AIEED Pattern 2026: Question Paper Structure, Marking Scheme, Important Topics, Mode

All India Entrance Examination for Design 2026 ( AIEED )

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Updated on Nov 3, 2025 16:05 IST

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AIEED Exam Pattern 2026 - Arch College of Design and Business is responsible for drafting the exam pattern of AIEED 2026. The exam pattern will provide insights into the AIEED 2026 question paper structure - types of questions asked, marking scheme, exam mode, section-wise questions, weightage, etc. So, by consulting the exam pattern you will know how to orient your exam preparation, for instance, whether to focus on objective or subjective-type questions.

As per the official exam pattern, the AIEED 2026 exam will include a Creative Ability Test (CAT) and a General Ability Test (GAT). The exam will be held online. AIEED 2026 question paper will include 45-50 questions that have to be attempted in 3 hours. The total mark for the exam is 200.

  • The Creative Ability Test and the General Ability Test are designed to assess the design sensitivity, problem-solving and creative skills logical reasoning & awareness of global issues of the candidate.
  • AIEED exam question paper is bilingual, that is, questions are asked in both Hindi and English. AIEED offline exam can be answered in either of the languages. However, the online exam can be answered in English only.
Q:   What is the AIEED exam?
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AIEED or the All India Entrance Examination for Design (AIEED) is a entrance exam conducted by the ARCH College of Design & Business for admission to the UG and PG design courses offered by the institute. Online application current session are now open.

Q:   When will the AIEED exam be conducted?
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AIEED 2026 exam will be conducted between December 15 to December 20, 2025. It will be conducted online in multiple slots. Candidates are required to select their exam slots when filling out the application form.

Q:   Is the application form open for AIEED exam?
A: 

Yes, the application form for AIEED 2026 exam is open for admission. The application is open from November 01, 2025. The application fee is INR 3,000. AIEED Application forms are available online for UG and PG programmes.

Table of contents
  • AIEED GAT 2026 Exam Pattern
  • AIEED CAT 2026 Exam Pattern
  • AIEED 2026 Video, Portfolio, and Personal Interaction
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AIEED GAT 2026 Exam Pattern

In this section, candidates are evaluated based on understanding for design, logical reasoning, design-related awareness, awareness of global issues, & concept comprehension. In this exam, candidates need to attempt 60 questions in two hours . The maximum mark is 100 marks.

AIEED Exam Pattern 2026 for GAT
Total No of Questions Maximum Marks Duration
60 100 2 hours
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Q:   Do I need to appear in the AIEED entrance exam for admission to the BBA program?
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Admission to the BBA courses is conducted based on merit of the qualifying exam, and no entrance exam is conducted.  Direct admission is offered to the following programs.

  • BBA in Design & Entrepreneurship
  • BBA in Digital Marketing
  • BBA in Event Management
  • BBA in Fashion Business
Q:   How will AIEED result prepared?
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The result of AIEED 2025 will be prepared by considering the performance of the canduidate in:

  • Previous educational field        
  • AIEED exam result  
  • Interview+Portfolio

The seat allotment to various courses offered by the ARCH College of Design & Business will be on the basis of AIEED 2025 merit rank only.

Q:   When will AIEED admit card be released?
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The admit cards of AIEED 2024 is relelesed post successful submission of the AIEED 2024 application form. Admit cards are issued online and have to be downloaded online entering one's candidate log-in credentials.

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AIEED CAT 2026 Exam Pattern

In this section, candidates are evaluated on both written & visual, Design thinking, Lateral thinking & creative problem solving, & awareness of Design principles. In this exam, candidates need to answer 50 questions in three hours. The total marks is 200.

AIEED Exam Pattern for CAT
Total No of Question Maximum Marks Duration
50 100 3 hours
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Q:   What details will be mentioned on the admit card of AIEED?
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The admit card of AIEED 2026 will carry the following information.

  • Candidate’s name
  • Candidate’s AIEED roll number
  • Candidate’s AIEED test centre name and complete address
  • AIEED login details 
  • AIEED exam date
  • AIEED exam reporting time
  • Duration of AIEED
  • Candidate’s photograph
Q:   When will AIEED admit card be released?
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The admit cards of AIEED 2025 will be relelesed post successful submission of the AIEED 2025 application form. Admit cards are issued online and have to be downloaded online entering one's candidate log-in credentials.

The admit card will contain information like roll number, date and time of the exam, and exam-center details. Om exam-day, the candidate must bring with them a printout of the admit card and a valid photo ID proof.

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AIEED 2026 Video, Portfolio, and Personal Interaction

In this section, candidates are evaluated on the basis of Composure, Focus & clarity, General articulation skills, depth of thinking, and a range of work in a portfolio. The duration of these tests is 30 minutes and candidates are evaluated out of 200 marks. 

AIEED Exam Pattern 2026 for Portfolio and PI 
Maximum Marks Duration
200 30 minutes

Candidates can also read:

AIEED Syllabus AIEED Question Papers AIEED Exam Dates

 

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Q:   What is AIEED eligibility criteria for admission to the UG program?
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To be considered for admission to the UG program, the candidate needs to meet the following criteria.

  • Candidate must have appeared for/cleared their 10+2
  • Students appearing in 10+2 exam can also apply. Such candidates will be eligible for direct admission in the academic session commencing in provided they clear the interaction and PoA (Portfolio of Abilities) stage.
Q:   How to fill out the AIEED application form?
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To fill AIEED 2026 application form, candidates needed to

  1. Create a login ID
  2. Fill in academic, personal and contact details
  3. Upload documents
  4. Pay the application fees
  5. Submit the form and take a printout.
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