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All India Entrance Examination for Design

AIEED is a national-level entrance exam for design aspirants, admitting students to undergraduate and postgraduate design programs based on their performance in the test.

Stream: Design Level: UG Mode: Online (Remote Proctored) 8 sections with data

Overview

AIEED 2026 Highlights

The All India Entrance Examination for Design (AIEED) is conducted by the Arch College of Design and Business. It is a national-level exam for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) design programs.

Feature Details
Exam Name All India Entrance Examination for Design (AIEED)
Conducting Body ARCH College of Design and Business
Exam Level National
Courses Offered Undergraduate and Postgraduate Design Programs
Application Mode Online
Exam Mode Online (Remote Proctored)
Phases The General Aptitude Test (GAT), Creative Aptitude Test (CAT), and Portfolio & PI
Official Website www.aieed.com

AIEED 2026 Important Dates

AIEED 2026 registration opened on November 01, 2025. The application window will close on January 10, 2026.

Event Dates
Application Open November 1, 2025
Interaction & Counselling (Online) Nov – Dec 2025
Situation Test and Group Discussion (On Campus) April 6 to 18, 2026
Batch Commencement 15th June 2026

AIEED 2026 Application Process

Eligible students can apply on the official website aieed.com. The application process is entirely online.

To register, enter your full name, email, mobile number, city, course level, course, and qualifications. After registration, log in with your email or control number and password to fill out the AIEED application form.

AIEED 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have completed 10+2 for UG courses. For PG courses, candidates must have completed graduation from any recognized board or university.

AIEED 2026 Exam Pattern

Students can score a maximum of 500 marks in AIEED 2026. The exam is divided into three main components.

  • General Ability Test (GAT) covers 100 marks.
  • Creative Ability Test (CAT) covers 200 marks.
  • Portfolio and PI covers the remaining 200 marks.

The Situation Test and Group Discussion will be conducted on campus from April 6 to 18, 2026.

AIEED 2026 Syllabus

There is no official syllabus released for AIEED 2026. However, students can expect questions from specific topics.

  • Design sensibility
  • Logical reasoning
  • Design-related awareness
  • Written & visual articulation skills
  • Design thinking
  • Focus & clarity
  • General articulation skills
  • Depth of thinking
  • Range of work in portfolio

Classes will start from 15th June 2026.

AIEED 2026 Application Process

The AIEED 2026 application process has started on 1st November, 2025 on the official website. Eligible students must fill out the application form to appear in the examination.

How to Apply for AIEED 2026?

  • Log on to the official website of AIEED and register using valid contact details including email and phone number.
  • After registration, the AIEED registration number and password will be sent to the candidate's email address.
  • Login using the registration number and password, then fill out the AIEED application form with personal details, address, gender, qualification details, test center preferences, course, and other required information.
  • Upload all the required documents and pay the application fee as prescribed by the concerned authority.
  • After the AIEED 2026 application fee payment, review and submit the application form.

AIEED 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Students must fulfill the required AIEED 2026 eligibility criteria before applying. The eligibility criteria are different for UG and PG courses.

AIEED 2026 Eligibility Criteria for UG Courses

  • Students must have completed class 12th or equivalent from any recognized board (CBSE/ICSE/IB/State Board/NIOS) as per UGC guidelines to be eligible for AIEED 2026.
  • Students in class 10+1 can also appear for AIEED 2026. Such students will be eligible for direct admission in the 2026 academic year provided they clear the PoA and Interaction stage.

AIEED 2026 Eligibility Criteria for PG Courses

  • Students who have completed graduation in any field from any recognized university are eligible for AIEED PG admissions.
  • Aspirants who are pursuing their graduation are also eligible for AIEED 2026 PG admission.

AIEED 2026 Documents Required

Candidates must keep the below-mentioned documents ready while applying for AIEED 2026.

  • Scanned passport-sized photograph.
  • Scanned signature.
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (UG courses).
  • Graduation certificates (PG courses).
  • ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving License).

AIEED 2026 Exam Centers

The table below lists the AIEED 2026 exam centers along with their corresponding states.

City State
Jaipur Rajasthan
Delhi Delhi
Mumbai Maharashtra
Bengaluru Karnataka
Kolkata West Bengal

AIEED 2026 Exam Pattern

Students can score a maximum of 500 marks in the AIEED 2026 examination. The paper pattern is different for the Creative Ability Test, General Ability Test, and Portfolio & PI.

AIEED Exam Pattern for General Aptitude Test (GAT)

Particulars Details
Exam Mode Online
Total Number of Questions 60
Exam Duration 2 hours
Total Marks 100
Sections Design Sensitivity, Logical Reasoning, and Creative Thinking

AIEED Exam Pattern for Creative Aptitude Test (CAT)

Particulars Details
Exam Mode Online
Total Number of Questions 50
Exam Duration 3 hours
Total Marks 100
Sections Creative Visualization, Problem-Solving, and Design Interpretation

AIEED Exam Pattern for Portfolio and PI

The AIEED 2026 exam pattern for Portfolio and PI is mentioned in the table below.

