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NIFT Chennai Highlights 2026

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Q:   Can we join BDes at NIFT Chennai without entrance exam?
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Joining NIFT Chennai's BDes programme without entrance exam doesn't seem like a possibility. As per the Institution's admission guidelines, candidates must appear for the qualify The National Institute of Technology (NIFT) exam. The exam is conducted once every year and has TWO parts:

  • Written Exams - It comprise the GAT and CAT. The GAT paper is mandatory for all programs, while only B.Des and M.Des candidates need to take the CAT. 
  • Situation Test/ Personal Interview - B.Des candidates who get shortlisted have to appear in the Situation Test.

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Q:   How many seats are available for BDes at NIFT Chennai?
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 NIFT Chennai offers a total of 305 seat intake for BDes and BDes lateral entry course. The seat breakup for the BDes coursre is 43 as per the specialisations offered in BDes and for the BDes lateral entry its 47 altogether.  The seat allocation has respectively common for all the reserved categories and division is equal for each specialisation. Additionally, 5 seats are given as per each specialisation for NRI and foreign candidates.

Q:   Are any internship opportunities available at NIFT, Chennai?
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No it is not available in NIFT.
Q:   Is NIFT Chennai campus safe?
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Yes, NIFT Chennai campus is safe for girls and boys. The college campus is located in Taramani, Chennai. It has a good connection with roads and public transports. CCTV cameras are installed in the campus to keep a check on students safety. 

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NIFT Chennai Admission Updates 2026

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Q:   Can an average student get into NIFT Chennai?
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Yes, an average student can get admission in NIFT Chennai. But this is only after completing the selection rounds. Students have to do well in all the selection rounds. With proper planning, average students can get admission in NIFT.

Q:   How are students shortlisted at NIFT Chennai?
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NIFT Chennai selection process is entrance-based mainly. The institute conducts an entrance exam of its own. Students have to appear for the NIFT Entrance Exam first. The test includes Creative Ability Test and General Ability Test. 

Q:   Can I get direct admission in NIFT Chennai?
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NIFT Chennai generally does not offer direct admissions. Students have to meet the admission requirements to get a seat. This includes appearing for entrance test + interview. Students may contact the NIFT Chennai admission desk to know more.

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NIFT Chennai
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3.8/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements3.7
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.1
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course3.6
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.3
Money Review IconValue for Money3.3
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B.Des. in Fashion Design - Batch of 2026
3.8
3Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
A college that has a great amount of talent and creativity .
Placements: The percentage of students placed is between 60 and 70 percent. The highest package goes up to INR 600000 per year, and the lowest is around INR 200000 per year. The top recruiting companies are local business houses in Chennai itself. 80 percent of students got internships. The top roles offered in the course are associate designer, assistant designer, and fashion stylist.
Infrastructure: The campus as such is great. The design itself is super cool, and the facilities provided are great, like air conditioning in all labs. The Wi-Fi is decently good, and the library is packed with great books. The hostel is one of its best parts. It is amazing, super clean, and the food provided is not up to the mark, but it is still manageable, and it is really safe too; there is a nurse available 24/7. We also have a basketball court, a football field, a gym, and an indoor badminton court.
Faculty: The teachers are very well qualified and have great methods of teaching. I personally feel that some changes could be made to the curriculum, but the way of teaching definitely shapes the students in the right manner. Nift does not have examinations, but it has juries, which involves a lot of work to be done. The pass percentage is 50 percent.
Other: I chose this course because of my great interest in fashion. The best thing about this course is that it has amazing exposure. The things that could be better are the amount of workload on the students so that they can do better work. We have amazing festivals like Spectrum and many other celebrations throughout the year.
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B.FTech. in Apparel Production - Batch of 2025
4.8
5Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
I'm satisfied with our college.
Placements: Around 3 seniors from our college got placement for 25 LPA recently. That means B.FTech specifically has good placements at NIFT. Some of the other department seniors got placed at good companies in Noida and Delhi. Internships in our college are also great, and they are according to your grades and skills. Try gaining extra skills too.
Infrastructure: I love our hostel, it's perfectly maintained and has great food with transportation as well. The staff are caring and the wardens are also very responsible. The campus is also very well maintained, and everything is very aesthetic. You can look at your college from a different angle every day.
Faculty: Teachers in our college have helped throughout the year. No matter what the question is, they're ready to answer a million times. Our course curriculum is not only relevant but also helps you gain a lot of skills. Our college not only teaches you the curriculum but also life skills, which makes you a better person overall.
Other: I chose this course as I have an equal interest in fashion and technology, and this field is a perfect match for the same. Recently we had an interdepartmental fest which was organised on a good scale. You will find a no-judgement crowd in our college, from teachers to helpers.
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B.Des. in Accessory Design - Batch of 2018
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The pros and cons of NIFT Chennai.
Placements: Placement is fairly good. Almost 90% in accessory design. It depends on the student's caliber and portfolio rather than grades. Some of the courses struggle in placements but a good portfolio really helps. Companies are not very high paying initially. Maximum average packages are around 4.5 to 5 LPA.
Infrastructure: The building's structure is really beautiful, campus is small and cosy. The new girls' hostel is nice. The old hostel within the campus is pretty bad. Labs are nicely equipped. Hostel food is nutritional but tasteless. North Indians might not like the food. Nonveg is scarce. Washrooms are not very nicely maintained.
Faculty: Teachers are biased, there is a north India, south India stigma and partiality. Teachers are moody and judgemental. Innovations and ideas are not encouraged in front of aesthetics. It can be disappointing at times bit the college experience is great.
Other: Campus and students are really great and you wouldn't ever feel out of place. The vibe and environment is super which makes up for judgemental faculty members.
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NIFT Chennai Rankings 2025

