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NIFT Mumbai: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Rankings

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NIFT Mumbai Courses and Fees 2025

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CoursesTuition FeesEligibility
B.Des(6 courses)
5.6 L - 13 LGet Fee Details
M.Des(1 course)
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MFM(1 course)
B.FTech(2 courses)
5.6 L - 13 LGet Fee Details
Certificate(5 courses)
41.3 K - 1.3 LGet Fee Details
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On Fees and Eligibility
Q:   What entrance exam scores does NIFT Mumbai accept for admission to B.Des?
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To get admission in NIFT Mumbai for B.Des programme, one has to give NIFT Entrance Exam.
To be eligible one has to pass Class 12 or equivalent exam from a recognised board.
The cut-offs vary for different disciplines of B.Des.
One can easily get any course of B.Des in NIFT Mumbai at a score of 150+

Q:   How many seats are there for MDes at NIFT Mumbai?
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The total seat intake for NIFT Mumbai MDes 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 Mumbai MDes total seat intake is 5.

Q:   What is the total fees of NIFT Mumbai BDes?
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At NIFT Mumbai, students can pursue undergraduate degree in BDes programme across several specialisations. The degree costs between INR 5.6 Lacs - 12.3 lakh depending on the specialisation selected. Tuition fee for BDes at the NIFT Mumbai includes sevral components including admission fee and examination fee. Students are required to pay the fee to confirm their seat at National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai. For further details, students can visit the official website of the institute.

 
Q:   What is the NIFTEE BDes cutoff at NIFT Mumbai?
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NIFT Mumbai admissions for BDes courses are granted based on marks obtained in the NIFT Entrance Exam. As per the available cutoff data, the last round closing rank for BDes admissions 2024 ranged from 65 to 654 for the general category candidates belonging to All India Quota seats. In 2023, the cutoff for the General AI quota students ranged from 79 to 1029.

