NIFT 2022: Final Result DECLARED, Counselling Registration OPEN, Seat Allotment Rules OUT, Seat Matrix

NIFT Entrance Exam 2022 - The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has started the registration process for NIFT 2022 on May 20, 2022. Eligible candidates can get registered by following the registration link given below.

The candidate will have to enter their academic details, upload documents, and exercise choice-filling as part of the registration process.

Earlier the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) had declared the final results of NIFT 2022 on May 17, 2022. Candidates can check their results by following the link given below; in the log-in window enter your email id and password.

The final result for the B.Des course is prepared by giving 20% weightage to the Situation Test. The CAT written test carries 50% weightage, while GAT carries 30% weightage. In the case of UG courses, the GDPI carries 30% weightage. 

The NIFT 2022 exam was conducted in online, remote-proctored mode on February 6, 2022.  

What is NIFT Entrance Exam?

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) conducts the NIFT entrance exam to shortlist aspirants for admission to its design programs such as Bachelor of Design (BDes), Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech), Master of Design (MDes), Master of Fashion Management (MFM) and Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech). NIFT entrance exam is three-tiered in its format for BDes and MDes course admissions. As part of the NIFT entrance exam 2022 for BDes and MDes admission, candidates have to first appear for Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT).

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NIFT Entrance Exam 2022 Highlights

Check important highlights for NIFT Entrance Exam 2022 in the table below.

NIFT 2022 Final Result

The National Institute of Design has released the final result for NIFT 2022 on May 17, 2022. To prepare the final merit list, the admission committee will consider the performance of the candidate in the Situation Test/ GDPI and written tests (GAT and CAT).

The final merit list will be used to shortlist candidates for NIFT 2022 counseling and seat allotment process. Candidates who are ranked higher in the merit list will get preference during seat allotment.

NIFT Situation Test/Group Discussion and Personal Interview 2022

The situation test for the B.Des program was conducted from April 2-5 in offline mode. Candidates who have qualified in the NIFT 2022 written tests (GAT and CAT) and have participated in the choice filling process were eligible to participate in the situation test. The choice filling was conducted from March 14-31. As part of the choice filling process, candidates had to select their choice of participating institutes in the order of priority.

The GDPI was conducted for the Master's programs from April 7-27. For the M.Des program, candidates were shortlisted for the GDPI based on the GAT and CAT written exams. However, for MFTech and MFM courses, candidates are shortlisted based on GAT scores. Mode of Situation Test / GDPI - Offline

NIFT Results 2022 for Written Exams (GAT and CAT)

The National Institute of Fashion Technology has declared the results of the NIFT 2022 result for the CAT and GAT written test on March 9, 2022. The results was released in online mode at the official website nift.ac.in; candidates can check their results by entering log-in details. Note that no hard copies are sent to the candidate. 

NIFT 2022 scores will be used to shortlist candidates for a situation test/group discussion and personal interview round, which will be conducted in April 2022. Note that all shortlisted candidates need to register for the situation test/ GDPI by the given deadline.

How to check NIFT 2022 results

1. Click on the result link
2. A log-in window will open; enter the following details
   • Email Adress
   • Password
3. On successful log-in, the results would be displayed on the screen
4. Download and take a printout of the result.

NIFT 2022 Answer Key

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has released the answer keys for the objective-based GAT question paper 2022 on February 21, 2022. It contains the official answers to all the questions in the entrance exam and can be used by the candidate to calculate probable scores. Along with the answer key, the OMR answer sheet also will be released. Note that candidates were allowed to carry the GAT question paper with them after completion of the NIFT 2022 entrance exam.

Candidates who have any objections against the OMR answer sheet, answer key, or question paper can raise objections/ observations on payment of a fee of Rs. 500 per observation/ objections. The final answer key will be released after considering all such observations/ objections.

To download the NIFT 2022 answer key, the candidate can follow the download link that will be given on this page.

How to download NIFT 2022 answer key for GAT

• Click on the answer key link
• Enter log-in credentials like Roll Number, program, Question Booklet No, and Date of Birth
• On successful log-in, you can download the answer key. 

NIFT Mock Tests 2022

The National Institute of Fashion Technology has extended the last date for taking the mandatory mock tests to February 4; the extension has been done to accommodate candidates who haven't yet taken the mock tests. Originally, the NIFT 2022 mock tests were scheduled from February 1-3, 2022. These mock tests are conducted to help the candidate get familiar with the new exam pattern, understand various functionalities, including navigation. However, the questions asked and the test duration may be different from what will be asked in the actual exam. The mock tests will also help candidates test their exam infrastructure readiness.

