CEED 2025 Cutoff Part A(Out): Previous Year Cutoffs, Good Score, Marks vs Rank & Accepting Colleges

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IIT Bombay has released the CEED 2025 result on March 5, 2025. CEED 2025 cutoff for Part A were released on February 6, 2025. The cutoff was released in the form of mean and standard deviation, with the mean score of Part A being 45.48 and the standard deviation being 16.98. 

  • Part A cut-off is not the admission cut-off. The admission cutof is the minimum mark or rank required to get admission to the M.Des program
  • The final merit list will be prepared based on Part B scores because it covers 75% of the total score calculation, Candidates had to qualify for Part A to be eligible for evaluation of Part B.

Now after result declaration, candidates will have to apply to participating institites, and they will release the admission cutoffs based on factors like number of applicants, seat intake, category of applicant etc.

“According to the previous year's trends, the qualifying marks for general category candidates are expected to be around 50-55.”

For CEED 2024, the mean was 41.90 and the standard deviation was 16.72. The highest score was 89.77 with 1% of candidates scoring above 85% in Part A.

CEED 2025 Cutoff

The CEED 2025 cutoff is dependent on the previous year's cutoff trends, the level of difficulty of the exam, and the performance of candidates. Here is the category-wise distribution of the cutoff of CEED 2025 Part A:

Mean and standard deviation Cut-off

Particulars Value
Mean 45.48
Standard Deviation 16.98

CEED Part A Cutoff 2025

Category Expected Cutoff Marks (Part A)
Open (General) 50 - 55
EWS 45 - 50
OBC-NCL 45 - 50
SC/ST 25 - 30
PwD 25 - 30

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CEED 2025 Cut-off Calculation Method

CEED 2025 cutoff is calculated using the statistical method that uses the mean (μ) and standard deviation (σ) of scores obtained in Part A.

To determine the qualifying marks, IIT Bombay uses a category-specific factor of the standard deviation.

CEED 2025 Calculation Method

Where:

  • μ (Mean Score) = 45.48
  • σ (Standard Deviation) = 16.98

The factor varies by category:

  • General/Open: 0.5
  • EWS/OBC-NCL: 0.45
  • SC/ST/PWD: 0.25

Category-wise CEED 2025 Score Calculation

Category Formula Applied Expected Cutoff Score Cutoff Percentage
General/Open 45.48 + (16.98 × 0.5) 53.97 27.30%
EWS/OBC-NCL 45.48 + (16.98 × 0.45) 53.13 24.57%
SC/ST/PwD 45.48 + (16.98 × 0.25) 49.72 13.65%

What is the Cutoff marks for CEED?

CEED cutoff marks are the minimum mark in Part A for a candidate to be evaluated under Part B. The cutoff is calculated by IIT Bombay using a statistical formula in terms of the mean (μ) and standard deviation (σ) of Part A scores.

For CEED 2025, the expected percentage of Part A cutoff is:

  • General / Open: 27.30%
  • EWS / OBC-NCL: 24.57%
  • SC / ST / PWD: 13.65%

Admission Cutoff vs Part A Cutoff in CEED 2025

CEED 2025 is divided into two parts: Part A and Part B. The Part A cutoff is the equivalent of the minimum score to appear for Part B whereas the admission cutoff is the final marks that a candidate must secure to be eligible for admission to design programs.

Criteria Part A Cutoff Admission Cutoff
Purpose Minimum score to qualify for Part B Final score required for admission to institutes
Evaluation Based on the Part A score (objective section) Based on the combined score of Part A and Part B
Impact Shortlist candidates for Part B Determines eligibility for specific institutes
  • CEED 2025 is expected to have a General/Open category cutoff of 27.30%. The final admission cutoff will likely vary depending on Part B performance; some institutions like IITs and IISc may require higher total scores.
  • Those who have scored more than 75% in Part A are very likely to have a better chance of getting admission to top IITs and IISc Bangalore.

CEED 2025: Marks Vs Rank

Common Entrance Examination for Design (CEED) is a national-level entrance test for eligibility to join Master of Design (M.Des) courses in some of the top institutions of India.

The Candidates need to know the relation between the marks obtained and the corresponding rank as it is important to get a seat in the desired institute.

