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NIFT Shillong Admission 2026: Fees, Courses, Eligibility and Selection

Q: What is the fee for various courses at NIFT Shillong?

NIFT Shillong fee is between INR 70,800 - INR 11.7 lakh. Students have to pay the fee timely. The fee is as given below: Course Total Fee BDes INR 8.6 lakh - INR 11.7 lakh Certificate INR 70,800 - INR 1.4 lakh MFM INR 5.6 lakh

Q: What is the fee for NIFT Shillong MFM?

National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong MFM fee is INR 5.6 lakh. This is tuition fee only. The institute may charge other components. Students can complete the fee payment online.

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NIFT Shillong Admissions
What's new?

NIFT Shillong admission 2026 is ongoing. All the latest updates regarding NIFT Shillong admissions are as follows:

NIFTEE 2026 result is out for admission to the UG and PG courses. Visit exams.nta.nic.in/niftee to check results
Pre-Intimation for document readiness for NIFT Counselling is out
The NIFT 2026 counselling registration and choice filling process has started for admission to the UG and PG courses. The last date to register is Jun 22, 2026.

NIFT Shillong Admissions

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NIFT Shillong Admission Overview 2026
NIFT Shillong Eligibility & Selection 2026
NIFT Shilong Admission Process 2026
NIFT Shillong Application Process 2026
NIFT Shillong Scholarships
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NIFT Shillong Admission Overview 2026

NIFT Shillong admission is based on a candidate's performance in NIFT Entrance Exam. Post NIFTEE results, students have to participate in the counselling process. The institute is ranked at #14 in Fashion Design by India Today. This makes it one of the leading fashion institutes of the country. NIFT Shillong much like other campuses, offers UG & PG programmes. These are offered in the fields of Fashion Technology, Design, and Fashion Management.

The popular programmes are BDes and MFM. National Institute of Fashion Technology Shillong offers admissions through Creative Ability Test & the General Ability Test. This is followed by Personal Interview and Situation Test. For some courses, such as MFM, only GAT is conducted. Interested students can go through the sections below to know about the eligibility and admission at NIFT Shillong.

Commonly asked questions

Q: How to take admission at NIFT Shillong?

To get admission in NIFT Shillong, follow the below steps:

Candidates must take the NIFT Entrance Exam in order to be admitted to NIFT Shillong.
Candidates must clear the cutoff for the course they have applied to
Candidates are invited for the interview rounds based on their entrance performance.
After that, candidates must sign up for NIFT Shillong counseling.

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Q: Are NIFT Shillong admissions open?

Yes, National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong admissions are ongoing now. The institute is now in the middle of selection rounds. Students can check the official site to know the latest updates for admissions.

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NIFT Shillong Eligibility & Selection 2026

NIFT Shillong course admission is given to eligible students who clear the preset admission criteria. Interested students have to meet the minimum eligibility and clear the selection rounds to get a seat. As part of the selection process, the institute conducts Situation Test, CAT (Creative Ability Test) and GAT (General Ability Test). NIFT campuses participate in the counselling process. Aside from UG, PG courses, the institute also has Continuing Education Programme. Check the table below to know of the eligibility and selection criteria for some of the NIFT Shillong courses:

Courses	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
BDes	Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board	NIFT Entrance Exam/ CAT + GAT + PI + Counselling
MFM	Graduation from a recognised university	NIFT Entrance Exam/ GAT + PI + Counselling

Download: NIFT Admission Prospectus 2026

NIFT Shilong Admission Process 2026

NIFT Shilong admission process is both merit and entrance-based, depending on the course. It offers courses at the UG, PG and Certificate levels. Candidates who are selected for admission must pay the course fee to secure their seat.

The application process is conducted online. Candidates must contact the admission office for more details.

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Can I get NIFT Shillong BDes or MFM courses without an entrance exam?

On the basis of a candidate's performance on the NIFT entrance exam, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) grants admission. The National Institute of Fashion Technology entrance test, administered by NIFT Shillong, is the sole exam accepted for admission to a number of undergraduate, and PG programmes at NIFT Shillong. Situation tests and in-person interviews are used to make the final shortlist.