AIEED 2026 Exam Pattern

The AIEED 2026 exam is conducted in offline mode. The total duration of the exam is 30 minutes.

Particulars Details
Exam Mode Offline
Exam Duration 30 minutes
Total Marks 200

AIEED 2026 Syllabus

There is no official syllabus released for AIEED 2026. Students can expect questions from topics including Awareness of Design, General Awareness, Reasoning, Visual Ability, Lateral thinking, Visualization, and Colour & Composition.

AIEED Sections AIEED 2026 Syllabus
General Aptitude test (GAT) Design sensibility, Logical reasoning, Design related awareness, Awareness of global issues, Concept comprehension
Creative Aptitude Test (CAT) Written & visual articulation skills, Design thinking, Lateral thinking & creative problem solving, Awareness of design principles
Portfolio and PI Composure, Focus & clarity, General articulation skills, Depth of thinking, Range of work in portfolio

AIEED 2026 Admit Card

AIEED admit card will be released by Arch College of Design and Business a few days before the examination. Students can follow the steps below to download the admit card.

  • Log on to the official website of AIEED 2026
  • Click on the link for AIEED 2026 admit card
  • Fill in your login details like registration number and password
  • After submission of login details, the admit card will be displayed on the screen
  • Students must download the admit card and take printouts of the same for future references

AIEED 2026 Result

AIEED 2026 result will be declared by Arch College of Design and Business within a few days after completing the examination. Students can follow the steps below to download the AIEED result.

  • Go to the official website of Arch College of Design and Business
  • Click on the AIEED 2026 result link
  • Login using the AIEED registration number and password
  • After login, the admit card will be displayed on the screen and students can download the same
  • Candidates must take printouts of the AIEED admit card 2026 for future references

AIEED 2026 Counselling Process

After the release of the AIEED 2026 result, Arch College of Design and Business will conduct counseling for admission to UG and PG courses. The counseling for UG and PG courses will be conducted separately.

Only candidates who qualify for the screening test will be eligible to participate in AIEED 2026 counseling. Students must submit all the required documents to secure their seats.

  • Candidates will be shortlisted on the merit list based on the scores obtained in the GAT and CAT.
  • Students must submit a portfolio and participate in a personal interview to be eligible for further counseling rounds.
  • Final AIEED 2026 seat allotment will be released based on performance in GAT, CAT, Portfolio & PI, availability of seats, and preferences made by the candidates.

AIEED 2026 Counselling Documents Required

Students must keep the below-mentioned documents ready during the AIEED 2026 counselling.

  • AIEED 2026 Admit Card
  • AIEED 2026 Scorecard.
  • Academic Certificates (10th, 12th, and graduation, if applicable).
  • Portfolio Showcasing Creative Work.
  • Valid ID Proof.
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-Sized Photographs.
  • Medical Fitness Certificate

AIEED 2026 Selection Process

Candidates are required to go through a screening process to get admission to UG & PG design courses. Students will be required to go through 3 stages during the screening process.

  • Stage I: Psychological Endowments for Design (PED) followed by completion of CATA Tasks + completion of Statement of Purpose (SoP) & Portfolio of Abilities (PoA) and the submission through the uploading of CATA, PoA, SoP. In this stage, students will be tested for various skills including empathy, appreciation, creativity, toughness, Openness, Perseverance & Focus, Sense of Humour, etc. Students are also required to submit their SoP and PoA.
  • Stage II: Interaction. In this stage, students will be required to interact with the admission panel which includes an Interview, portfolio review, and SoC (statement of capabilities).
  • Stage III: Result Declaration. This stage includes the release of the AIEED 2026 final result based on the AIEED 2026 merit list. Students must then proceed to complete the remaining admission formalities and secure their admissions.

Eligibility Criteria

AIEED 2025 Overview

The All India Entrance Examination for Design (AIEED) is conducted by ARCH Academy of Design for admission to Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes. The exam will be conducted in multiple slots in online mode.

AIEED 2025 will be carried out in 3 phases. The exam will be conducted in nearly 13 cities across India.

The exam checks the aptitude and creativity skills of students required for the field of fashion designing. Candidates must meet the AIEED eligibility criteria before applying for the exam.

Important Dates

Knowing the important dates and deadlines for AIEED 2025 is crucial. The table below lists the key events and their dates.

Event Dates
AIEED 2025 Application Forms October 15, 2024
Admit card for Online Exam 7 days before the Exam
AIEED 2025 Exam Date July 25, 2025
Results of Online Exam 10 days after the Exam Date

Eligibility Criteria

AIEED eligibility criteria provide all the information required for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate design programmes at ARCH Academy of Design. An aspirant must meet all the mentioned eligibility conditions to apply for the Design Entrance Exam.