Marks Range Expected Rank Range Colleges Offered (Based on Past Trends)
70 and above 1 – 50 IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Hyderabad
60 – 69 51 – 200 IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, IIITDM Jabalpur
50 – 59 201 – 500 IIT Roorkee, IIT Jodhpur, Srishti Manipal Institute
40 – 49 501 – 1000 MIT Institute of Design, UPES Dehradun, Pearl Academy
30 – 39 1001 – 2000 UID Ahmedabad, DJ Academy of Design
Below 30 Above 2000 Private Design Colleges, Backup Options Required
  • Candidates who rank in the top 50 with 70+ marks stand the best chance of admission to IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi which are the most competitive design institutes.
  • Students with scores between 60 and 69 who fall in rank 51 to 200 usually obtain admission to IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, and IIITDM Jabalpur according to historical admissions data.
  • Students with scores between 50 and 59, ranked 201 to 500, can choose between institutions like IIT Roorkee, IIT Jodhpur, and leading private design schools such as Srishti and UPES.

What is a good score in CEED?

A good score in CEED depends on the competition level and institute cutting. In general, a score of over 60 is considered to be competitive for IIT, while private institutions can accept lower scores.

  • Students who obtain 70 or more are guaranteed admission to IIT Bombay or IIT Delhi both of which require the highest scores.
  • Scoring between 60-69 presents opportunities to get into IITs such as Guwahati, Kanpur, and IIITDM Jabalpur.
  • Students with scores between 50-59 have moderate possibilities of getting admitted into IIT Roorkee and IIT Jodhpur along with several top private design colleges.
Score Range Admission Chances Institutes Accepting
70+ Excellent (Top 50 Rank) IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi
60 – 69 Very Good (Rank 51-200) IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, IIITDM Jabalpur
50 – 59 Good (Rank 201-500) IIT Roorkee, IIT Jodhpur, Srishti Manipal
40 – 49 Moderate (Rank 501-1000) UPES, MIT, Pearl Academy
30 – 39 Low (Rank 1001-2000) UID Ahmedabad, DJ Academy
Below 30 Weak (Above 2000 Rank) Private Design Colleges

CEED 2025 Seat Matrix: Institute Wise

The CEED 2025 seat matrix shows the number of Master of Design (M.Des) program places at India’s leading design institutes. This analysis shows seat distribution for CEED at leading IITs along with category-wise seat allocation through past trends.

IIT Bombay (Expected 2025 Seat Matrix)

Specialization General EWS SC ST OBC-NCL Total
Communication Design 7 2 3 1 4 17
Animation Design 5 2 2 1 4 14
Industrial Design 7 1 2 2 5 17
Mobility and Vehicle Design 6 1 2 1 4 14
Interaction Design 6 2 3 1 4 16
Total 31 8 12 6 21 78

What is the CEED marks for IIT Bombay?

CEED marks for IIT Bombay are determined based on the candidate's results in the exam, especially for admission to the Master of Design (M.DES) programs. While cutting varies each year, it is affected by factors such as the number of applicants, the level of difficulty of the survey, and available seats.

  • CEED Part A Cut-off: About 45.48 (mean), with a standard deviation of 16.98.
  • General Cutoff: According to past trends, around 40-45 marks for eligibility.
  • Category Seat Distribution: With a very competitive nature for general category students, the total number of seats across specializations such as communication design, industrial design, etc. is 78.

IIT Delhi (Expected 2025 Seat Matrix)

Specialization General EWS SC ST OBC-NCL Total
Industrial Design 12 3 4 2 6 27
Communication Design 10 2 3 1 5 21
Interaction Design 8 2 3 1 4 18
Total 30 7 10 4 15 66

IIT Guwahati (Expected 2025 Seat Matrix)

Specialization General EWS SC ST OBC-NCL Total
M.Des 13 3 5 3 9 33

IIT Hyderabad, IIT Roorkee, and IIITDM Jabalpur (Expected 2025 Seat Matrix)

Institute Specialization Total Seats
IIT Hyderabad M.Des 30
IIT Roorkee Industrial Design 20
IIITDM Jabalpur M.Des 30

Past Year Cut-off Analysis for CEED (2024-2022)

The CEED cut-off marks are critical to the candidates who are desiring admission into the M.Des courses offered in the different institutes. The marks indicated here are the minimum for the candidates to be considered for subsequent rounds of the selection process.

