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CEED UCEED Online Live Coaching with AFA is a preparation experience complete with online expert guidance, interactive online sessions, online study materials and video tutorials, online mock test and review and feedback sessions. So, when it is the Academy of Fashion and Art, you do not think anymore. Because, when you enroll with AFA we take care of everything, you just concentrate on your studies and CEED UCEED Preparation.

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Online UCEED Preparation with AFA will equip you with all the essentials that will help you crack the UCEED Entrance Exam. We offer extensive CEED Online Coaching along with study materials to help you gain knowledge and mock test papers to build up your confidence. Therefore, our CEED UCEED Online Live Coaching offers a great learning experience.


About CEED Examination

The Common Entrance Examination for Design or CEED is a joint entrance exam for post-graduate studies in the field of technological design held annually jointly at IIT’s and IISc. The Examination if conducted by the Industrial Design Center, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay.

The CEED provides entry to the Master of Design Program or the M.Des or M.Design.

CEED Syllabus

The CEED Entrance Exam consists of two parts.

The CEED Syllabus for Part-A will comprise:

  • Visual and Spatial Ability
  • Observation and Design Sensitivity
  • Environmental and Social Awareness
  • Analytical and Logical Reasoning
  • Language and Creativity
  • Design Thinking and Problem Solving

The CEED Exam Part-B comprises of:

  • Drawing
  • Creativity
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem Identification Skills

About UCEED Entrance Exam

The UCEED or the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design is conducted by IIT Bombay under the guidance of the UCEED-CEED Implementation Committee every year to offer admission to eligible candidates in the B.Des or Bachelor of Design programs offered at colleges accepting UCEED scores.

UCEED Syllabus

The UCEED Entrance Exam will consist of two parts.

The UCEED Syllabus for Part-A will comprise:

  • Visual and Spatial Ability
  • Observation and Design Sensitivity
  • Environmental and Social Awareness
  • Analytical and Logical Reasoning
  • Language and Creativity
  • Design Thinking and Problem Solving

The UCEED Exam Part-B comprises of:

Drawing – Ability to draw products/objects, people or scenes in proportion with good line quality, composition, proportion, perspective, and shading.

Firstly, it is very important for you to remember that just appearing for the UCEED-CEED and securing a position in the rank list will not ensure admission in the UCEED/CEED B.Des or M.Des program. The Candidiates have to apply to the respective institutes for admission and fulfill their requirement such as Test and GD/PI etc and have to go through the merit-based selection process.

Therefore, it is very important that you are well-prepared for the UCEED/CEED Entrance Exam.

How to Prepare for UCEED?

As we know that the UCEED is a national level exam for admissions in the B.Des course into various IIT’s like IIT Bombay, IIT Guwahati, IIT Hyderabad etc, hence it is very tough. At AFA, Our CEED UCEED Online Live Coaching will help you with all the essential elements to succeed in the entrance exam. Therefore, it is very important for the candidates to learn the tips and make strategic preparation planning.

Let us see some tips for the UCEED Preparation:

  1. Studying the UCEED Previous Year’s Question Paper is very important
  2. Making a strategy for UCEED Syllabus approach
  3. Get hold of quality study materials offering you the best knowledge
  4. Focus on problem-solving technique for UCEED
  5. Brush up your design skills
  6. Look around everything with an eye of an observer
  7. Trigger imagination and logical thinking abilities with a focus on functionality as well
  8. Enroll yourself with the best UCEED Preparation Coaching Institute for professional guidance.

How to prepare for CEED?

CEED Preparation should be a very comprehensive process. One must be focused and follow simple guidelines. Our CEED UCEED Online Live Coaching will surely enhance your chances to get through the exam. Here, we provide useful tips which will help you crack the CEED Entrance.

  1. Plan out a timetable which you have to follow strictly. As every moment is valuable, therefore, there must be a definite plan to which you must adhere for optimum results.
  2. Be aware of the whole CEED Syllabus and the CEED Exam Pattern. Your plan of action will only be effective when you have a clear knowledge of what you have to prepare, and the things which you need to work on.
  3. Above all, solving CEED Previous Year’s Questions and CEED Sample Papers is a must in your CEED Preparation. These will not only make you aware of what typ1e of questions you may face in the actual exam, but they will help you practice also. And while you are at it, it will also help you with time management and building up confidence for the original exam scenario.
  4. Moreover, Study and observe the work of your favorite designer or creator. Take note of the key details to help visualization and creative enhancement.
  5. Selection of study materials is also very important as in this case quality comes above quantity. Here, a professional CEED Coaching Institute like the Academy of Fashion and Art might be helpful as we offer you up-to-date and comprehensively compiled study material. So that, you do not have to go about hunting for relevant resources for preparation.
  6. Staying abreast with the latest happenings around you is a good idea. Especially, in your related field. Therefore, you must read newspapers, magazines, blogs, and online articles, etc.
  7. Another advantage of enrolling with a CEED Preparation Coaching Institute is that you will get a chance to appear for the Mock Test. Mock Tests are very important because they will help you to practice as well as build up your confidence while reinforcing your learning.
  8. Plan your timetable such that you keep at least a week in hand for just preparation. Completing the syllabus a week before the exams is a must, thereby leaving you time for revision.

