NIFT Exam Analysis 2026 for M.Des (OUT): Question Paper Difficulty Level, Student Reviews
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2026 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )
NIFT PG 2026 exam analysis is released now after exam is conducted. NTA conducted NIFT PG 2026 exam in CBT and PBT. Candidates who appeared for NIFT PG 2026 exam can check all NIFT PG analysis, memory-based questions and student reactions here. NTA conducted NIFT PG 2026 exam on February 08, 2026.
NIFT PG Exam Analysis
NIFT Entrance Exam was conducted today, February 08, 2026. The exam was conducted in two shifts for NIFT GAT and NIFT CAT. The questions in the NIFT PG entrance exam were of Moderate level. The exam analysis will include the number of questions asked, paper difficulty, type of questions, and repeated questions, expected cutoff, etc.
Latest Updates:
- NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2026 for PG (Difficulty, Expected Cut-off, Length of Paper)
- NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2025 for PG
- NIFT CAT 2025: Paper Analysis
- NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2024 for PG
- NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2023 for PG (M.Des)
- What is the NIFT Exam Structure for M.F.Tech.
- What is the NIFT Exam Structure for MFM and M. Des Programs?
NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2026 for PG (Difficulty, Expected Cut-off, Length of Paper)
The NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Analysis is given below.
| NIFT GAT Sections | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | Moderate |
| Quantitative Analytics | Moderate |
| Communication Ability & English Comprehension | Moderate |
| GK | Moderate |
NID DAT and NIFT are two of the most important design entrance exams in the country. Both exams have a design aptitude test and many topics that overlap.
So, you can safely solve NID DAT sample papers as well. That being said you first job will be to complete the NIFT sample papers.
Yes, you can check NIFT cutoff of previous year to get an idea of seat allotment and counselling. When checking cutoff table, you should check programme and respective category. After checking cut-off and analyzing trends, you need to prepare accordingly.
NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2025 for PG
The NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 Analysis will be updated here soon.
| NIFT GAT Sections | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | Moderate |
| Quantitative Analytics | Moderate and time-consuming |
| Communication Ability & English Comprehension | Easy to moderate |
| GK | Moderate to difficult |
NIFT CAT 2025: Paper Analysis
Check out the NIFT CAT analysis for 2025.
| NIFT CAT Sections | Difficulty Level |
| Moderate |
To do well in an entrance exam like NIFT, the candidate is expected to have good drawing skills. Note that the NIFT paper will have two sub-exams - CAT and GAT.
The CAT or the Creative Ability Test will evauate the drawing skills of the candidate.
So, unless you have above average drawing skills, you might struggle.
To do well in the exam, work on your drawing and visualization skills.
Mock tests are not meant to be alternative to holistic exam preparation for NIFT. This means the candidate must first go through the text books, learn the concepts, solve the problem Sets given at the end of each chapter or from problem booklets, and take notes. Also, solve sample papers to develop ones problem-solving and time-management skills. The prime purpose of mock tests is to help the candidate get an exam-like experience and fix last minute gaps. So, mock tests are tools to improve ones chances of getting a few extra marks and thus improving ones chances of admission.
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NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2024 for PG
The NIFT Entrance Exam 2024 Analysis will be updated here soon.
| NIFT GAT Sections | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | Moderate |
| Quantitative Analytics | Moderate and time-consuming |
| Communication Ability & English Comprehension | Easy to moderate |
| GK | Moderate to difficult |
NIFT GAT Sections: Exam Analysis 2023 for PG (M.Des)
The NIFT Entrance Exam 2023 Analysis will be updated here soon.
| Section | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability | 20 | Difficult |
| Communication Ability | 30 | Moderate |
| English Comprehension | 30 | Easy to Moderate |
| Analystical Ability | 25 | Moderate |
| Gk and Current Affairs | 15 | Moderate to difficult |
What is the NIFT Exam Structure for M.F.Tech.
| Paper Name |
Language of Written Test |
Test Duration (minutes) |
No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAT |
English/Hindi |
180 |
150 |
Sections and Number of questions in NIFT M.F Tech
| Section |
No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Communication Ability and English Comprehension |
45 |
| Case Study |
25 |
| Quantitative Ability |
30 |
| Analytical and Logical Ability |
25 |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs |
25 |
| Total |
150 |
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What is the NIFT Exam Structure for MFM and M. Des Programs?
Check out the structure for NIFT MFM and M.Des.
| Program |
Paper Name |
Test Duration (minutes) |
No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFM |
GAT (CBT) |
180 (3 hours) |
150 |
| M. Des |
GAT (CBT) + CAT (3 hrs.) |
120 (2 hours) |
120 |
| MFM & M. Des |
Section-A (2 hrs.) + Section-B (1 hr.) + CAT (3 hrs.) |
180 (3 hours) + 180 |
150 + 3 |
How many sections are there in GAT Sections for MFM & M. Des?
| Section |
No. of Questions (M.F.M.) |
No. of Questions (M. Des.) |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Ability and English Comprehension |
50 |
50 |
| Quantitative Ability |
20 |
20 |
| Analytical and Logical Ability |
25 |
25 |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs |
25 |
25 |
| Case Study |
30 |
NA |
| Total |
150 |
120 |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days 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.
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No, there is no negative marking in NIFT Situation Test. Negative marking is only there in NIFT GAT part in stage 1.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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NIFT Situation Test will be of 2 hours. In this time, candidates have to draw the given 3D model and write about it.
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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.
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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.
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NIFT Stage 2 will have Situation Test and Personal Interview.
| Programme | Stage 2 Components |
|---|---|
| B.Des (Bachelor of Design) | Situation Test – Model-making, material handling, creativity, innovation |
| B.Des (NLEA) | Studio Test + Personal Interview |
| B.Des (Artisans) | Artisan Skill Test + Personal Interview |
| B.F.Tech (NLEA) | Technical Ability Test (OMR-based) + Personal Interview |
| PG Programmes (M.Des, M.F.M., M.F.Tech) | Personal Interview |
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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.
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Along with going through the textbooks and solving problem sets, candidates must also solve previous years question papers to prepare for NIFT 2026. One of the main benefits of solving sample papers is that candidate will get to know the difficulty level, types of questions asked, and marking scheme. By analyzing the previous years question papers, candidate may also figure out trends that are followed in drafting question.