B.Des. in Fashion Communication 

at NIFT Hyderabad, Madhapur

NIFT Hyderabad has not released the latest placement report on the official website. However, as per Shikhsa's review, the highest package offered to BDes in Accessory Design students was INR 20 LPA during the placement drive 2023. The same has been outlined in the table below:

NOTE: The highest package mentioned in the table above is gathered from Shiksha's review. Hence, the stats may vary further.

Numerous undergraduate and graduate programmes in fashion and design are offered by NIFT, Hyderabad. Here are some typical classes offered at NIFT, Hyderabad, while the precise programmes provided may change from year to year:
Undergraduate Programs:

Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Fashion Design
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Leather Design
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Accessory Design
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Textile Design
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Knitwear Design
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Fashion Communication
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Fashion Technology (Apparel Production)
Postgraduate Programs:

Master of Design (M.Des) in Fashion Design
Master of Design (M.Des) in Fashion Management
Master of Design (M.Des) in Apparel Design and Merchandising
Master of Design (M.Des) in Textile Design
Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M)
Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech)

The written tests for the NIFT 2024 exam was held on February 5, 2024. The written tests comprised a General Ability Test (GAT) and a Creative Ability Test (CAT). GAT is mandatory for all candidates, but CAT is only required for B. Des and M. Des candidates. 

The GAT test will be considered in a computer-based mode, whereas the CAT will be offline based. Note that scores of the written exams will be used to shortlist candidates for a Situation Test/ Personal Interview.

Similar to other NIFT campuses, the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme admissions process at NIFT Hyderabad is based on the NIFT Entrance Exam (GAT and CAT), which is followed by a situation test and personal interview. The number of candidates and overall performance on the entrance exam are among the variables that affect the selection criteria and cutoff scores for admission, which can change from year to year. There is no set minimum score needed to get admitted to NIFT. Instead, a candidate is chosen based on how well they fared on the entrance exam, in a scenario test, and in the personal interview. All these elements are taken into account while creating the final merit list.

The minimum scores needed for the B.Des programme at NIFT Hyderabad vary depending on your category and course preference. The cutoff rank for the B.Des (Fashion Design) programme in 2022 was 3308 for the General category, 3027 for OBC (NCL), 981 for SC, and 3886 for ST.Visit the official NIFT website or get in touch with the admissions department first.

The National Institute of Fashion Technology Hyderabad cutoff for B.Des is on the basis of NIFT entrance exam, followed by the NIFT counselling process. As per the NIFT Hyderabad cutoff 2024, the last round closing rank for B.Des ranged bteween 661 and 1158 for the General AI category candidates. So, considering the last round cutoff, candidates must secure a rank upto 1158 to be eligible for NIFT Hyderabad for B.Des course.

Candidates can refer to the table below to check out the NIFT Hyderabad B.Des cutoff 2024 for the General AI category students: 

NIFT Hyderabad BDes admission is based on the NIFT entrance exam, and the admission cycle also commences with the release of the notification of the NIFT entrance exam. As per the information available on the official website of the institute, the application window is expected to open in November and close by December of the academic year.  

Yes, NIFT Hyderabad does offer BDes courses for the duration of four years, divided into eight semesters, and offered in full-time mode. To get admissions into BDes courses, candidates are required to complete their Class 12 and must achieve valid scores in the entrance exam. NIFT Hyderabad accepts the NIFT entrance exam for BDes courses, which is a combination of the CAT and GAT exams.  Further, shortlisted candidates are required to appear in a studio test, followed by a PI. 

The minimum eligibility for getting into NIFT is class 12 with a minimum percentage and selection will be based on the entrance exam. The applicants will be shortlisted for further proceeding of admission on the basis of marks secured in the NIFT Exam i.e., CAT and GAT.

The total course fee includes several fee components such as tuition fee, security deposit, registration fee, hostel charges (if applicable), etc. The total tuition fee for BDes courses at NIFT Hyderabad ranges between INR 6.07 Lacs and INR 12.34 lakh. This fee is further as per external sources and hence, the actual amount may vary. Candidates can check the institute’s official website (nift.ac.in) for more information on the fee structure.

After completing the MFM course from  NIFT Hyderabad, candidates have various job opportunities in the field of fashion and retail industries. Candidates can choose the career opportunity according to their interest. Some of the job roles available after completing the course are as follows: 

• Retail Planner

• Store Manager

• Fashion Consultant

• Visual Merchandiser

• Export Documentation Officer

• Logistics Manager

• Supply Chain Executive

• E-commerce Executive

• Business Analyst

• Product Manager

• Merchandising Manager

• Sourcing Agent

• Fashion Forecaster, etc.