Features of the Course

  • Live Classes from the Faculties
    • Sessions conducted in friendly and inclusive environment for better two way communication between Student & faculty
    • Faculties will teach LIVE for the preparation of NIFT | NID | CEED | UCEED where students can interact and communicate with them
    • All Problems and Solutions will be discussed by the Faculties
    • Imparting the awareness regarding the DO’s & DON’Ts for the Test
  • Recorded Video Links
    • Complete set of Recorded videos to see all the utmost important and relevant ways to prepare for Situation Test
    • Best and Most Complicated Problems of Situation Test – Solution by the faculties in Time
    • Examples of Models from previous year examination
  • "Most comprehensive course designed and delivered by IIT,NID, NIFT and other top art and Design institutes Alumni with special emphasis on Creative Ability Test
  • Well designed course content covering all subjects in depth
  • Class tests in each session and assignments for practice
  • Weekly test series of Institute specific Mock Tests
  • Regular feedback given on your performance
  • Home assignments reinforce the concepts and learning.
  • Difficulties are discussed in class so that the student becomes absolutely clear.
  • Career guidance along with entrance exam preparation
  • Course comprises of last years paper and sample questions related to CEED / UCEED
  • 24/7 online support via email so you can Share your doubts and problems.

Following Online Tests & Study Materials will be provided in this Crash Course

Six Online Mock Tests as actual pattern of UCEED will be included in this Crash Course. You May try Free One Mock Test Now.

13 books Set for preparation of CEED + UCEED

  • 5 Books on Creative Aptitude Test
  • 6 Books on General Aptitude Test, English, Logical Reasoning
  • 1 Book on Art Awareness.
  • 1 Book on Previous Years Question Bank of NID-PG COURSES with suggested answers.
    • Sectional Assignments on Creative Aptitude Test
    • Lateral Thinking
    • 6 Mock Test Papers for NID with suggested answers.
    • CEED PREVIOUS YEARS PAPERS

1. BOOK-1-Introduction to Basic Drawing Fundamentals

  • Basics of Drawing -Lines and Shapes
  • Gradation Chart
  • Color Theory, Color Schemes and color Compositions
  • Still Life Drawings, Eye Levels and Symmetrical Drawing Concepts,Object drawings from day today life.
  • Perspective- Types and Usage

2. BOOK-2-Anatomy Drawing and Compositions :

  • Human Body Knowledge
  • Anatomy, Proportions and Divisions
  • Basic and advanced Human Drawings
  • Hands and Feets Study
  • Human Features
  • Animal and Bird Study
  • Practice Exercises

3. BOOK-3-Creative and Exploratory :

  • Color Rendering and Design
  • Inspirational Design
  • Means of Advertisement-Visual Communication
  • Grid Collages
  • Metamorphosis
  • Study of Objects and Lateral Thinking

4. BOOK-4-Imagination and Expression :

  • Compositions
  • Story Illustrations
  • Pictograms and Signage
  • Geometrical and Design Exercise

5. BOOK-5-(EXERCISE BOOK) Interactive and Emotive :

  • Practice exercises on the topic mentioned in the Creative books to develop
  • compositional sense
  • placement of different figures proportionally.
  • Sense of proportion.
  • Drawing of human figures of different postures, action and age groups.
  • Sense of solutions which is required in terms of solutions of different design entrance exam.

What is CEED?
Eligibility Criteria
About the Course and Colleges
Syllabus and Examination Pattern with Marking Scheme of the Examination

VISUALIZATION and SPATIAL AWARENESS - ORTHOGRAPHIC PROJECTIONS
  • Plan and Elevation
  • Identifying 3D forms through Plans and Elevation
  • SPATIAL AWARENESS - Surface Counting
  • Counting visible surfaces, 3D Words, Objects
  • Counting 2d geometric shapes and lines
  • Counting Vertical/horizontal/oblique surfaces
  • Counting Complex forms –+3 Surface counting exercise
  • Platonic shapes surfaces* - Names and drawing
VISUALIZATION ABILITY - Mirror Images
  • Words and numbers Mirror images
  • Images Mirror reflections, Shapes, Motifs
  • Miscellaneous
  • Water Images
  • Words and Numbers Water reflections
  • Images Water reflections, Shapes, Motifs
  • Miscellaneous
  • PAPER FOLDING
  • Materials and Texture
  • Construction materials
  • Production Materials (ppt)*
  • Decoration Materials – Flooring, cladding, paints, plasters etc.
  • Unconventional materials
  • Optical Illusion
OBSERVATION AND DESIGN SENSITIVITY
  • LOGOS and Punchlines
  • Type of Logos
  • Designs of Logos
  • Chronology
  • Hidden meanings in logos
  • Punchlines
  • Perspective
  • Theory of Perspective – Perspective we see every day or in photographs
  • Linear perspective drawing 1pt, 2pt, 3pt, multipoint
  • Perspective photographs
  • Colour Theory and Line Theory
  • Colour Theories and Line theory
  • Elements of Design
  • Principles of Design
  • Colour Psychology and Significance
  • Photography
  • Evolution of camera
  • Type of cameras
  • camera and Its functioning
  • Technologies and terms
  • Accessories
  • Photography Glossary
  • Typography
  • Element and Principles of Design
  • Lines, Shape, Form, Colour, Pattern, Texture.
  • Art and Architecture
  • History of Indian Art
  • Overview of World Art Movements
  • Social and Cultural Connection with Design
  • Environmentally Sustainable Designs
  • Indian Cultural Background & Famous Structures
  • Musical instruments
  • Musical Maestros
  • Dance forms
  • Crafts and Dresses
  • (i) Architecture Awareness
    • India and World Architectural wonders
    • Ancient Indian art and architecture
  • (ii)Tallest buildings and Famous Structures
  • (iii)Environmental Awareness
  • Climate - climatic diversity in India, coastal regions, deserts, mangroves, plateaus, hilly terrain Demography
  • Infrastructure – Roads, Stadiums, Institutions
Language and Creativity
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Sentence Structure
  • Uses of Tenses
  • Active and Passive Voice
  • Articles
  • Vocabulary Skills
Logical and Analytical Reasoning
  • Directions
  • Distances
  • Statement and Conclusions
  • Statement and Assumptions
  • Critical reasoning

