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The admission process includes a written test and an interview for each programme. The written test may also include a material or studio test.
The IIT Bombay has started the admission process for MDes and MDes by Research programmes for the 2026 academic session at the IDC School of Design. The last date to apply with the regular application fee is March 23, 2026, while applications can be submitted till March 26, 2026, with a late fee of ₹500 per stream.
Candidates who have registered for CEED 2026 can use the same login credentials to access the MDes and MDes by Research application portal. Separate registration on the IIT Bombay external user portal is not required.
Also Read:- CEED 2026 Result Out at iitb.ac.in; Check Scorecard Date & Direct Link Here
IIT Bombay MDes Admission 2026 Dates
Candidates can submit the application form along with the prescribed application fee through the official portal acad.iitb.ac.in.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | March 9, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Regular Fee) | March 23, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (With ₹500 Late Fee) | March 26, 2026 |
| Shortlist for Evaluation Announcement | April 20, 2026 |
| MDes Written Test | May 8, 2026 |
| MDes Interviews | May 9–10, 2026 |
| MDes by Research Interviews | May 10–11, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June 1, 2026 |
| Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation | June 16, 2026 |
IIT Bombay MDes Admission 2026: Application Fee
The application fee for IIT Bombay MDes Admission 2026 varies by category and gender, as detailed below.
| Category | Regular Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Male (GN/OBC) | ₹300 | ₹800 |
| Female (All Categories) | ₹150 | ₹650 |
| Third Gender (GN/OBC) | ₹300 | ₹800 |
| SC/ST/PwD (All Genders) | ₹150 | ₹650 |
IIT Bombay MDes Admission 2026–27: Seat Matrix
Out of the total 68 seats, 3 seats (5%) are reserved for PwD candidates, and 7 seats (10%) are reserved for EWS applicants.
| Specialisation | General | EWS | OBC (NC) | SC | ST | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Design | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
| Communication Design | 6 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| Interaction Design | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| Animation Design | 5 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 12 |
| Mobility & Vehicle Design | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
| Total | 28 | 7 | 18 | 10 | 5 | 68 |
A total of 10 seats are available for the MDes by Research programme, including 1 seat reserved for EWS candidates.
Candidates are advised to check the official website of IIT Bombay (@idc.iitb.ac.in) and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.
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