CEED Exam Pattern
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CEED Exam Pattern
CEED Exam Pattern
CEED consists of Part-A and Part-B. Candidates must attempt questions from both parts.
| Part | Mode | Duration | Marks | Question types |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A | Computer-based test | 1 hour | 150 | NAT, MSQ and MCQ |
| Part-B | Questions displayed on computer; answers written in answer booklet | 2 hours | 100 | Five mandatory subjective questions |
Part-A
| Section | Questions | Marks | Negative marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAT | 8 | 4 marks each | No negative marking |
| MSQ | 10 | Partial marking | Negative marking in applicable cases |
| MCQ | 26 | 3 marks each | -0.5 for an incorrect answer |
Part-B
Part-B contains five mandatory questions covering Sketching, Creativity, Form Sensitivity, Visual Sensitivity and Problem Identification. Each area carries 20 marks, for a total of 100 marks.
Final Score
The CEED final score is calculated as:
Final Score = 0.25 × Part-A marks + 0.75 × Part-B marks.
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Last verified: 01 October 2026
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