NIFT Application Form 2023 (Closed): Application Correction Window, Fees & How to Apply

National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2023 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )

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Updated on Mar 27, 2023 13:07 IST

NIFT application form 2023 - The online registration process for NIFT 2023 is now CLOSED.

Online registrations with late fees of INR 5,000 was open from 1-8 January 2023. Meanwhile, registrations with regular fees were open up to December 31, 2022.

The application edit window was OPEN from January 9-12, 2023. 

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) opened applications for NIFT 2023 exam on November 1, 2022.

To fill out the form, eligible candidates had to get registered, fill in personal, academic, and contact details, upload documents, and pay the application fees. 

The NIFT 2023 entrance exam will be conducted on February 5, 2023.

Go through the rest of the article to read the step-wise application process and watch the application video.

NIFT 2023 application Video - Watch Below

NIFT Entrance Exam 2023 Registration Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIFT Entrance Exam 2023 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates

5 Feb '23

NIFT 2023 exam date (written exams)

16 Jan '23

NIFT 2023 Admit cards release date

9 Jan '23 -

12 Jan '23

NIFT 2023 application correction window

How to Fill NIFT Entrance Exam Application Form 2023

The direct link to fill out the application form for NIFT 2023 was provided on NIFT official admission site (niftadmissions.in).

To fill out the form, you needed to follow the steps given below. 

Step 1: Put your AADHAR Number and create login ID

Click on the application tab. A registration form would open asking you to enter the AADHAR Number.

After successful verification of your AADHAR number, NIFT 2023 aspirants had to fill in the following details:

 

 

Entering the following details:

  • Parent's name
  • Email ID
  • Mobile Number

Once the details were submitted, an acknowledgment was sent to the registered email address. Note that details provided at the time of creating the login ID were not allowed to be modified later. 

 

Note: The email id and mobile number shared by the candidate at the time of registration can be used for future correspondence related to the online application, admit card, etc (till the admission process is over). 

Step 2: Fill in the Application Form

The candidate next had to log in to the newly created account and fill in the following details:

  • Test center - Select a test center (city) from the drop-down menu.
  • Personal information - including the name of one's parents, gender, nationality, domicile, etc.
  • Address for correspondence.
  • Academic Qualification

Step 3: Upload documents

The candidate had to next upload their signature and photograph as per the prescribed format (refer to the table below).

Document Description
Photograph
  • Upload a recent scanned passport size color photograph
  • File size - File size should be no more than 100KB.
  • Format - jpeg only 
Signature
  • The scanned signature should be in Blue/Black ink on white background.
  • File size - File size should be no more than 100KB.
  • Format - jpeg only
    Note: Candidates seeking reservation need to upload the Valid Caste Certificate.

Step 4: Pay the application fee

This is the final step in the application process. 

The application fee has to be paid online using Credit Card/ Debit Card/ Netbanking. The category-wise application fee for NIFT 2023 is given below.

Category

NIFT 2023 Application Fee (non-refundable)

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

INR 3,000

SC/ ST/ PwD Category

INR 1,500

Track status of the NIFT 2023 application process

The candidate will also be able to track the stage/status of the NIFT application process.

Refer to the image given below for clarity. 

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NIFT 2023 Application Correction Window

The application correction window for NIFT 2023 is from 9-12 January,2023.

As part of the application correction process, the candidate is allowed to edit some of the information submitted in the application form.

How to make corrections in NIFT Application Form 2023?

  1. Visit the official website of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
  2. Click on the 'Admissions' tab
  3. Navigate to the ‘Log In Edit Application/ Registration Details’ tab
  4. Enter log in details- Application Form Number, Email ID, and Date of Birth
  5. \Make changes in personal details
  6. Click on the ‘Save’ button

List of Details that Can be Changed in NIFT Application Correction Window 

Candidates are informed that they can make the below-mentioned changes in their NIFT application form in the correction window:

Name Mother's Name Father's Name
Date of Birth Gender Nationality
State Domicile Category Present Address
Mobile Number Qualification Update Photograph/ Signature
Make Application Fee Payment

Candidates are not allowed to change their test city as part of the application correction window. Aspirants are only allowed to make rectifications with respect to the information provided by them in their application form for the NIFT exam.

Authorities state that if any NIFT application form is found to be incomplete or incorrect after the correction window ended then the NIFT application fee paid by such candidates would not be refunded. Also, the candidature of candidates who provide incorrect information in their application form for the NIFT exam would be canceled. 

