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Srishti Entrance and Aptitude Test 2026 ( SMEAT )
Registration - 15 Dec '25 - 15 Mar '26
SMEAT Sample Papers 2026 - Candidates planning to appear in the SMEAT 2026 entrance exam must solve sample papers for exam preparation. By solving sample papers, you can better understand the concepts and learn how to use them to solve various types of problems. Sample papers can also be used to improve time management.
Sample papers for the SMEAT Entrance Exam 2026 can be solved at any stage of exam preparation. For example, after completing a topic, the candidate can solve all related problems given in the sample paper. Sample papers can therefore be a good indication of one's progress and can help identify problem areas. Additionally, solving the sample papers will help you get familiar with exam patterns, marking schemes, and the types of questions that will be asked in SMEAT 2026.
The Srishti Institute of Art, Design, and Technology will conduct the SMEAT exam in three rounds. The SMEAT 2026 exam for B Des will be held in April, 2026, and for M Des, the exam started on March 28, 2026, and lasted up to June 07, 2026. The application form for SMEAT 2026 is open.
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- SMEAT Test Pattern for Undergraduate Course Admissions
- When to Start Practicing SMEAT Sample Papers 2026
- FAQs on SMEAT Question Papers 2026
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Prep Guides
SMEAT Test Pattern for Undergraduate Course Admissions
The pattern for SMEAT 2026 is mentioned below:
| Questions | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Contextual Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Observation and Curiosity |
10 | 10 |
| Analytical Reasoning |
20 | 20 |
| Imagination and Visualisation | 10 | 10 |
| Language and Expression |
20 | 20 |
| Critical Thinking | 10 | 10 |
| Domain Literacy | 10 | 10 |
When to Start Practicing SMEAT Sample Papers 2026
One must solve SMEAT sample papers only after they complete syllabus. Solving sample papers will be useless if candidates do not know answers to most questions. Therefore, first complete the syllabus, make sure to go thorough with all topics and then move to solving sample paper. The ideal time to start solving them is two months before exam.
FAQs on SMEAT Question Papers 2026
Here are few FAQs related to SMEAT 2026 sample papers and exam.
Commonly asked questions
The application process for SMEAT 2026 is expected to OPEN now. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can apply before the last date. The application link will be given on this page. The 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.
The SMEAT fee structure is given below.
Undergraduate Professional Program (8 Semesters/4 Years) Bachelor of Design (B.Des) / Fine Arts (BFA) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Particulars | SEM 1-2 2023-24 (Fee in INR) | SEM 3-4 2024-25 (Fee in INR) | SEM 5-6 2025-26 (Fee in INR) | SEM 7-8 2026-27 (Fee in INR) |
Registration Fee & Deposit | ||||
Interest-free Caution/Security Deposit | 50,000 | - | - | - |
Registration Fee | 50,000 | - | - | - |
(Part 1) Total | 1,00,000 | - | - | - |
Annual Fee | ||||
Tuition Fee | 1,25,200 | 1,35,300 | 1,44,200 | 1,56,000 |
Software | 22,500 | 22,500 | 25,000 | 25,000 |
Health & Accident Insurance | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
Co-Curricular Activities | 20,000 | 20,000 | 25,000 | - |
Consumables | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
Online Thesis/Capstone Showcase | - | - | - | 50,000 |
Development Fee | 63,000 | 68,000 | 73,500 | 80,000 |
Establishment Fee | 1,25,000 | 1,35,000 | 1,45,800 | 1,60,000 |
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