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NIFT Delhi: Fees, Admission 2026, Courses, Placements, Ranking, Cutoff

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NIFT Delhi Highlights 2026

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Q:   Which is the best entrance exam for BDes: NIFT Entrance Exam or UCEED?
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NIFT entrance examination is Institutional based examination which will only help you to get into NIFT whereas UCEED is a common Entrance Examination which is accepted by many design colleges and universities. So if you plan to get into only NIFT then you do have to give NIFT Entrance Exam but if you plan to apply in many universities then UCEED is a better option as you'll have many university choices and you can get admission on the basis of UCEED score.
Q:   What are the courses offered at NIFT Delhi?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology offers B.Des and B.FTech courses at the undergraduate level. NIFT Delhi offers M.Des, MFM and M.FTech courses at the postgraduate level. Apart from the UG and PG courses, NIFT Delhi also offers a list of UG Diploma and Continuing Education (CE) short-term programmes with a course duration ranging between three months and one year depending on the course. 

Q:   Can I get NIFT Delhi without an entrance exam?
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No, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) only offers admission basis of candidates' performance in the NIFT entrance exam. Conducted by NIFT Delhi, the National Institute of Fashion Technology entrance exam is the only accepting exam for admission to NIFT Delhi for several UG, PG and UG Diploma courses. The final selection is based on Situation Test and Personal Interview. 

Q:   Is NIFT Delhi better than other campus, in terms of placements?
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According to India, Today Ranking 2022, NIFT Delhi is ranked 1 among all campuses that is followed by NIFT Mumbai and NIFT Bangalore. However, it is to note that NIFT has a centralised placement process across all its campuses. Companies can employ NIFT students from any course or campus through On-campus placement and Pre-placement offers.

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NIFT Delhi Admission Updates 2026

M.Des Admissions 2026

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10 Mar '26 - 31 Jul '26
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Q:   When will NIFT cutoff be released?
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The National Instituite of Fashion Technology will release the NIFT 2026 at the time of seat allotment and counseling.

The cut-offs will be available institute and category-wise for all the program at nift.admissions.nic.in.

The cut-offs will be prepared by considering factors like the seat intake, the merit rank of candidates, admission category, etc. Note that if the seat intake is increase the cut-off would likely go down and vice versa.

The cut-offs are available for the following titles:

  • Opening and Closing Rank Details for NIFT UG Counselling 2026
  • Opening and Closing Rank Details for NIFT UG (Lateral Entry) Counselling 2026
  • Opening and Closing Rank Details for NIFT PG Counselling 2026

To download the cut-offs, visit: https://nift.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/

Q:   How to get into NIFT Delhi for MDes?
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Candidates must visit the official website of NIFT to register themselves for MDes course. NIFT Delhi MDes admission is based on an entrance test comprising of a Creative Ability Test (CAT) and a General Ability Test (GAT). Shortlisted candidates on the basis of CAT/ GAT test scores are then required to appear for a Personal Interview round, conducted by NIFT. 

Q:   How many seats are there for M.Des at NIFT Delhi?
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The total seat intake for NIFT Delhi M.Des course is 43, including all the categories such as Open, SC, ST, OBC (NCL), GEN- EWS, PwD (Open, SC, ST and OBC (NCL). For the NRI/ Foreign Nationals category, the National Institute of Fashion Technology Delhi M.Des total seat intake is 5. The mentioned seat count is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Q:   Is it easy to get admission in NIFT Delhi?
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No, it's not easy to get admission in NIFT Delhi. Students have to meet the basic eligibility and get good scores in NIFTEE. Clearing the selection rounds including interview and counselling is also mandatory. The competition is high. With NIFT Delhi being one of the top fashion technology institutes of the country, the cutoff is high too. But, with right planning, students can get a seat at the institute.

