The Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay). It is used for admission to Master of Design (M.Des.) and selected Ph.D. programmes at participating institutes.

According to the official CEED 2027 information brochure, 11 institutions are listed for CEED 2027 programme admissions. These include the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), several Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and two Indian Institutes of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing (IIITDMs).

Candidates should note that qualifying CEED does not guarantee admission. Each institution sets its own application deadlines, eligibility requirements and selection procedures, which may include additional tests, interviews or other assessments.

CEED 2027 Participating Colleges: Overview

These are the institutions listed in the official CEED 2027 information brochure. Candidates should verify the exact programme and current admission requirements on the institution's official website before applying.

1. Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

IISc offers design-related postgraduate and research programmes through its Department of Design and Manufacturing. The CEED 2027 brochure lists the following programmes:

• M.Des. in Product Design, Development and Management.

• Ph.D. in Design.

The department's focus connects design with technology, product development and interdisciplinary research.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Official website: https://www.iisc.ac.in/

Department website: https://dm.iisc.ac.in/dm/

2. IIT Bombay — IDC School of Design

IDC School of Design at IIT Bombay offers postgraduate design programmes across multiple areas. The CEED 2027 brochure lists:

• M.Des. in Animation Design.

• M.Des. in Communication Design.

• M.Des. in Industrial Design.

• M.Des. in Interaction Design.

• M.Des. in Mobility and Vehicle Design.

• M.Des. by Research.

• Ph.D. in Design.

The institute offers opportunities for advanced study in design practice, creative research, visual communication, interaction and product-oriented design.

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Department website: https://www.idc.iitb.ac.in/

3. IIT Delhi — Department of Design

The Department of Design at IIT Delhi is listed for the following postgraduate and research programmes:

• M.Des. in Industrial Design.

• Ph.D. in Design.

The design programme connects design methods, interdisciplinary thinking and practical problem-solving.

Location: New Delhi, Delhi

Department website: https://design.iitd.ac.in/

4. IIT Gandhinagar — Department of Design

IIT Gandhinagar lists the following programme in the CEED 2027 brochure:

• M.Des. in Integrated Design and Technology.

The programme combines design and technology, with an interdisciplinary approach to developing solutions for contemporary problems.

Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Department website: https://design.iitgn.ac.in/

5. IIT Guwahati — Department of Design

The CEED 2027 brochure lists the following programmes at IIT Guwahati:

• M.Des. in Design.

• Ph.D. in Design.

Students can explore postgraduate design education and research through the Department of Design.

Location: Guwahati, Assam

Department website: https://www.iitg.ac.in/design/

6. IIT Hyderabad — Department of Design

IIT Hyderabad lists the following M.Des. programme areas and research option in the CEED 2027 brochure:

• M.Des. in Visual Design.

• M.Des. in Product Design.

• M.Des. in Interaction Design.

• M.Des. in Photography, Film and Animation.

• Ph.D. in Design.

The department combines design practice, visual communication and interdisciplinary study.

Location: Kandi, Sangareddy, Telangana

Department website: https://design.iith.ac.in/

7. IIT Jodhpur — School of Design

The CEED 2027 brochure lists the following programmes at IIT Jodhpur:

• M.Des. in XR Design.

• M.Des. in Smart Product Design.

• Ph.D. in Design.

These programme areas combine design with emerging technologies, products and research.

Location: Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Institute website: https://www.iitj.ac.in/

School of Design: https://iitj.ac.in/school-of-design

8. IIT Kanpur — Department of Design

IIT Kanpur lists the following programmes under its Design Programme:

• Master of Design (M.Des.).

• Ph.D.

Candidates interested in advanced design education or research should check the department's official admission notification for the specific programme, eligibility conditions and selection procedure.

Location: Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

Programme website: https://www.iitk.ac.in/design

9. IIT Roorkee — Department of Design

The CEED 2027 brochure lists the following programmes at IIT Roorkee:

• M.Des. in Industrial Design.

• Ph.D. in Design.

The department offers postgraduate design education and research opportunities through its design programmes.

Location: Roorkee, Uttarakhand

Department website: https://design.iitr.ac.in/

10. IIITDM Jabalpur — Design Discipline

The Design Discipline at IIITDM Jabalpur is listed for the following programme:

• M.Des. in Design.

Candidates should consult the programme website for the current curriculum, academic requirements and admission procedure.

Location: Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

Programme website: https://design.iiitdmj.ac.in/

11. IIITDM Kancheepuram — School of Interdisciplinary Design and Innovation

The CEED 2027 brochure lists the following programmes at IIITDM Kancheepuram:

• M.Des. in Integrated Product Design.

• Ph.D. in Product Design.

The institute's interdisciplinary approach brings design together with product development, engineering and manufacturing.

Location: Chennai region, Tamil Nadu

Programme website: http://www.sidi.iiitdm.ac.in/

Are Other Colleges Accepting CEED 2027 Scores?

Some universities and private design schools have used CEED scores through separate score-sharing arrangements in earlier admission cycles. However, these arrangements are not identical to the 11 institutions listed for CEED 2027 programme information.

The official CEED 2027 website separately labels its list of CEED 2026 result-sharing institutes. Candidates should not assume that those institutions will accept CEED 2027 scores unless the institution publishes a relevant admission notice.

The CEED 2027 brochure also makes it clear that students must apply separately to the respective institutions and meet their individual admission requirements.

Official participating institute list: https://www.ceed.iitb.ac.in/2027/

How to Choose a CEED-Accepting College

Before applying, candidates should compare institutions based on their preferred design specialisation, academic curriculum, research opportunities, fees, location and career objectives.

They should also verify whether the programme they are interested in accepts CEED for the current admission cycle. Some institutions may require an additional test, interview, portfolio or other selection component.

A valid CEED score is an important part of the application, but candidates should not assume that it alone ensures admission.

Frequently Asked Questions About CEED Accepting Colleges

1. How many institutes are listed for CEED 2027 programme admissions?

The official CEED 2027 brochure lists 11 institutions, including IISc, eight IITs and two IIITDMs.

2. Which IITs accept CEED 2027 scores?

The participating IITs listed in the CEED 2027 brochure are IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Gandhinagar, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Jodhpur, IIT Kanpur and IIT Roorkee.

3. Does CEED provide a common admission process for all colleges?

No. CEED is the entrance examination. Candidates must apply separately to their preferred institutes and follow each programme's admission procedure.

4. Can I pursue a Ph.D. through CEED?

The CEED 2027 brochure lists selected Ph.D. programmes at participating institutes. Candidates must check the research programme's eligibility criteria and selection process individually.

5. Does qualifying CEED guarantee admission?

No. Admission depends on the institution's eligibility conditions, selection criteria, interviews or other assessments and available seats.

6. Where can I find the official CEED 2027 college list?

The official list is available on the CEED 2027 website at https://www.ceed.iitb.ac.in/2027/.

Design Admission Guidance from Eduspray India

Selecting a postgraduate design institute requires more than checking whether it accepts CEED. Students should compare programme specialisations, academic requirements, research opportunities and institute-specific selection procedures.

Eduspray India provides education counselling and admission guidance to help students explore M.Des. programmes, compare participating institutes and organise their application timelines.

For personalised guidance on selecting a suitable postgraduate design programme, contactEduspray India.