NIFT Mumbai
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3.8/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements3.1
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.3
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course3.7
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.2
Money Review IconValue for Money3.5
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Every year, many companies and brands like Max, Arvind Mills, Globes, etc., come to the campus at the end of the year and take deserving students with them.
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Not many were placed through college since the placements were not upto the mark last year, But people who did get placed, got satisfying jobs.
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B.Des. in Knitwear Design - Batch of 2027
3.6
2Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Great faculty, good education, but the infrastructure and sourcing can be challenging.
Placements: The on-campus placements haven’t been that good lately, so most people apply for off-campus opportunities. During placements, priorities are given to the higher campuses. For example, Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore. Last time, they made a new rule where only 3/5 companies one can select to sit for the placement process, and in most of the cases, many companies backed out, and then students were left with a smaller number of companies to apply for.
Infrastructure: The overall infrastructure is good. I personally feel they should have more machines. During juries, there is a lot of chaos as both the juniors and seniors need them. The college is in Navi Mumbai. It becomes very difficult to source materials as we have to travel to Mumbai. I wish the college was in Mumbai itself. We would have had more exposure. As for the hostel, it’s decent, but the only downside is the hostel food, which is very bad.
Faculty: The main reason I think people are willing to come to NIFT is the quality of education and the teachers. The faculty members are really good, and they are always ready to help us. However, you have to make an extra effort to approach them with any problems, as usually, they do not check each student personally, but if you go to them, they are very helpful.
Other: I feel NIFT is the best place to study if you are into fashion and want to make a career in it. Even the industries know the quality of students NIFT makes, and that’s why priorities are given to NIFT students as compared to other students from other colleges. In India, definitely, NIFT is one of the best places to learn fashion.
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B.Des. in Textile Design - Batch of 2025
4.4
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NIFT Mumbai in a nutshell.
Placements: The placement in NIFT is not extraordinary in terms of package, but there are good companies that participate in the process. For internships and job placement, big retail giants like Reliance, ABFRL, Tata Trent, and Dmart come in. About 60% of students get help from the college for the same.
Infrastructure: The facilities provided by NIFT are good. The hostel rooms are spacious and well-equipped. Food, on the other hand, is average. The classrooms and labs are well-equipped and add to the experience of doing everything hands-on and not just relying on presentations.
Faculty: Being in the textile design department gives you the best facilities. They're well-educated and all from different fields in textile. The curriculum is a mix of practical and theory in an appropriate ratio. The exams are tough but interesting to work on, and will give you an insight into professional presentation in front of actual industry experts.
Other: I personally chose textile design because it gives me a wider spectrum of fields to enter post-graduation. I'm more inclined towards the details on the surface than the forms. This course gives me the freedom to do just that, play around with fabric and different surfaces as well as different techniques to achieve that. I think the collaboration between different departments is something that can be improved, but the college is slowly moving towards it. The college life apart from that is very lively and eventful. There are amazing events, competitions, conferences, and opportunities that NIFT opens up to you.
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B.Des. in Textile Design - Batch of 2028
3.8
2Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Overall good experience, just not worth the fees we pay.
Placements: The in-house placements are not worth the fees we pay. A very small percentage of our seniors got good placements, or merely decent placements. Internships usually start after the 4th semester, but students are very active at NIFT; they find work outside the college themselves, which helps them in their portfolio.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is decent enough, the hostel facilities are good, but the food is okay-ish. The college has good Wi-Fi and water facilities. The classrooms are large enough, and the library is the best place in the entire campus; it is like a treasure for design students. The quality of food in the hostel mess fluctuates very frequently; else, it is fine.
Faculty: The faculty members are very helpful, and the curriculum is changed every year according to industry requirements. The faculty members help you anytime you reach out to them, and all of your concerns are brought to their notice. Teachers also consider your efforts rather than comparing them with others.
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B.Des. in Accessory Design - Batch of 2028
3.8
3Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Good campus life but don't keep any fancy expectations, you'll be disappointed. Be open to learning.
Placements: NIFT Mumbai Accessories Design: 90%+ placements, salaries 3.5-13 LPA. Top recruiters: Titan, Amazon, Myntra, Hidesign, Flipkart, Godrej. Roles: Product Designer, UI/UX, Merchandiser, Creative Consultant. Internships at Fastrack, Tata, startups. Covers jewelry, smart wearables, and digital design. Many alumni become entrepreneurs.
Infrastructure: Girls hostel is very good, food is not the best but better than most hostels, college infrastructure is also very good. In both places, whatever complaints are made, they're taking action upon immediately. The resource centre aka library is very good and filled with super expensive and rare books, make use of it.
Faculty: No exams are taken, only jury is done where we have to show all our works we've done throughout the course. Whatever we are taught helps in portfolio development. If you choose Mumbai campus, you really get to opt for so many opportunities outside campus, it's truly very fun.
Other: Facilities are top notch, at least in the top two campuses: Delhi and Mumbai.
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Master of Fashion Management (MFM) - Batch of 2026
4.2
4Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Good placement but the campus is small.
Placements: The average package is around 5-6 LPA, but the recruiters include top fashion companies such as Aditya Birla, Fabindia, and Decathlon. Most roles offered are for positions like merchandiser or buyer. While many students secure jobs through the college placement process, some also apply externally. The NIFT tag significantly enhances employability.
Infrastructure: The campus area is limited due to its location in Mumbai, but overall, the facilities are impressive. The library boasts an extensive collection, and students have access to WGSN and Promostyl. Each room has separate Wi-Fi, although the speed could be improved. Labs are equipped to meet all requirements for garment construction.
Faculty: The faculty members are approachable and supportive. The curriculum emphasizes practical, hands-on learning. Exams are conducted in the form of jury presentations, typically involving projects that span the entire semester. Faculty members are always available to provide guidance and support.
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B.FTech. in Apparel Production - Batch of 2023
3.8
3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Review of Bachelors in fashion technology from the NIFT Mumbai.
Placements: NIFT was offering good placements and internship opportunities to its students. In the last semester, around 30–40% of the students gets placements at this college. The average package offered at this college was between 4-6 LPA. The top recruiters were Perals group, Tata luxury, Puma India, etc. Students also gets internship with good stipend.
Infrastructure: The college had good infrastructure and facilities for our course. In our course department, all the necessary facilities were available for the students. Various modern facilities for drafting and designing were available at the college. Sports, Wi-Fi, library and all other facilities were available for the better learning of the students.
Faculty: The professors at our college were helpful, qualified and knowledgeable about our course. All the teachers were teaching us well. The course curriculum followed at the college was relevant and it made the students industry-ready. Semester exams at the college were of a moderately difficult level. Various workshops were organized at the college by the teachers.
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NIFT Mumbai Placements 2024

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Calvin Klein
Pantaloon
Marks and Spencer
Infosys
Tanishq
TitanIndustries
Reliance Retail
Spykar
GODREJ
Raymonds
Shoppers Stop
Tommy Hilfiger
Westside
Amrapali Group
Adidas
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NIFT Mumbai Admission Process and Important Dates 2025

