When will 2026 academic session begin at SOFT CET?

MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, will start the academic session around the last week of June 2026. The academic session will commence once counseling and seat allotment process is over. The SOFT CET 2026 result will be announced sometime around the last week of May 2026. The result will be released in the form of a merit list.

What will be the mode of SOFT CET - Studio Test?

Candidates appearing in SOFT CET exam will have to appear in a Studio Test round, which will be conducted online via Google meet. The Google meet link (or Link 1) will be shared with the candidate one day prior to the groups. The Studio Test will be held online from 11 am to 12.15 pm. All instructions for the Studio Test will be shared with the candidate by moderators in the meet.

What are weightage carried by various components of SOFT CET 2026 exam?

The SOFT CET 2026 exam will have the following THREE components: General Ability Test Studio Test Personal Interview + Portfolio Statement of Purpose The weightage carried by each of the exam components is shown in the table below. Online Test 60 Marks Studio Test / Group Discussions 140 Marks Personal Interview (Portfolio + Statement of Purpose) 50 Marks

When is SOFT CET 2026 Entrace Exam for B.Des and M.Des?

SOFT CET exams will be on January 09, 2026 and January 10, 2026. The exam will include three tests: 1) General Ability Test, 2) Studio Test, and 3) Personal Interview + Portfolio Statement of Purpose. The applications are open for UG and PG programmes.

Do I need to solve sample papers to prepare for SOFT CET?

Sample papers are very useful tools for exam preparation. So, if you are preparing for SOFT CET, you may start solving sample papers after, say, completing a chapter. The more sample papers you solve, the better you get a problem-solving and time management. Your understanding of key concepts will also improve as you go on solving problems. Along with sample papers, also solve previous years' papers.

Do I need to appear in a studio test as part of SOFT CET exam?

The SOFT CET exam will be conducted in THREE parts: General Ability Test Studio Test Personal Interview + Portfolio +Statement of Purpose As you can see, the exam also includes a STUDIO Test. All the three parts or sub-exams will be conducted on the same day. Note that the candidate has to appear in all the sub-exams.- If the candidate doesn't appear in of the sub-exams, he or she will not be included in the merit list.

When will SOFT CET 2026 admit card be released?

MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, will conduct the SOFT CET 2026 exam starting sometime in the 4th week of May 2026. The admit card will be released a few days before the exam. The candidate has to download the admit card using theiir candidate credentials. On the day of the exam, bring your admit card and a valid photo ID proof.

What is the application fee for SOFT CET Entrance Exam 2026?

The application fee for SOFT CET 2026 is INR 4,000 for B.Des and M.Des programes. The applications are open for all the programmes. The institute has not specified the last date.

How much time is needed to complete SOFT CET 2026 syllabus?

SOFT CET is a popular design entrance exam. So, the competition is going to be there, though not at the level of a NIFT or NID DAT. That being said, you will ideally need around 4-5 months to complete the SOFT CET syllabus. Start you preparation, if you haven'r already. As part of the preparation, make it a point to solve sample and previous years' question papers.

Do I need to follow the SOFT CET syllabus?

Questions in SOFT CET 2026 exam will be asked from the official syllabus. So, candidate needs to strictly follow the syllabus. Also, make sure that you don't follow any unofficial syllabus released by a third party. Note that the official syllabus will be released by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune.

When will the SOFT CET syllabus be released?

MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, will release the syllabus for SOFT CET 2026 at the time of release of the application form. SOFT CET application form will open around the 3rd week of March 2026. The candidate can download the syllabus from the portal. The syllabus will include details like sections, section-wise topics, important topics, etc. Questions in the exam will be asked from the official syllabus.

When is the right time to solve sample papers for SOFT CET exam?

Sample papers can be solved as part of one’s SOFT CET 2026 exam preparation plan. Also, you can solve them very early on in your exam preparation. If you have completed a few topics, try solving questions related to those topics. As you move deeper into the syllabus, there will be more questions to solve. Solve as many sample papers as you can.

When will the SOFT CET 2026 exam be conducted?

