List of Documents Required for NIFT Application Form 2026
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2026 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )
When applying for NIFT 2026, you must upload all the relevant documents and ensure they meet the required specifications. Read everything you need to know about NIFT 2026 application documents and prescribed specifications.
NTA NIFT Application Correction Window is closed now. It was open January 21, 2026 to Janaury 22, 2026. The window was open till 11:50 PM. NTA released the official notice regarding the dates and editable and non-editable items in the NIFTEE Registration form.
Application form for NIFT 2026 with late fees and regular fee is closed now. The application form was available at nift.ac.in. The NIFT entrance exam application form was the same for all courses.
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When applying for the exam, the candidate had to upload all the relevant documents in the prescribed format. If the candidate didn't follow the guidelines, they can't upload the document, or the application may be rejected. Also, if all the relevant documents aren’t uploaded, the candidate may not get the preferred seat or even miss out on admission altogether. For instance, if the candidate doesn’t upload their category certificate, then they will be considered for admission under the open category.
Here we bring all the details you need to know about the list of documents required for filling out the NIFT application form. So, keep reading.
- NIFT Admission Process 2026
- NIFT 2026 Application Form - Document Required
- NIFT 2026 Application Form - Document Size and Format
- What if I don’t follow NIFT 2026 application format?
- NIFT 2026 Application Form Dates
- How to fill NIFT Application Form 2026
- Will there be a NIFT 2026 Application Form Correction Window?
- NIFT Admit Card 2026
NIFT Admission Process 2026
The admission process for NIFT 2026 is closed now with late fees. The NIFT 2026 exam will be conducted for admission to the B.Des, M.Des, B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M courses.
NIFT entrance exam 2026 will be conducted in two stages.
- Stage 1 - The candidate will first take a written exam - NIFT CAT and NIFT GAT
- Stage 2 - If shortlisted, the candidate has to appear in NIFT Situation Test/ NIFT Personal Interview
The final result of NIFT 2026 will be prepared by giving weightage to the written exam and Situation Test/ PI.
The NTA has released the admission schedule for the NIFT 2026 entrance exam, including the application dates. The last date to fill application will be in the first week of January 2026.
Candidates applying a late fee will have to pay an additional INR 5,000.
The application process for NIFT will be conducted online. After completing the application process, inclduing payment of fees, the candidate must download a printout of the application form.
In fact, the NIFT prospectus prescribes the candidate to “apply on time and keep a printout / photocopy of application form for further reference along with proof of payment.”
NIFT 2026 Application Form - Document Required
The list of documents to be uploaded while applying for the NIFT 2026 exam is outlined below.
- Copy of Board / University Certificate as proof of Candidate’s Name, Mother’s Name, Father’s
- Name and Date of Birth
- Type of Identification–Bank A/c passbook with photograph /Passport Number/ Ration Card/
- Aadhaar Card Number/ Voter ID Card Number/ Other Govt ID
- Qualifying Degree Certificate or last semester marks sheet
- Your Mailing Address as well as Permanent Address with PIN code
- Four cities for Centres of your choice
- Category Certificate, if applicable
- Undertaking / Result Awaited Certificate, if applicable
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Certificate, if applicable
- SC, ST, OBC (NCL) Certificate, if applicable
- Person with Disability (PwD) Certificate & UDID, if applicable
- E-mail address and Mobile Number of the candidate
- Candidate’s Photograph.
- Candidate’s Signature in running hand.
NIFT 2026 Application Form - Document Size and Format
When uploading the documents, the candidate must follow the document and size format given below.
| Document |
Size |
Format |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph |
10-200 KB |
JPG |
| Signature |
04-30 KB |
JPG |
| Duly verified Result Awaited Attestation Form |
50KB to 500KB |
|
| Category Certificate |
50KB to 300 KB |
|
| PwD Certificate and UDID |
50KB to 300 KB |
|
NIFT 2026 application form correction window will open soon after the online application form closes. To make corrections in the form, candidates need to
Go to the NIFT 2026 admission portal
If the application correction window is open, link will be activated
Click on the link Log in using candidate credentials
Upon log in, make the necessary change
Submit the form after making changes.
The NIFT 2026 application fee is category-specific. The application fee for General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS Category. Meanwhile, those belonging to SC/ ST/ PwD Category need to pay only INR 1,500. The application fee has to be paid online using net banking, credit, or debit cards. The application fee will have to be paid at the time of filling out the NIFT application form. Note that payment made using demand draft will not be accepted.
Candidates were given the option to edit the NIFT 2026 application form for a limited time period.
Using NIFT application edit option, candidate will be able to edit or correct some of the information in registration form. Some of the details the candidate can edit include name, date of birth, category, state domicile, etc. However, the candidate is not allowed to edit the exam city. The schedule for the application correction will be notified by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) at its admission portal - niftadmissions.in.
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What if I don’t follow NIFT 2026 application format?
The candidate may face several issues if they don’t follow the NIFT 2026 application form document guidelines. A few of them are explained here.
