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A 3000 rank is not good, but can be said to be a decent rank. The chances of getting a top-tier college if you are of General Category are very low. This is because the cutoff for the top NIFT Campuses, like NIFT Delhi, NIFT Mumbai, NIFT Kolkata, is very high, and the admission closes at around 1000 rank.

NIFT counselling will begin in July 2026. Every design student wants to pursue their studies at NIFT institutes. But this is not that easy, it all depends upon your rank, score and category. Read on to find out if you will be able to make it to NIFT colleges if your rank is in the 3000s.

Is 3000 Rank Good for NIFT 2026?

Is 3000 Rank Good for NIFT 2026?

The answer to the question," Is a 3000 Rank Good for NIFT 2026?" is that a 3000 rank is not good, but can be said to be a decent rank. The chances of getting a top-tier college if you are of General Category are very low. This is because the cutoff for the top NIFT Campuses, like NIFT Delhi, NIFT Mumbai, NIFT Kolkata, is very high, and the admission closes at around 1000 rank. However, you will be able to make it to tier 2 colleges of NIFT or new NIFT colleges like NIFT RaeBareli, Shillong, Srinagar or Kangra. But there are still chances of getting a top NIFT Institute with a certain specialisation if a seat remains vacant in the other rounds of NIFT Counselling. If you belong to other categories, like OBC, SC, ST, PwD, the chances of getting a top NIFT college are good. 

Table of contents
  • NIFT Colleges at 3000 Rank
  • NIFT Expected Cutoff 2026 for General Category (Campus-Wise)
  • NIFT Varanasi Round 1 Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)
  • NIFT Daman Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)
  • NIFT Raebareli Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)
  • NIFT Kangra Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)

NIFT Colleges at 3000 Rank

Check out the NIFT Campus List at 3000 rank for different Categories.

NIFT Campus at 3000 Rank Possible Specialisation Category
NIFT Bhopal Textile Design, Knitwear Design and Accessory Design OBC, EWS
NIFT Kannur Textile Design, Knitwear Design and Accessory Design Gen, OBC, EWS, SC and ST
NIFT Varanasi Textile Design, Knitwear Design and Accessory Design Gen, OBC, EWS, SC and ST
NIFT Shillong Textile Design and Accessory Design Gen, OBC, EWS, SC and ST
NIFT Kangra Textile Design, Knitwear Design Gen, OBC, EWS, SC and ST
NIFT Daman Textile Design, Knitwear Design and Accessory Design Gen, OBC, EWS, SC and ST
NIFT Jodhpur Textile Design and Accessory Design Gen, OBC, EWS, SC and ST
NIFT Patna Textile Design, Knitwear Design and Accessory Design OBC, EWS
NIFT Hyderabad Fashion Design and Fashion Communication SC/ST
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will NIFT 2026 Situation Test be conducted?
A: 

NIFT 2026 Situation Test will be conducted, tentatively in second week of June 2026. It is expected to be conducted on June 08, 2026 based on last year date.

Q:   What is the material list for NIFT Situation Test 2026?
A: 

The material kit of NIFT Situation Test 2026 can include the following:

  • Corrugated sheets: 2
  • Cardboard: 1
  • OHP Sheets: 1
  • Translucents Sheet: 1
  • Coloured sheets: 4
  • Ice cream sticks: 8-10
  • Toothpicks: 6-7
  • All pinks
  • Jute Thread: 2m
  • Needle
  • Balloon
  • Clay: 2 colors
  • Chopsticks: 2
  • Quilling strips
  • Paper plate: 2
  • Bubble wrap: 1
  • Muslin Cloth piece
  • Butter paper
  • Newspaper
  • Rubber band
Q:   How many students appeared for NTA 2026 NIFT Stage 1?
A: 

Shift

NIFTEE Stage 1 2026 Exam

Registered (expected)

Appeared (expected)

Shift 1

General Ability Test (GAT)

18000+

17000+

Shift 2

Creative Ability Test (CAT)

16000+

15000+

Total

 

34000+

32000+

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NIFT Expected Cutoff 2026 for General Category (Campus-Wise)

The following table provides the expected NIFT 2026 cutoff ranks for top campuses based on previous year data and admission trends.

Campus

Expected B.Des Cutoff Rank (General)

Expected B.F.Tech Cutoff Rank (General)

Admission Chances

NIFT Delhi

1 - 150

1 - 200

Very High

NIFT Mumbai

150 - 400

200 - 450

High

NIFT Bengaluru

400 - 700

450 - 800

High

NIFT Chennai

700 - 1000

800 - 1100

Moderate

NIFT Hyderabad

1000 - 1300

1100 - 1400

Moderate

NIFT Kolkata

1300 - 1600

1400 - 1700

Moderate

NIFT Gandhinagar

1600 - 1900

1700 - 2000

Low

NIFT Patna

1900 - 2200

2000 - 2300

Low

NIFT Shillong

2200 - 2500

2300 - 2600

Low

NIFT Varanasi Round 1 Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)

The cut off for NIFT Varanasi Round 1 Cutoff  for B.Des under All India Quota is:

NIFT Daman Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)

The cut off for NIFT Daman Cutoff  for B.Des under All India Quota is:

NIFT Raebareli Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)

The cut off for NIFT Raebareli Cutoff  for B.Des under All India Quota is:

NIFT Kangra Cut off for B.Des (All Categories)

The cutoff for NIFT Kangra Cutoff  for B.Des under All India Quota is:

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The material kit of NIFT Situation Test 2026 can include the following:

  • Corrugated sheets: 2
  • Cardboard: 1
  • OHP Sheets: 1
  • Translucents Sheet: 1
  • Coloured sheets: 4
  • Ice cream sticks: 8-10
  • Toothpicks: 6-7
  • All pinks
  • Jute Thread: 2m
  • Needle
  • Balloon
  • Clay: 2 colors
  • Chopsticks: 2
  • Quilling strips
  • Paper plate: 2
  • Bubble wrap: 1
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