B.Des Admissions 2026

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8 Dec '25 - 13 Jan '26
NIFT 2026 application form OPEN (Regular fees)Ongoing
14 Jan '26 - 16 Jan '26
NIFT 2026 application form (Late fees)
18 Jan '26 - 19 Jan '26
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On Admissions
Q:   Which skills do I need to acquire while pursuing BDes course from NIFT Mumbai to get my dream job?
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Pursuing a BDes from NIFT Mumbai helps students develop a foundation in the field of Design. However, in the time of increasing competition in the job market, having only theoretical knowledge might not be enough to get the dream job. Students who wish to get a dream job must gain vital skills that will set them apart from the rest. Mentioned below are some of the skills demanded in today's corporate world:

Q:   Will I get a fee refund if I withdraw my admission from NIFT Mumbai?
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Yes, at NIFT Mumbai, students can withdraw their admission if they wish to. Such students are also entitled to a refund of fees. However, the refund is subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions. Listed below are the guidelines to be followed as per the fee refund policy of the institute:

Point of time when the withdrawal request is receivedRefund Amount
Before commencement of the final round of seat allocation processFull fees except the registration fee
After the declaration of date decided by NIFTOnly security deposit
Q:   What is the procedure to take BDes admission at NIFT Mumbai?
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NIFT Mumbai follows a thorough screening process for BDes admissions. To commence, students must register and fill out an application form on the institute's official website. Before applying, the students must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility requirements. After that, all applicants must take the NIFT Entrance Exam on the scheduled date and at the scheduled venue.

After that, the admission committee releases a cutoff list. Students who meet the set cutoff are further invited for the counselling round. All students aspiring to take admission must participate in the counselling round. Those who get a seat are then required to report to the institute for verification of documents and payment of fees.

Q:   Does NIFT Mumbai reserve seats for physically challenged candidates seeking admission to BDes?
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Yes, the National Institute of Fashion Technology Mumbai reserves a certain amount of seats for candidates belonging to the PwD category. As per the admission guidelines for 2025, five percent of the total seats are reserved for the admission of candidates belonging to the PwD category. Such candidates are required to furnish the proof while reporting for the document verification process. 

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NIFT Mumbai Cut-off 2024

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NIFT Entrance Exam Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202320242025
B.Des. in Fashion Communication796597
B.FTech. in Apparel Production115218175
Master of Design (M.Des.)797195
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)774773
B.Des. in Fashion Design19120890
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Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for admission to B.Des at National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai?
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The cutoff for the 2023 B.Des programme at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Mumbai, was 80th rank for fashion communication and 191st rank for fashion design. For 2022, 2021, and 2020, the cutoff was in this range plus or minus 10 ranks. 

According to previous year trends, the 2024 cutoff for the open category at NIFT is expected to be 30.50. You can check the cut-off marks on the official NIFT website:

Go to the NIFT website

  1. Click the Admissions tab on the home page
  2. Click Last Merit Rank Admitted in Admissions 2024
  3. Download the PDF and save it for future reference 
  4. You can also check the cutoff at the NIFT admission portal at exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT/
Q:   Can I get into NIFT Mumbai with 400 rank?
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NIFT Mumbai eligibility criteria does not specifies the minimum aggregate to apply for a course. However, aspirants must pass Class 12 to apply for UG and graduation for PG courses. Besides, candidates have to qualify NIFT Entrance Exam for admission to UG and PG courses. The application process is carried out via online mode. Some of the popular programmes that the institute offers are BDesBFTech, and MDes.

NIFT Mumbai vs Other NIFTs- Which is better?

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B.Des
M.Des
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B.FTech
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-/-₹ 5.63 L - 12.96 L -/-
₹ 19.63 LPA₹ 8 L -/-
-/-₹ 5.63 L - 12.96 L -/-
-/-₹ 16.8 L - 17.5 L -/-
-/-₹ 29.4 L -/-
-/-₹ 6.25 L - 6.75 L -/-
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Q:   Is NIFT Mumbai is more expensive than Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University?
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Yes, NIFTs are centrally funded institutions with fees that might be slightly higher compared to state university like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University, but placement record of NIFT Mumbai is much better.NIFT Mumbai is more expensive than Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University. The fee structure for NIFT Mumbai's B.Des course for non-NRI students is approximately INR 12.77 lakhs for four years. In contrast, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University's fee structure varies depending on the course and ranges from INR 10,000 to INR 1.5 lakhs per year

Q:   Which college should I choose for BDes among NIFT Mumbai and School of Design and Innovation, AU?
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In order to make a choice between BDes courses offered by NIFT Mumbai and the School of Design and Innovation, AU, students can compare the options based on significant factors such as fees and Shiksha rating. To help, presented below is a comparison between the BDes courses at NIFT Mumbai and the School of Design and Innovation, AU based on fees and ratings:

BDes Offering Institute

Course Fees

Shiksha Rating

NIFT Mumbai

 INR 5.6 Lacs - INR 12.3 lakh

3.8/5

School of Design and Innovation, AU

INR 12.34 lakh

4.4/5

Note: The abovementioned information is as per official sources. However, it is subject to change. Hence, it is indicative.

