CEED 2026 – Application Form

The CEED 2026 application procedure is a crucial first step for candidates aspiring to pursue Master of Design (M. Des) programs at premier Indian institutes. Conducted by IIT Bombay, the application process ensures that only eligible and well-prepared candidates move on to the next stages. The following article is an in-depth look at the application form process, key dates, documentation, fee structure, and some more essential information.

CEED 2026 Application Form Release and Important Dates

• Application Form Release:The CEED 2026 application form is expected to be available online from the first week of October 2025.
• Regular Application Deadline:Last week of October 2025.
• Last Date with Late Fee:Second week of November 2025 (with an additional Rs500/- late charge).
• Exam Date:Third week of January 2026 (for reference).
• Candidates must apply online at the official CEED website – ceed.iitb.ac.in. It is vital to check eligibility before beginning the registration process.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Registration

• Visit the official CEED portal and create a profile.
• Provide a valid email address, mobile number, and basic details to generate login credentials.

Filling the Application Form

• Log in using credentials.
• Enter personal, academic, and contact information.
• Select the preferred exam centre.
• Double-check all entries for accuracy.

Uploading Required Documents

• Recent passport-size color photograph (JPEG/JPG, 5–100 KB).
• Scanned signature (JPEG/JPG, 5–50 KB).
• Proof of qualifying exam (degree, diploma, or provisional certificate in PDF, max 500 KB).
• Category certificate (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL, if applicable) (PDF, max 500 KB).
• PwD certificate (if applicable) (PDF, max 500 KB).
• Proof of age and nationality.
• Name change document (if applicable; e.g., gazette notification, marriage certificate, passport page).

Payment of Application Fee

• Pay the fee online (debit/credit card or net banking).
• Late application fee: Additional INR 500 after the regular deadline.

Fee structure: The following table shows the fee structure for the CEED 2026 application form.

Final Submission

• Submit the form online.
• Download and print the completed application form for future reference.

Things to Remember

• Eligibility:Please confirm eligibility criteria before applying (see previous eligibility article for detailed requirements).
• Documents:Ensure all documents strictly adhere to the specified file size and format.
• Deadlines:Applications after the regular deadline incur an additional late fee.
• Corrections:Correcting submitted data is limited; review the form carefully before final submission.

Get more about-eligibility criteria

FAQs

Q1. Where and when will the CEED 2026 application form be released?

Ans. The CEED 2026 application form will be released in October 2025 (tentatively), online at the official IIT Bombay portal (ceed.iitb.ac.in). Candidates must check for official notifications regarding the opening date.

Q2. What documents are required for the CEED 2026 application form?

Ans. Applicants must upload a recent passport photo, scanned signature, proof of qualifying exam, category/PwD certificates (if applicable), proof of age and nationality, and name change documents (if needed), all in prescribed formats and sizes.

Q3. How much is the CEED 2026 application fee?

Ans. The fee is INR 2,000 for women and SC/ST/PwD candidates and INR 4,000 for other categories. A late fee of INR 500 applies if submitted after the regular deadline.

Q4. Can candidates in the final year of their qualifying degree apply?

Ans. Yes, candidates appearing for their final qualifying examination by July 2026 are eligible, but must upload a provisional certificate from their institution during application.

Q5. What should an applicant do if they make a mistake on their application?

Ans. Certain correction windows may be available for limited changes. It is best to carefully check all entries and documents before submitting the application. For critical errors, candidates may contact the helpdesk at the official website soon after submission.

Get details about CEED 2026 Eligibility Criteria