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Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design 2027 ( SEED )

Sayeba Naushad
Updated on Jul 28, 2026 15:04 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

SEED Question Papers - Candidates appearing in the SEED exam must make it a point to solve SEED sample papers and question papers. The sample papers can help candidates understand the difficulty level of the SEED entrance exam. They can get an idea of the types of questions asked and the section-wise weightage. The candidate can solve the sample papers side by side with their exam preparation.

  • SEED Exam will contain 60 objective-type questions.
  • Candidate will be able to improve their problem-solving and time-management skills.
  • Understanding various concepts becomes easier by solving sample papers.
Table of contents
  • SEED Sample Paper
  • SEED 2027 Question Paper Pattern
  • Benefits of Solving SEED Question Papers
  • FAQs on SEED Sample Papers

Download previous year SEED question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download SEED previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

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SEED 2027 Question Paper Pattern

Check the table below for key highlights of the question paper.

SEED Entrance Exam

Details

Question Type

MCQ, Match the Columns, Fill in the blanks, image-based and comprehension based.

Total Number of Questions

60

Total Marks

150

Duration

60 min

Questions asked in the SEED exam will be based on design-related topics. SEED exam evaluates aspirants based on their aptitude in design. Aspirants can go through indicative topics from which questions might be asked in SEED.

Topics Details
Visualization Understanding and visualization of simple and complex 2D & 3D geometric shapes, their manipulations, and spatial relationships through representations in pictorial and geometric forms.
Observational, perceptual, and reasoning abilities

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

Creative and problem-solving abilities Ability to visualize and relate images around us. Ability to identify a problem and attempt to provide solutions.
Application of basic knowledge of Science and Mathematics Observing the application of basic principles of science and mathematics taught up to X Standard in the day-to-day activities & objects and finding interesting relevance.
Art, craft, culture, design, and environment General awareness of Art, Craft, Culture, Design, and Environment in India as well as in the Global context. Various topics and sub-topics related to people, material, tools, techniques, issues & concerns, influences, periods, and contemporary trends.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I download SEED question papers with solutions?
A: 

The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) doesn’t release any answer keys for the SEED exam. So, you will not find any official answers to the questions asked in the SEED entrance exam. That being said, there are some coaching institutes which may release the unofficial answers to the questions asked in the entrance exam. 

The coaching institutes may also release sample papers with solutions. But note that to be able to download these materials, you will most likely have to pay a subscription fee.

Q:   Can SEED sample papers be used as study material for the design entrance exam?
A: 

The SEED sample papers are not a replacement for textbooks and other study material. The main function of sample papers is to be used as practice material only. The candidate will not be able to learn the basic concepts and theoretical aspects of the subjectwithout the relevant text books. The candidate must only start solving sample papers after they have completed the theoretical undestanding of the process. By solving sample papers, the candidate will be able to better understand the concepts and lean how to use them to solve problems.

Q:   Can I download the SEED question paper after exam?
A: 

The SEED exam will be administered in a remote-proctored mode. Also, the question papers for the exam will not be made available after the exam. However, some coaching institutes may release memory-based questions asked in the exam. The candidate may check out these questions. Note that the Sybmiosis Institute of Design may however release sample papers that the candidate can use to prepare for the exam. 

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Benefits of Solving SEED Question Papers

Advantages of solving SEED question paper are.

  1. Helps understand SEED pattern and difficulty level.

  2. Certain SEED topics are repeated each year. By solving SEED papers of previous years, students can know important topics

  3. Helps improve management skills.

  4. Helps analyse preparation level

Strategies to Attempt SEED Question Paper

Students must follow the strategy below to attempt SEED previous year question papers.

  • Sove atleast one SEED previous year question paper after completing SEED syllabus.
  • Focus on questions that are not attempted and revise those topics
  • Create a different exam-taking strategy for each question paper until perfect
  • Note SEED most repeated questions and solve them.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do I need to create an applicant account to download SEED sample papers?
A: 

The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) will release the sample papers for SEED on its admission portal. These sample papers will be released for the B.Des course offered at its various campuses. The candidate can also download sample papers for the exam from this page.