During the NIFT 2022 mock tests, the candidates will also be able to ask queries related to the exam. A hotline will be created by exam officials to answer student queries. 

• The mock tests are compulsory for all candidates
• These tests will be held for all the courses on specific dates in two sessions - morning and evening
• Candidates will be put in groups based on their roll numbers.
• Invigilators / AI will not block access to the system during the mock test even though there is a system breach/ disconnection, etc. 

NIFT Admit Card 2022

The admit cards for the exam will be available for download from January 29, 2022. The admit card has to be downloaded online by entering one's login credentials. An essential document for appearing in the design entrance exam, the admit card will contain details like the name, roll number, name and address of the allotted NIFT exam center 2022, and exam-day guidelines. On the day of the exam, the candidate must bring with them a valid photo id proof along with the admit card.

How to dowload the NIFT 2022 admit card

1. Click on the admit card download link
2. A login window will open
3. Enter your six digit application number, email id and DOB
4. On login, the admit card will be displayed in downloadable pdf format
5. Download and take a printout of the admit card.

Note: Check that the details mentioned in the admit card are correct, including your name. In case there is any discrepancy in the admit card, you need to get in touch with officials and get it rectified.

Last three weeks preparation tips for NIFT 2022

Given there are only a couple of weeks before the conduct of the NIFT 2022 entrance exam, you must ensure that there is no let-up in your preparation. Make sure that you do timely revision, go through all the important points, solve sample papers and problem sets. Revision is the key in this phase, and you must stay from starting any new topic. But be mindful not to go overboard and miss on your sleep and rest, because it will take a heavy toll on your body and mind. Instead, eat healthy food, stay dehydrated, do some light exercise, stay happy and in a positive frame of mind.

NIFT Eligibility Criteria 2022

The eligibility criteria for NIFT admissions vary from course to course. Candidates need to meet NIFT eligibility criteria 2022 in order to appear for the NIFT entrance exam.

NIFT BDes Eligibility Criteria 2022

Candidates should have completed their Class 12 from a recognised board with passing marks to be eligible to appear for the NIFT entrance exam 2022. Aspirants should be below 23 years of age for NIFT admission 2022.

NIFT BFTech Eligibility Criteria 2022

Aspirants should have completed their Class 12 from a recognised board wherein they have studied subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Candidates should have secured passing marks in their Class 12 exam.

NIFT MDes Eligibility Criteria 2022

Candidates should have completed their undergraduate degree from a recognised institute of the university. There is no age limit criteria for NIFT admission in the MDes course.

NIFT MFTech Eligibility Criteria 2022

Aspirants should have pursued BFTech course at the undergraduate level to be eligible for MFTech course admissions. There is no age limit criteria for NIFT admission in MFTech course.

NIFT MFM Eligibility Criteria 2022

Candidates should have completed their undergraduate degree from a recognised institute of the university. There is no age limit criteria for NIFT admission in MFM course.

Click here to go through detailed NIFT eligibility criteria 2022 for BDes, BFTech, MDes, MFM, and MFTech course admissions.IFT Entrance Exam 2022 Important Dates

Check important NIFT Entrance Exam 2022 dates and events below:

Courses offered through NIFT Entrance Exam 2022

Candidates can go through the list of UG and PG courses in which they can secure admission basis their score/ rank in the NIFT entrance exam in the table below:

Colleges accepting NIFT Entrance Exam 2022 Score

Over the years, seats available for admission through the NIFT entrance exam have been increasing with each passing year. Seats on offer for NIFT admissions have increased in 2022, as well. Candidates can go through a year-wise increase in seats for NIFT admissions below.

The seat matrix for NIFT admissions 2022 has not been released yet. Candidates can view the list of NIFT campuses along with the total number of seats available for admission in different UG and PG courses last year in the table below:

Also Read:

• Fee Structure for UG and PG Design Courses in NIFTs
• List of NIFTs in India

Candidates can go through the graph below to check campus-wise seats on offer for NIFT admissions in 2021 as compared to 2020.

Further, candidates can also view the course-wise seats available for admission in NIFT colleges as well as the number of seats on offer for admission. 