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Placement Review IconPlacements4.5
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Top recruiting companies are Decathalon, H & M, Tailorman, Siyarams, Manyawar and Mohe, Sahi Export, Adidas, Aditya Birla Group, etc.
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B.Des. in Fashion Design - Batch of 2028
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Proud of my decision of choosing to come here.
Placements: Usually, all the students get placed. Either through college placements, faculty's help, or through connections/college exposure. The highest package is 60k p/m and the lowest package is 20k p/m. Fashion designer, analyst, stylist, and forecaster are the roles offered.
Infrastructure: Provides Wi-Fi, labs, smart classrooms, 3D printers, the highest technologies, library, hostels for girls only, play areas, etc. The faculty members also stay here till 7 p.m., so it’s usually good for asking doubts and seeking help. Quality and cleanliness are really good here.
Faculty: Extremely experienced teachers with great helpful connections that help in the future a lot. Exams are actually easy, but the competition makes it hard since comparatively marking works here. Pressure is what makes the exam difficult. Passing mark is usually above 40% on all subjects.
Other: Exposure and learning from the most experienced. More internship opportunities. Very happening college life, a good amount of events.
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B.Des. in Textile Design - Batch of 2027
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Best college for Textile design.
Placements: NIFT Delhi is a very popular and very good college in India. Our NIFT Delhi gives 99% placements and internship facilities. Placements are give according to your studies. The highest salary package is 11 to 12 LPA, average salary package is 7 LPA and the lowest salary package is 4 LPA. Students are placed in many textile and design companies.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure of our college is so good. Inside our college, we are inspired by many small things of the college. Our classrooms are very big and projectors connected. Very good quality hostels available. All types of references books available in our library. Canteen and food court are good to go. High-speed internet facilities available.
Faculty: Teachers are very good and experienced. They are very knowledgeable and always try to make our feature bright. Our ever subjects teachers are give facilities to complete our final year projects. Our semester exam is little bit difficult but not impossible to pass because our teachers solve our all problems everyday basis and give class notes. In our department all students get pass.
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B.Des. in Leather Design - Batch of 2027
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Our college teachers are very helpful and various facilities are available.
Placements: The leather design department has a good placement record above 90-95%. This course the highest salary package offered was 12 LPA and average salary package offered was 5-6 LPA. Top recruiting companies are Index Sports, Lexus, metropoli fashion and so on. Our college gives a internship facilities. This course top roles are Range develops, buyers, production manager etc.
Infrastructure: Our college infrastructure are so good. Big classrooms are available, all rooms LAN and projectors are connected. Wi-Fi speed is so good. All types of reference book available in our library. Inside our college hostel and food court facilities are available. Our college organized per year sports and games.
Faculty: Our department teachers are very senior and very helpful. Teachers are provide a notes regular basis. Our department teachers are very knowledgeable. Teachers are gives your 100% efforts to make the students for industry ready. Our college final semester exam is not difficult because our teachers provide a suggestion. Specially our department all students are pass.
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NIFT Delhi Cutoff 2025

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NIFT Entrance Exam Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202320242025
B.Des. in Fashion Communication7248114
B.FTech. in Apparel Production1955874
Master of Design (M.Des.)384340
Master of Fashion Technology (M.FTech)382530
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)212532
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Q:   What rank is required for NIFT Delhi B.Des admission?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Delhi admits students to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses based on their NIFT entrance exam scores. As per the NIFT Delhi cutoff 2025, the Round 1 closing rank for the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme ranged between 54 and 800 for the students belonging to the General All India category. Among all the specialisations, B.Des. in Fashion Communication was the most competitive, with the lowest cutoff rank of 54. For other specialisations, the NIFT Round 1 closing ranks are tabulated below:

CourseNIFT Round 1 Cutoff 2025
B.Des. in Accessory Design151
B.Des. in Leather Design800
B.Des. in Fashion Design86
B.Des. in Knitwear Design446
B.Des. in Fashion Communication54
B.Des. in Textile Design302
Q:   Is the NIFT cut-off higher for top institutes such as NIFT Delhi?
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NIFT Delhi is frequently ranked among the top design colleges in the country. So, the admission cut-off for the institute is pretty high, especially when compared to the lower-ranked colleges. This is because being a higher-ranked college, NIFT Delhi receives a higher number of applicants. Another factor is more number of higher ranked candidates want to get admission in the institute, which also pushes up the cut-off. On the other hand, lower ranked colleges are not a priority for the top ranked candidates; meaning a higher number of lower ranked candidates applies to these institutes. This keeps the cut-off low in these institutes.