The cut-off category-wise for 2024, 2023, and 2022 are presented in the tables below:

CEED 2024 Cut-off

  • General Category: The cutoff for the General category in 2024 was 50.26, the highest in the last three years. This is up by 23.86% from the cutoff in 2023 (27.30), showing a competitive exam or increased level of difficulty.
  • EWS/OBC-NCL: Both EWS and OBC-NCL recorded the same cutoffs (45.23), a 16.5% increase over 2023 (24.57), indicating a more competitive examination environment.
  • Reserved Categories (PwD, SC, ST): The PwD, SC, and ST cutoffs stood at 25.13, indicating a higher cutoff than in 2023 (13.65), probably as a result of the difficulty of the exam or greater competition.
Category Part A Cut-off Marks
General 50.26
EWS 45.23
OBC-NCL 45.23
PwD 25.13
SC 25.13
ST 25.13

CEED 2023 Cut-off

  • General Category: The cut-off in 2023 was 27.30, down by 62.1% from 2022 (72), which shows that the exam in 2023 was comparatively easier.
  • EWS/OBC-NCL: Both of them shared the same cutoff of 24.57, 25% down from 2022 (22.12), indicative of an easier exam overall or reduced competition.
  • Reserved Categories (SC, ST, PwD): The cutoff for SC, ST, and PwD was 13.65, which declined dramatically by 42.5% from 2022 (12.29) following the easier exam trend.
Category Part A Cut-off Marks
General 27.30
EWS 24.57
OBC-NCL 24.57
PwD 13.65
SC 13.65
ST 13.65

CEED 2022 CUT-off

  • General Category: The cut-off for General was 24.58, the lowest in three years. This is a decline of 65% from 2021, which indicates a lighter exam or lower number of applicants.
  • EWS/OBC-NCL: Both EWS and OBC-NCL categories shared the same cutoffs of 22.12, which were about 25% lower than last year, reflecting a less competitive year.
  • Reserved Categories (PwD, SC, ST): The cutoffs for PwD, SC, and ST were 12.29, reflecting a consistent trend in reserved category cutoffs year after year following reservation principles.
Category Part A Cut-off Marks
General 24.58
EWS 22.12
OBC-NCL 22.12
PwD 12.29
SC 12.29
ST 12.29

Factors Affecting CEED 2025 Cut-off

CEED 2025 cut-off is guided by various considerations that decide the minimum marks to join the M.Des courses of institutes. The variables include the applicant count, test difficulty level, candidates' performances, and accessible seats.

  • Number of Applicants: The greater the number of applicants, the higher the cut-off since there is greater competition.
  • Difficulty of the exam: If the exam is tougher, the cut-off can be lower since fewer candidates can pass the minimum standards.
  • Seat Availability: More available seats usually result in a lower cut-off, as the demand-supply balance affects the scores.
  • Reservation Policies: The availability of reservation quotas for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD impacts cut-off levels differently for categories.
  • Trends of Previous Years: Previous year cut-offs provide a standard benchmark to be expected and are usually utilized to gauge the current year's cut-off.

CEED 2025 Result

The result of CEED 2025 will be declared on March 05, 2025, by IIT Bombay. The result will contain individual candidate scores in Part A and Part B along with their cumulative ranking (where applicable). Those candidates who obtain the minimum required marks will become eligible for counseling for admission to the participating institutions.

Also, check: CEED 2025 Result

Colleges Accepting CEED 2025 Score and Seats Offered

The following table provides the institutes that accept CEED 2025 scores, the courses they offer, and the number of seats available for admission to their M.Des programs. These institutes are well-established in design education and provide different specializations in design.

Institute Programs Offered Seats Offered
IIT Bombay M.Des in Industrial Design, Visual Communication, Product Design, etc. 40-50 seats
IIT Delhi M.Des in Industrial Design 30-40 seats
IIT Guwahati M.Des in Design, Product Design, etc. 20-30 seats
IIT Hyderabad M.Des in Interaction Design, Product Design 20-25 seats
IIT Kanpur M.Des in Design, Interaction Design 20-25 seats
IIT Roorkee M.Des in Industrial Design, Visual Communication 25-30 seats
IIITDM Jabalpur M.Des in Design, Engineering Design 20-25 seats
IIT Varanasi (BHU) M.Des in Industrial Design 15-20 seats
NID (National Institute of Design) Various Design Programs (Primarily in Industrial Design) 50-70 seats
CEPT University M.Des in Urban Design, Product Design, etc. 25-30 seats

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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Fees Structure

Structure based on different categories

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General3800
Women1900
sc1900
pwd1900

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