SMEAT Counselling 2025: B.Des & M.Des Interview-Counselling (OVER), Admission Process

Srishti Entrance and Aptitude Test 2026 ( SMEAT )

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Sayeba Naushad
Updated on Sep 18, 2025 14:49 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

SMEAT Counselling 2025 - Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology conducts the counselling for SMEAT 2025 separately for each round. SMEAT Interview-Counselling started from May 28, 2025, till June 07, 2025. Round 3, Interview-Counselling started on June 18, 2025, to June 28, 2025. SMEAT 2025 M.Des Results were out on June 16, 2025, for Round 2 and on July 04, 2025, for Round 3.

As part of the SMEAT 2025 counselling process, any SMEAT 2025 applicant who is allocated a seat has to pay the fees (Part 1 or Part 2) before the given deadline. Part I, Part 2, and any balance fees have to be paid by the given deadline. 

The shortlisting of candidates for SMEAT 202 counselling will be done based on SMEAT 2025 scores. Meanwhile, the allotment of seats for SMEAT 2025 will be done based on the merit rank of the candidate and the course opted for admission. Read on for detailed information.

 

 

 

Q:   What is the last date to apply for SMEAT exam?
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The application process for SMEAT 2025 is expected to OPEN in January 2025.

Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can apply before the last date. The application link will be given on this page. 

Note that SMEAT applications are open in THREE rounds.

The application form for Round 2 will open once application closes for Round I. 

 

Q:   What is SMEAT application fee?
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The application fee for SMEAT exam is INR 5,000. Also, for every additonal course, the candidate has to pay another INR 1,000. The fee has to be paid online. In case the application fee isn't paid, the application form will be considered incomplete.

The application form for SMEAT 2025 will open for Round I in January 2025.

Note SMEAT 2025 admission will be conducted in multiple rounds.

Table of content
  • How to Check SMEAT Merit List 2025
  • SMEAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • Documents Required for SMEAT 2025 Counselling
  • Courses Offered Through SMEAT
  • FAQs on SMEAT Counselling 2025
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How to Check SMEAT Merit List 2025

To view the merit list, follow the steps given below:

Step 1: Visit the official website - http://srishtimanipalinstitute.in/

Step 2: Click on the 'SMEAT Merit List 2025' tab

Step 3: The merit list of SMEAT 2025 will be displayed on the screen

Step 4: Look out for your name, OR press Ctrl+F and then type your name 

Step 5: You can now check if you have been shortlisted or not

Note: The SMEAT 2025 Merit list will include information such as the candidate's name and roll number, category, and program name. Shortlisted candidates must confirm their acceptance by paying the appropriate amount within the deadline. Candidates who fail to pay the admission fee by the deadline risk losing their admission claim.

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Q:   Will the SMEAT exam be conducted offline or online?
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The SMEAT 2025 exam will be conducted in an online mode at 10 cites across India. The exam will be conducted in multiple rounds. The exam for Round I for BDes was held on April 19, 2025 and the result will be out on April 30, 2025. The exam for Round II will be on May 12, 2025 and the results will be out on May 23, 2025.

Q:   When will the results for SMEAT exam (Round 1) be announced?
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The results for the Round I of SMEAT 2025 entrance exam will be declared on April 30, 2025. The results will declared online at the admission portal of the institute. To check their results, candidates need to log in using their candidate credentials.

The SMEAT 2025 exam for Round I will be conducted on April 16-17, 2025.

Note that the SMEAT 2025 exam will be conducted in multiple rounds.

SMEAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SMEAT 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Apr ' 26

Round 1: SMEAT Result BDes and M Des

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May ' 26

Round 1 M Des: Last Date to Pay 1st Instalment (minus Caution Deposit)

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

Round 1 M Des: Waitlist Opened

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

Round 1 B Des: Waitlist Opened

TENTATIVE
May ' 26

Round 1 M Des: Waitlist: Last Date to Pay 1st Instalment

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May ' 26

Round 1 B Des: Waitlist: Last Date to Pay 1st Instalment

TENTATIVE
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Documents Required for SMEAT 2025 Counselling

Some of the documents that candidates need to carry at the time of the SMEAT Counselling round are mentioned below:

  • Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
  • Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
  • Graduation mark sheet and degree
  • Caste certificate (if applicable)
  • Proof of date of birth
  • Passport-size photographs
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the SMEAT exam easy?
A: 

According to students, SMEAT exam is in the range of average, which is neither too easy and nor too tough. The candidate, however, has to know the syllabus and its core subjects thoroughly in order to score well.

Candidates appearing for SMEAT can also appear in other popular private entrance exams like MITID DAT, Pearl Academy, and FDDI AIST.

There are then the top-tier entrance exams like NIFT, NID, and UCEED. 

Q:   Does Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology offer Diploma courses through SMEAT exam?
A: 

Yes, Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology offer one-year PG Diploma course. The PGDP programme allows the individual to choose among two course offerings, the Bridge and the Finish, each of which have been designed to align to different levels of learning.

The SMEAT 2025 exam for Round I will be conducted around the 1st week of April 2025. The application form will open in January 2025 (tentative).

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Courses Offered Through SMEAT

UG and PG Programmes offered for Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology admissions 2025 are mentioned below:

UG Technical Programme (3 years)

Creative Coding (BVoc)

Design and Build - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) (BVoc)

UG Professional Programme (4 years)

Business Services and System Design (BDes)

Creative Education (BDes)

Human Centered Design (BDes)

Industrial Arts and Design Practices (BDes)

Information Arts and Information Design Practices (BDes)

Public Space Design (BDes)

Visual Communication and Strategic Branding (BDes)

Contemporary Art Practice (BCrA)

Creative Writing (BCrA)

Digital Media Arts (BCrA)

Experimental Media Arts (BCrA)

Film (BCrA)

Film (BCrA) from Srishti Films

PG Professional Programme (2 years)

Design-led Innovation (MDes)

Earth Education and Communication (MDes)

Heritage Design, Planning and Management (MDes)

Human Centered Design (MDes)

Industrial Arts and Design Practices (MDes)

Information Arts and Information Design Practices (MDes)

Public Space Design (MDes)

Strategic Design and Brand Leadership (MDes)

PG Arts Programme (2 years) MA Full Mode

Aesthetics and Visual Cultures

Digital Humanities

Knowledge Systems and Practice

Land and Livelihood Studies

Public History and Heritage Interpretation

Screen Studies

PG Arts Programme (2 years) MA Dual Mode

Design in Education

Experience Design

Impact Entrepreneurship

Oral History

Postgraduate Diploma Program (PGDP) in Art & Design

Postgraduate Program in Design (MDes)

Postgraduate Program in Creative Arts (MCrA)

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FAQs on SMEAT Counselling 2025

Here are a few FAQs related to SMEAT 2025 counselling and exam.

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Q:   What is the SMEAT exam pattern?
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The SMEAT exam is conducted in two parts - Test 1 and Test 2. The duration of each test is 90 minutes and carries 50 marks.

Both the parts are mandatory.

Test 1 (T1) is a General Test of Ability, while Test 2 (T2) is a Test of Creative Competencies. 

The candidate needs to carefully go through the exam pattern to prepare for the exam.

Q:   When will SMEAT 2025 exam be conducted?
A: 

The Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design, & Technology will conduct the SMEAT 2025 exam around the 1st week of April 2025.

The SMEAT entrance exam is conducted in multiple rounds (THREE or more). The candidate has the option to apply in any of the admission rounds.

The application form for SMEAT 2025 is expected to open for Round I tentatively in the 2nd week of January 2025. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria may apply.

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