NIFT 2026 Correction Window (Open): Check Editable & Non-Editable Items in Application Form

National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2026 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )

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Updated on Jan 21, 2026 11:14 IST
NIFT Application Form Correction 2026 - The window to correct particulars in NIFT 2026 application is open, on January 21, 2026. Here we bring you step-wise process to make the corrections, what can and can’t be edited, and much more. The application form for NIFT 2026 is open now. Keep reading.

The window to correct particulars in NIFT 2026 application is open now. Here we bring you the process to make the corrections, what can and can’t be edited, and much more. Keep reading.

NIFT Application Form Correction 2026 - NTA opens the NIFT 2026 application correction window today, January 21, 2026. The NTA has released a notice regarding the updated dates and items that can be edited. Using the correction facility, the candidate can edit all the particulars in the application form except for their registered email and mobile number. The application correction window is open till January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM. No fees will be charged by NTA to make any corrections in the NIFTEE Registration form.

NIFT 2026 Application forms and Notifications are closed now for B.Des, M.Des, B.F. Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M programmes with regular and late fees of INR 5,000. The application form was released at nift.ac.in. The NIFT entrance exam application form was the same for all courses. The application fee for NIFT was INR 2,000 (INR 500 for SC, ST, and PwD categories). 

Latest Update:

NIFT 2026 entrance exam will be conducted on February 08, 2026.

Table of contents
  • What is NIFT Application Correction Window?
  • NIFT 2026 Application Form Dates
  • Details can be edited in NIFT Application Form 2026
  • Details that can’t be edited in NIFT 2026 Application form
  • Can I edit admission category in NIFT 2026 Application form?
  • How to make corrections in NIFT Application Form 2026?
  • NIFT 2026 Application Form - Document Required
  • NIFT Application Fee 2026
  • NIFT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
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What is NIFT Application Correction Window?

NIFT gives the opportunity to edit the NIFT application form if there was any mistake at the time of filling the application form. It opens after the Application window is closed. Candidates can edit certain information like Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, etc. This window is known as NIFT Application Correction Window. Using the NIFT 2026 application correction window, the candidate can also upload fresh documents. 

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Q:   Will there be an option to edit the NIFT application form?
A: 

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.

Q:   When will the NIFT 2026 application form open?
A: 

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.

Q:   Do I need to keep a photocopy/printout after filling out the NIFT 2026 application form?
A: 

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 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 (Closed)

Last date to submit applications with late fees

 January 17, 2026 to 19 January 2026 (Closed)

Application form edit window

January 20, 2026 to 21 January 2026 (Open)

Conduct of NIFT 2026 exam

 February 08, 2026

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Details can be edited in NIFT Application Form 2026

The following items can be edited using the NIFT 2026 application correction window.

Action

Fields

Non-editable details

Candidates shall NOT be allowed to change

  • Mobile Number
  • E-Mail address
  • Address (Permanent and Present)
  • Signature - Image Upload

Any one field can be changed

  • Candidate Name
  • Father Name
  • Mother Name

All fields can be edited

  • Class 10/ equivalent details
  • Class 12/ equivalent details
  • Graduation Details (if applicable)
  • Post Graduation Details (if applicable)

Candidates shall be allowed to change examination Cities based on their Permanent and Present address

  • Exam Centre City Selection (all 4 preferences)
  • Medium

Candidate shall be allowed to change all the fields

  • Date of Birth
  • Gender
  • Category
  • Sub-category /PwBD
Candidate shall be allowed to edit the fields

 

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Q:   How can I make corrections in the NIFT 2026 application form?
A: 

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.

Q:   What is the application fee for NIFT 2026 exam?
A: 

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.

Q:   What are the documents needed and prescribed format to apply for NIFT 2026?
A: 

When filling NIFT 2026 application form, you will have to upload your Live photo, photograph and signature. 

Check out details given below.

  • Photograph - Upload only a recent scanned passport size color photograph.
  • Accepted file size should be no more than 100KB. The accepted format is jpeg only. 
  • Signature - Scanned signature should be in Blue/Black ink on white background.

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Details that can’t be edited in NIFT 2026 Application form

The candidate can’t edit the following information in the application form.

  1. Registered Email ID
  2. Mobile number

Can I edit admission category in NIFT 2026 Application form?

Yes, the candidate can also modify their admission category. To make the changes, the candidate simply needs to edit the category option. Also, the candidate must pay the additional fee (wherever applicable) using a credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI available on the application portal.  

It is recommended that the candidate select the correct category because all details will be verified at the time of NIFT 2026 counselling. If any anomaly is found, the candidate may be disqualified from the admission process. 

How to make corrections in NIFT Application Form 2026?

Candidates must follow the steps listed below to edit the NIFT 2026 application form.

  1. Go to the NIFT 2026 admission portal
  2. If the Correction Window is open, the link will be activated
  3. Click on the NIFT 2026 application form Correction tab
  4. You will be redirected to a log-in window
  5. Enter your registered application number, email ID, and DOB to log in
  6. On log-in, you will be able to make the necessary changes
  7. Submit the application form after making the corrections

NIFT 2026 Application Form - Document Required

Before applying for NIFT 2026, you need to keep the list of documents ready.

  • Copy of Board / University Certificate for 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
  • Scanned images in JPG format only
  • Candidate’s Photograph - File size must be between 10-200 KB.
  • Candidate’s Signature in running hand - File size must be between 04-30 KB. 

NIFT Application Fee 2026

The category-wise application fee for NIFT 2026 is given in the table below.

Category

NIFT Application Fee (non-refundable)

General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS Category

INR 2,000

SC/ ST/ PwD Category

INR 500

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NIFT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The NTA will release the program-wise eligibility criteria for NIFT 2026.

It is the responsibility of the candidate to carefully go through the eligibility criteria. Note that unless the candidate meets these conditions, he or she will not be considered for admission.

Among the important eligibility conditions that the candidate needs to meet are academic qualifications, age limit, number of attempts, etc.

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