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Srishti Entrance and Aptitude Test 2026 ( SMEAT )
Registration - 15 Dec '25 - 15 Mar '26
SMEAT Counselling 2026 - Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology conducts the counselling for SMEAT 2026 separately for each round. SMEAT Interview-Counselling will start from May 28, 2026, till June 12, 2026.
As part of the SMEAT 2026 counselling process, any SMEAT 2026 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 2026 counselling will be done based on SMEAT 2026 scores. Meanwhile, the allotment of seats for SMEAT 2026 will be done based on the merit rank of the candidate and the course opted for admission. Read on for detailed information.
- How to Check SMEAT Merit List 2026
- SMEAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- Documents Required for SMEAT 2026 Counselling
- Courses Offered Through SMEAT
- SMEAT Fee Structure 2026
- FAQs on SMEAT Counselling 2026
How to Check SMEAT Merit List 2026
Know how to check SMEAT merit list below.
- Visit SMEAT website - http://srishtimanipalinstitute.in/
- Click on 'SMEAT Merit List 2026' tab
- Merit list of SMEAT 2026 is displayed on screen.
- Look out for your name, OR press Ctrl+F and type your name
- You can now check if you have been shortlisted or not
Note: The SMEAT 2026 Merit list will include information like candidate's name, roll number, category, and program name. Shortlisted candidates have to confirm acceptance by paying fee before deadline.
Commonly asked questions
SMEAT 2026 is expected to be conducted in an online mode in 10 cities. The exam will be conducted in multiple rounds.
SMEAT 2026 entrance exam result for Round 1 will be declared on April 29, 2026. Results will be declared online at admission portal of the institute. To check results, candidates need to log in using their credentials. Last date to pay the caution money is May 13, 2026.
SMEAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SMEAT 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Apr ' 26 | Round 1: SMEAT Result BDes and M Des TENTATIVE |
| 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 TENTATIVE |
| May ' 26 | Round 1 B Des: Waitlist: Last Date to Pay 1st Instalment TENTATIVE |
Documents Required for SMEAT 2026 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
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.
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 2026 exam for Round I will be conducted around the 1st week of April 2026. The application form will open in January 2026 (tentative).
Courses Offered Through SMEAT
UG and PG Programmes offered for Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology admissions 2026 are mentioned below:
| UG Technical Programme (3 years) |
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|---|---|---|
| Creative Coding (BVoc) |
Design and Build - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) (BVoc) |
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| UG Professional Programme (4 years) |
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| 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 |
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| PG Professional Programme (2 years) |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| Design in Education |
Experience Design |
Impact Entrepreneurship |
| Oral History |
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| Postgraduate Diploma Program (PGDP) in Art & Design |
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| Postgraduate Program in Design (MDes) |
Postgraduate Program in Creative Arts (MCrA) |
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Commonly asked questions
Application process for SMEAT 2026 is open now. Candidates who meet prescribed eligibility criteria can apply before last date. Last date to apply for SMEAT is March 15, 2026.
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.
SMEAT Fee Structure 2026
The fee structure for SMEAT B.Des 2026 is.
| Particulars | Year-1 (2025-26) | Year-2 (2026-27) | Year-3 (2027-28) | Year-4 (2028-29) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | ||||
| Caution Deposit (Interest Free) | ₹50,000 | – | – | – |
| Part 1 Total | ₹50,000 | – | – | – |
| Annual Fee | ||||
| Tuition Fee | ₹4,32,000 | ₹4,32,000 | ₹4,32,000 | ₹4,32,000 |
| Other Academic Fee | ₹3,26,000 | ₹3,26,000 | ₹3,26,000 | ₹3,26,000 |
| Part 2 Total | ₹7,58,000 | ₹7,58,000 | ₹7,58,000 | ₹7,58,000 |
| Grand Total (Part 1 + Part 2) | ₹8,08,000 | ₹7,58,000 | ₹7,58,000 | ₹7,58,000 |
Fee Structure for M.Des
The fee structure for SMEAT M.Des 2026 is:
| Particulars | Year-1 (2025-26) | Year-2 (2026-27) |
|---|---|---|
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | ||
| Caution Deposit (Interest Free) | ₹50,000 | – |
| Part 1 Total | ₹50,000 | – |
| Annual Fee | ||
| Tuition Fee | ₹3,42,000 | ₹3,42,000 |
| Other Academic Fee | ₹2,73,000 | ₹2,73,000 |
| Part 2 Total | ₹6,15,000 | ₹6,15,000 |
| Grand Total (Part 1 + Part 2) | ₹6,65,000 | ₹6,15,000 |
Commonly asked questions
SMEAT is a national level entrance exam conducted by the Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology. For this academic session, entrance exam has three admission rounds. Note that for each round, the application process will be conducted separately.
Sample papers can be solved as part of one’s exam preparation strategy very early on.
If you have completed a few topics given in the SMEAT 2026 syllabus, you may solve all the relevant problems related to the chapters that you have completed. Once you have completed the syllabus, you will be able to attempt the entire sample paper.
It is recommended to solve as many sample papers it is possible.
FAQs on SMEAT Counselling 2026
Here are a few FAQs related to SMEAT counselling and exam.
Commonly asked questions
SMEAT 2026 entrance exam result for Round 1 will be declared on April 29, 2026. Results will be declared online at admission portal of the institute. To check results, candidates need to log in using their credentials. Last date to pay the caution money is May 13, 2026.
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 2026 exam for Round I will be conducted around the 1st week of April 2026. The application form will open in January 2026 (tentative).
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.
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