To download the sample papers, on the sample paper link that you want to download. There is no need to login to download the sample papers. The candidate also has the option to download sample papers released by coaching institutes.

Q:   When will the Symbiosis Institute of Design release the official syllabus for the SEED 2027 exam?
A: 

Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) will release on the website. You can download the syllabus online once it is out.

Q:   Are there any specific requirement for uploading portfolio for SEED PRPI?
A: 
  • Click good quality pictures of these and compile them in a Power Point Presentation of maximum 15 slides. Convert this into a PDF of up to 5 Mb.
  • Take pictures that are different from others. Do not copy others.
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FAQs on SEED Sample Papers

Check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to the SEED sample paper below.

Q:   What is the benefit of solving question papers to practice for SEED exam?
A: 

A key feature of sample papers is that they contain questions that are similar to the ones that are asked in the entrance exam. For instance, they are of almost the same difficulty level and cover the official syllabus. Consequently, solving SEED question papers will help the candidates understand the exam pattern and know the types of questions asked. It will also help them know question-wise weightage of topicsm, and learn the tricks to solve them. 

The candidate can download the official sample papers of SID at sid.edu.in.

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

SEED written exam will be 60 minutes. The question paper will include 60 questions. Question paper will have MCQ, Match the Columns, Fill in the blanks, image-based and comprehension-based questions.

SEED Entrance ExamDetails
ModeComputer based
Duration60 minutes
No. of Questions60
Question will be based on
  •  Creative Aptitude
  • Observations
  • Visualizations
  •  Subject-related Knowledge
  • Critical Thinking
Q:   Does Symbiosis Institute of Design conducts mock tests for entrance exams?
A: 

Yes, Symbiosis Institute of Design conducts mock test for SEED entrance exam. SEED Mock test will be conducted for B.Des programme for all the candidates who have filled SEED Application form.

Q:   Where can I download the official syllabus of SEED B.Des?
A: 

Candidates can download the syllabus of SEED from the official website of the Symbiosis Institute of Design.

  • Go to the homepage of SID,
  • click on Admission Process under Programmes.
  • The window that opens will contain information on the SEED syllabus.
  • The candidate can note down the syllabus.
Q:   How to upload portfolio for SEED PRPI?
A: 

To upload portfolio for SEED PRPI :

  • Click good quality pictures of these and compile them in a Power Point Presentation of maximum of 15 slides.
  • Convert this into a PDF of up to 5 Mb.
  • Take pictures that are different from others. Do not copy others.
Q:   Are there any coaching classes/ preparatory classes for SEED exam preparation?
A: 

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

Candidates can also download online study material after paying the charges.

Q:   Can I carry the SEED question paper with me after the exam?
A: 

SEED Exam is conducted online for B.Des and M.Des programme, so you cannot carry question paper after the exam. Candidates can download the previous year's question paper from the official website of the Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID).

Q:   How many sample papers do I need to solve to prepare for SEED ?
A: 

There is no fixed number that you need to solve to prepare for SEED exam. If you solve enough sample papers, it will help you improve your problem solving ability. Also, if you keep a timer, you can work on your time management skills when solving sample papers. You can start solving sample papers very early in your exam preparation. For instance, once you have completed a chapter, you can solve the relevant sample papers related to the chapter.

Q:   Will the Symbiosis Institute of Design release SEED question paper along with the answer key?
A: 

The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) will not release any answer keys for the SEED exam. Also, note that given the SEED exam will be administered in a remote-proctored mode, there will be no hard copy of the question paper. In the absence of the question paper and answer key, the candidate will have to bank on their memory to calculate probable scores.

Q:   Is the SEED question paper tough?
A: 

SEED question paper is of moderate difficulty level. It can be solved easily by candidates in given time duration. Candidates who are preparing for top design entrance exams like NIFT and NID DAT, can easily crack SEED exam.

Candidate will need around 6 months or so to prepare for the SEED exam. If the candidate has a good understanding of fundamentals, it will take even less time.

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