Mathematics

EXERCISE BOOKS

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Well designed course content by NID / NIFT Alumni covering all subjects in depth

Home assignments reinforce the concepts and learning.

  • Guidelines for solving the questions focussing the basics of sketching and its usage.
  • Solved Question Bank with suggested answers.
  • Starting from Scratch to Detailing which builds the confidence of students with a problem solving approach.
  • Focusing on overall practical knowledge.
  • Preparation based and focussing on the Syllabus.
  • Develops over all creative skills of a design aspirant which not only helps him cracking the entrance but also makes him ready to face the challenges after entering a design college.
  • Mock & Full Length Tests with analysis which Periodically benchmark your performance and discover flaws in preparation.
  • 24/7 online support via email so you can Share your doubts and problems.

Frequently Asked Questions on UCEED


UCEED Entrance exam and UCEED Preparation being a highly competitive, there are many questions that the aspirants are looking for. Therefore, here we will provide answers to frequently asked questions:

Q1. Is Mathematics compulsory for UCEED Entrance?

Answer: Candidates from any discipline can apply for the UCEED Exam. However, students who complete their qualifying exam from any of the following discipline – Science stream without maths or physics or chemistry, commerce and arts and Humanities are eligible to apply for the admission in IIT Bombay, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Guwahati and IIITDM Jabalpur.

Q2. What is the qualifying exam of UCEED 2022?

Answer: According to the UCEED eligibility criteria, students must pass the 10+2 board exam or its equivalent. Students who will appear in the 10+2 exam in 2022 can also apply for the UCEED. Candidates from all the disciplines – Science, Commerce, and Arts & Humanities are eligible to apply for the undergraduate admission in design programs.

Q3. How many times can I appear for the UCEED Exam?

Answer: Candidates can appear for the UCEED for of two times, and that too for in consecutive years. The UCEED Score is valid for one year only.

Q4. What is the format of the UCEED Question Paper?

Answer: The UCEED is a 3 hours duration test of 300 marks. For Instance, the paper usually comprises of 68 objective type questions that are spread across 3 sections – Section A (NAT – Numeric Answer type), Section B (MSQ – Multiple Selection Questions), and Section C (MCQ – Multiple Choice Questions). Part B of the UCEED Exam will contain one sketching related question.

Q5. Is there any subjective question on drawing in the UCEED Question paper?

Answer: Yes the UCEED Question Paper contains one subjective question to test the drawing skills of candidates.

Q6. I appeared for UCEED 2021 but did not qualify. Can I appear for the UCEED 2022?

Answer: Yes, you can, provided you meet the age and year of passing qualification certificate criteria as mentioned in the guidelines brochure. However, do remember that a candidate can attempt UCEED for maximum of twice and that too in consecutive years. And the UCEED Score is valid only for admissions in the corresponding year.

Q7. I made a mistake while filling up the registration form. What should I do?

Answer: Firstly, always be very careful while filling out the registration form, this is very important. However, if you have made any mistake, send an email to the official mail ID – uceed@iitb.ac.in with the details of your registration number, candidate name and contact number. And describe the nature of mistake clearly in your mail. They will surely rectify the error or advice you on what to do next.

Q8. Should I enroll with a UCEED Online Coaching Institute?

Answer: Considering the competitiveness of the UCEED Entrance Exam, firstly, we would ask you to go through one of the UCEED Previous Year’s Question Paper. And, after that, it will be easier to judge for yourself whether or not you should join a professional coaching. But, we would recommend you to get professional support so that you will not have to go hunting for quality and comprehensive study material, mock test papers, sample test papers, previous year’s question bank and expert review and feedback on your test performance so that you can work on your skill development.

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