The SOFT CET exam is conducted by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune. SOFT CET 2026 will be conducted on January 09 and 10, 2026. The detailed schedule will be released at the official admission portal. The SOFT CET exam has the following components: General Ability Test Studio Test Personal Interview + Portfolio Statement of Purpose The final merit list of SOFT CET 2026 will be prepared by giving weightage to each of these test components.

What is the process of SOFT CET interview?

SOFT SET exam is conducted in three parts General Ability Test Studio Test Personal Interview + Portfolio + Statement of Purpose The personal interview will be conducted online via Google meet. The interview link will be shared with the candidate prior to the interview. The interview will be conducted between 1 and 4 pm. At the time of the interview, the candidate needs to keep their portfolio ready.

Do I need to solve sample papers for SOFT CET 2026 exam?

Sample papers are good resources/ tools to prepare for an entrance exam like SOFT CET 2026. You can buy sample papers for design entrance exam in the market. For instance, sample papers for NIFT, NID, UCEED, etc. Solve sample papers as early as you can. By solving sample papers you can get exam ready. Also, silly mistakes can be fixed by solving sample papers. You can also improve your problem-solving and time management.

What is the eligibility criteria for SOFT CET B.Des 2026?

The eligibility criteria for SOFT B.Des is XIIth Pass in any Stream – Arts/Commerce/Science/Home-Science/Minimum Competency Vocational Course (MCVC), including National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE)/ other State Govt. Technical Education full-time Diploma of minimum three years after Std Xth (any stream) For NRI & Foreign students with equivalence from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi

By what date can I make the payment of fees to confirm my SOFT CET admissions?

Candidates can usually be given 4 days to confirm their SOFT CET admissions. If the payment is not made within the given deadline, seat will be cancelled and allocated to the candidate next in the order of merit.

Are there any sample question papers for SOFT CET available on the official website?

Yes, there are sample papers for SOFT CET on website. Once the candidate registers successfully for the entrance exam, an email with sample papers will be sent. Candidates can use sample papers to prepare for the exam.

Where can I check SOFT CET results?

SOFT CET 2026 Merit List will be released on the website. Candidates need to log in and then check the result. Result will be out for those candidates who have given the SOFT CET Entrance Exam.

Is the SOFT CET exam schedule for BDes and MDes programmes similar?

Yes, SOFT CET exam dates for both the examinations is the same. As per the official website, all the examinations will be conducted on the same date. The candidate can check the detailed schedule in the admission portal.

What will be the mode of the SOFT CET exam?

SOFT CET 2026 will be conducted online. The exam will be conducted on January 09, 2026.

I have registered for SOFT CET, but due to some reason, I will can't appear in the exam. Will the application fee refunded?

SOFT CET registration fee for all the programmes is non-refundable and non-negotiable. So it will not be returned if you have not appeared for the exam.

How can I get admission to B.Des programme through SOFT CET?

Candidates seeking admission to the B.Des and Diploma design courses at MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, need to take the SOFT CET entrance exam. The SOFT CET entrance exam for B.Des will include the following steps: General Ability Test Studio Test Personal Interview + Portfolio +Statement of Purpose All the tests will be conducted on the same day. The final merit list will be prepared by giving weightage to each test component.

What topics do I need to prepare for SOFT CET verbal/non-verbal reasoning section?

The SOFT CET verbal and non-verbal reasoning section will include questions from the following topics. So, make sure that you prepare the topics, solve sample questions, and also take mock tests. Mathematical Operations Verification of True Statement Assertion & Reason Sequence Puzzles Direction Sense Test Series Completion Arithmetic Reasoning Cause & Effect Reasoning Inserting the Missing Character Statement Assumptions Theme Detection

What are the B.Des courses offered through SOFT CET?

MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune, conducts the SOFT CET exam for admission to B.Des and Diploma courses. The B.Des programme has the following specializations: Fashion Design Fashion Communication Textile Design Jewellery Design Interdisciplinary The duration of the B.Des programme will be 4 years.

What is the procedure of SOFT CET 2026?