For more details on the course-wise seats available for admission basis NIFT Entrance Exam score, candidates can view the list of colleges accepting NIFT exam scores/ ranks here.

Reservation of Seats

The reservation of seats for candidates falling under various categories in the NIFT Entrance Test is as follows:

NIFT 2022 Admission Process & Selection Criteria

NIFT is popular all over the country for its design, management, and technology programmes on offer at its 17 centres. Candidates are eligible to secure admission at NIFT on the basis of the ranks they secure in the entrance test. The steps that candidates need to follow in order to secure admission in any design course offered at the 17 NIFT campuses are mentioned below.

NIFT Selection Process 2022

 

Step 1: Fill NIFT Application Form 2022

Candidates need to fill NIFT Entrance Exam application form online on the official website of the design school. Candidates need to pay their application fee by credit/debit card or the same can be paid by means of a Demand Draft (DD). Applicants are advised to keep a printout/ photocopy of their NIFT Entrance Exam application form for reference along with proof of payment. 

Step 2: Download NIFT Admit Card

After duly filling the application forms, candidates need to download their NIFT Entrance Exam admit card from the official website of NIFT. It may be noted that candidates have to download their admit card from the official website only and no hard copy of the hall ticket will be sent to them by Post. 

Step 3: Appear for NIFT Entrance Exam 2022

As part of the NIFT Entrance Test, candidates are evaluated on different parameters such as aptitude, skills, and knowledge. Due to this, the NIFT entrance exam is divided into four sections – Creative Ability Test (CAT), General Ability Test (GAT), Situation Test, and Group Discussion/ Personal Interview. Candidates can view the NIFT exam pattern and syllabus here to know more details about how questions in the design entrance exam are structured. 

Step 4: Appear for NIFT Situation Test or GD/PI

Candidates who clear the NIFT entrance exam for BDes course admission then need to appear for the Situation Test round wherein their material handling skills are tested. On the other hand, aspirants taking the design entrance exam for MDes course admission need to appear for the Group Discussion/Personal Interview round. The situation test/ GD/ PI admission round is usually conducted in April-May every year.

Step 5:  Check NIFT Entrance Exam Result

The final NIFT results are displayed on the official website of the design college. Candidates can view their results for NIFT admission by filling their roll number on the official website. Final results for NIFT admissions are usually declared in the month of May/June, every year.

Step 6:  Appear for NIFT Counselling

Candidates are called for the NIFT counselling process as per their rank in NIFT entrance exam 2022. A separate counselling process is conducted for different design course admissions. NIFT authorities have a centralised counselling process for NIFT admission to different design programmes. 

NIFT Admission Process 2022 for Foreign Nationals/ SAARC/ NRIs 

Candidates seeking admission under the Foreign Nationals/ SAARC/NRIs category do not need to appear for the NIFT entrance exam in order to secure admission in design courses offered at NIFT campuses. Admission in design courses offered at NIFT under the Foreign Nationals/ SAARC/NRIs category is as per the below-mentioned criteria:

NIFT Exam Centres 2022

NIFT Entrance Exam centre details are released before the exam is conducted. The design entrance exam is usually conducted in 32 cities across India. Candidates can select only one exam city at the time of filling the NIFT application form. However, the official website of the exam informs that NIFT reserves the right to cancel any of the examination centres without any prior notice. In such a case, an alternate centre, which is locationally and administratively convenient, is allotted to an aspirant.

Click here to view the complete list of NIFT exam centres 2022.

NIFT Exam Analysis & Student Reaction 

NIFT 2022 entrance exam is yet to be held. Candidates can check NIFT exam analysis of previous year below.

Exam analysis: NIFT Entrance Exam 2021 was conducted on February 14. The overall difficulty level of NIFT Entrance Exam was easy. 

Go through complete NIFT exam analysis.

Student reaction: Majority of the candidates who appeared for the exam found both NIFT CAT and GAT papers easy. Check complete NIFT Entrance Exam student reaction here:

Also Read:

• NIFT Entrance Exam 2020 student reaction for CAT
• NIFT GAT 2020 student reaction
• NIFT Entrance Exam 2019 student reaction
• NIFT Entrance Exam 2018 student reaction

NIFT Cutoff 

Check course-wise NIFT Entrance Exam cutoff 2021 (in the form of last merit ranks) for round 2 below.

FAQs on NIFT Admissions