SEED Preparation Tips 2026: Step-wise Preparation Tips, Strategy, Important Topics & Last Minute Tips

Registration - 1 Aug '25 - 30 Nov '25

Updated on Sep 18, 2025 17:27 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

SEED 2026 Exam Preparation -SEED Entrance Exam for B.Des will be conducted on January 11, 2026. The exam will be administered in an online proctored mode. Candidates appearing in the national-level SEED entrance exam must ensure that their preparation is comprehensive and covers all the necessary bases.

For SEED Exam Preparation, candidates must not only read textbooks prescribed for the exam but also solve sample papers and practice mock tests. It is because such exercises will help the candidate test their progress and improve problem-solving and time-management capabilities.

The timing of the exam preparation also matters, especially when one starts and how much time one has, which also depends on the trajectory and planning of the preparation. According to the official SEED 2026 exam pattern, the SEED question paper will comprise 60 questions that candidates must attempt within 60 minutes. This means you have 1 minute per question.

Latest update:

SEED 2026 Application Open for B.Des Admissions

Q: When will SEED 2025 application form open for M.Des?

The application form of SEED 2025 is now OPEN for the M.Des program.

Candidates who met the prescribed eligibility criteria can apply from August 14 to April 15, 2025.

The application form has to be submitted online at sid.edu.in (application link also given on this page).

As part of the application filling process, the candidate has to get registered, fill in the form, upload documents, and pay the application fee.

The SID admission registration fee is Rs. 3250/- (Rs. 2250 for SEED & Rs. 1000 for SID)

Q: When will call letters be issued for SEED 2025 Personal Interview?

The call letters for the personal interview (PRPI admit card) were issued on March 21, 2025. The admit card were issued only to candidates who complete the slot booking process.

Note hard copies of the call letter are sent to the candidate.

On the day of the PRPI, the candidate will have to display the admit card on demand. Any candidate failing to do so will not be allowed to sit in the exam.

Q: Is SEED 2025 exam compulsory for admission to the B.Des program?

Yes, Candidates seeking admission to the B.Desprogrammeneed to compulsory appear in the SEED 2025 exam. The scores of the SEED 2025 exam will be next shortlisted for a Portfolio Review and Personal Interaction round. Note that the final merit list will be prepared by considering the cumulative performance of the candidate in the Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED), Portfolio Review, PRPI Task, and Personal Interaction (PRPI).

So, any candidate who appears in the SEED but doesn’t appear in the PRPI will not be considered for admission.

The B.Des is a 4-year course carrying 160 credits.

Table of content

Refer to the SEED 2026 Exam Pattern
Follow the SEED 2026 Exam Syllabus
SEED 2026 Last week Prep Tips
Topic-Wise SEED Preparation Strategy 2026
FAQs on SEED Preparation Tips

Refer to the SEED 2026 Exam Pattern

SID has released the exam pattern on its official admission portal.

Per the official pattern, the SEED 2026 question paper will include 150 objective-type questions that have to be answered in 180 minutes.

Parameters	Description
Mode	Online, Computer-based test
Duration of the exam	2.5 hours
Total number of questions	150
Type of questions	Objective type
Marking Scheme	+1 mark will be awarded for a correct attempt. There is no negative marking.
Total marks	150

Commonly asked questions

Q: If I am included in the waiting list, will I be considered for SEED 2025 admission?

Candidates who are included in the waiting list will be considered for admission only if there are any vacancies. The seat allotment for waiting list candidates will be conducted if there are any vacant seats left.

The allotment of seats in this case will be based on SEED 2025 merit ranks.

For any admission related queries, the candidate can contact admission officials at the following numbers:

020-26557210 / 203.

Note that SID will release the 1st merit list on April 21, 2025.

Q: What is the SEED 2026 admission process for M.Des program?

Admission to the M.Des programme will be conducted based on performance of the candidate in

Studio Test & Portfolio Review
Personal Interaction

M.Des application 2026 will open in January 2026.

Follow the SEED 2026 Exam Syllabus

The syllabus for SEED 2026 includes topics like Visualisation, Observational, perceptual & reasoning abilities, Creative & problem-solving abilities, and Application of basic knowledge of Science & Mathematics.

Candidates should check the webiste for latest syllabus given by SEED.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Are there any coaching classes/ preparatory classes for SEED exam preparation?

As per the information given on SID website, the institute does not promote or is aware of any coaching classes/preparatory classes. So, candidates have the discretion to decide whether they want to join any coaching institute or not. Note that there are many coaching institutes that offer preparatory classes for exams like NIFT, NID DAT, etc.

Q: Are there any specific requirement for uploading portfolio for SEED PRPI?

