• Updated on 19 Jan, 2026 by Disha Yadav
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CEED 2026 Cutoff: CEED 2026 Part A cutoff is expected to be released by IIT Bombay in the first week of February 2026, following the exam scheduled on January 18, 2026. The cutoff will be shared in the form of the mean and standard deviation of the Part A scores. In CEED 2026, the mean was 45.48 and the standard deviation was 16.98, while for CEED 2024, the mean and standard deviation were 41.90 and 16.72, respectively.
The Part A cutoff is the qualifying mark a candidate must score in order for their Part B answer sheet to be evaluated. This means if students don’t clear Part A in CEED 2026, Part B won’t even be checked. Candidates who meet the Part A cutoff are shortlisted and assigned a CEED merit rank, which plays a key role in further admission processes. However, it’s important to understand that the Part A cutoff is not the same as the admission cutoff. The admission cutoff refers to the minimum mark or rank required to actually get admission into the M.Des programme at participating institutes.
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CEED 2026 Cutoff for Part A Admission
There will be two deadlines for CEED 2026.
- Part A cutoff - The minimum mark required in Part A to be shortlisted. The Part B answer booklet will only be assessed if the candidate is shortlisted. The Part A cutoff date will be set in February 2026.
- Admission cutoff - The participating institutes will prepare this cutoff based on parameters such as the number of applications, applicants' merit ranks, seat intake, candidate category, and so on. The admissions cutoff will be announced at the time of seat allocation.
- The merit rank (used for admission) is calculated by weighting Part A 25% and Part B 75%.
CEED 2026 Cutoff Highlights
Here are a few details about the CEED 2026 cutoff that candidates should know:
- IIT Bombay will reveal the Part A cutoff before or during the results announcement.
- Part B answer booklets will only be considered if the candidate meets the Part A cutoff.
- If an applicant meets the Part A cutoff, they will be shortlisted and given a merit rank.
- Additionally, shortlisted candidates will be granted a merit rank and be able to participate in CEED 2026 counselling.
- Individual participating colleges will conduct CEED 2026 counselling. IIT Bombay will not conduct a joint admissions process.
- As a result, IIT Bombay will not issue the admission cutoffs.
- As previously stated, the Part A cutoff differs from the admission cutoff.
CEED 2026 Cutoff: Previous Year’s Trend
IIT Bombay will announce the Part A - CEED 2026 cutoff marks in February 2026. The cutoffs will be given by category and as mean and standard deviations. Only Part B answer booklets submitted by applicants who meet the Part A cutoff requirements will be reviewed.
CEED 2024 Cutoff
Type of Deviation for Part A | Deviations |
Mean Deviation | 41.90 |
Standard Deviation | 16.72 |
CEED 2023 Cutoff
Type of Deviation for Part A | Deviations |
Mean Deviation | 22.59 |
Standard Deviation | 11.82 |
Check: CEED 2026 Application Process
CEED 2022: Category-wise Part A Cutoff Marks
For reference, the table below shows the Part A cutoff marks for UCEED 2023 organised by category.
Category | Part A cutoff Marks |
Open | 24.58 |
EWS | 22.12 |
OBC | 22.12 |
PwD | 12.29 |
SC | 12.29 |
ST | 12.29 |
CEED 2021 Cutoff
Check out the category-wise minimum qualifying marks that IIT Bombay issued last year below:
Categories | CEED Minimum Qualifying Marks | The minimum percentage required in Part A for shortlisting |
Open | 27.30 | 10% |
OBC-NCL/EWS | 24.57 | 9% |
SC/ST | 13.65 | 5% |
PwD | 13.65 | 5% |
Check: CEED 2026 Exam Pattern
CEED 2020 Cutoff
Candidates can review the CEED 2020 qualifying marks in Part A of the exam, as well as the CEED score, in the table below:
Category | CEED 2020 Part A Qualifying Marks | CEED Qualifying Score 2020 |
Open | 38 | 30 |
OBC-NCL | 34.2 | 27 |
SC | 19 | 15 |
ST | 19 | 15 |
PwD | 19 | 15 |
CEED 2026 FAQs
When will the CEED 2026 cutoff be released?
The CEED 2026 cutoff will be announced along with or shortly after the result declaration in March 2026.
How is the CEED 2026 cutoff determined?
The cutoff for CEED 2026 is determined based on factors like the number of candidates, exam difficulty level, and the total number of seats available.
Is there a category-wise cutoff for CEED 2026?
Yes, CEED 2026 cutoff scores are different for various categories such as General, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
What is the expected CEED 2026 cutoff for the General category?
The expected CEED 2026 cutoff for the General category will be announced by the conducting authority after analysing the results.
How can I check the CEED 2026 cutoff?
Candidates can check the CEED 2026 cutoff on the official CEED website under the result or notification section.
Can I still apply to design programs if I don't meet the CEED 2026 cutoff?
Candidates who do not meet the CEED 2026 cutoff are not eligible for admission to institutes participating in CEED.
Will the CEED 2026 cutoff vary for different institutes?
Yes, each participating institute may set its own additional cutoff criteria based on its selection process.
What are the factors affecting the CEED 2026 cutoff?
Key factors include the number of candidates appearing for the exam, the highest scores achieved, the difficulty level of the exam, and seat availability.
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How much rank is enough for CEED?
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