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NIFT Chennai: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Ranking

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Q:   Are any internship opportunities available at NIFT, Chennai?
A: 
No it is not available in NIFT.
Q:   what BDes specialisations are offered at NIFT Chennai?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai offers admission to a four-year Bachelor degree course in Designing. BDes course is offered across six specialisation: 

BDes Specialisations

Fashion Design

Leather Design

Accessory Design

Knitwear Design

Textile Design

Fashion Communication

Q:   What is the highest package offered at NIFT Chennai?
A: 

The highest package offered to the recently passed out students was INR 6 LPA. Refer to the table below to know the NIFT Chennai the highest package:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics
the highest packageINR 6 LPA

NOTE: The above salary details are fetched from the Shiksha students' reviews.

NIFT Chennai Popular Programmes 2025

B.Des

12 CoursesStar Icon4.0(12)3 - 4 years
₹9.02 L - 12.34 L
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B.FTech

2 CoursesStar Icon4.4(2)3 - 4 years
₹9.02 L - 12.34 L
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MFM

1 CourseStar Icon2.5(2)2 years
₹5.86 L
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M.FTech

1 CourseStar Icon3.6(1)2 years
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Q:   What are the various courses offered by NIFT Chennai?
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NIFT Chennai offers several courses in the field of Fashion Technology. These programmes are offered in full-time and regular mode across several specialisations. Students can pursue an undergraduate degree in BDes and BFTech. At the postgraduate level, students are offered MFM and MFTech courses. Interested students can visit the official website of the institute to apply for the desired course by completing the application procedure.

 

 

Q:   Does NIFT Chennai offer BDes course?
A: 

Yes, the NIFT Chennai offers a four-year full time degree course in BDes. This course is taught across six specialisations, namely Fashion Design, Leather Design, Knitwear Design, Accessory Design, Textile Design and Fashion Communication.  Admission to the programme, entirely based on the NIFT entrance exam.

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

NIFT Chennai Admission Process and Important Dates 2025

B.Des Admissions 2026

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21 Jan '26 - 22 Jan '26
NIFT 2026 application form Edit Window
Feb '26
NIFT 2026 Issue of Admit CardsTentative
8 Feb '26
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Q:   What is the cutoff of NIFT Chennai for 2025 admission?
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NIFT Chennai cutoff 2025 has been released for different categories of students belonging to the General AI quota. Considering the Round 1 cutoff, the closing ranks for General AI category students varied between 130 and 1420. The most sought-after course for admission with the lowest cutoff rank of 130 was Master of Fashion Management (MFM). For other courses and specialisations, the cutoff ranks are tabulated below:

CourseNIFT Round 1 Cutoff 2025 
B.Des. in Accessory Design551
B.Des. in Textile Design972
B.Des. in Knitwear Design1220
B.FTech. in Apparel Production253
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)130
B.Des. in Fashion Design471
B.Des. in Leather Design1420
B.Des. in Fashion Communication299
Q:   What is the admission process for B.Ftech at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Chennai accepts the General Ability Test (GAT) for admission to its B.F. Tech program. NIFT also accepts CAT scores for admission to its B. Des program. 

To be eligible for B.F. Tech, candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as a main subject from a recognised institute. The qualifying age is 24 years as on August 1 of the year of admission. For candidates of Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribe/ Persons With Disabilities (PWD), the upper age limit may be relaxed by a period of five years. 

Q:   Are admission dates out for BDes admission at NIFT Chennai?
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Yes, admission dates for BDes admission at NIFT Chennai is out for 2024. Admission to the BDes programme is based The National Institute of Technology (NIFT) entrance exam. AS per the NIFT's official website, the written tests for the NIFT 2024 exam will be held tentatively in the 1st week of February 2024. The written tests comprise a General Ability Test (GAT) and a Creative Ability Test (CAT). GAT is mandatory for all candidates, but CAT is only required for B. Des and M. Des candidates. 