Q:   What rank is required for NIFT Delhi MFM?
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Candidates seeking admission to NIFT Delhi MFM course must visit the official website of NIFT to apply online. Candidates can check out the MFM last merit ranks of NIFT Delhi cutoff 2024 for the open category candidates in the table given below:   

Course

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Master of Fashion Management

25

Q:   What is a good rank to apply at NIFT Delhi for M.Des?
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NIFT Delhi offers a two-year full-time MDes course at the postgraduate level. NIFT Delhi cutoff 2024 has been released up to Round 5 wherein the closing rank for the MDes course stood at 25 for the General category students under the All India quota. So, candidates seeking admission to NIFT Delhi this year must secure a rank up to 25 to be eligible for MDes course. 

Candidates seeking admission can refer to the table given below to check out the round-wise NIFT Delhi M.Des cutoff 2024 for the students belonging to the General AI category: 

RoundNIFT Last Round Closing Ranks 
130
223
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429
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NIFT Delhi Rankings 2025

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Q:   What is the rank of National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi is ranked 1st under Fashion Designby ranking bodies like The Week, India Today and Outlook in 2025. It is one of the most known and prestigious institutes for doing courses in Fashion Design. 

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NIFT Delhi Placements 2025

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Reliance Brands
P&G
Monte Carlo
Lifestyle International
Naukri Com
Indian Terrain
Ikya
H M
Dixcy
BlackBerry Clothing
Bata India
Arvind Mills
Decathlon
India Mart
Mangalam Arts
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Internships and industry projects

Offered every semester

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Employment opportunities

Many students looking for better jobs

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Higher studies preferences

Both inside India & outside India

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Organized & proactive placement process

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Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Love being in college

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Q:   Which are the top recruiters that visited NIFT Delhi campus during the placement drive?
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The columns below showcase the list of some top recruiters that visited NIFT Delhi campus during the placement drive for the AY 2022:

NIFT Kolkata Placement: Uppermost Recruiters
TitanNoiseBoat 
BlackBerryMyntraAditya Birla Group
FabindiaNikeReliance Retail
Q:   Can I get a job after passing out from NIFT Delhi?
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According to the information gathered from unverified sources, the topmost package given at the time of NIFT Delhi placements in the AY 2022 stood between INR 12 LPA and INR 15 LPA. In continuation, the mean package offered during NIFT Delhi UG and PG placements 2022 stood at INR 4.50 LPA and INR 5.70 LPA, respectively. Not only this, as per some other online sources, NIFT Delhi students bag decent internships during the academic years, where the stipend paid starts from INR 5,000 and ends around INR 7,000 per month.

NIFT Delhi Scholarships 2026

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Q:   How to apply for UDAAN scholarship at NIFT Delhi?
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NIFT Delhi offers UDAAN - Means cum Merit scheme for foreign students. The scholarship is offered to economically weaker students. The scholarship will be given to Undergraduate and Postgraduate students of the regular programme of NIFT excluding those admitted under NRI/ NRI sponsored category. Students can apply for the scholarship via online application and submitting a fee of INR 2,000.

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NIFT Delhi Courses and Fees 2026

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Q:   What is the fee for B.Des at NIFT Delhi?
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NIFT Delhi provides Fashion and Design courses across various specialisations. BDes is one of the flagship programmes of NIFT Delhi. The total tuition fee for the NIFT BDes course is INR 12.34 Lacs. Admission to the course is based on NIFT entrance exam followed by situation tests, personal interviews, and counselling. Interested candidates can visit the official website and fill out the application form. 