For Undergraduate Programmes (Duration: 4 years)

  • Minimum qualification: Students who have appeared for or cleared Class 10+2 (CBSE/ICSE/IB/State Board/NIOS or equivalent as per UGC Guidelines).
  • Candidates who wish to complete their 4 year UG program from ARCH have an opportunity to culminate their studies with a 'Top Up' degree of 1 year from any of the Pearson Edexcel listed Universities around the world.
  • Age Criteria: Aspirants have to complete 16 years of the lower age limit to apply for UG Design Courses.
  • Score Validity: Students with a valid NATA score or AIEEE rank are exempted from the AIEED Exam and will be called for interview directly.
  • Class 10+1 Students can also write AIEED 2025. Qualifying students will be eligible for direct admission in the Academic year 2019 after clearing the interview.

For Postgraduate Programmes (Duration: 2 years)

  • Minimum qualification: Graduates or students pursuing graduation in any discipline from a recognized university can apply for this programme.
  • Age Criteria: Applicants appearing for PG Design courses have to complete 21 years of age as the lower limit. They are eligible for the Strategic Management & Leadership Programme as well as the Design Management Programmes.
  • No other previous learning achievements are considered as requirements for admission. These aspirants can culminate their studies with a 'Top Up' MBA degree in 6 months from any of the Pearson Edexcel listed Universities around the world after finishing the Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 7 programme at ARCH.
  • Score Validity: MBA aspirants can apply for Strategic Design Management and Strategic Management & Leadership with their recent CAT/MAT scores. They also have to clear the AIEED Exam and the Interview and submit their Statement of Purpose (SOP) prior to the Interview.

Note: A relaxation of five years has been given to PH/SC/ST candidates.

Courses Offered

AIEED will offer 159 seats for UG level programs and PG level programs in different branches. The list of courses along with the number of seats in each course is mentioned below.

Undergraduate Programmes (4 Years) Number of seats available
Fashion Design 30
Interior Design 30
Graphic Design 20
Jewelry Design 20
Craft Product Design 20
Design Management 20
BVA (Bachelor in Visual Arts) 24

The list of Postgraduate courses offered at ARCH Academy is also available.

Application Fee

Eligible candidates can fill the AIEED application form which will be available on the official website. The application fee will be INR 3000/- only.

The fee can be paid by Debit/Credit Card, Demand Draft, or Bank of India branch.

Postgraduate Programmes and Seat Availability

The table below lists the postgraduate programmes offered and the number of seats available for each programme.

Postgraduate Programmes (2 Years) Number of seats available
Fashion Design 30
Interior Design 30
Lifestyle Accessory Design 20
Jewelry Design 30
Design Communication 20
Strategic Design Management 20
GPEM 30
Strategic Mgmt. & Leadership 20

Application Process

AIEED 2025 Registration

AIEED registration is open till November 1, 2025, on the official website aieed.com. The AIEED exam is scheduled till December 20, 2025.

The AIEED application fee is INR 3000 for all candidates. The fee can be paid online or through a demand draft. Candidates can appear for the exam in online mode.

What is AIEED?

AIEED 2025, or All India Entrance Exam for Design, is a national level entrance examination. It is conducted by ARCH Academy of Design for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate designing courses.

AIEED 2025 Registration Dates

Events Dates
Availability of Application Forms Open till November 1, 2025
Availability of Admit Cards A week before the exam date
AIEED Exam Date 2025 December 20, 2025
Batch Starts May 2026

AIEED 2025 Eligibility

All applicants must follow the eligibility criteria before applying for AIEED 2025 Examination.

  • Aspiring candidates must pass class 12 from a recognized school board.
  • Candidates appearing in class 11 can also apply.
  • For PG courses, candidates must be a graduate degree holder from a recognized university and institute.
  • Candidates appearing for the final year examination of graduation can also apply.
  • All candidates above the age of 16 years are eligible to apply.
  • Candidates having a valid NATA Score / AIEEE rank can appear for the interview only and are exempted from appearing the entrance test.
  • Reservation of seats under various SC, ST, PC, Defense, NRI, etc. will be as per the norms and regulations of the college.

How to Fill AIEED 2025 Application Form

The AIEED 2025 Application Form is available on the official website of AIEED or ARCH Academy of Design.

Follow these steps carefully to fill the AIEED 2025 Application Form:

  • Visit the website www.archedu.org or www.aieed.com
  • Search for "Application for AIEED 2025" on the home page
  • Click on it. You will be directed to a new page
  • Register on the site
  • On successful completion of registering, you will receive an email/sms
  • Next step is to fill the application form with all the necessary details
  • Keep ready scanned passport-sized photograph and scanned marksheets of class 10, 12 and graduation
  • All these should be uploaded with the form
  • Take a printout of it
  • Pay the application fee and submit the form online

AIEED Application Fee

The cost of the application form is INR 3000. One can pay the application fee either using Debit/Credit Card or net banking.

Applicants can also pay through Demand Draft. The Demand Draft should have your name and phone number at the back. The DD should be drawn in favour of "Arch Educational Society" payable at Jaipur.

The DD along with the application form, photographs and mark sheets should reach the following address:

ARCH Academy of Design, Plot No 9, Govind Marg, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur 302017.

Application Receipt and Acknowledgment

Once the institute receives your completed application form with payment, an auto-generated email will be sent to you indicating your successful completion of application and payment.