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Q:   What is Ranking of National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai for fashion design?
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NIFT Chennai comes in the 4th place in India in the best design colleges in India.
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NIFT Chennai Course and Fees 2026

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B.Des(12 courses)
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B.FTech(2 courses)
9 L - 12.3 LGet Fee Details
MFM(1 course)
Exams : GAT
M.FTech(1 course)
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Q:   How many students can do M.Ftech at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Chennai can admit 37 students to its Master of Fashion Technology (M.FTech) program. This two-year course is at the PG level

Q:   Who is eligible for BDes at NIFT Chennai fashion design course?
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Candidates who have twelve years of school education with minimum of five subjects by the National Open School or from a recognised board are eligible for the BDes at NIFT Chennai. Additionally, as per the Institution's guidelines, candidate's maximum age should be less than 24 years (5 years relaxation in upper age for people from reserved categories). Now candidates are only required to appear for the NIFT entrance exam for BDes admission. 

Q:   Which is the entrance exam for BDes in NIFT Chennai?
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Admission to BDes at NIFT Chennai is solely entrance-based i.e. - The National Institute of Technology (NIFT), which will be  conducting the written exams for NIFT 2024 tentatively in the 1st week of February 2024. For aspiring candidates, it’s mandatory to qualify for the written exam along with the situation test comprising different rounds. NIFT Chennai selects students based on the weightage of different parameters in each selection round. Additionally, the seat allocation is respectively common for all the reserved categories and the total seat intake is equally divided into each specialisation. 

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for M.FTech at NIFT, Chennai?
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There is no upper or lower age bar for admission. Qualifying exam The candidate needs to meet any of the following criteria: Completed B.FTech from NIFT Passed B.E / B.Tech. From a recognised institute.

NIFT Chennai Cutoff 2025

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NIFT Entrance Exam Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202320242025
B.Des. in Accessory Design890403778
B.FTech. in Apparel Production917493509
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)233166315
B.Des. in Fashion Design484547459
B.Des. in Fashion Communication276330391

NIFT Chennai Placements 2025

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NIFT Chennai Scholarships 2026

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Q:   Are there any fee waivers or scholarships available for NIFT Chennai students?
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Yes, NIFT Chennai does provide scholarships to its students. The institute provides SAARTHAK scholarship to its Indian students and UDAAN for foreign students. Additionally, students belonging to the SC/ ST categories can also avail of the National Scholarship available on National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Check out the following table to know about NIFT Chennai scholarships:

Name of ScholarshipScholarship Details

NIFT Sarthak

Tuition Fee Waiver of 50% to 100% depending on gross family income.

Udaan (NIFT Scholarship Scheme for Foreign Studies)

Allowance/financial assistance is offered to students depending on the country where they seek admission to design courses.

 

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NIFT Chennai Application Process 2026

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Q:   What are the documents required for admission at NIFT Chennai?
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NIFT Chennai admission 2026 is currently open for various courses. The application process at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai is conducted online. Students can check the list of documents required for admission below:

  • Marksheets of Class 10 & 12
  • Graduation degree
  • Passport-size photograph
  • A scanned copy of signature
Q:   Who is eligible for National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai admission?
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Students have to meet the National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai eligibility to get admission. The common eligibility is as below:

  • NIFT Chennai UG eligibility - Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board
  • NIFT Chennai PG eligibility - UG degree from a recognised university
Q:   How many rounds are there in NIFT Counselling?
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There will be three rounds of counselling in NIFT Counselling 2026. One round of spot counselling is also expected if there are seats left.

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NIFT Chennai Infrastructure

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Q:   What facilities are offered by National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai?
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So, the provide you with labs that have computers and a resource centre that has thousands of books for us to read and it gives you huge classrooms as well but the first years don't get AC in there classrooms so be ready.
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NIFT Chennai FAQs

Q:   Does NIFT Chennai offer engineering courses?
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No but Bachelor in fashion technology is one of them which is technical like you learn about machinery and the working.
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Answered 3 months ago

To get admission in NIFT Chennai, students have to check the eligibility. Eligible students can then apply online. The institute selects students on an entrance basis followed by other selection rounds. To complete the process, students have to pay the admission fees.

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Manashjyoti Srivastava

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Answered 3 months ago

Yes, NIFT Chennai admissions 2026 are open now. Interested students can apply at the official site of the institute. Students have to go through the admission process to get a seat.

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Nishtha Jain

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Answered 4 months ago

National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai is a government college. It is one of the 18 campuses of NIFT and has ranked in the top 5 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2025. 

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Abhishek Dhyani

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Answered 4 months ago

NIFT Chennai offers a BDes programme to students at the UG level. It is offered in full-time mode for a duration of 4 years. The college offers this programme in several specialisations such as Fashion Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Communication, etc. 

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Anya Singh

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Answered 4 months ago

The placement report for the academic year 2024-2025 is yet to be release on the official website. As per the students’ reviews on the Shiksha page, NIFT Chennai recorded 70% placements annually. The highest and average package offered during the recent NIFT Chennai placements stood at INR 6 LPA and

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