University of Petroleum and Energy Studies Design Aptitude Test (UPESDAT) - Eligibility Criteria, Application Process And Exam Pattern for Post Graduation

Eligibility Criteria - M.Des
  • Minimum 50% marks at Higher and Senior Secondary Level (X & XII).
  • Minimum 50% marks in Bachelor’s Degree in Design/Engineering/Architecture/ Interior Design: 10+2+4 years (minimum four-year bachelor’s course)
    OR
    2 years M.Sc./MTech in Computer Science and Engineering. IT Subjects / Domains (Only for Interaction Design) or equivalent.
Selection Criteria

National Level / UPESDAT followed by Portfolio Presentation & Interview / UPESDAT / Board Merit followed by Portfolio Presentation & Interview

Process Flow

Aspirants are advised to adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Mode of Examination – Online test
  • Test duration – 1 hour
  • Take a Demo Test –
    M.Des. - https://cocubes.in/upesdemomdes
  • Interviews to be conducted after the exam and slot booking

It is recommended that students take a demo test to gain practice and resolve queries before the actual examination.

Application Process

Apply online - https://admission.upes.ac.in/apply

Students who have already applied, are advised to follow Exam process.

Non-Exam Pathway -
M.Des.: Candidates having valid CEED-2022 score will be exempted from UPES – DAT Exam.

Exam Process -

  • Take a Demo Test. Students are recommended to take demo test in order to gain practice and resolve any queries before actual examination. M.Des. - https://cocubes.in/upesdemomdes
  • Login credentials for online exam. Actual credentials (passkey) to appear for the exam on the chosen date will be provided to students one day prior to exam on registered email id and mobile number. This should not be confused with demo link passkey.
  • Examination Test window will be from 10 am to 1 pm.
    Student can login during the given timeframe and begin with the online test. Timer starts when the students login.
  • Results announced
  • Interviews to follow exam and slot booking
Exam Pattern

M.Des Admissions - UPESDAT

Scheme of Test - Online | 1 Hour

  • Sections - Visual Analogy
    No. of Questions - 15
  • Sections - Design Awareness
    No. of Questions - 15
  • Sections - Quantitative
    No. of Questions - 10
  • Total No. of Questions - 40
Results Declaration
  • M.Des. Results - https://results.upes.ac.in/2022/MDesResult/search.aspx
M.Des. Eligibility & Admission
  • Minimum 50% marks at Higher and Senior Secondary Level (X & XII).
  • Minimum 50% marks in Bachelor’s Degree in Design/Engineering/Architecture/ Interior Design: 10+2+4 years (minimum four-year bachelor’s course)
    OR
    2 years M.Sc./MTech in Computer Science and Engineering. IT Subjects / Domains (Only for Interaction Design) or equivalent.

Exam Pathway – Online UPES DAT (Design Aptitude Test) followed by interview and portfolio presentation

Non–Exam Pathway – Students with valid CEED scores could directly sit at interview and portfolio presentation

2022
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