CEPT University Ahmedabad: Admission process, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, and Selection Process
Published by Shikha Kumari on Jan 27, 2025
CEPT University, formerly the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology in Ahmedabad, is one of the premier colleges for designing courses. This article will guide you through the CEPT admission process for 2025, including the entrance exams required for admission, eligibility criteria, and a detailed overview of the exam pattern. Additionally, we have provided information on the fee structure and scholarships available to help reduce the total cost of education.
CEPT Admission Process 2025
CEPT University offers programs like Urban Design and Bachelor’s in Design, with a total of 120 seats available. These programs have distinct eligibility criteria. While the exact dates for admissions and exams have not been officially released, they are expected to follow a tentative schedule. Students are encouraged to stay updated through official announcements for accurate timelines.
| Program | Total seats to be filled in by CEPT University (All India Category) |
| Bachelor’s in Urban Design (BUD) | 40 |
| Bachelor’s in Design (BDES) | 80 |
CEPT Entrance Exam 2025
For CEPT University’s Bachelors in Design program, candidates only need to have completed high school, and students from any stream including Humanities, Commerce, or Science are eligible to apply. However, for the Bachelors in Urban Design program, it is mandatory for candidates to have studied Science as a subject in their high school curriculum.
| Program Name | Degrees/Diploma Accepted |
| Bachelor’s in Design (Hons)Majors in Product Design and Communication Design | 10+2 in any streamAccepted Test Score: UCEED |
| Bachelor’s in Urban Design | 10+2 with ScienceAccepted Test Score: NATA |
CEPT Entrance Exam Eligibility
| Eligibility and Requirements for Bachelor’s in Design |
| Eligibility for All India Seats: |
| HSC (10+2): Minimum 50% aggregate marks in all subjects from any recognized board (Science, Commerce, Arts/Humanities). |
| Diploma (10+3): Minimum 50% aggregate marks in arts, applied arts, animation, design, architecture, or related fields from recognized institutions. |
| Others: |
| Result Awaiting Candidates: Must provide a certificate from the school/institute principal confirming appearance in the final examination.Verification Applicants: Those awaiting rechecking results may submit the rechecking certificate. |
| UCEED 2025: A valid NATA 2025 score is required for eligibility. |
| Eligibility Criteria for Urban Design |
| Eligibility for All India Seats: |
| HSC (10+2): Physics and Mathematics are mandatory, along with one subject from Chemistry, Biology, Technical Vocational, Computer Science, Engineering Graphics, or Business Studies. Minimum aggregate marks: 45%.Qualifying Exam Requirement: The candidate must pass all subjects in the qualifying examination from a single board of education. |
| Diploma (10+3): Diploma in any stream with Mathematics as a compulsory subject. Minimum aggregate marks: 45%.Recognized Institutions for Diploma: Diploma must be from the Technical Examination Board, Gujarat State, or any university/institution recognized under UGC or equivalent central/state regulations. |
| Others: |
| International Candidates: Candidates with qualifications from schools outside India must meet the Council of Architecture’s eligibility criteria and equivalency standards defined by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). |
| NATA 2024: A valid NATA 2024 score is required for eligibility. |
How to prepare for Exam Pattern
UCEED 2025
The UCEED exam pattern for 2025 remains consistent with previous years. It consists of two parts: Part A (computer-based test) and Part B (drawing-based test).
| Part | Mode | Duration | Questions | Type of Questions | Total Marks |
| Part A | Online (Computer-based) | 2 hours | 57 questions | MCQs, MSQs, NATs | 200 |
| Part B | Offline (Pen and Paper) | 1 hour | 2 questions (Drawing and Design Aptitude) | Sketching, Visualization | 100 |
The UCEED 2025 marking scheme is designed to assess candidates on their creativity and design aptitude. Candidates will be awarded marks for each correct answer, while negative marking will apply for incorrect answers in certain sections.
| UCEED Exam Parts | Part A | Part B | Total | |||
| Sections | NAT | MSQ | MCQ | Sketching | Design Aptitude | |
| No. of Questions | 14 | 15 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 59 |
| Marks for every right answer | 4 | Partial marking | 3 | – | – | |
| Marks for every wrong answer | 0 | -1 | -0.71 | – | – | |
| Total Marks | 72 | 72 | 96 | 50 | 50 | 300 |
In 2025, the UCEED marking scheme has some revisions. The marking for Part B (drawing) now includes evaluation based on both creativity and technical accuracy.
| Changes Made | Part A | Part B | |||
| NAT | MSQ | MCQ | |||
| No. of Questions | 2024 | 18 | 18 | 32 | 1 |
| 2025 | 14 | 15 | 28 | 2 | |
| Marks | 2024 | 72 | 72 | 96 | 60 |
| 2025 | 56 | 60 | 84 | 100 | |
NATA 2025
The NATA consists of 48 questions, with three questions in Part A and 45 questions in Part B. Part A focuses on the designing aspect, while Part B consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
| Details | Number of Questions |
| Total Number of Questions | 48 Questions |
| Part A – Drawing and Composition Test | |
| A1 – Composition and Colour | 1 Question |
| A2 – Sketching and Composition (Black and White) | 1 Question |
| A3 – 3D Composition | 1 Question |
| Part B – MCQs | |
| B1 | 30 Questions |
| B2 | 15 Questions |
CEPT University Fees Structure
Bachelor’s in Urban Design and Bachelor’s in Design are primarily four-year courses with a total program fee of ₹22,75,000 each. These fees remain proposed and may vary in the upcoming years.
| Program | Semester Fee (Rs) | Annual Fee (Rs) | Total Program Fee (Rs) |
| Bachelor’s in Urban Design | Rs 2,27,500 | Rs 4,55,000 | Rs 22,75,000 |
| Bachelor’s in Design | Rs 2,27,500 | Rs 4,55,000 | Rs 22,75,000 |
CEPT University Scholarships
CEPT also offers three types of scholarships based on merit, financial need, and a combination of both (merit-cum-financial). To be eligible for these scholarships, candidates must apply through the official website.
| Scholarship Name | Details |
| Student Financial Aid | Financial assistance provided to eligible students based on need and merit. |
| CEPT – ARRA Scholarship | 100% merit-based scholarship for Faculty of Architecture students. |
| Erach & Meheroo Mehta Memorial-FFE Scholarship | Awarded based on academic performance and financial need. |
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