SOFT CET Entrance Examination will consist of General Ability Test + Creative Ability Test / Group Discussions + Personal Interview. All candidates must give all three tests.

Can I make the SOFT CET payment via offline mode?

Yes. The admission fee to confirm the admissions can be made via online or offline mode. For offline mode, candidates are required to send a DD with their Name and Contact Details behind the DD. DD Name: School of Fashion Technology Payable: at Pune Please courier the DD at SCHOOL OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY, PUNE Address: Sr.13/1/2, Narhe Ambegaon, Opp. To Vision English Medium School, Pune, Maharashtra 411041

On what basis will admission to Undergraduate degree programme will be offered through SOFT CET?

A student needs to appear for a General Ability Test, Studio Test, followed by a Personal Interview + Portfolio + Statement of Purpose in order to get a seat in colleges. Note that all the stages are mandatory. This means if the candidate doesn't appear in any stage of the admission process, he or she will be disqualified.

What is the registration fee for SOFT CET?

The registration fee for SOFT CET is INR 4,000 for all the programmes and categories. Application fee has to be paid online at the time of filling out the application form.

Other than UG and PG courses, what all courses is offered through SOFT CET?

Apart from Bachelors and Masters programme, the institute offers Industry Integrated Programmes with International Exposure at the Diploma level. The duration of these courses varies from 1 year to 3 years.

Can I crack SOFT CET with my NIFT preparation?

NIFT, NID DAT, and UCEED are considered the three most important design entrance exams in the country. Consequentlty, they are the most competitive and amongst the toughest. So, if you are preparing for NIFT, your preparation should be enough to appear in SOFT CET and get a good rank. Note that SOFT CET may have low cut-offs, which will make admission easier.

Do I need to take coaching to prepare for SOFT CET exam?

The difficulty level of SOFT CET is not at the same level as say a NIFT, NID DAT, or UCEED. So, you don't exactly need to take coaching to prepare for the exam. That being said, if you are finding the syllabus extremly difficult, you may take help from a peer, teacher, or consider taking up coaching. Also, even if you take coaching, your effort will decide your success.

Between NID DAT and SOFT CET, which one should I choose?

The NID DAT exam is conducted for admission to the NIDs, which are amongst the top design colleges in the country. As such, NID DAT is amongst the toughest entrance exams in the country. In contrast, SOFT CET is comparatively easier. So, which exam you decide to take will depend on your priorities and also to some extennt on your abilities. If you feel like your preparation is top level, you can try NID DAT.

What is the eligibility for SOFT CET M.Des 2026?

The eligibility critria for SOFT M.Des is Full-time Degree of minimum 4 year duration in Design/Fine Arts/Applied Arts/Architecture Three Year Bachelor Degree from any recognised University, In B Design/ Fashion Technology, B Tech. / 3 years Diploma of Government Polytechnic + Any Bachelor's Degree & Industry Experience, B.Sc. Textile Science in Apparel Design, B.Sc .Fashion Design. NOTE: For three year Degree programme the students will have to do a bridge course of 8 credits in their first year ( 4 credits each Sem I and Sem II) Undergraduate in any discipline from any institute / university recognised by law in India, having an aptitude as well as private Diploma certificates in the related field of fashion.

SOFT CET 2026: Application (OPEN), Syllabus, Eligibility, Admission Process

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Updated on Jan 26, 2026 17:57 IST

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SOFT CET 2026 applications are open for B.Des and M.Des programmes at MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune. The last date is not mentioned on the official website. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria for SOFT CET 2026 can apply. The application fee is INR 4,000. Students are requested to fill out the SOFT CET Enquiry form to know details of the applications and exams. The SOFT CET 2026 exam for UG and PG programmes will be conducted on January 09, 2026 and January 10, 2026.

SOFT CET 2026 will be conducted in online and offline modes. Students can select one date and one mode only. The SOFT CET 2026 will include the following tests, and all the tests will be conducted on the same day.

General Ability Test
Studio Test
Personal Interview + Portfolio + Statement of Purpose

The SOFT CET 2026 result will be considered for admission to the UG, PG, and diploma design courses offered by MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune.

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