In addition to the email, you will also receive your receipt, prospectus and sample guidebook by courier at the address mentioned in the form.

For any information or query, candidates can contact the conducting authority at admission@archedu.org.

Details in Application Form

The following details need to be filled in by the candidate:

  • Full Name
  • Email
  • Mobile Number
  • City
  • Course Level
  • Campus Preference
  • Course interested in
  • Current Qualification

Documents Required

Keep ready scanned 1 MB passport size photograph and scanned mark sheets of class 10, 12, and graduation.

Corrections After Form Submission

No corrections are allowed once the application form is submitted. Candidates cannot change the mode of examination after submission without valid reasons.

For a valid reason, a candidate can request a change by writing to admission@archedu.org at least 5 days before the exam date. The ARCH management has full authority to grant or refuse the request. If accepted, the candidate will be informed by mail only.

AIEED Registration FAQs

Application Process for NRI/Foreign Nationals

Foreign Nationals and NRI candidates must submit specific documents along with the Application form. The required documents are:

  • An attested copy of the relevant pages of passport
  • Equivalence Certificate issued by the concerned Embassy validating the educational qualifications of the candidate
  • Attested copy indicating the proof of status of NRI/Foreign National
  • NRI/Foreign Nationals can only make the payment of Application fee through DD. Demand Draft of $ 75 in favor of "ARCH Educational Society", payable at Jaipur. It must be sent to the ARCH office mentioned before.

Parameters of Selection

The AIEED 2025 Selection Procedure involves different parameters for final selection of candidates. These include the AIEED 2017 exam result (NATA Score), previous performance in education, and performance in Interview and portfolio.

What is the Portfolio?

A portfolio needs to be shared with the conducting authority in advance. It is a collection of any previous creative work done by the candidate.

This includes illustrations, photographs, sketches, essays, prose, and even films and slideshows that can be shown on a mobile phone. A portfolio shows the candidate's interests and abilities.

Passport Photograph Specifications

One scanned passport size photograph of the candidate is required for online submission of forms. The photograph must be 1 MB in size and in jpg/jpeg format.

AIEED Admit Card

Candidates can download their AIEED 2025 admit card before 7 days of the examination. The admit card can be obtained using the email ID or control number and password.

AIEED Result 2025 Declaration

The AIEED 2025 Result will be declared through online mode only. Results are declared after seven days of the examination.

Exam Pattern

AIEED Exam Pattern 2024

The All India Entrance Examination for Design (AIEED) 2024 pattern has been released by Arch Academy of Design. The academy offers B.Tech qualifications from the UK.

AIEED 2024 is held in online mode in different phases. The exam is conducted in three stages.

Three Stages of AIEED 2024

  • General Ability Test (GAT): Conducted in online mode. It has 60 questions worth 100 marks. The duration is 2 hours. Questions come from Design sensibilities, Logical Reasoning, design-related awareness, awareness on global issues, and Concepts Comprehension.
  • Creative Ability Test (CAT): Conducted in online mode. It has 50 questions to be completed in 3 hours. The total marks are 200. The exam covers Articulation Skills (written and visual), Design Thinking, Lateral Thinking and Creative Problem Solving, and Awareness of Design Principles.
  • Video, Portfolio and Personal Interaction: The duration is 30 minutes, worth 200 marks. It covers Composure, Focus and Clarity, General articulation skills, Depth of thinking, and Range of work in Portfolio.

Note: GAT is compulsory for all candidates. CAT is only for undergraduate (UG) students.

AIEED 2024 Exam Highlights

Particular Details
Mode of Exam Online
Medium of Question Paper English and Hindi
Medium of Answer English (Online), English/Hindi (Online)
Duration of Paper 3 hours 15 minutes
Total Marks 200 marks

AIEED 2024 Marking Scheme

AIEED 2024 exam is for 200 marks. The Creative Aptitude Test and General Aptitude Test together make up 200 marks.

There are 45 to 50 questions to be attempted. The question paper is bilingual, in Hindi and English. Students appear for the exam online and can answer in English or Hindi.

There is no negative marking in AIEED 2024. Marks per question may vary. A wrong answer only loses the marks allotted to that question, with no additional deduction.

AIEED 2024 Exam Pattern for Undergraduates

The AIEED 2024 undergraduate paper is of 200 marks. General Aptitude Test is compulsory for all aspirants.

GAT and CAT together are for 200 marks. The exam can be appeared both online and offline. Students can choose their mode and language. Online exams are taken at listed centers, requiring proper equipment and stable Wi-Fi connectivity.

Particular Details
Number of questions 45-50
Mode of Exam Online and Offline
Medium of Exam English/Hindi
Total Marks 200
Sections 2 (GAT+CAT)
Time Allotted 3 hours 15 minutes

AIEED Exam Pattern 2024 for Post Graduates

Undergraduate students with a valid AIEEE Rank, NATA Score, or NID Score are eligible for the direct interview process.

Programs Offered at Arch Academy of Design

The academy has two campuses. The main campus is in Jaipur, and another campus is in Gurugram. Some courses are not offered at the Gurugram Campus, and some are not conducted at the Jaipur Campus.