- The candidate may not be able to upload the document.
- This means the application process will be incomplete.
- Even if the candidate somehow manages to upload the document, there is a chance the application may be rejected because it doesn’t meet the prescribed specifications.
So, make sure that you follow the given instructions when uploading the documents.
NIFT 2026 Application Form Dates
The tentative exam dates for NIFT 2026 are given below.
| Event |
Dates |
|---|---|
| NIFT 2026 application form opens |
December 08, 2025 |
| Last date to submit applications |
January 16, 2026 |
| Last date to submit applications with late fees |
January 17, 2026 to January 18, 2026 |
| Application form edit window |
January 21, 2026 to January 22, 2026 |
| Conduct of NIFT 2026 exam |
February 08, 2026 |
How to fill NIFT Application Form 2026
To apply for the NIFT 2026 exam, candidates must follow the steps listed below.
- Create an applicant account - The candidate must use their Aadhaar details and get them verified. Next, they need to enter their email ID, mobile number, and parent’s name. On successful registration, an applicant account will be created.
- Fill in the application form - Log in to the newly created applicant account and fill in academic qualification, correspondence address, personal information, and other relevant details.
- Select NIFT 2026 test center - The list of available exam cities will be shown in the drop-down menu. Select the relevant city.
- Upload documents - You will have to upload documents per the given format and specification.
- Pay the application fee - Finally, pay the application fee of NIFT 2026 to complete the application process. Note that the application fee is category-specific. The application fee is non-refundable.
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NIFT 2026 Application fee
The application fee for NIFT is INR 2,000 (INR 500 for SC, ST, and PwD categories). NIFT Application forms can also be filled with late fees. The late fee is INR 5,000.
| Category |
NIFT 2026 Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS Category |
INR 2,000 |
| SC/ ST/ PwD Category |
INR 500 |
Will there be a NIFT 2026 Application Form Correction Window?
Yes, NTA will allow candidates to edit the NIFT 2026 application form. NIFT correction window will open from January 21, 2026 to January 22, 2026. Using the correction window, the candidate can correct all particulars in the application form, except for the mobile number and email ID.
The following items can be edited during the NIFT 2026 application correction window.
| Action |
Fields |
|---|---|
| Non-editable details Candidates shall NOT be allowed to change |
|
| Any one field can be changed |
|
| All fields can be edited |
|
| Candidates shall be allowed to change examination Cities based on their Permanent and Present address |
|
| Candidate shall be allowed to change all the fields |
|
| Candidate shall be allowed to edit the fields
|
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NIFT Admit Card 2026
NTA will release the NIFT 2026 admit cards separately for the written exams and Situation Test/ Personal Interview.
The admit card will be released for all candidates who complete the NIFT 2026 application process. The admit card has to be downloaded online from the NTA portal using one’s application number and date of birth.
On the day of the NIFT 2026 exam, the candidate needs to bring with them the admit card and a valid photo ID proof. Without these documents, the candidate will not be allowed inside the exam center. The admit card will carry details like the candidate’s name and roll number, date and time of the exam, name and address of the exam center, and exam-day guidelines.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
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
- M
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Some of the important topics for NIFT Situation Test are:
- Momentoes
- Badges
- product Design
- Set Design
- Book Cover/Diaries
- Window Display: For Shoes, Clothes, etc.
- Accessories
- Character Design
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NIFT Situation Test is a hands on test. It evaluates a candidate skills for material handling and innovative ability with a given set of materials. Candidates are required to make a 3D model.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
No, there is no negative marking in NIFT Situation Test. Negative marking is only there in NIFT GAT part in stage 1.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NIFT exam is among the most competitive and the toughest. So, it is recommended that candidate start their exam preparation in advance, around 1 year before.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
After completing NIFT 3D model in Situation Test, candidates are required to write a brief explanation of model. This is known as Write Up. It should be clear, concise and structured. It should explain process, inspiration, theme and materials.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
A Technical Ability Test (TAT) and Personal Interview will be conducted for NIFT Stage 2 examination of B.F.Tech. (NLEA). The format of the exam will be in paper-based (OMR) format.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NIFT Situation Test will be of 2 hours. In this time, candidates have to draw the given 3D model and write about it.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
There is no dress code for the NTA NIFT 2026 Situation Test. But it is advisable to dress up neatly and smartly. Students should avoid chunky jewellry flashy logos for the exam.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
After NIFT Situation Test, NIFT prepares a final merit list based on the weighted average of GAT, CAT, and Situation Test and Interview scores. Qualified candidates are then invited for counselling.
S
Contributor-Level 10
NIFT Application 2026 is closed now. The registration started on December 08, 2025. NIFT 2026 Application forms and Notifications can be out anytime now for B.Des, M.Des, B.F. Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M programmes. The application form will be released at @nift.ac.in. The NIFT entrance exam application form is the same for all courses. The application fee for NIFT is INR 2,000 (INR 500 for SC, ST, and PwD categories). NIFT Application forms can also be filled with late fees. The late fee is INR 5,000.