NIFT Shilong B.Des Admission 2026

5 courses 3 - 4 years

At NIFT Shilong, candidates can enroll in B.Des. The course is offered in full time mode for a duration of 3 - 4 years. Students need to meet the admission criteria as prescribed by the college to be eligible for enrolment. NIFT Shilong B.Des is offered in multiple specialisations, such as Fashion Design and Lifestyle Accesory Design and more. The fee for the course is INR 8,58,000 - 11,74,000 depending upon the specialisation selected by the candidates. Find below more insights about NIFT Shilong B.Des:

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Total Tuition Fees₹ 8.6L - 11.7L

Eligibility Criteria

Accepting Exams: NIFT Entrance Exam

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
15 Jun '26 - 22 Jun '26	NIFT Registration for e-Counselling / Seat AllotmentOngoing
15 Jun '26 - 1 Jul '26	NIFT Counselling Round 1Ongoing

Dates	Past Events
3 Jun '26	NIFT Final Result
26 Apr '26	NIFT Situation Test Stage 2: B.Des
22 Apr '26	NIFT Stage 2 Admit Card

Commonly asked questions
On B.Des Admissions

Q: What is the selection process for NIFT Shillong BDes course?

To register for the admission test, applicants for NIFT Shillong must go to the institutes official website. Candidates' performance in the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) entrance test, which consists of the General Ability Test (GAT) and the Creative Ability Test (CAT), determines their admission to the NIFT Delhi BDes programme. Candidates who have been shortlisted based on their CAT/GAT test results must next show up for the Situation Test, which is administered by NIFT in order to be admitted to the B.Des programme.

Q: Can I take admission in NIFT Shillong BDes without NIFTEE?

No, the BDes program's admission requirements are entrance-based. Admission to the NIFT Shillong BDes programme is determined by an applicant's performance on the NIFT Entrance Exam. Candidates who make the short list based on their exam results are invited to a round of in-person interviews, which is followed by counseling. There is no provision of direct admission to the courses at NIFT Shillong.

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NIFT Shilong Certificate Admission 2026

11 courses 3 months - 1 year

NIFT Shilong Certificate admissions are mainly entrance-based. Students must also fulfil the basic eligibility of the course. Certificate at NIFT Shilong is offered for 3 months to 1 year in 2 specialisations. All the latest information about NIFT Shilong Certificate can be found below:

Total Tuition Fees₹ 70.8K - 1.4L

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NIFT Shilong MFM Admission 2026

1 courses 2 years

NIFT Shilong offers MFM at the PG level. The course is offered via full time mode for a duration of 2 years. NIFT Shilong MFM admissions require students to satisfy the admission criteria as set by the college. Students need to pass NIFT Entrance Exam to be eligible for the course. Check below the eligibility criteria:

Seat Intake45

Total Tuition Fees₹ 5.6L

Eligibility Criteria

Accepting Exams: NIFT Entrance Exam

Commonly asked questions
On MFM Admissions

Q: What is the fee for NIFT Shillong MFM?

National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong MFM fee is INR 5.6 lakh. This is tuition fee only. The institute may charge other components. Students can complete the fee payment online.

Q: Can I get admission in National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong MFM without NIFTEE?

No, students cannot appear for National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong MFM without NIFTEE. Admissions are through the candidate's performance in the General Ability Test followed by PI round. Both are important to get selected in the programme.

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NIFT Shillong Application Process 2026

NIFT Shillong application process is conducted online. To complete the application, students have to apply at common admission portal of NIFT. Process and guidelines are explained at the official page of NIFT. Due process needs to be completed before admission ends. Applicants can follow the below points to apply for admission at NIFT Shillong:

Go to NIFT main page at nift.ac.in.
Select 'Admission'.
Click 'Register for NIFT for Admissions 2026' and fill name, DOB, programme, etc.
After filling in all the details, click on 'Submit' tab.
Application form has to be completed carefully. Upload documents then make payment.

Important Documents for Admission/ Application at NIFT

Class 10 marksheet/ Certificate
Class 12 marksheet & Certificate
UG degree marksheet/ Certificate
Entrance exam scorecard
Portfolio
Passport-size photos
A scanned copy of signature

Note: This is a general list and is subject to change.

NIFT Shillong Scholarships

Meritorious and worthy candidates from the economically disadvantaged segments of society are eligible for several NIFT Shillong scholarships. All campuses including Shillong are eligible for National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Under the SARTHAK scheme, the following conditions have to be met for annual income of the parents:

Up to INR 1.5 lakh annually would receive 100% financial assistance for tuition fees.
For INR 1.5 lakh to INR 2.5 lakh will receive 75% of the financial aid for tuition fees.
INR 2.5 lakh to INR 4.0 lakh would receive 50% of the tuition fee financial assistance.