International Degree Programs for Undergraduates

  • Fashion and Textile Design
  • Fashion Design and Business
  • Interior and Spatial Design
  • Interior Design and Business
  • Graphic Design (Applied Arts)
  • Jewellery Design and Business
  • Product Design

Integrated Degree Programs for Post-Graduation

  • Fashion Design and Entrepreneurship
  • Interior Design and Entrepreneurship
  • Design Communication
  • Creative Styling and Sourcing
  • Product Merchandising

AIEED Post Graduate Eligibility

Any student who has completed graduation or is in the final year of graduation can apply for AIEED post graduate programs. A completed diploma is also accepted for admission.

The post graduate courses offered by the academy are for two years. The paper pattern for the post graduate exam is similar to the undergraduate paper pattern.

AIEED Exam Pattern

The AIEED exam consists of 45-50 set of questions. The total time allotted to appear for the General Aptitude Test (GAT) is 3 hours and 15 minutes.

The question paper is bilingual and can be appeared through online mode. The exam is conducted for a total of 200 marks with a single section (GAT).

Particulars Details
Number of questions 45-50
Mode of Exam Online and Offline
Medium of Exam English/Hindi
Total Marks 200
Sections 1 (GAT)
Time Allotted 3 Hrs. 15 minutes

AIEED 2024 Syllabus for Undergraduate Program

There are several topics that a student needs to pay attention towards before appearing for AIEED 2024 exams. These topics test a student's basic and advance level of knowledge in the field of design.

AIEED 2024 Significant Topics

  • Awareness of Design
  • General Awareness
  • Comprehension
  • Reasoning Psychological Analysis
  • Visual Ability
  • Lateral Thinking
  • Skill Setting

Suggested Books for AIEED Undergraduate Exams

Every student receives a sample guide book after completing the application procedure. The guide book helps with examination guidelines, paper pattern and other FAQ's.

There are several books available in the market to make the process of preparation easier for the candidates.

AIEED 2024 Syllabus for Post Graduate Program

The Post graduate exam consists only of a General Aptitude Test. A student well versed with the crucial topics can ace the exams.

AIEED 2024 Important Topics

  • Creative Sensitivity
  • Design Sensitivity
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Problem Solving

Suggested Books for AIEED Post Graduate Exam

Post Graduate program applicants also receive a sample guide book. This book is very helpful in assisting them through the examination procedure.

Post graduate students can refer to books suggested for various design exams and diploma courses.

Important Instructions for AIEED 2024

Aspirants appearing for AIEED 2024 need to keep the following instructions in mind:

  • The exam can appear only in English in the case of online mode.
  • The question paper for online mode is bilingual.
  • Students appearing for undergrad AIEED 2024 must have completed 16 years of age.
  • Students appearing for postgraduate AIEED 2024 must have completed 19 years of age.
  • Foreign National and NRI's can also appear for AIEED exams.
  • Students applying for the examination through online mode must keep scanned copies of the required documents handy.
  • Within seven days, the result of the online examinations is declared on the official website.
  • Only qualified candidates are invited for the interview.
  • On being selected, every student, irrespective of the campus they choose need to attend a counseling session/seminar in the Jaipur Campus.
  • The final selection is completely based on merit, portfolio, previous exams and interview process.
  • There is a limited number of seats for each program.
  • Mock test papers for both undergraduate and postgraduate AIEED students can be found on the official exam website.

Syllabus

AIEED Exam Pattern 2024

The All India Entrance Examination for Design (AIEED) 2024 exam pattern has been released by Arch Academy of Design. The academy offers B.Tech qualifications from the UK.

AIEED 2024 is held in online mode in different phases. The exam is conducted in three stages.

Stage 1: General Ability Test (GAT)

GAT is conducted in online mode. It is compulsory for all candidates.

  • Number of questions: 60
  • Total marks: 100
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Topics: Design sensibilities, Logical Reasoning, design-related awareness, awareness on global issues, Concepts Comprehension

Stage 2: Creative Ability Test (CAT)

CAT is conducted in online mode. It is only for undergraduate (UG) students.

  • Number of questions: 50
  • Total marks: 200
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Topics: Articulation Skills (written and visual), Design Thinking, Lateral Thinking and Creative Problem Solving, Awareness of Design Principles

Stage 3: Video, Portfolio and Personal Interaction

This stage is worth 200 marks and lasts 30 minutes. It includes Composure, Focus and Clarity, General articulation skills, Depth of thinking, and Range of work in Portfolio.

AIEED 2024 Exam Highlights

ParticularDetails
Mode of ExamOnline
Medium of Question PaperEnglish and Hindi
Medium of AnswerEnglish (Online), English/Hindi (Online)
Duration of Paper3 hours 15 minutes
Total Marks200 marks

AIEED 2024 Marking Scheme

AIEED 2024 is for 200 marks. The Creative Aptitude Test and General Aptitude Test together make up these 200 marks.

There are 45 to 50 questions in total. The question paper is bilingual, in Hindi and English. Students appear for the exam online and can answer in English or Hindi.