Digital portfolio should be a compilation of the best work of the candidate that showcases candidate’s skills, passion and interest in a variety of areas and techniques. It is recommended to take good quality pictures of work and compile them in a Power Point Presentation.

Q: I have done foundation program/Diploma from another institute. Do I need to appear in SEED 2026 or I can get direct admission?

The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) does not have any provisions for direct admission to second year. So, candidates have to compulsory take admission in the first year of the B.Des program. Note that admission to the B.Des is only through the SEED 2026 exam.

Scores of the qualifying exam will not be considered for admission to the B.Des program. Neither does SID accept scores of other popular entrance exams like NIFT, NID DAT, etc.

View Syllabus

SEED 2026 Last week Prep Tips

Revision: Revise whatever you have studied. Take time to revise daily.
Solve sample papers: Solve as many sample papers as you can. This will help you to find your weakness and strength.
Practice mock tests: Mock test help you to practice questions that can come in the exam.
Don’t start any new topics: It is too late to start any new topics. It is because it will take up a lot of time that you otherwise could use for revising already touched topics.
Be positive: You need to be positive frame of mind.
Stay healthy: A healthy body and mind will help you retain more and perform better. To stay healthy, eat healthy foods, take proper rest, sleep well and drink sufficient water.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Where do I upload my Portfolio for SEED 2025?

Portfolio submission is the 2nd stage of the SEED 2025 admission process. Candidates who are shortlisted for the PRPI need to upload portfolio and PRPI task starting March 27, 2024.

The portfolio and PRPI upload link will be available on the SID website after the candidate has booked the Personal Interaction slots.

The slot booking process will be open from January 21 - 29, 2024.

Note that apart from uploading the PRPI Task and Portfolio, the candidate will also have to appear in a Personal Interaction round. The final merit list of SEED 2025 will be prepared by considering the performance of the candidate in the cumulative performance of the candidate in Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED), Portfolio Review, PRPI Task and Personal Interaction.

Q: What should be included in the SEED 2026 Portfolio?

Candidates have to upload a digital portfolio as part of the admission process at SID. Digital portfolio must showcase the best works, skills, passion and interest of the candidate in a variety of areas and techniques. When uploading the portfolio, candidates must follow the specifications and guidelines issued by admissions official.

Topic-Wise SEED Preparation Strategy 2026

Design Aptitude Test is expected to have questions on design-related topics like Visualisation, Observational & Reasoning Ability, Creative & Problem Solving Abilities, Applications on Science and Mathematics etc. SEED exam evaluates aspirants on the basis of their aptitude in design. Aspirants can go through indicative topics from which questions might be asked in SEED.

SEED Syllabus: Visualisation

Understanding and visualisation of simple and complex 2D & 3D geometric shapes, their manipulations and spatial relationships through representations in pictorial and geometric forms.

SEED Syllabus: Observational, perceptual and reasoning abilities

Ability to read and see objects and information beyond obvious details, make connections, make comparisons, form opinions, draw meanings & conclusions. Analyze your observations, express your point of view, and present in a systematic and structured manner.

SEED Syllabus: Creative and problem-solving abilities

Ability to visualise and relate images around us. Ability to identify a problem and attempt to provide solutions.

SEED Syllabus: Application of basic knowledge of Science and Mathematics

Observing the application of basic principles of science and mathematics taught up to the 10th standard in the day-to-day activities & objects and finding interesting relevance.

SEED Syllabus: Art, craft, culture, design and environment

General awareness of Art, Craft, Culture, Design and Environment in Indian as well as in the Global context. Various topics and subtopics related to people, material, tools, techniques, issues & concerns, influences, period, and contemporary trends.

FAQs on SEED Preparation Tips

Here are a few important FAQs on SEED 2026 preparation.

Commonly asked questions

Q: How many times is the SEED exam conducted in a year?

The Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED) is a national level entrance exam conducted by Symbiosis International University. The exam is conducted once a year. The SEED exam is conducted as a home-proctored exam that candidates can take from the comfort of their home. The scores of the exam are considering for admission to the B.Desprogrammeoffered by participating colleges.

The application form for SEED 2024 will open around the 1st week of September 2023.

Q: What is the structure of the SEED 2026 exam?

SEED 2026 written will have 60 questions and will be of 60 minutes. The questions will include MCQ, Match the Columns, Fill in the blanks, image based and comprehension based.

Further, the paper will contain a mix of questions related to Visual Sensitivity and Judgement, Observational, Perceptual and Reasoning abilities, Problem Solving, Basic knowledge of Logic of Science and Mathematics, Art, Craft and Culture, Design and Environment.

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