SEED 2026 Counselling: Date, Merti List for M.Des & B.Des, Admission Process and Fees

Candidates will be shortlisted for SEED 2026 counselling and seat allotment based on their merit rank in the entrance exam conducted by SID.

As mentioned above, the merit rank is prepared by considering the cumulative performance of the candidate in:

• SEED 2026 written exam
• Portfolio review
• PRPI Task
• Personal interaction.

The 1st merit list-cum-seat allotment of SEED 2026 will be available for download in the third week of April 2026. Candidates who are included in the list will have to confirm their seats by paying the seat-acceptance fee within the given deadline. In case the candidate fails to make the payment, the seat allocation will be canceled and allocated to the candidate next in the order of merit.

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The First Merit List for M.Des will be tentatively released in the third week of May, 2026. The list will be released on the official website for the candidates who have successfully cleared the SEED Entrance Test, Studio Test, and Personal Interaction. The Final Selection to the M.Des Programme also depends upon the details and specialization provided in the SEED Application form.

The admission committee is expected to release the 1st merit list for SEED B.Des 2026 in the third week of April 2026. The merit list will include details like the names of candidates who are selected for admission to the B.Des program offered by the Symbiosis Institute of Design. In addition, it will contain the merit ranks and scores of selected candidates.  

Candidates who are included in the selected list will have to pay the admission fee and complete other formalities to confirm their seats. 

• The SEED 2026 merit list can be downloaded from the SID admission portal - sid.edu.in. 
• In case there are any vacant seats left after the completion of the 1st admission round, the Symbiosis Institute of Design may release additional merit lists.

The SID applicant has to first appear in a written exam. If shortlisted, the candidate has to next appear in a Portfolio Review and Personal Interaction round. The performance of the candidate in the SEED exam, PRPI Task and Portfolio uploaded, and the personal interaction will be used to prepare the SID merit list for admission. 

The admission process for SID Pune is explained below:

1. The candidate has to first appear in the SEED 2026 written exam.
2. Shortlisted candidates have to next appear in a Portfolio Review and Personal Interaction (PRPI) round.
3. As part of the PRPI, the candidate has to upload their portfolios and PRPT task. The digital portfolio should be of file size up to 3 MB, and it should be in a PDF file format. Candidates need to compile a PowerPoint presentation with good-quality images of their work, including Sketches, mixed-media illustrations, digital work, Collaging of images, 2D and 3D articles, Photography, 3D objects like sculpture, fabric products, gadgets, art-inspired products, etc. The presentation slides should be limited to 15. Candidates must upload their portfolio, or they will lose 60% marks. 
4. Note that to appear in the PRPI, the candidate has to book their slots. 
5. The Symbiosis Institute of Design will consider the cumulative performance of the candidate in the SEED 2026 written exam, PPRI Task, portfolio review, and personal interaction to prepare the final merit list.

Note: During the PI, candidates will be asked to demonstrate something quickly with their own creativity. So, candidates should keep the basic stationery items required for the demonstration. 

The Symbiosis Institute of Design determines the structure of the portfolio round, including the items the candidate needs to upload.

The portfolio for SID 2026 should include the following items:

1. Your best works showcase your skills, interests, and passion in a variety of fields and techniques 
2. Instead of including run-of-the-mill works, include items that will help you to stand out from the crowd. 

You may be asked to draw/sketch during the PI round. So, it is recommended that you carry stationery items like a pen, paper, and a pencil. 

Important dates regarding SID 2026 Portfolio and Personal Interaction

Some of the important dates regarding SID Portfolio and Personal Interaction are:

Key points about the SID 2026 Personal Interaction Round

• The candidate has to book a slot for the PI round.
• The candidate will be informed about the personal interaction round through the registered email ID.
• If the candidate has a homemade portfolio, the candidate has to take pictures of the best work, compile it in a PPT, and upload the PDF format on the official link. Also, the portfolio cannot be displayed at the time of the PI.

Check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to SEED Counselling 2026 below.