The GAT test will be considered in a computer-based mode, whereas the CAT will be offline based. Note that scores of the written exams will be used to shortlist candidates for a Situation Test/ Personal Interview.

Q:   Does NIFT Chennai offer admission to foreign students?
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Yes, NIFT Chennai indeed offers admission to foreign students. NRI students are shortlisted based on their GMAT/ GRE/ SAT scores among other parameters. The institute reserves 5 seats for students applying via NRI/ foreign national category. Students must satisfy the eligibility to get into the institute. The basic eligibility requires candidates to have a Degree/ Certificate from a recognised board/ university and an equivalence certificate obtained from AIU, New Delhi. Additionallym candidates possess working knowledge of English Language. Interested candidates can visit the official website of the institute to know further.

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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
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B.Des. in Knitwear Design - Batch of 2023
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Review of Bachelor of design in knitwear from the NIFT Chennai.
Placements: At the NIFT Chennai, around 40–45% of the students get placements in our course. In our course, the average package offered was between 3 and 7 LPA. Various design and product design companies visits college for placements. top roles offered were fashion designer, product designer, brand designer, etc. Students also get internship opportunities at this college.
Infrastructure: NIFT Chennai has good-quality facilities and infrastructure for our course. Our college has all the necessary facilities for students. Wi-Fi, labs, library, canteen, sports, etc. were available for the students of the college. The college had pretty beautiful campus. Hostel facility were also given to the students. All the equipment was available for the students learning.
Faculty: Professors at the NIFT Chennai were highly qualified and knowledgeable. All the teachers were helpful and supportive of the students. Teachers were teaching students all the concepts in an easy way. The course curriculum of the college was relevant and it makes the students industry-ready. Exams at the college were not hard to pass.
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Master of Fashion Management (MFM) - Batch of 2023
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Review of MFM course from NIFT, Chennai.
Placements: Most of the students had to find internships and job opportunities themselves. The college does not actively work towards finding a good opportunity for growth and practical learning for the students. The highest average package offered was 6.5 LPA. Most of the companies come for merchandising roles.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the course is very basic. It is something you can learn on the job. This course does not provide us with as much knowledge. The use of facilities is very weak and the teams are not well versed and up-to-date. They charge extra to give you the degree, even after having paid a hefty fee.
Faculty: The curriculum is poor and not up-to-date. The teachers are not aware of the current affair in depth. It does not help to specialize in any specific feed. The faculty didn't let the students leave before the end of college time, even when they didn't have classes. The faculty was not as understanding and was biased.
Other: I chose this course thinking that it would help me get better at my field and advance in my career but sadly, it didn't. I wish that the course was more advanced and helped me specialize in a specific field with more practical knowledge and industry visits.
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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
3.4
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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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B.Des. in Fashion Design - Batch of 2018
3.4
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Great infrastructure and facilities, okay faculty members, placements are also okay.
Placements: Students apply for placements towards the end of the final semester. They can register for placements in as many nift campuses as they want and the companies will vary with each campus. Your portfolio will decide what kind of company you get. One must be alert in placements or they could end up in what is basically a salesperson job. The average placement packages ranges from 3-4 Lacs pa. With regards to internship it is advisable to look for your own company to intern at according to the kind of experience you are looking for. However, if you are not able to find your own company to intern at the college will provide you with one. Some internships come with no stipend and the ones who are lucky enough to get one will get around 4000-10000 per month.
Infrastructure: The national institute of fashion technology in Chennai is equipped with great infrastructure. There is campus Wi-Fi available throughout, a big auditorium, around two food stalls in addition to the campus canteen. There is also an in campus stationery store and printing shop which is really convenient for assignments. There is a volleyball court and a tennis court. The classrooms are spacious although unbearable in the summer months as they do not have AC. The pattern making, GC and computer labs however are all equipped with AC. There is also a resource center with amazing books that one should make the best of. During exam time there are sometimes issues with getting extra lab hours as students of all semesters will be needing the lab. During my time I stayed in the old hostel which was in campus. Although there were the usual bathroom issues, the rooms were good enough ( 3 sharing). I'd recommend living in the hostel as you will have a lot of group projects and you would face difficulty if you choose to live outside. There is a new large hostel now outside campus for girls and the old hostel has been given to the boys. There is AC in the new hostels and shuttle services to take the students to and fro the campus.
Faculty: With regards to the faculty in the campus I am sad to say that I have a few positive things to say. Like all colleges there are great faculty members and really sad ones. I learnt a lot from all my faculty members in the first year but when I reached my parent department there were only three to four faculty members who I found very knowledgeable in the subject matter. There are great guest lecturers who come to visit though. Throughout our course we were taken for industry visits and craft and handloom fairs which really widened my knowledge. All in all I would say I learnt a lot in class however there was so many assignments that's there was no time for self study.
Other: There are events every now and then in the campus which students organize and participate. There is also nift spectrum and converge annually.
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NIFT Chennai Rankings 2024

