Srishti Manipal Entrance (Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology, Bengaluru)
Overview
Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology, Bengaluru admits students to its art and design UG programmes through the Srishti Entrance (a design aptitude/SMEAT-style test) along with a studio test and interview. It is one of India's premier art-and-design schools.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Aptitude test + studio test + interview
Duration:Approx. 2-3 hours
Total Marks:Composite
Marking Scheme:Composite of aptitude test, studio test/portfolio and interview
Sections
Design Aptitude & Visual Reasoning
Varies Questions•Varies Marks
Creative Writing / General Awareness
Varies Questions•Varies Marks
Studio Test & Portfolio
- Questions•Qualitative Marks
Interview
- Questions•Qualitative Marks
Syllabus
Design Aptitude
- Visualisation & Observation
- Material & Form Sense
- Conceptual Thinking
General Awareness
- Art & Design Awareness
- Environment & Society
- Creative Writing
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed/appearing Class 12 from any stream
- Portfolio/creative work expected
- Open to all-India candidates
Important Dates
Applications open
November 2026
Test windows
January-May 2027
Decisions
Through 2027
Application Process
- Apply on the Srishti Manipal portal
- Pay the fee and schedule the test
- Take the aptitude and studio tests
- Attend the interview with a portfolio
- Accept the offer
💡 Preparation Tips
- Curate a portfolio showing range and process
- Practise idea generation and rapid sketching
- Read about contemporary art and design
- Be ready to discuss your work in the interview
❓ FAQs
Is a portfolio mandatory?
Creative work/portfolio is a key part of the evaluation for Srishti Manipal's design programmes.
Can science students apply?
Yes, students from any Class 12 stream can apply.