SEED

The Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design (SEED) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune. This examination serves as the gateway for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate design programmes offered by constituent institutes under the Symbiosis umbrella. SEED evaluates candidates' aptitude, creativity, design awareness, and analytical skills, making it one of the prominent design entrance exams in India. The examination is conducted in online mode and assesses candidates through multiple-choice questions covering diverse areas such as design thinking, visualisation ability, observation skills, general knowledge related to design, and logical reasoning. The exam is recognised for its comprehensive approach to evaluating creative potential alongside academic aptitude. Top participating institutes include Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID) Pune, which offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various design specialisations. SEED provides admission opportunities to courses including Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in various specialisations such as Fashion Design, Communication Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, and Jewellery Design. The postgraduate programmes include Master of Design (M.Des) in Fashion Design, Communication Design, and other specialisations. The examination is typically conducted once a year, providing aspiring design students with a structured pathway to pursue their creative careers at one of India's reputed private universities.