CEED Exam Pattern 2024: Exam Mode, Duration, Part-A & B Structure, Marking Scheme, Negative Marking, & Weightage

Updated By Aarushi Jain on 16 Jan, 2024 22:04

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CEED Exam Pattern 2024

CEED Exam Pattern 2024: IIT Bombay has outlined the exam pattern for CEED 2024 in section 1.1 of the CEED 2024 information brochure. This pattern provides details about the structure of the CEED 2024 question paper, including question types, marking schemes, duration, timings, number of questions, and their weightage. The paper consists of two parts – A and B. Part A, a computer-based test (CBT), comprises objective-type questions assessing visual and spatial ability, environmental and social awareness, analytical and logical reasoning, language, observation, and design sensitivity. Part B contains five questions to evaluate the candidate's design, drawing, and writing skills. It is important to note that IIT Bombay has updated the syllabus for CEED 2024, and the exam is scheduled for January 21, 2024 (9 am - 12 noon).

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CEED 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights

The CEED 2024 exam is scheduled for January 21, 2024. Part A will take place from 9 am to 10 am, lasting for one hour. Following this, Part B will be a two-hour session from 10 am to 12 noon.

Particulars

Part A

Part B

Exam mode

Computer-based test

Offline

  • Please keep in mind that questions will appear on the computer screen, and you should record your answers in the provided answer booklet given by the invigilator. 
  • Use the computer to mark the appropriate box once you've answered a question.
  • Remember to submit the answer booklet after the exam.

Type & Number of Questions 

  • MCQ - 8
  • MSQ - 10
  • NAT - 23
  • Sketching - 1
  • Creativity - 1
  • Form Sensitivity - 1
  • Visual Sensitivity - 1
  • Problem Identification - 1

Total Number of Questions

41

5

Skills Tested

These questions aim to assess candidates in various areas such as visual and spatial ability, environmental and social awareness, analytical and logical reasoning, language, observation, and design sensitivity.

There will be questions to evaluate the candidate's design, drawing, and writing skills.

Duration

1 hour

2 hours

Total Marks

100

100

Language of Question Paper

English

English

CEED Exam Pattern 2024 for Part A

Part A of the CEED 2024 exam includes multiple-choice questions (MCQ), multiple-select questions (MSQ), and numerical answer-type questions (NAT), conducted in a computer-based mode. Part A lasts for one hour and comprises design aptitude questions. These questions aim to assess candidates in areas such as visual and spatial ability, environmental and social awareness, analytical and logical reasoning, language, observation, and design sensitivity.

Section

Maximum number of Questions

Number

Of Question

No. Marks awarded to correct Answer

Marks if Wrong

Marks if not

Attempted

Maximum Marks

Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions

8

1 — 8

3

0

0

24

Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)

10

9 — 18

3

0.25

0

30

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

23

19 — 41

2

0.5

0

46

Total

41

1 — 41

100

CEED Exam Pattern 2024 for Part B

Part B of the CEED 2024 exam comprises five questions that assess the candidate's design, drawing, and writing skills. In this section, questions will be presented on a computer screen, and candidates are required to solve them in an answer booklet provided by the invigilator. To indicate that they have answered a question, candidates must tick the corresponding box on the computer screen. The answer booklets for Part B will be collected after the examination.

Sections

Number of Questions

Question Number

Total Marks

Sketching

1

1

20

Creativity 

1

2

20

Form Sensitivity

1

3

20

Visual Sensitivity

1

4

20

Problem Identification

1

5

20

Total

5

1-5

100

CEED 2024 Marking Scheme

The CEED marking scheme 2024 differs for Part A as well as Part B of the PG level design exam. Candidates must note that there is a negative marking in Part A but Part B has no negative marking.

CEED Part A Marking Scheme

Aspirants can go through the marking scheme of CEED 2024 Part A in the table below:

CEED Part A Type of Questions

Marks per Correct Answer

Marks pee Wrong Answer

Marks if a Question is Unattempted

NAT

3 Marks

0 Marks

0 Marks

MCQ

2 Marks

-0.5 Marks

0 Marks

MSQ

3 Marks

-0.2 Marks

0 Marks

Total Marks

100 Marks

CEED Part B Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for the CEED Part B exam is provided below:

CEED Part B Type of Questions

Marking Scheme

Creativity

20 Marks

Sketching 

20 Marks

Visual Sensitivity

20 Marks

Form Sensitivity

20 Marks

Problem Identification

20 Marks

Total Marks

100 Marks

CEED Exam Pattern 2024: Important Notes

Provided below are the important notes for CEED 2024:

  • All questions of CEED Part A and Part B will be shown on a computer. 
  • Candidates will have to type the answers for Part-A on the computer. The answers for CEED Part B will have to be written in the answer booklet provided by the invigilator.
  • To answer NAT questions asked in CEED Part A, candidates need to use a virtual keyboard. No choices for correct answers will be shown in this section.
  • Each MCQ contains a total of four choices, out of which only one answer is correct.
  • Each MSQ contains a total of four choices, out of which one or more answers will be correct.
  • For Part A rough work scribble pads will be provided by invigilators. The pads have to be returned after the exam is completed.
  • Each question in Part B of CEED is compulsory.
  • In Part B of CEED, aspirants are allowed to use stationary such as crayons, coloured pencils and sketch pens unless otherwise specified in a question.