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India Today455
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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 Cutoff 2024

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NIFT Entrance Exam Round 4 Closing Rank (General-All India)
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B.Des. in Accessory Design890403778
B.FTech. in Apparel Production917363509
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)233116315
B.Des. in Fashion Design484547459
B.Des. in Fashion Communication276330391
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NIFT Chennai Course and Fees 2025

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B.Des(12 courses)
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M.FTech(1 course)
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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.

Click here to know more about NIFT exam. 

Q:   How much does B.Ftech at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai cost?
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B.FTech course at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Chennai costs INR 12.77 lakh. The course is four years long and is offered full-time. 

  • Artisans/ Children of Artisans: INR 13,15,200
  • NRI candidates: INR 972,000 – INR 1,106,300
  • NRI NLEA candidates: INR 972,000 – INR 1,053,400 
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 application fee for BDes at NIFT Chennai?
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Admission to BDes at NIFT Chennai is solely entrance-based. Candidate have to fill the online application form of The National Institute of Technology (NIFT). The NIFT 2024 application fee for the OPEN category is INR 3,000. However, SC, ST, and PwD candidates need to pay only INR 1,500. Once the application form is filled, candidates have to submit the form along with the application fee.

NIFT Chennai Placements 2024

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Bata India
Puma
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United Colors of Benetton
Tanishq
ITC Ltd.
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Q:   Are any internship opportunities available at NIFT, Chennai?
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No it is not available in NIFT.
Q:   How are B.Ftech placements at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology, Chennai has not released the salary package for the year 2024.  Altough, the the highest package offered for BDes Fashion Design was INR 6 LPA during the recent placement drive. NIFT Chennai students were offered various roles such as Associate Designer, Assistant Designer, Fashion Stylist and many more. The NIFT Chennai provide various internship and placement opportunities to their students that help them building their career.

Q:   What is the placement rate at NIFT Chennai?
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The following table depicts the NIFT Chennai placement rate recorded over the recent placement sessions:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics
Placement rate60%-70%

NOTE: The above placement details are fetched from Shiksha students' reviews.

NIFT Chennai Scholarships 2025

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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:

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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 2025

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Q:   Does NIFT Chennai offer admission to foreign students?
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Yes, NIFT Chennai indeed offers admission to foreign students. NRI students are shortlisted based on their GMAT/ GRE/ SAT scores among other parameters. The institute reserves 5 seats for students applying via NRI/ foreign national category. Students must satisfy the eligibility to get into the institute. The basic eligibility requires candidates to have a Degree/ Certificate from a recognised board/ university and an equivalence certificate obtained from AIU, New Delhi. Additionallym candidates possess working knowledge of English Language. Interested candidates can visit the official website of the institute to know further.

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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:   How are B.Ftech placements at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai?
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology, Chennai has not released the salary package for the year 2024.  Altough, the the highest package offered for BDes Fashion Design was INR 6 LPA during the recent placement drive. NIFT Chennai students were offered various roles such as Associate Designer, Assistant Designer, Fashion Stylist and many more. The NIFT Chennai provide various internship and placement opportunities to their students that help them building their career.