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Is there any scholarship offered at NIFT Shillong?

Yes NIFT Shillong offers the SARTHAK scholarship to make higher education more acccessbile for eligibile candidates. The institute offers the SARTHAK financial aid scheme to candidates based on the annual income of their parents. Candidates whose parents earn upto INR 1.5 Lacs are given 100% waiver in tuition fee.

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Placements3.8

Infrastructure4.0

Faculty & Course4.8

Campus Life4.0

Value for Money3.8

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B.Des in Fashion Communication - Batch of 2025

3.4

4.0Placements3.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

Everyday is a new interesting fun day.

Placements: Almost 80-85% of students got their internships or jobs in amazing companies across India in different cities like Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, etc. Many students got opportunities to work with end brands like Tanishq, Amazon, etc.

Infrastructure: Wi-Fi is provided both in the hostel and college. The college has separate labs and classrooms for each specialisations. The college also has a resource center or a library with interesting and knowledgeable books which makes it a favourite place for a lot of students. The food quality in the mess or canteen is average. It does have medical facilities and therapists available on campus.

Faculty: In our college, the teachers are good and ready to help you with all your problems even if it is something outside the curriculum. The curriculum is very interesting as it makes students think out of the box and have very less bookish knowledge. Such a curriculum makes the students ready for the industry as the teachers are pretty strict with work. The semesters can be quite fun and interactive if one is dedicated to their goal. The semester exams are a tough time for all the students but it is all worth it at the end.

Other: I chose fashion communication as I was always interested in fashion and as well as the marketing side. The course also covers the other digital design and marketing topics. The events and fest on campus are quite average. The campus crowd is pretty good. As the college is located in Shillong which is a totally hilly region, we do face a lot of connectivity issues but are manageable. Shillong is a very beautiful place and so the surroundings and nature are a whole different experience compared to the cities. The college does provide different scholarships regarding which information is available on the website itself. We do have a lot of extracurricular activities going around.

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B.Des. in Fashion Design - Batch of 2017

4.4

3.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

The college has really good infrastructure.

Placements: Placements for my batch were very good. Most of them got the highest package. But, for the AD batch, the placement rate was very poor. There are no such companies who recruit students of Accessory Design branch in one go, though there are reputed companies in the field.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is exquisite and in pristine condition. Although the campus is very small, the location is easily reachable, and there are several places like the nearby market, shops, local foods, entertainment places, hotels etc.

Faculty: In terms of learning, the students of NIFT Shillong have been taught and trained to do things their own rather than getting it outsourced like most of the centres do. Though their learning experience is at that level, I don't think any other centre can have the facilities and faculty members that we have in our college.

Other: The campus surroundings have greenery. The environment is eco-friendly. Commuting the college is easy. It is hard to get source material. Food provided is expensive, but the deals with lodging facilities are good.

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Master of Fashion Management (MFM) - Batch of 2019

3.4

3.0Placements3.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

Fashion management is an art, and we can learn that here.

Placements: If you want to pursue your career in management in a niche domain like fashion, then this is the place for you. Faculty members take the pain to explain everything in detail and will be there for you anytime you need their guidance. But it's not an autonomous body, and you have to attend the three best placement drives.

Infrastructure: Currently, it's a mediocre campus, but soon the campus will be shifted to another place which is quite big. Books in the library are updated every month, and the computer labs are in good condition. High-speed Wi-Fi facility is available in the college as well as in the hostel. Medical facilities are available whenever needed.

Faculty: Masters course in fashion management is a mixture of commerce and fashion. You will find subjects like marketing research and fashion forecasting. Faculty members take the pain for students and work as a facilitator. They are interested in clearing the doubts of the students.

Other: You will find a mixed crowd here as there are people from different backgrounds. Fests conducted on the campus provide a great entertainment, and a fashion show is held on the campus every year.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2018Read More

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B.Des. in Accessory Design - Batch of 2018

5.0

5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Really appreciable infrastructure with great scope for future designers with creative minds.

Placements: Placements are always held in 6-7 centres of NIFT all over India as there are in total 16 NIFT centres. Well renounced Design industries do arrive and students get placed with great packages every year. Every year every batch of the students get internship and the average stipend money offered is 10,000. Students get a live experience by working as designers in companies. The 3rd year students are sent for 2 months internship and the final year students are sent for 6 months internship and based on the design collection and methodology students are expected to give their juries after the completion of their projects. It gives an experience to students for working in industries during the college academic years of NIFT. Student exchange programs are also offered to the students with higher SGPA and are sent to fashion institutes foreign based for atleast one semester.