There is no negative marking in AIEED 2024. A wrong answer only loses the marks allotted to that question. No additional marks are deducted.

AIEED 2024 Exam Pattern for Undergraduates

The AIEED 2024 undergraduate paper is of 200 marks. GAT is compulsory for all aspirants. GAT and CAT together are for 200 marks.

The exam can be taken online or offline. Students can choose their preferred mode and language. Online exams are taken at listed centers, and require proper equipment and stable Wi-Fi connectivity.

ParticularDetails
Number of questions45-50
Mode of ExamOnline and Offline
Medium of ExamEnglish/Hindi
Total Marks200
Sections2 (GAT+CAT)
Time Allotted3 hours 15 minutes

AIEED Exam Pattern 2024 for Post Graduates

Students who have completed graduation or are in their final year can apply for AIEED. The post graduate courses are for two years. The paper pattern is similar to the undergraduate paper pattern.

Courses Offered at AIEED Campuses

The academy has two campuses. The main campus is in Jaipur and another is in Gurugram. Some courses are not offered at the Gurugram Campus, and some are not conducted at the Jaipur Campus.

International Degree Programs for Undergraduates

  • Fashion and Textile Design
  • Fashion Design and Business
  • Interior and Spatial Design
  • Interior Design and Business
  • Graphic Design (Applied Arts)
  • Jewellery Design and Business
  • Product Design

Integrated Degree Programs for Post-Graduation

  • Fashion Design and Entrepreneurship
  • Interior Design and Entrepreneurship
  • Design Communication
  • Creative Styling and Sourcing
  • Product Merchandising

Direct Interview Eligibility

Undergraduate students with a valid AIEEE Rank, NATA Score, or NID Score are eligible for the direct interview process.

AIEED Exam Pattern

The All India Entrance Examination for Design (AIEED) General Aptitude Test (GAT) has 45-50 questions. The total time allotted for the GAT is 3 hours and 15 minutes.

Particulars Details
Number of questions 45-50
Mode of Exam Online and Offline
Medium of Exam English/Hindi
Total Marks 200
Sections 1 (GAT)
Time Allotted 3 Hrs. 15 minutes

The question paper is bilingual and can be attempted through online mode. Any student who has completed graduation or diploma can apply for AIEED post graduate programs.

AIEED UG Syllabus

Several topics need attention before appearing for the AIEED 2024 undergraduate exam. These topics test a student's basic and advanced knowledge in the field of design.

AIEED 2024 Significant Topics

  • Awareness of Design
  • General Awareness
  • Comprehension
  • Reasoning Psychological Analysis
  • Visual Ability
  • Lateral Thinking
  • Skill Setting

Suggested Books for AIEED Undergraduate Exams

Every student receives a sample guide book after completing the application procedure. The guide book helps with examination guidelines, paper pattern and other FAQs.

Several books are available in the market to make the preparation process easier for candidates.

AIEED PG Syllabus

The Post graduate exam consists only of a General Aptitude Test. A student well versed with the crucial topics can ace the exams.

AIEED 2024 Important Topics

  • Creative Sensitivity
  • Design Sensitivity
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Problem Solving

Suggested Books for AIEED Post Graduate Exam

Post Graduate program applicants also receive a sample guide book. This book assists them through the examination procedure.

Post graduate students can refer to books suggested for various design exams and diploma courses.

Important Instructions for AIEED 2024

Aspirants appearing for AIEED 2024 need to keep the following instructions in mind:

  • The exam can appear only in English in the case of online mode.
  • The question paper for online mode is bilingual.
  • Students appearing for undergrad AIEED 2024 must have completed 16 years of age.
  • Students appearing for postgraduate AIEED 2024 must have completed 19 years of age.
  • Foreign National and NRIs can also appear for AIEED exams.
  • Students applying through online mode must keep scanned copies of the required documents handy.
  • Within seven days, the result of the online examinations is declared on the official website.
  • Only qualified candidates are invited for the interview.
  • On being selected, every student, irrespective of the campus they choose, needs to attend a counseling session/seminar in the Jaipur Campus.
  • The final selection is completely based on merit, portfolio, previous exams and interview process.
  • There is a limited number of seats for each program.
  • Mock test papers for both undergraduate and postgraduate AIEED students can be found on the official exam website.

Cut-offs

Shortlisting for AIEED 2026 is based on a merit list prepared from your scores in the GAT and CAT. Final seat allotment depends on your performance in the GAT, CAT, Portfolio and Personal Interview, along with seat availability and your preferences.

The selection process has three stages:

  • Stage I: Psychological Endowment for Design (PED), followed by CATA tasks, Statement of Purpose (SoP) and Portfolio of Abilities (PoA) submission.
  • Stage II: Interaction with the admission panel, including an interview, portfolio review and statement of capabilities.
  • Stage III: Result declaration based on the merit list, after which you complete the remaining admission formalities.

