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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:   Are admission open at NIFT Chennai?
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NIFT Chennai admissions are likely to begin soon. Interested students can apply at the official site of the institute. Students have to go through the admission process to get a seat.

Q:   How can I get admission in NIFT Chennai?
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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.

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.

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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Master of Fashion Management (MFM) - Batch of 2024
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Absolutely satisfied with the faculty members and decent placements.
Placements: Placements at the campus are satisfactory, but compared to other campuses, they tend to fall slightly behind. In our course, only a limited number of students could secure job placements. The highest package offered was 700000. Some of the top recruiting companies were Birla Group and Titan.
Infrastructure: The Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, and library are pretty decent and they give wgsn access to students with average food from canteens and sports and games areas for both colleges and hostels. Classrooms and the entire campus are well structured, providing a light and comfortable environment for smooth learning.
Faculty: The teachers are indeed helpful and qualified, and each student is allotted with one mentor to ensure student well-being. The course was relevant and easy to pass. The faculty members strengthen the support system by giving proper guidance to their mentees.
Other: I chose the course to do a higher degree after the fashion design course.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2025Read More
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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.
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2024Read More
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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.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2023Read More
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B.Des. in Fashion Design - Batch of 2026
3.8
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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
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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.
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2022Read More
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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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Admission 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:   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:   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:   What is the fees for UG/PG courses at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai?
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National Institute of Fashion Technology, Chennai is among the top colleges in chennai for pursuing fashion designing programme.

The fees for UG/PG courses at National Institute of Fashion Technology Chennai is mentioned below:

CoursesTuition Fees in INR
B.FTech
6.1 L - 12.3 L
B.Des
6.1 L - 12.3 L
MFM
5.9 L
M.FTech
5.9 L
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:   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:   What are the popular programmes offered at NIFT Chennai?
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NIFT Chennai courses are offered to students at the UG, PG, and Diploma levels. The college mainly offers courses in streams such as Design, Management, Technology, etc. Some of the popular courses offered at the college are BDes, BFTech,  MFM, etc. 

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:   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:   How can I join NIFT Chennai?
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To join NIFT Chennai, candidates need to appear for the Creative Ability Test and the General Ability Test. 

Candidates who manage to clear the entrance tests will be called for a GD and PI round. 

Candidates who perform well in these rounds will be alloted seats in their preferred courses offered by NIFT Chennai.

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:   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:   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:   What is the fees for NIFT Chennai?
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The NIFT Chennai fee structure consists of tuition fee, security deposit, etc. Some of these are one-time chargeable fees, while others have to be paid annually/semesterly. Interested students can check the course-wise fees in the table below:

CoursesTotal tuition Fees
INR 6.1 Lacs -  INR 12.3 lakh
INR 5.9 lakh
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INR 6.1 Lacs -  INR 12.3 lakh
INR 59,000 
Q:   What is the highest package offered at NIFT Chennai?
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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.

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Answered 6 days ago

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. 

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Virajita Sharma

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Answered 6 days ago

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

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Sanjana Srivastava

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Answered a week ago

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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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

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 photogra

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Kanika Jain

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Answered a month 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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