Q:   What is the fees for MDes at NIFT Delhi?
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The total fee includes various fee components, such as tuition fee, security deposit, etc. A few of these components are one-time chargeable, while some have to be paid annually/semesterly. Candidates can refer to the below table for NIFT Delhi MDes fee breakup:

Course NameOne-Time FeeTuition FeeHostel Fee
MDesINR 27,200INR 5.9 lakhINR 2.21 lakh

NOTE: The aforementioned fee amount is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Q:   How many mock tests do I need to take for the NIFT 2024 exam?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) may or may not conduct mock tests. So, the candidate can take mock tests conducted by coaching institutes or by online outlets to practice for the exam. Typically, the more mock tests a candidate takes, better it is from an exam point of view. That being said, mock tests are usually taken closer to the exam to give finishing touches to ones preparation. For instance, by taking mock tests, the candidate will learn to hone ones time management skills, along with improving problem-solving skills. Note that the candidate must solve sample papers and previous years NIFT question papers, along with taking mock tests, to effectively prepare for the exam.
Q:   What is the fee for UG courses at NIFT Delhi?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology Delhi (NIFT Delhi) offers BDes and BFTech courses at the undergraduate level. NIFT admission 2024 to most of these courses is based on NIFT 2024 scores, followed by situation tests, personal interviews, and counseling. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of NIFT to apply online. In addition to UG and PG degrees, The entire tuition cost for the BDes programme at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Delhi is INR 10.80 lakh for the academic year 2024-2028. A one-time payment of INR 17,900 (refundable) will also be required at the time of admission in addition to the total tuition price. This one-time, refundable payment consists of a security deposit of INR 12,000 and a INR 5,900 membership fee for the alumni association.

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NIFT Delhi Application Process 2026

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Q:   Is there any entrance exam for admission to B.Des offered by NIFT, Delhi?
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Yes, candidates are required to appear for a written examination, which includes a Creative Ability Test CAT and a General Ability Test GAT for admission to the NIFT Delhi B. Des programme. Students who clear both tests are required to appear for the SAT for the final selection. The candidate should not exceed 24 (29 for SC/ST/PWD category students) years of age as of August 1 of the year of admission.
Q:   Where can I check the official schedule for the NIFT exam?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) releases the official schedule at - niftadmissions. The schedule includes the event-wise dates related to the NIFT 2025 entrance exam. This includes the release of the NIFT 2025 application form, the application last date (with regular and late fees), written exam date, declaration of results, etc. Alternatively, the candidate can follow this page to stay updated about NIFT 2025 exam.

Q:   What documents are required for NIFT Delhi admission and application?
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Students have to submit some documents during NIFT Delhi admissions and applications. The general list is as below:

  • Class 10 marksheet/ Certificate
  • Class 12 marksheet & Certificate
  • Bachelors degree and marksheets -for PG courses
  • PG marksheet & Certificate - for PhD
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport size photograph
  • Scanned copy of signature
  • Caste/ Category Certificate - if applicable
  • PwD/ UDID Certificate - if applicable
  • Research Proposal - for PhD courses
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Multiple sports grounds & coaching present

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Busy calendar with more than 3-5 weekly events

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Mess food

Mess and Cooking arrangements are Hygienic

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Can't miss a single lecture without penalty

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Students can wear whatever they want

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Paid compulsory courses

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Outside movement of girl students

Very restricted

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Q:   What facilities are given by National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi gives various infrastructure facilities for the convenience of the students. Fully equipped labs, three seminar/ conference halls, a resource centre with more than 15,000 books, and a hostel with 200 beds etc. are some of the facilities.