Infrastructure: We have good infrastructural facilities with proper IT labs for each department and workshops with proper functioning machineries. Recource centres with newer trend forecast are available I. e, promostyl and WGSN. Students are given an exposure to companies for internships and graduation projects in well renouned fashion industries.

Faculty: Faculty members are always looking forward to build every student with great professionalism and help learn various designing aspects with material exposures. Courses are offered for 4 year with semesters of 8 in total giving fashion designing and fashion and lifestyle accessories designing courses in for Bachelor's degree. Masters in fashion management courses are also offered.

Other: Fashion Olympiads, Converge events are organised every year in one of any NIFT centres where all the students from whole 16 centre arrive at a place and participate in various events such as sports, literature, singing dancing and fashion shows. Creative shows and talents as well.

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B.Des. in Accessory Design - Batch of 2028

4.0

4.0Placements3.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

College life in Shillong.

Placements: In NIFT Shillong, the accessories design department is the best one. Many students got offers from very big brands and companies like Tanishq and all. The faculty and how they taught you are also very good. You can learn about bags and jewellery here in the local craft also.

Infrastructure: I am not a hosteler but I know a little bit so it's okay. Labs are good. We have different types of labs, computer lab, leather lab, wood lab, and every department has its own labs. Wi-Fi is good. We have a canteen also and a shop for stationery.

Faculty: Faculty members are very good and helpful. They help you even when you are not in college. You can improve your work with feedback. The marks always depend on how you perform, what you submit, and what you are doing with your work. You have to put effort and show your best version.

Other: You face difficulties with other students sometimes but it's also the best time when you learn new things. We can learn and enjoy every moment.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025Read More

NIFT Shillong Admission 2026 FAQs

Q: Is NIFT Shillong worth considering?

Yes, anyone looking to pursue fashion design in higher education must look into NIFT Shillong. India Today has ranked NIFT Shillong as one of the top “Fashion Design” institute for many years. The institute has many UG, PG, and Certificate programs, including BDes and MFM. Candidates are offered the chance to sit in the placement process as well at NIFT Shillong.

Q: What is the fee for various courses at NIFT Shillong?

NIFT Shillong fee is between INR 70,800 - INR 11.7 lakh. Students have to pay the fee timely. The fee is as given below:

Course	Total Fee
BDes	INR 8.6 lakh - INR 11.7 lakh
Certificate	INR 70,800 - INR 1.4 lakh
MFM	INR 5.6 lakh

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What is the eligibility criteria for admission to B.Des at NIFT?

Answered a year ago

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program at NIFT, you must have finished your 10+2 education with a recognised board such as CBSE, ISC, or any state board. You must be under 24 years old as of August 1st of the year of admission, with a 5-year age relaxation for SC, ST, and PWD cand

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When to apply for B.Des. (Lateral Entry)?

Answered 4 years ago

Dear Muskan, I don't know about admission at the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong - B.Des. (Lateral Entry). But being alumni of LPU, I would like to tell you that the last date of admission for this programme at LPU is 31st Oct 2021. My friend did B.Design Fashion from Lovely Profe

Puneet Singh

Scholar-Level 17

What is the admission procedure for B.Des lateral entry at NIFT Shillong?

Answered 5 years ago

NIFT lateral entry admission (NLEA) provides an opportunity to candidates who have completed their Diploma in relevant / related fields of Design & Technology for direct admission to the third semester of UG programmes of NIFT. Admission process : The candidates who have acquired Diploma/Degree will

pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

What is the NIFT Shilong category-wise cutoff for B.Des. in Textile Design?

Answered 10 months ago

The NIFT Shilong cutoff 2025 has been released up to multiple rounds, wherein the closing rank for B.Des. in Textile Design during Round 3 admission was 2781 for the students belonging to the General AI quota. For other categories, check out the table provided below:

Category	NIFT Round 3 Cutoff 2025
General	2781
OBC	5720
SC	8514
ST	6464
EWS	7464

Rashmi Sinha

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Can I get Master of Fashion Management course at NIFT Shilong with a rank of 800?

Answered 10 months ago

If you belong to the General category under the AI quota, admission to the Master of Fashion Management (MFM) course at NIFT Shilong is not possible with a cutoff rank of 800. In 2025, the maximum cutoff required was 532 till Round 3 for MFM admission among the students belonging to the General AI q

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