SEED 2026 Aspirants Get Relief as SID Extends Registration Deadline to December 28
Great news for design aspirants! The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) has officially extended the SEED 2026 application deadline for its B.Des programme to December 28, 2025. This critical extension gives candidates a final chance to complete their online registration for the Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED 2026). Learn about the revised key dates, the two-stage selection process, and the specific B.Des specialisations offered at SID. Don't miss this last opportunity to kickstart your creative career—ensure your application is submitted before the new cutoff date. Visit the official SID website for complete details and registration steps.

The Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID), a premier design institute under Symbiosis International (Deemed University), has announced a significant extension for the SEED 2026 (Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design) application process. Aspiring designers seeking admission to the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program now have a final window of opportunity. The deadline for online registration and fee payment has been officially moved to December 28, 2025. This welcome relief is crucial for candidates who may have encountered last-minute hurdles or were delaying their application. The extension from the original November 30, 2025, deadline offers an additional few weeks to ensure a flawless application submission.
New SEED 2026 Schedule and Key Dates
This date extension naturally shifts the entire pre-exam timeline. Aspirants must carefully note the revised schedule to avoid missing any subsequent deadlines. The SEED 2026 examination remains scheduled for January 11, 2026, to be conducted in an online proctored mode.
Activity | Original Date (Approx.) | New/Confirmed Date (B.Des) |
Online Registration & Payment Closes | November 30, 2025 | December 28, 2025 |
Admit Card Release | January 5, 2026 | January 5, 2026 |
Mandatory Mock Test | January 7, 2026 | January 7, 2026 |
SEED 2026 Entrance Exam | January 11, 2026 | January 11, 2026 |
SEED Result Declaration | January 19, 2026 | January 19, 2026 |
Eligibility and Application Essentials
The eligibility criteria for SEED 2026 remain unchanged, focusing on academic qualifications and minimum aggregate marks. Understanding these prerequisites is vital before proceeding with the application.
- Academic Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination (any stream: Science, Commerce, Arts) or an equivalent 10+3 diploma approved by the State Board of Technical Education.
- Minimum Marks: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates) is required in the qualifying examination.
- Application Fee: The non-refundable application fee for SEED 2026 is $\text{₹}3,250$ (covering both the SEED exam and SID program registration).
The Two-Stage Selection Process
Admission to the B.Des program at SID is based on a rigorous two-stage selection process designed to evaluate a candidate's overall aptitude and creative potential.
- Stage 1: Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED)
- A mandatory, 60-minute, online proctored test with 60 objective questions.
- Evaluates general design awareness, visual sensitivity, creative thinking, and observational abilities.
- Crucially, there is no negative marking, encouraging candidates to attempt all questions.
- Stage 2: Portfolio Review & Personal Interaction (PRPI)
- Candidates shortlisted based on SEED scores are called for this round.
- This stage carries significant weightage and includes a Portfolio Review of the candidate's design work/projects and a Personal Interaction (interview) to assess communication skills, subject knowledge, and career motivation.
In conclusion, the extension of the SEED 2026 registration deadline is a valuable second chance for all design aspirants. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and submit your application on the official portal, sid.edu.in, well before the final deadline. Monitor the official SID portal actively for updates on the PRPI process and merit list declarations to secure your B.Des seat.
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