The official notification and application form for NID DAT 2026 are expected this week. Get ready for the new admission cycle and check out key dates for UCEED, CEED, and SEED.

The countdown to the new academic year has officially begun for design aspirants. After the conclusion of the 2025 admission cycle, the spotlight is now on the upcoming entrance exams for the 2026 session. The biggest news for all aspiring designers is the impending release of the NID DAT 2026 application form. According to official sources, the notification is expected to be out in the first week of September.

This marks a crucial period for students to get their preparation materials and documents in order as they embark on the journey toward a career in design.

Key Exam Dates You Need to Know

While the NID DAT notification is the most anticipated update, other major design institutes have already announced their schedules for the next year.

UCEED & CEED 2026

The official notification for the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) and the Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) has a confirmed release date of October 1, 2025. This is a major update for students targeting top-tier design institutions. The exams are officially scheduled to be held on January 18, 2026.

Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID)

The application window for the Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED) 2026 is already open. Aspirants can fill out their online forms, but they must remember that the deadline is November 30, 2025. The SEED exam will be conducted on January 11, 2026.

Important Note on CEPT University Admissions

For those aiming for a seat at the prestigious CEPT University in Ahmedabad, it's vital to note that admissions to its Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program are exclusively based on a valid UCEED score. The university does not consider scores from any other national-level exams like JEE or NATA for its design courses. This is a crucial piece of information for aspirants who may have been considering a variety of exams.

Students are advised to stay updated and begin their preparations for these competitive entrance exams. For regular updates and expert insights, follow Only Education News.

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