NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Dress Code for Male and Female Candidates
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2026 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )
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NIFT 2026 exam will be held on February 8, 2026 at various test centres across India. NTA, the examination conducting body has released exam day advisory and guidelines. Candidates appearing for the NIFT entrance exam 2026 must follow the guidelines and specifically the dress code to avoid any hassle on the exam day. Check here, NIFT entrance exam dress code for male and female candidates.
NIFT 2026 exam day dress code
NIFTEE 2026 entrance exam is to be conducted today, February 08, 2026. It is time now to prepare for the test day. Candidates appearing for the NIFT 2026 GAT and CAT exams are required to follow certain guidelines and dress code at the test centre. NTA, the examination conducting body will have elaborate arrangements for conduct of the exam in free and fair environment. Candidates are expected to follow the guidelines and cooperate with the test centre staff for smooth conduct of the exam.
It is very critical to not only follow the NIFT Entrance exam day guidelines but also the NIFT exam day dress code. Check below NIFT entrance exam dress code for male and female candidates.
NTA released the NIFT Admit Card 2026 for all the UG and PG programmes on February 04, 2026. Candidates can download the admit card using Application number and password.
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- NIFT Entrance Exam Dress Code for Male Candidates
- NIFT Entrance Exam Dress Code for Female Candidates
- What to Wear on NIFT Exam Day 2026?
- Things to Carry On NIFT 2026 Exam Day
- NTA NIFT Stage 1 Exam Timings for UG and PG Programmes
- Things you can take inside NTA NIFT Exam Hall
NIFT Entrance Exam Dress Code for Male Candidates
- Candidates must not wear caps and hoodies
- Candidates should not wear high boots
- Candidates should not wear jackets and coats with pocket
- Candidate should not wear belts, etc. with metal in it
- Candidates should not wear wrist watch
- Simple shirts and trousers, sweaters are allowed
Commonly asked questions
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.
No, there is no negative marking in NIFT Situation Test. Negative marking is only there in NIFT GAT part in stage 1.
During the Situation Test, the candidate will be provided with a set of materials. Using these materials, the candidate will be required to make specific models. In this test, candidates are required to create a 3D model based on the question asked for, which they are given 2 hours, within which they need to conceptualize and complete the model.
After completing the mode, the candidate will also have to draft a write-up, which is evaluated by the jury later. Note that besides material exploration & management skills, NIFT also lays great emphasis on time management skills and students are closely monitored on the fact that whether they have managed to complete the task at hand in two hours or not.
NIFT Entrance Exam Dress Code for Female Candidates
- Candidates must not wear jewellery and accessories with metal in it
- Candidate should not wear high boots
- Candidates should not wear jackets and hoodies with pockets
- Candidates should not wear wrist watch
Also read: NIFT Exam Timing 2026: Shift Schedule, Reporting Time & Instructions
What to Wear on NIFT Exam Day 2026?
The above mentioned dress code is to ensure that no candidate indulges in cheating or any sort of malpractice to affect the exam negatively. Both male and female candidates must keep in mind comfort and ease on the NIFT exam day while choosing their outfit. They should preferably opt for simple clothing and comfortable footwear.
Commonly asked questions
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.
The GAT paper for all the B.Des and M.Des courses will be conducted from 9 am - 11 am (tentatively). Meanwhile, the GAT written exam for B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M. courses are expected to be conducted from 9 am - 12 noon.
Candidates needed to report to the NIFT 2026 exam centre at least an hour in advance.
Note that the CAT paper for the B. Des and M.Des courses will be held from 2.30 pm - 5.30 pm.
The purpose of reporting early is to complete admission formalities, including registration, frisking, verifying the identity of the candidate, etc. Note that the exam timings and reporting time for the NIFT exam will be mentioned in the admit card.
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
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Things to Carry On NIFT 2026 Exam Day
Check below the list of items to carry on the NIFT 2026 exam day. You must arrange these 2 days before the NIFT Entrance exam Stage 1.
- Two copies of the NIFT 2026 Admit Card
- AADHAAR Card for verification
- A passport-size photograph for pasting on the Attendance Sheet
- Personal transparent water bottle
- A simple transparent Ball Point Pen/ Pencil / Erasers / Ruler (In a transparent pouch)/ A-4 Transparent Acrylic Board (for B.Des./M.Des. candidates).
Note: No other item will be allowed inside the test lab. Before reaching the NIFT test entre, candidates must enter the required details, paste their photo, and put a thumb impression at the appropriate section on the NIFT admit card 2026. Make sure that the Left-Hand Thumb Impression is clear and not smudged.
NTA NIFT Stage 1 Exam Timings for UG and PG Programmes
Check out the timings for NIFT UG and PG.
| Programmes |
Test |
Examination Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Design |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| CAT |
03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
|
| Bachelor of Design (NLEA) |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Bachelor of Fashion Technology |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| Bachelor of Fashion Technology (NLEA) |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| Bachelor of Fashion Technology and Bachelor of Design |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| CAT |
03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
|
| Master of Design |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| CAT |
03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
|
| Master of Fashion Management |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| Master of Fashion Management and Master of Design |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| CAT |
03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
|
| Master of Fashion Technology |
GAT |
10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
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Things you can take inside NTA NIFT Exam Hall
Candidates must carry only the following items with them into the NIFT 2026 examination centre.
- Admit Card along with a duly filled Self Declaration (Undertaking) downloaded from the NTA Website (a clear printout on A4 size paper).
- A simple transparent Ball Point
Candidates appearing for NIFT CAT also need to carry their Colouring and Drawing material. For CAT, a physical Question Booklet with space for responses will be provided at the Centre. 02 Additional photograph (same as uploaded on the Online Application Form) to be pasted on the attendance sheet in examination Room/ Hall.
- Any one of the authorized photo IDs (must be original, valid, and non-expired) – College Identity Card with photograph/ PAN Card/ Driving License/ Voter ID/ Passport/Aadhaar Card (With photograph)/E-Aadhaar with photograph/ Ration Card with photograph/ Bank Passbook with Photograph.
- PwD certificate and UDID issued by the authorized medical officer (if applicable)
- Personal transparent water.
- Sugar tablets/fruits (like banana/apple/orange) in case the candidate is diabetic.
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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
- M
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Answered 3 weeks 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
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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.
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