The SEED examination is conducted to test the creative aptitude, observation, visualisations, subject related knowledge and critical thinking of the candidates. The detailed information of the SEED syllabus are given below
| Topics | Sub topics |
|---|---|
| Visualisation | Understanding and visualisation of simple and complex 2D & 3D geometric shapes, their manipulations and spatial relationships through representations in pictorial and geometric forms. |
| Observational, perceptual and reasoning abilities | Ability to read and see objects and information beyond obvious details. Make connections, make comparisons, form opinions, draw meanings & conclusions. Analyse your observations, express your point of view and present in a systematic and structured manner. |
| Creative and problem- solving abilities | Ability to visualise and relate images around us. Ability to identify a problem and attempt to provide solutions |
| Application of basic knowledge of science and mathematics | Observing applications of basic principles of science and mathematics learned up to standard 10th in the day-to-day activities & objects and finding the interesting relevance. |
| Art, craft, culture, design and environment | General awareness of Art, Craft, culture, design and environment in Indian as well as in Global context- various topics and sub-topics, people, material, tools, technique, issues & concerns, influences, period and contemporary trends. |
Topics and subtopics
| Topics | Subtopics |
|---|---|
| Principle of design | Unity, proportion, emphasis, rhythm, balance, gestalt, golden ratios etc. |
| Elements of design | Points, line, shape, form, colour, texture, space, basic geometry, optical illusion, etc |
| visualisation/ observations, symbolic meaning ( semantics, semiotics) | |
| Images from sports, culture, performing arts, etc- silhouettes and profession | |
| Creativity through process, brainstorming, synectics, reasoning, problem solving | |
| Sensitivity to environment, cultures, customs, social issues & concerns | |
| history/ evolution of art & design | |
| Basic science & mathematics | |
| Knowledge of materials (craft & craft skills) | |
| Technology awareness | |