Exam Tips for CAT Section of NID, NIFT, UCEED, CEED entrance exam
Expected Paper Pattern
Based on past papers, the weightage of CAT section in the paper will be –
NID
75 / 100 marks.
For M.Des – common DAT for all Disciplines.
NIFT
100 / 200 marks.
UCEED
100 / 300 marks.
CEED
100 / 250 marks.
Expected Topics & Questions
Based on past papers, questions from following topics can be expected:
| Topics | Type of Questions Expected |
| 1. Sketching | Scenes from different points of view, 3D forms & objects, product drawing |
| 2. Visual Design | Ad, Poster, Signage, Doodling, Character, Logo, Mascot, Packaging |
| 3. Illustration | Storyboarding, Sequential drawing, Patterns, Color Compositions |
| 4. Creativity | Imaginary situations, Alternate uses, Storytelling, Creative writing |
| 5. Problem Solving | Problem identification, Problem Solving, Product design / redesign |
Example Questions:
NIFT CAT
Q.1. In the below grid, create a pattern with the shapes,
colors and textures inspired by any one
1. Indian food
2. Japanese zen garden
3. Fashion in Paris
UCEED CAT
Q.1. Drawing: The competitive examinations are finally over and you are going on a holiday. You are at the nearest railway station with your family and relatives, waiting for the train that you can see, arriving. The platform is bustling with activity. Other travellers with luggage, vendors and porters (and whatever else you are likely to observe) are also on the platform. Imagine and draw what you see, giving prominence to your family and relatives.
NIFT CAT
Q.2. Design a light equipment for any one of the following.
Write a brief about its features.
1. An embroiderer
2. A book lover to read in bed
3. A make up artist
Q.3.Draw and render any one of the following:
1. Your favorite content to watch on your phone
2. Your tea cup on a serving tray
3. Your hands are holding a book while reading
UCEED Drawing
Q.2. Aptitude: A visit to a museum or a zoo is always something we look forward to with much excitement. But such visits are very tiring too; after about an hour or so we look for a place to sit – a chair or bench, that is never nearby. What if we could carry our own chair everywhere?
Design a portable seating device that you could carry in your backpack or hand bag. It should be light enough to carry around, small enough to fit into your bag, easy to use, and good to look at.
Show the seating device when:
1. It has just been taken out of the bag &
2. It is ready to sit on
Assessment Criteria vs Tips
Here are tips to make your answer stand out based on the assessment criteria.
| Assessment Criteria | Tips to Stand Out |
| 1. Original & Interesting ideas | Try asking these questions to generate ideas → What if? How else? Why not? |
| 2. Sketching & Drawing skills | Get 3Ps right in your sketch → Perspective, Proportion, Presentation (Line Quality) |
| 3. Visual & Aesthetic Sense | Less is More. Create a balanced composition. Use colors effectively. Use Less Text |
| 4. Does it address the issue | Read the question. Use common sense. Ensure that your solution addresses the problem given |
Let’s compare 2 solutions:
Question: Design a poster on the topic: “Save the Girl Child”
Option 1: Idea stands out. Better use of colors. More balanced composition. Better quality of presentation. Text enhances the design.
Tips to Prepare
1. Practice live sketching & coloring
daily 30 mins
2. Solve past 5 years papers
(check solved papers from SILICA)
3. Think out of the box
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