Keep these documents ready for counselling:

  • AIEED 2026 Admit Card
  • AIEED 2026 Scorecard
  • Academic certificates (10th, 12th and graduation, if applicable)
  • Portfolio showcasing creative work
  • Valid ID proof
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-sized photographs
  • Medical fitness certificate

Results

AIEED 2024 Result Overview

The AIEED 2024 result will be announced 7 days after the commencement of the examination. AIEED (All India Entrance Examination for Design) is conducted by ARCH Academy of Design every year.

Through this exam, deserving candidates get admission to various UG and PG design courses. AIEED 2024 is a National Level entrance examination for screening students for design courses offered by ARCH Academy of Design.

AIEED 2023 results will be announced on the official website of ARCH Academy of Design (http://www.aieed.com/).

  • Candidates need to enter their roll number to see their results.
  • The results of the AIEED 2023 online exam will be informed to candidates within 7 days of examination through SMS.
  • AIEED 2023 results will be announced in the form of a scorecard.
  • Candidates need to take a printout of the scorecard as it will be required during counselling.

AIEED Result Dates

Candidates appearing for AIEED 2024 must know the important dates for results so they can appear for the examination and counselling on time. The important dates for results are given in the table below:

Events Dates
Online Examination January 15 – 30, 2023
Results of online examination Every 7 days of examination
Counselling for courses Third week of April 2023
Commencement of college Fourth week of July 2023

All the dates stated in the table are tentative. If any changes are made to the schedule, candidates will get to know from the official website of the conducting authority.

Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website so they stay updated on any news related to AIEED 2024.

How to Check AIEED Result

Candidates who have appeared for the AIEED online examination need not worry about their results as the academy will send them their results through SMS within 7 days of examination. AIEED 2024 results for center based examination will be announced on the official website of the ARCH Academy of Design.

The steps to check AIEED 2024 results are as follows:

  • Visit the official website of ARCH Academy of Design (http://www.aieed.com/)
  • Click on AIEED Exam Result 2024
  • Enter your details such as roll number and date of birth
  • Click on the submit button
  • The result can be seen on the screen
  • Candidates are advised to take a printout of the scorecard and keep it safe with them till admission.

Selected candidates need to carry their scorecard when they will be called for counselling.

Details on Scorecard

Candidates can see how well they have performed in AIEED 2023 when they get the scorecard. The scorecard will let them know whether they have qualified in the examination.

The things that are mentioned on the scorecard of candidates who have appeared for AIEED 2023 are as follows:

  • Name of candidate
  • Date of Birth
  • Roll Number
  • Marks Obtained
  • Qualifying Status
  • Photograph of candidate

Candidates will be selected on the basis of their performance in the written examination conducted by ARCH Academy of Design.

AIEED Answer Key

Candidates can check the AIEED 2024 Answer Key on the official website of ARCH Academy of Design. The Answer Key will be extremely useful for candidates who have appeared in AIEED 2024.

They can get an idea of their performance in the written examination. ARCH Academy of Design provides a separate Answer Key for each set.

Candidates can choose the Answer Key from the official website for the question paper set. They can check the scores and results through the Answer Key. It will be almost equal or close to the official results.

The steps to download the AIEED 2023 Answer Key are as follows:

  • Visit the official website
  • Search the link AIEED 2024 Answer Key with question paper
  • Click the link
  • Choose your question paper set
  • Click on the submit button
  • Your AIEED 2024 Answer Key with question paper will appear on the screen
  • Download the Answer Key or take a printout to match your answers

Candidates can calculate their scores by using the Answer Key.

AIEED Merit List

The AIEED 2024 Merit List will be displayed on the official website of the conducting authority after the results are announced. Candidates must check the merit list to see if they have been selected and called for counselling.

The merit list will be finalized by ARCH Academy of Design within 15-20 days of the examination.

AIEED Cut Off

Cut off is the minimum percentage or mark that the candidate requires to get in order to qualify in the examination. Candidates can estimate whether they have qualified in AIEED 2024 by taking a look at the cut off marks.

AIEED 2024 Cut Off marks will be available on the official website of ARCH Academy of Design.

AIEED Counselling

Counselling for courses will be held in the third week of April 2023. Candidates who qualify in the examination will be called for counselling based on their merit list position.

AIEED 2024 Counselling Venue

AIEED 2024 counselling will be held at ARCH Campus, Jaipur. The counselling is conducted by ARCH Academy of Design.

ARCH Academy of Design will conduct the interview after the AIEED 2023 results are announced. Selected candidates will be called to the campus for counselling.

Counselling Schedule

The counselling dates differ for undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses.

  • UG courses: Third week of April 2024
  • PG courses: Third week of February 2024 to first week of March 2024

Documents Required for Counselling

Candidates must carry the following documents to the counselling session.

  • AIEED 2023 Scorecard
  • Class 10 Mark Sheet
  • Class 12 Mark Sheet
  • Category Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • 4 Passport Size Photographs

Selection Process

Selection of candidates is completely merit based. It depends on the AIEED 2024 results.

The selection also considers performance in the interview, the portfolio, and past academic performance.