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NIFT Delhi FAQs

Q:   What is the hostel fee at NIFT, Delhi?
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In order to apply for the hostel, students must pay INR 23,000 + INR 25,500 (INR 8,500 X 03 months = INR 48,500) before joining the hostel. It is air-conditioned and has twin sharing rooms with all the basic facilities such as an almirah, desk, chair, B.Ed etc. There is a narrow balcony and big windows which don't open. Strict discipline, curfews and good conduct are always maintained in the hostel. It's well connected to Green Park and Hauz Khas metro station.
Q:   When will the National Institute of Fashion Technology conduct the NIFT 2024 exam?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) conducted the NIFT 2024 exam in two phases. The 1st phase included the written exams GAT and CAT.

The written exams was held on February 5, 2024. The scores of the written exam was used to shortlist c candidates for the 2nd phase, which will include a Situation Test (B. Des programme) or Personal Interview (PG courses).

The Situation Test was held on April 13, 2024, while the Personal Interview was conducted from April 1-6, 2024.

Q:   How many seats are offered at NIFT Delhi?
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NIFT Delhi offers selective number of seats. Students have to complete the admission process to get admission in the institute. The intake is different for each programme and is as below:

Course Name

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BDes

258

BFTech

43

Certificate

655

MDes

43

MFTech

37
Q:   Does NIFT Delhi accept offline applications?
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No, NIFT Delhi does not accept offline application for admissions. Students have to complete the application process through the official sites only. NIFTEE applications have to be submitted at NTA site. The NIFT Delhi application form is also available online only.

Q:   When and where will officials verify original documents for NIFT admission?
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The information provided by the candidate when filling out the NIFT 2026 application form are verified by NIFT officials before any candidate is considered for admission in the first week of June.

The verification of original documents is conducted online. 

Note that at the time of counseling registration, the candidate is required to upload documents. 

Also, if the certificates are in any other language than Hindi/ English, then a certified translation in Hindi/ English produced duly verified by the issuing institution/ gazetted officer. If the candidate fails to produce the translation, the candidate may be denied admission. 

Q:   Can I apply for NIFT 2024 with late fees?
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Yes, the National Institute of Fashion Technology will allow candidates with late fees. The late fee application window will open once the deadline to fill out the NIFT 2024 application form with regular fee closes. The start and last date to fill out the NIFT 2024 application form with late fee will be notified by the institute before the regular application form closes or sometime thereabout. The late fee for NIFT 2024 will be INR 5,000. The late fee has to be paid in addition to the application fee, which is INR 3000 for open category candidates.

Q:   What is the entrance exam for MDes course admission at NIFT Delhi?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology admit candidates to MDes programme based on merit in the national-level design entrance test conducted by the institute. Candidates seeking admission to this PG course need to take part NIFT exam (CAT), which is conducted in offline mode. Candidate should check NIFT Entrance Exam pattern, preparation tips, and more.

Q:   Is NIFT Delhi a government or a private college?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology Delhi was established in 1986 under the Ministry of Textiles of the Government of India. The NIFT Act of the Indian Parliament made NIFT Delhi a statutory institution in 2006 and gave it the authority to award its own degree. The National Institute of Fashion Technology in Delhi is the first of the country's 19 NIFTs to open as a campus. NIFT Delhi is also a government institution with autonomy. NIFT Delhi's campus infrastructure has won numerous awards.

Q:   Is it tough to get into NIFT Delhi?
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Because of the institute's historic past and strong competition for admission, getting into National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Delhi might be difficult. Numerous aspirant students of fashion and design are drawn to NIFT, one of India's top fashion colleges. Here are some things to think about:

Entrance Exam: The NIFT Entrance Exam is a proprietary assessment administered by NIFT that assesses a candidate's aptitude, creativity, design skills, and general knowledge concerning fashion and design. Because of the intense competition for admission, getting a decent score on the exam is essential.

Merit-based Selection: Admission to NIFT, Delhi is primarily based on merit. The institute considers various factors, including the candidate's performance in the entrance exam, portfolio review, situation test, and sometimes a personal interview. The final selection is based on the cumulative score of these components.

