CEPT University to accept UCEED 2027, NID DAT 2027 scores for BDes Hons admission; check details

CEPT University to accept UCEED 2027, NID DAT 2027 scores for BDes Hons admission CEPT University has announced changes to its admission process for the five-year Bachelor of Design (BDes Hons) programme for the 2027 academic session.

The university will now accept scores from the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) 2027 and the National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test (NID DAT) 2027 for admission to the programme.Candidates who have a valid score in either of these two national-level entrance examinations will not have to appear for the separate CEPT entrance test.The revised admission criteria will apply to the 2027 admission cycle.

The decision gives design aspirants two national-level examination options to seek admission to the university's BDes Hons programme.The programme offers majors in product design, communication design and multidisciplinary design.CEPT University admissions 2027: No portfolio required CEPT University has also clarified that candidates will not have to submit a design portfolio during the preliminary entrance evaluation stage.However, candidates planning to apply through NID DAT 2027 must first register for the examination by November 30, 2026.After completing the registration, candidates will have to appear for the national-level examination through the official NID or Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) portals within the prescribed deadlines.

Once the national examination registration process closes, CEPT University will open its own application portal at a later stage of the admission cycle.Candidates will then have to fill out the university's application form and submit their examination roll number or scores.Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines CEPT University BDes Hons curriculum The five-year BDes Hons programme at CEPT University focuses on practical learning and studio-based training.Students will get opportunities to work in advanced digital fabrication laboratories, where they can experiment with different materials and technologies.The curriculum includes practical training in 3D printing using materials ranging from clay to plastic.

Students will also learn laser cutting and work with different fabrication techniques.The university also provides facilities for traditional material training, including laboratories for wood, metal and ceramic work.

It has dedicated printing studios as well.The programme aims to give students practical experience in different areas of design through hands-on learning.