Q:   What is the average package offered during NIFT Chennai placements?
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The average package offered during the recent placement drives was between INR 4 LPA and INR 5 LPA. Take a look at the table below showcasing the NIFT Chennai average package:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics
Average packageINR 4 LPA - INR 5 LPA

NOTE: The above salary data is collated from Shiksha students' reviews.

Q:   Who are the top recruiters at NIFT Chennai placements?
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The institute witnessed the participation of companies from diverse segments of the industry like large retailers, brand marketers, manufacturers, consultancy organisations, e-retailers, textile mills, home furnishing companies, design BPOs, etc. Some of the renowned companies that were part of NIFT Chennai placements are listed below:

NIFT Chennai Placements: Top Recruiters
UniqloRanger Apparel Export Pvt. Ltd.
BlackberrysDecathlon India
Shiv Naresh Sports Pvt. Ltd.Reliance Retail Ltd.
Joker and WitchWolkus Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Q:   Is NIFT Chennai worth it?
A: 

In terms of placements, the institute has a decent track record. There are no official placement statistics available as of now. As per the data from unofficial sites, the highest package offered over the past few years stood at INR 6 LPA. Further, the placement rate was between 60% and 70%. Check the complete insights of NIFT Chennai placements from the table below:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics
the highest packageINR 6 LPA
Average packageINR 4 LPA - INR 5 LPA
Placement rate60%-70%
Popular recruitersShahi Exports Pvt. Ltd., Laguna Clothing, Aquarelle India Pvt. Ltd.

NOTE: The above placement details are fetched from Shiksha students' reviews.

Q:   What is the hostel fee at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai?
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The girls hostel fees in 141000 for AC rooms including bus and food and electricity And 119000 for non AC rooms will all facilities.
Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for B.Des in NIFT Chennai?
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NIFT Chennai BDes admission is done based on a valid score in NIFT Entrance Exam. Students must also satisfy the admission criteria as prescribed by the institute. Interested candidates can check out the following table to know about NIFT Chennai BDes eligibility criteria:

Eligibility Criteria

Class 12 in any stream or equivalent from a recognised board

Or

General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/Cambridge/Sri-Lanka) at the advanced (A) level with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / International Baccalaureate (IB)

Age limit: Less than 24 years as on August 1 of the year of Admission. 5 years of relaxation for SC/ST/ PwD category candidates

Q:   What is the NIFT Chennai category-wise cutoff for B.Des. in Textile Design?
A: 

The NIFT Chennai cutoff 2025 has been released up to multiple rounds, wherein the closing rank for B.Des. in Textile Design during Round 3 admission was 1179 for the students belonging to the General AI quota. For other categories, check out the table provided below:

CategoryNIFT Round 3 Cutoff 2025 
General1179
OBC3254
SC7129
ST8005
EWS6859
Q:   Does NIFT Chennai offer admission to foreign students?
A: 

Yes, NIFT Chennai indeed offers admission to foreign students. NRI students are shortlisted based on their GMAT/ GRE/ SAT scores among other parameters. The institute reserves 5 seats for students applying via NRI/ foreign national category. Students must satisfy the eligibility to get into the institute. The basic eligibility requires candidates to have a Degree/ Certificate from a recognised board/ university and an equivalence certificate obtained from AIU, New Delhi. Additionallym candidates possess working knowledge of English Language. Interested candidates can visit the official website of the institute to know further.

Q:   Does NIFT Chennai offer lateral entry for BFTech?
A: 

Yes, NIFT Chennai does offer lateral entry for BFTech programme. The institute provides the course in Apparel Production and it costs about INR 9 Lacs for lateral admission. Students must appear and clear the NIFT Lateral Entry Admission test (NLEA) to be eligible for admission. Those fulfiling the admission criteria can visit the official website of the institute to apply for the programme by registering online. 

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