It is important to remember that although admission to NIFT Delhi may be difficult, the institute provides top-notch facilities, industry partnerships, faculty knowledge, and placement chances. Therefore, applying to NIFT Delhi can be a fulfilling experience if you have a strong interest in Fashion and Design and are prepared to put in the necessary work.

Q:   How are NIFT, Shillong placements as compared to NIFT, Delhi?
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NIFT Delhi and NIFT Shillong both have very good placement records. NIFT Delhi boasts an outstanding 99% placement rate for B.Des students. Top organisations such as Monte Carlo, Future Group, and Bata India hire from there. On the other hand, NIFT Shillong boasts a placement record of roughly 80-85%, with average annual packages of INR 6-7 lakhs and the maximum exceeding INR 20 lakhs. Major organisations from locations such as Bangalore, Pune, and Mumbai participate in the placements. Overall, NIFT Delhi has slightly higher placement rates, although both institutes provide good possibilities and strong business links.

Q:   What is the seat reservation policy for M.Des at NIFT Delhi?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Delhi offers seat reservations to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/GEN and PWD categories. Thus, these category candidates can apply for admission under these categories. The relevant category certificate has to be submitted for verification purposes. The seats are confirmed only after verification. Moreover, there are a total of 43 seats for the MDes programme. This seat count is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Q:   Is there any seat reservation for B.Des at NIFT Delhi?
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Yes, the National Institute of Fashion Technology has seats reserved for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/GEN and PWD categories. Candidates have to submit the relevant category certificate to secure a seat under these categories. The mentioned details are as per data taken from the web. Hence, is indicative.

Q:   What are the dos and don'ts for the NIFT CAT exam?
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The NIFT CAT exam will be administered in an offline mode and will be a drawing-based exam. During the course of the exam, the candidate is not allowed to write any personal details and place identification marks. The CAT exam will evaluate the candidate on parameters like intuitive ability, power of observation in concept development, and design ability. To prepare for the CAT the candidate needs to work on geometrical shapes, product drawing, line quality, shading, human figures, principles of composition, etc. To improve ones figure drawing skills, one may stick drawing, before moving on to block drawing, and then evolving to add clothes and other items.

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, students can get admission in NIFT Delhi UG programmes after Class 12. Students have to apply and appear for the NIFTEE test. The final selection for BDes and BFTech programmes is based on the performance in the entrance test.

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Manashjyoti Srivastava

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Answered 2 months ago

To get admission in NIFT Delhi, students have to check the eligibility first. Eligible students can then apply online. The institute selects students through an entrance basis only. Students have to appear for the NIFTEE and clear the other selection rounds. This includes counselling and interview.

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Virajita Sharma

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, NIFT Delhi does have an entrance exam to shortlist students for admissions. The institute accepts NIFT Entrance Exam - NIFTEE. The test is conducted by NTA for admission to BDes, BFTech, MDes, MFTech, NLEA programmes. Students can check the institute's site to know more.

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Sanjana Srivastava

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Answered 2 months ago

NIFT Delhi eligibility has to be met for students to get admission in the institute. The selection process is entrance-based. The common eligibility is as below:

  • NIFT Delhi UG eligibility - Class 12 from a recognised board
  • NIFT Delhi PG eligibility - UG degree in relevant field
  • NIFT Delhi PhD eligibili

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Aishwarya Malhotra

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Answered 2 months ago

NIFT Delhi fees has to be paid timely. The payment can be completed through the accepted mode of payment. Students can check the table below to know about the National Institute of Fashion Technology Delhi fees for some of the programmes:

Course Name

Tuition Fee

BDes

INR 13 lakh

BFTech

INR 13 lakh

Certificate

INR 94,000 - INR 1.9 lakh

MDes

INR 6.2 lakh

MFTech

INR 6.2 lakh

MFM

INR 6.2 lakh

PG Diploma

INR 2.8 Lacs - INR 3.5 lakh

PhD

INR 2.8 lakh

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