Admit Card

AIEED Admit Card 2025 is made available a week before the exam date and published to the registered students only. Candidates who have successfully applied for AIEED 2025 can download his/her admit cards from the official website i.e. www.aieed.com. AIEED 2025 Admit Card will not be provided to the candidates by post, however, it will also be intimated through e-mail to the registered candidates. AIEED 2025 is scheduled to be held till December 20, 2025. 

  • AIEED 2025 will be conducted in online mode and candidates can download their Admit Card by entering their user ID and password and then take its printout. Check AIEED 2025 Exam Pattern
  • Admit card should be attested by a Gazetted officer/School or College Principal.
  • Candidates will have to paste the photograph on admit card same as the one affixed on the application form.
  • For appearing in the entrance exam, it is compulsory on the part of every candidate to produce ‘photo admit card’ of AIEED 2025 at their respective exam centres. 
  • AIEED 2025 admit card will consist of essential information about the candidate who is appearing for AIEED 2025 exam.

AIEED (All India Entrance Examination for Design) is a national-level entrance test, conducted by the ARCH Academy of Design. AIEED 2025 will be conducted to offer admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate designing courses. AIEED 2025 exam can be attempted in online mode. 

Direct link to download AIEED 2025 Admit Card

AIEED Admit Card Dates

AIEED Admit Card 2025 Dates

Below is the official schedule as per which AIEED 2025 Admit Card will be issued:

Events Date
Start date for download of AIEED 2025 Admit Card Sent to the registered email id
AIEED Exam Date till December 20, 2025
Download AIEED Admit Card

Steps to Download AIEED 2025 Admit Card

Candidates can download the Admit Card from AIEED 2025 exam’s official website by logging in to their respective accounts. Candidate will not receive their Admit Card by post, they have to download it online only. The official link for downloading the AIEED 2025 Admit Card will be sent to the candidates’ registered mobile number.

After AIEED 2025 Admit Card will be downloaded, candidates are required to affix their photograph on the space designated for it and get it attested by a Gazetted officer/School or College Principal. Candidate should keep their Admit card with them during the examination so that they won’t face any problem while giving the exam.

  • Steps to download the Admit card are given below:
  • Click on the link sent to the registered mobile number
  • Enter “Control Number” and “Password”
  • Click on the link, “Download AIEED 2025 Admit Card”
  • Download and take out at least two printouts of the Admit Card for future reference
Note: AIEED 2025 Admit Card for the online exam will contain candidate’s ID, login ID and password which shall be required by him/her at the time of the examination to successfully log in.
AIEED Admit Card Details

Details contained in Admit Card

AIEED 2025 admit card will contain important information with regards to the candidates giving AIEED 2025:

  • AIEED Registration Number
  • Admit Card number
  • AIEED Application Number
  • Candidate’s Name
  • Candidate’s photograph
  • Candidate’s Postal address and contact details
  • Test center details
  • Unique Photo ID Proof Details
  • Test Timings
  • Provision for Sticking Passport size photograph
  • Space to get the Admit card attested.
  • Login ID and Password (for Online Exam)
Exam Day Documents Reqd

Documents Required on Exam Day

On the day of AIEED 2025 Examination candidates are required to bring following documents for the verification process.

  • AIEED Admit Card 2025
  • Candidates who do not have the attested hard copy of the downloaded admit card of AIEED 2025 and the Unique Photo ID in original will not be allowed to take the examination
  • Unique ID proof in original
  • Candidates are required to show the invigilator the attested Admit Card and the Unique Photo ID proof in original as and when required.
  • It is compulsory for the candidates to bring/affix their recent passport size coloured photograph on the Admit card (the same which was uploaded to the application). The photograph should not be more than three months old.
AIEED Exam Centers

AIEED 2025 Exam Centers

Candidates opting for the online mode (Center Based Test), have to appear for AIEED 2025 on the stipulated date at one of the designated exam cities listed below:

AIEED Exam Centers
Delhi Ahmedabad
Lucknow Patna
Mumbai Jaipur
Indore Kolkata

Candidates appearing for AIEED 2025 in Online Mode can take the examination at Home or a cyber cafe.

Important Guidelines

Important Guidelines for Exam

Candidates appearing for AIEED 2025 Examination in an online mode should take note of the following instructions:

  • Candidates must get their AIEED 2025 Admit card attested by a gazetted officer/school principal.
  • Candidates should bring a valid photo identity card also along with their printout of the attested Admit Card on the day of examination.
  • Use of any electronic/computing device like a laptop, mobile phone, calculator etc. is strictly prohibited.
  • Candidates should immediately contact the technical support team on the helpline number available on the exam website if there are any technical glitches such as power cuts, internet connectivity failure, server problems, etc.
  • Candidates can send the pictures via email on admission@archedu.org, in case they are having a difficult time uploading heavy images. They must also indicate their details such as name, phone number & question no.
  • The date & time slot would be cancelled for candidates who fail to appear for the exam on the scheduled date. A candidate might be given another opportunity to take the examination in case of certain unavoidable reasons or power failure. A written petition regarding the same should be sent to admission@archedu.org at the earliest.
  • Candidates will receive a confirmation SMS on their registered mobile number after successfully completing the exam online.