Q:   Which is better for pursuing a BDes - IIT Bombay or NIFT Mumbai?
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Both IIT Bombay and NIFT Mumbai are recognised for their BDes course. For better comparison, below are some parameters to compare BDes programme of both the institutes:

ParameterIIT BombayNIFT Mumbai
Total tuition fee*INR 8 Lacs - INR 11.6 lakhINR 5.6 Lacs - INR 11.7 lakh
Overall NIRF Ranking 20234NA
SpecialisationIndustrial Design, Communication Design, Animation, etc.Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Textile Design, etc.
Selection criteriaUCEEDNIFT Entrance Exam

*The fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, data might vary.

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NIFT Mumbai Scholarships 2025

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Q:   Does NIFT Mumbai offer scholarships to students?
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Yes, Students from economically weaker families as well as meritorious students are provided scholarships at NIFT Mumbai. Some of the scholarships offered by the National Institute of Fashion Technology NIFT are mentioned in the table given below:

NIFT Scholarships

UDAAN- NIFT Means – Cum - Merit Scheme for Foreign Studies

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NIFT Mumbai Rankings 2024

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Q:   What is the qualifying rank for an MDes in NIFT Mumbai?
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Candidates seeking admission at NIFT Mumbai MDes need to meet the NIFT Mumbai cutoff 

The NIFT Mumbai MDes cutoff 2023 is mentioned in the table given below:

Course2023
Master of Design (MDes)79
Q:   What is the rank required for NIFT Mumbai B.Des course for OBC category students?
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NIFT Mumbai cutoff for UG and PG courses is based on the NIFT Exam. As per the NIFT Mumbai cutoff 2024, the last round closing rank for B.Des ranged between 1557 and 3400 for the OBC All India category students. B.Des. in Accessory Design was the most competitive specialisation considering its last round closing rank. So, as per the NIFT last round cutoff, candidates seeking admission to NIFT Mumbai must secure a rank upto 3400 to be eligible for B.Des admission. 

Tabulated below is the NIFT Mumbai last-round closing ranks for all the B.Des courses for students belonging to the OBC category under the AI quota: 

Course2024
B.Des. in Accessory Design1557
B.Des. in Fashion Design1791
B.Des. in Textile Design3167
B.Des. in Knitwear Design3400
B.F.Tech. in Apparel Production1460
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)546
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A comparison between both the NIFTs is presented below for their MDes programmes:

Institute Names

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Eligibility Criteria

NIFT Delhi

Rs. 5.9 lakh

Bachelor's degree in a relevant stream 

NIFT Mumbai

INR 5.6 lakh

Bachelor's degree in a relevant stream 

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Rachit Kumar

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Answered 7 months ago

The Cutoff for NIFT Mumbai for B.Des in Fashion Design 2025 will be out soon once the Stage 2 Exams are over and the final results are declared. However, we can get a fair idea by looking at the Cut offs for NIFT Mumbai Fashion Design 2024.

The following table presents the Cutoff for Round 1 under Al

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 7 months ago

The Cut off for NIFT Mumbai 2025 for B.Des in Textile Design will be out soon. In the meanwhile, we can have a look at the Cutoff 2024 to get a rough idea.

The following table presents the Cutoff for Round 1 under All India Quota for NIFT Mumbai 2024:

Category
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OBC7222044
Gen-EWS5812653
Open301570
Open (PwD)56545654
SC35224385
ST50765499

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 7 months ago

NIFT Mumbai admits students to its BDes courses via scores obtained in the NIFT Entrance Exam. For 2025 admissions, this test was conducted by NTA on Feb 9, 2025. Moreover, NTA has also released the entrance exam results. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their results and download the

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Shailja Rawat

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 7 months ago

According to student reviews present on Shiksha, NIFT Mumbai provides good placements for BDes students. As per the reviews, 90% of the students were placed during recent years' placements. Apart from this, the students suggest that the salary packages at NIFT Mumbai ranged from INR 3.5 LPA to INR

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