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)

NIFTEE 2026 is to be conducted on February 08, 2026. 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. 

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.

No, NIFT Hyderabad don’t take admission directly, for admission in NIFT Hyderabad the candidate should appear for NIFT Exam. The applicants will be shortlisted for the further proceeding of admission on the basis of marks secured in NIFT Exam i.e., CAT and GAT. The application process of NIFT Exam is listed below:

1. Apply online through official website of the NIFT, fill the required details and submit the application form.
2. After that the applicant should pay the application fee of INR 3000 and INR 1500 as per the category.
3. The date and other information will be communicated to the candidates via email.
4. Download Admit Card, appear for NIFT Exam, and check for results and appear for counselling process and seat allocation for successful candidates.

NIFT Hyderabad has 190 seats in BDes programme. There are 38 seats in each BDes specialisation. The institute offers seats to candidates in BDes based on their scores in NIFT Entrance Exam followed by a Situation Test.

NIFT Hyderabad gives maximum weightage to NIFT Entrance Exam in the selection process. Below are the selection parameters and their weightage for BDes admission:

Aspirants must pass Class 12 from a recognised board to apply for BDes courses at NIFT Hyderabad. Candidates also need to pass NIFT Entrance Exam (CAT + GAT) followed by a Situation Test for admission.

The Fashion institute offers BDes courses in five specialisations. All five BDes specialisations are offered as lateral entry courses as well. Tabulated below are the specialisations in which the UG course is offered at NIFT Hyderabad:

In terms of placements, NIFT Hyderabad has a decent track record. The official statistics have not been released. As per the data fetched from unofficial sources, the important details are mentioned below:

NOTE: The above placement details are collated from the Shiksha Students' Reviews.