UPESDAT 2026: University of Petroleum and Energy Studies Design Aptitude Test (UPESDAT) 2026

UPES Design Aptitude Test

University of Petroleum and Energy Studies Design Aptitude Test (UPESDAT) 2026

UPESDAT 2026
[University of Petroleum and Energy Studies Design Aptitude Test 2026]
conducted by the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun
Admission to B.Des. & M.Des. Programs at UPES in India, 2026-27

B.Des. Admissions
Last Date to Apply: 20 January, 2026

The Design Admissions B.Des. and M.Des., UPESDAT 2026 examination process for the AY 2026-27.

Eligibility Criteria

B.Des.: Minimum 50% marks in Class X and XII with any Stream.

M.Des:
• Minimum 50% marks at Higher and Senior Secondary Level (X & XII).
• Minimum 50% marks in Bachelor’s degree in any stream: 10+2+3 years (B.Des. / B.Arch. / B.Tech. / BFA graduates will be preferred).
• Valid CEED / NID / NIFT Score

Selection Criteria

B.Des.: UPESDAT / National Level Test (NID / NIFT / UCEED / JEE) / Board Merit / CUET followed by Portfolio Presentation & Interview.
(AIR Rank (General Category) for UCEED up to 5703)

M.Des.: UPESDAT / National Level (Valid CEED / NID / NIFT Score) followed by Portfolio Presentation & Interview.
(AIR Rank (General Category) for CEED up to 1848)

Process Flow

Aspirants are advised to adhere to the following guidelines:

Mode of Examination – Online
Test duration – 1 hour
Take a Demo Test – B.Des. Link (Click here) & M.Des. Link (Click here)
The actual credentials (passkeys) required to appear for the exam will be sent to applicants on their registered mobile numbers one day prior to the exam date.
Portfolio Presentation & Interview will be conducted after the exam, as well as respective slot bookings.

It is recommended that students take a demo test to gain practice and resolve queries before the actual examination.

Application Process

Apply Online

Students who have already applied, are advised to follow the Exam process.

Non-Exam Pathway
B.Des.: National Level Test (NID/NIFT/UCEED/JEE/CUET) / Board merit (Minimum 60% in 10th & 12th)
M.Des.: Candidates having valid CEED-2025 scores will be exempted from UPESDAT Exam.

Fellowship in M.Des. Program
Teaching Assistance ship up to Rs. 3,000/- is available for students pursuing M.Des. Program.

Eligibility Criteria for Fellowship for M.Des. Students
- Minimum SGPA / CGPA 8.5 in the first Semester and subsequent semesters/year.
- Passed every semester on the first attempt without any supplementary or improvement exam.
- Minimum of 75% attendance in the entire semester.
- No disciplinary action was initiated / awarded against the student.
- Exemplary behavior and compliance with all other norms as prescribed by the University.
  Such students must not be getting any kind of financial assistance/support e.g., fellowship/scholarship/fee waiver etc. from any other source public or private.

Exam Process

Take a Demo Test. Students are recommended to take a demo test to gain practice and resolve any queries before the actual examination.
B.Des. - Click Here
M.Des. - Click Here
Login credentials for online exam. Actual credentials (passkey) to appear for the exam on the chosen date will be provided to students one day prior to the exam on registered email ID and mobile number. This should not be confused with the demo link passkey.
The examination Test window will be from 10:00 A.M. to 01:00 P.M.
Students can log in during the given timeframe and begin with the online test. The timer starts when the student logs in.
Personal Interviews to follow exam and slot booking.

Exam Pattern

B.Des. Admissions - UPESDAT
Scheme of Test - Online | 1 Hour

Sections	No. of Questions
Visual Analogy	20
Design and General Awareness	20
Total No. of Questions	40

M.Des. Admissions - UPESDAT
Scheme of Test - Online | 1 Hour

Sections	No. of Questions
Quantitative	10
Visual Analogy	15
Design and General Awareness	15
Total No. of Questions	40

Candidate Guide Document

Download Candidate Guide Document

CONTACT
1800 102 8737 (10:00 A.M. to 07:00 P.M.)
enrollments@upes.ac.in

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Edited By: Sahadeb

Edited On: 30 Dec 2025

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