CEED Syllabus 2024

This year's CEED 2024 syllabus has been changed by the authorities. The essential topics of the entrance exam will be covered in the syllabus. Students must comprehend the principles of the topics included in the exam. Knowing the exam syllabus in depth aids applicants' preparation. The CEED 2024 syllabus is as follows:

CEED Syllabus 2024 - Part A

CEED 2024 (Part A) - Revised Syllabus 

Visualization and Spatial Ability

Environment and society

Practical and scientific knowledge

Analytical and logical reasoning

Observation and design sensitivity

Language

Creativity

Art and Design knowledge

Design methods and practices

CEED Syllabus 2024 - Part B

CEED 2024 (Part B) - Revised Syllabus 

Drawing

Creativity

Communication 

Problem identification

Best Books for CEED 2024

As CEED is an aptitude test, IIT Bombay does not suggest any specific book or guide for getting exam-ready. Nevertheless, if you are interested in referring to some of the best books for CEED 2024 preparation, you can take a look at the list below:

Part A

  • Cracking CEED & UCEED (with Previous Years' Papers and Mock Tests) by Ashok Goel and Arjun Kamal
  • Quantitative Aptitude by RS Aggarwal
  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
  • CEED & UCEED Exam Preparation - Advance Course Study Material by ICR Education
  • Rapidfire General Knowledge & Current Affairs 2024 for Competitive Exams by Disha Experts

Part B

  • CEED & NID M.Des Entrance Books and Test Series by Ashish Popli, Pradosh Swain, Rishabh Rhode
  • Design Drawing by Francis DK Ching
  • Perspective Drawing Handbook by Joseph D'Amelio
  • Art Perception by David Cycleback

CEED Sample Paper

Candidates need to engage in practising CEED sample papers to understand the exam pattern and marking system. By working on both sample papers and CEED previous year's question papers, candidates can familiarize themselves with the question formats. This practice not only boosts speed but also improves the accuracy of answers. Solving these sample papers is an effective way for candidates to identify weak points and overcome exam-related anxiety.

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FAQs about CEED Exam Pattern

How many sections does CEED have?

CEED is divided into two parts: Part A and Part B. Part A is a computer-based assessment of applicants' visual and spatial abilities, environmental and social awareness, analytical and logical thinking, language, observation, and design sensitivity. Part B is a drawing exam that evaluates applicants' sketching abilities as well as their ability to apply design concepts.

What is the duration of Part A of CEED?

Part A of the CEED exam is one hour in length. This time includes reading the directions, answering the questions, and double-checking your answers. Part A requires you to manage your time well because there are a lot of questions to answer in a short amount of time.

How much time is allocated for CEED Part B?

CEED Part B is allotted 2 hours of time. This time involves reading the directions, drawing, and answering questions.

Does CEED have negative marking?

There are no negative markings in CEED Part B. Part A of CEED, on the other hand, has negative markings. This implies that for each wrong answer in the MSQ part, you will lose 0.25 marks and for each incorrect answer in the MCQ section, you will lose 0.5 marks. It's worth noting that the negative grading in Part A only applies to the MSQ and MCQ sections. There is no negative marking for the drawing questions in Part B.

In which language is the CEED question paper asked?

The CEED exam 2024 is only administered in English. The CEED exam cannot be taken in any other language. This is due to the fact that CEED is a national-level test with questions meant to be understood by candidates from all over India.

What is the mode of CEED?

CEED is conducted both online and offline. Part A of CEED is a computer-based paper while Part B is a pen and paper based exam.

What is the marking scheme of CEED in Part A?

In Part A of CEED, 2 marks are given for every correct answer and no marks are deducted for a question left unattempted. In case of a wring answer, 0.6 marks are deducted in the first and third section of the exam and section two does not have any negative marking.

How many questions are asked in the Part A of CEED?

Part A of the CEED consists of 100 questions. Part A has 3 types of questions: numerical answer type (NAT), multiple choice question (MCQ), and multiple select questions (MSQ). Each question in NAT and MSQ sections is of 3 marks and each question in the MCQ section is of 2 marks, making the total of Part A equal to 200 marks. CEED Part A has a negative marking of 0.25 and 0.5 for MSQ and MCQ types of questions respectively.

What are the total marks of CEED Part B?

The total marks of CEED Part B are 100. There are 5 sketching questions, each carrying 20 marks. There is no negative marking in CEED Part B.

How many sketching questions are asked in CEED?

CEED Part B has 5 drawing/sketching questions. Each question is worth 20 marks, for a total of 100 marks for Part B. Candidates' ability to sketch objects and settings from various viewpoints, as well as their ability to apply design concepts, is assessed through the sketching questions.

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