Design Entrance Exam

SEED syllabus will include questions from 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. The candidate may solve previous years' question papers to get an idea regarding the types of questions asked and difficulty level. 

Questions will be asked in SEED MCQ, Match the Columns, Fill in the blanks, image-based and comprehension based. The duration of the SEED exam will be 60 minutes, while there will be 60 questions.

No, you cannot pursue a foundation programme at the National Institute of Fashion Technology as part of your Master's degree. The NIFT Foundation Programme is designed to provide a strong base in design fundamentals, technical skills, and design thinking for students who might not have a formal design background. Master's programs at NIFT typically require a Bachelor's degree in a design-related field or a relevant discipline. They presume students already possess a foundational understanding of design principles and skills.

Candidates have to upload a digital portfolio as part of the admission process at SID. Digital portfolio must show the best works, skills, passion and interest of candidate.

SEED portfolio may contain

• Sketches, mixed media illustrations and digital work
• Collaging of images, 2D and 3D articles
• Photography
• 3D objects like sculpture, fabric products, gadgets, art inspired products etc.

SEED 2026 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.

There will be also 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.

The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) has launched a Master of Design (M. Des) in the field of User Experience Design. The duration of the programme is two years, which carries 80 credits, and the degree is awarded by the Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune.

SEED Fee Structure for M.Des program

The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) offers four major disciplines at SID in the following areas.

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

• Studio Test & Portfolio Review

• Personal Interaction

The registration process for the M.Des prorgram will open tentatively in the 3rd week of January 2025. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria may apply.

It is recommended that interested candidates carefully go through the M.Des Information Brochure.

The B.Des programme has an intake capacity of 180 seats (Indian nationals only). In addition, there are 27 seats reserved for international students. The candidate may note that the seat intake is however subject to approval from SIU. There is also reservation of seats for SC, ST, and Differently Abled candidates.

The B.Des programme is available in four specialisations - Communication Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, and Fashion Communication.

Important topics for SEED entrance test

•  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.