UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des Syllabus : Check Important Topics, Best Books

Samiksha Rautela

Updated On: October 10, 2023 12:03 pm IST | UPSEE

The UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des exam 2024 is likely to be held in May 2024. Check out the fresh exam schedule, best books and detailed syllabus of B.Des UPCET here.

UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des Syllabus : Check Important Topics, Best Books

The Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test (UPCET) earlier known as UPSEE (Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Exam) is a state-level entrance examination held for admission to the colleges affiliated to AKTU. AKTU commonly known as Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University offers different undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in engineering, design, pharmacy and other fields. 

This entrance exam is held annually to offer admissions to various professional programmes like B.DesB.TechB.ArchB.Pharm, etc. Students of Uttar Pradesh and other states can appear for UPSEE. The B.Des exam 2023 exam was held from May 21 - May 31, 2023. As there are no official dates announced by AKTU, as per the previous year, B.Des exam 2024 is said to be held from May 15 - May 31, 2024. However, AKTU, affiliated colleges and other state universities of Uttar Pradesh are now accepting JEE Main/CUET scores. UPCET entrance exam has been replaced by other multiple national-level entrance exams such as CUET, NATA, and JEE Mains. The students with the aforementioned valid scores can sit for UPTAC or Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling. 

The B.Des UPCET syllabus comprises five sections with all objective-type questions. After understanding the syllabus structure, students who want to start preparing for B.Des 2024 must pick up the apt books and solve numerous sample papers. Apart from these candidates can also go for the previous year’s questions of UPCET (UPSEE) 2023. So, to get all the required information in one place, students can refer to this article.

UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des 2024 Highlights

Candidates planning to apply for UPCET for the year 2024, must go through the significant features mentioned below:
Name of the ExamUttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test
Acronym of the ExamUPCET
Earlier Known asUPSEE (Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Exam)
Conducting BodyNational Testing Agency
Mode of RegistrationOnline Mode
Mode of UPSEE B.Des Computer-based Test

UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des 2024 Important Dates

The official dates and the upcoming exam schedule for the UPCET B.Des exam have not been released yet. Aspirants can find the tentative dates for B.Des UPCET 2024 here.
EventImportant Dates (Tentative)
Application Process Begins1st week of February 2024
Application Process Ends2nd week of March 2024 
Application Form Correction3rd week of March 2024
Release of Admit Cards2nd week of May 2024
Exam DateMay 15 - 31, 2024
Result Declaration3rd week of June 2024
Counselling Begins1st week of July 2024

UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des Exam Pattern 2024

The exam pattern of UPCET B.Des 2024 has been captured below:
Exam ModeOnline
Exam Duration2 Hours
Type of QuestionsMCQs
Total Number of Questions100 Questions
Total Marks400 Marks
Total Sections5 Sections
Questions per Section20 Questions
Marks per Section80 Marks
Marks per Correct Answer+4
Negative MarkingNo Negative Marking
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UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des Important Topics 2024

Part A of the UPCET B.Des exam will be conducted in an objective-type mode. Part B is designed to evaluate the students as per their design aptitude. The exam comprises vivid subjects. Displayed below in a tabulated form is the syllabus of UPCET B.Des that candidates preparing for the examination need to cover.
SubjectImportant Topics
Section A- Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude
  • Fraction
  • Percentages
  • Square roots
  • Profit & Loss
  • Interest calculations 
  • Arithmetical Questions up to 10th Standard
Section B- Reasoning and Logical Deduction
  • Designs & Identification
  • Completion of Numerical Series
  • Syllogisms
  • Series based on the Numerical Pattern 
Section C- General Knowledge and Current Affairs
  • Historical Events
  • Countries & Currencies
  • Sports & Games
  • Current Affairs
Section D- English Language
  • Word Meanings 
  • Meaning of Phrases &Idioms
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Antonyms & Synonyms
Section E- Design
  • Pictorial and Diagrammatic Questions
  • Understanding of Shapes & Objects

Detailed UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des 2024 Syllabus

The detailed topic-wise UPCET B.Des syllabus is chalked out below. An aspirant must make a preparation plan and must cover all the topics before appearing for the B.Des UPCET final exam. Also, understanding all the topics included in the UPSEE B.Des syllabus will help candidates qualify for this entrance.

For Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude 

Provided below are the topics that are a part of  the Numerical Ability and Analytical Aptitude section  of  UPCET B.Des 2024:      

Geometry

Simple Algebra 

Numerical Calculation

Data/Table Analysis, Pie Chart Analysis, Graph & Bar Diagram

Profit & Loss and Interest Calculations 

Trigonometry

Calculation of Fractions, Percentage, Square Roots and others

Health & Nutrition 

Arithmetical Questions up to Class 10th

Questions related to the common use of Science (Physics & Chemistry)

For Reasoning and Logical Deduction

Questions in the section B or Reasoning and Logical Deduction may arise from the topics provided below:

Finding Pattern Trends

Assessment of Figures and Diagrams 

Selection of Related Letters/Words/Figures/Numbers 

Fill in the blanks of the series based on the Numerical Pattern and Logic of the series

Identification of Logic and Selection of correct answers based on the Logic 

Unfamiliar Relationships 

Identification of Odd thing/item out from a group

Completion of Numerical Series based on the Pattern/Logic

Geometrical Designs and Identification 

Syllogisms (logic-based questions)

For General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Questions in Section C of the UPCET 2024 B.Des exam are designed to test the knowledge of current affairs and other issues related to trade, industry, economy, sports, culture, and science etc. Here are some of the crucial areas that require focus:

Historical Events 

Current Affairs related to Business and Trade

Current Affairs/ Recent Events (Political, Social, Cultural and Economics)

Latest Who’s Who?

Sports and Games

Geography including Tourist Places and Spots

Countries and their Currencies 

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For English Language

The topics that a candidate must ace to get a good score in this section are as follows:

Grammar 

Antonyms and Synonyms

Vocabulary and Uncommon Words 

Word Meanings 

Complete/Improve the sentences with the correct usage of Pronouns, Verbs, Adverbs & Adjectives

Meaning of Phrases and Idioms 

Fill in the blanks 

Reading Comprehensions 

For Design Aptitude

Aspirants need to be ultra creative and unique to catch the eye of the examiner for the Design Aptitude section. Mentioned below are the areas where an individual needs to focus to ace the section.

Pictorial and diagrammatic questions to measure the understanding of transformation and /or manipulation of 2D shapes & 3D objects and their spatial relationships 

Knowledge of Practical, Mechanical and Scientific Concepts 

Ability to discern subtle differences in visual properties and aesthetic outcomes 

Ability to detect concealed properties in ordinary things, people, situations, events, and critical thinking about them 

Applying attention to certain details, analysing, reasoning, classifying, inferring and predicting 

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UPCET (UPSEE) B.Des Best Books 2024

To prepare for UPCET B.Des, candidates must pick up the best and latest books for the entrance exam. Enlisted below are books that an aspirant must opt for UPSEE B.Des preparation.

Class XI and XII UP Board Mathematics Textbook

Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Agarwal

15 Years Solved Papers UPTU UPSEE by Arihant Expert

General Knowledge by Arihant

How To Prepare for Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma

Popular Master Guide NIFT by R. Gupta

30 Days To More Powerful Vocabulary by Norman Lewis

Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency by Arihant

Objective General Knowledge by Lucent

Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis

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Eligibility Criteria for UPCET B.Des

Admit Card for UPCET B.Des

Result of UPCET B.Des

Seat Allotment Process of UPCET B.Des

Sample Papers for UPCET B.Des

Coaching Institutes for UPCET B.Des

Participating Colleges of UPCET B.Des

Counselling Process of UPCET B.Des

For qualifying in the UPCET B.Des exam, a candidate must be well prepared and well practised. A candidate with a creative bend of mind, logical thinking and the out of the box approach has high chances of scoring well in the B.Des UPCET exam. In case of any queries, write to us in the QnA zone.

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FAQs

When will the UPSEE B.Des application form 2024 released?

The UPSEE B.Des application form 2024 may be released tentatively in the first week of February 2024.

Are the UPCET and UPSEE the same?

Yes, the UPCET and UPSEE are the same entrance exams. UPCET was earlier known as UPSEE or Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Examination.

Is UPCET only for UP students?

No, students who are residents of UP and national students who fit all the eligibility criteria are eligible for the UPCET exam.

Is there any negative marking in UPCET 2024?

No, there is no negative marking system in UPCET 2024.

What should I refer to apart from Books for UPCET B.Des?

Apart from books students can refer to sample papers and previous year question papers for UPCET B.Des.

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