitude and thinking skills, not textbook subjects.

5. Does UCEED require maths?

UCEED does not require advanced mathematics. Only basic maths is included as part of numerical ability in Part A, such as percentages, ratios, averages, speed-time, and logical calculations.

No formulas from higher-level mathematics are needed. Strong logic and accuracy matter more than maths proficiency.

6. Is UCEED difficult?

UCEED is considered moderately to highly competitive, not academically difficult.
The challenge lies in:

• Time pressure
• Conceptual and logic-based questions
• Design thinking and visualization skills

7. Is the UCEED 2027 syllabus based on Class 11 and 12?

No, the syllabus is not strictly based on Class 11 or 12 textbooks. It focuses on aptitude and thinking skills, not academic theory. School-level knowledge may be helpful, but UCEED primarily tests visualisation, observation, problem-solving, application, and reasoning.

8. Is the UCEED 2027 syllabus the same for all candidates?

Yes, the syllabus is the same for all candidates targeting the 2027 UCEED exam. There is no separate syllabus based on background (science, commerce, or arts). All aspirants are tested on the same design-aptitude framework.

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Conclusion

A close look at the syllabus reveals that the UCEED exam consistently rewards three skills above everything else: visualization, observation, and design thinking.

While many aspirants spend months collecting resources, the real differentiator is how effectively they practice these skills through mock tests, sketching exercises, and previous year papers.

If you're preparing for the 2027 or 2028 attempt, treat the UCEED exam syllabus as a priority map:

• master the high-frequency topics first
• focus on application rather than theory
• seek feedback
• and regularly test yourself against actual UCEED questions.

That's the most reliable way to convert syllabus coverage into a strong UCEED rank.

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