How to Register for NIFT Interviews 2023

How to register for NIFT interview 2021

Candidates can register themselves for NIFT online interview 2023 by following the below steps:

  • Visit the official website - https://nift.ac.in/
  • Click on the registration link
  • Enter email ID, date of birth and roll number
  • Click on Submit
  • Follow the prescribed steps for registration
  • Choose a date for online interview from the given options

NIFT 2023 - Institute-wise seat intake for UG and PG program

Name of the Institute Open, SC, ST, OBC(NCL), GEN- EWS, PwD (Open, SC, ST, OBC (NCL) State Domicile NRI Total
NIFT Bengaluru 338   43 381
NIFT Bhopal 204 42 18 264
NIFT Chennai 338   43 381
NIFT Daman 68 14 6 88
NIFT Gandhinagar 300   38 338
NIFT Hyderabad 266   35 301
NIFT Kannur 238 49 21 308
NIFT Kolkata 304   40 344
NIFT Mumbai 304   40 344
NIFT New Delhi 376   48 424
NIFT Patna 204 42 18 264
NIFT Panchkula 204 42 18 264
NIFT Raebareli 228   30 258
NIFT Shillong 170 35 15 220
NIFT Kangra 238 49 21 308
NIFT Jodhpur 204 42 18 264
NIFT Bhubaneswar 204 42 18 264
NIFT Srinagar 136 48   184
Total 4324 405 470 5199

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FAQs on NIFT Application Form

Q. When will NIFT application form 2023 be released?

A. The NIFT 2023 application form opened on November 1, 2022. The application link is updated on this.  With regular fee, applications can be submitted till December 31, 2022; however, with a late fees of INR 5,000, applications are open from 1-8 January 2023. 

Q. What documents should I keep handy while uploading NIFT 2023 application form?

A. While filling the application form for NIFT admissions, candidates need to ensure that they have the below-mentioned documents:
  • Scanned photograph
  • Scanned signature
  • Caste / Tribe/ Class certificate
  • Academic certificates
  • Disability certificate (for PwD candidates)

Q. Can I fill NIFT 2023 application form offline?

A. No, the NIFT 2023 application form cannot be filled in offline mode. To fill the form, the candidate will have to go to the admission portal, get registered, fill in the form, and submit it online.

Q. What is the application fee for NIFT 2023? Also, what are the various payment modes available?

A. Candidates can pay NIFT application fee online using payment gateways like net banking, credit card, or ATM-cum-Debit card. There is no option to pay the NIFT 2023 application form offline.  The category-wise NIFT 2023 exam fee is given below:
  • General/OBC (Non-Creamy) candidates: Rs 3,000
  • SC/ ST/ PHP candidates: Rs 1,500

Q. Where will NIFT entrance exam 2023 be conducted?

A. NIFT Entrance Exam 2023 will conducted in online mode on 5 February 2023. The exam will be a two-tier process.
  1. The candidate first appears in a written test (s) - GAT and CAT (only for B.Des and M.Des courses)
  2. In the next round, shortlisted candidates appear in the Situation Test (B.Des)/ Personal Interview and Group Discussion (GDPI)
The final merit list will be prepared by considering the performance of the candidate in each component.

Q. What is the step-wise process to fill the NIFT 2023 application form?

A. To fill out the NIFT 2023 application form, the candidate needs to follow these steps:
  1. Create a log-in account
  2. Next log-in to the account and select an exam centre, and fill in academic, contact, and personal details.
  3. Upload documents, including phpotograh and signature in the prescribed format.
  4. Pay the application fee.

Q. Is it necessary to have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Maths in Class 12 to be eligible for NIFT exam?

A. Candidates should have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Maths at Class 12 level if they want to secure admission in BFTech and MFTech courses. However, for BDes and MDes course admissions, candidates do not need to fulfill this eligibility criterion.

Q. How many courses can be selected in NIFT application form 2023?

A. Candidates can select only one course while filling their application form for NIFT admissions 2023.

Q. Is it mandatory to take a printout of NIFT application form 2023?

A. The candidate is recommended to take a printout of the submitted NIFT 2023 application form for future reference.

Q. Is it possible to change the test centre after submitting the application form?

A. No, candidates cannot make any changes to the test cities/ centres selected by them after submitting their NIFT application forms for admissions 2023.

Q. When will NIFT registration 2023 for situation test begin?

A. NIFT registration 2023 for situation test will begin after declaration of NIFT 2023 results for the written exam.

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I am not able to find admit card for situation test of NIFT. What do I do?

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Anshika Maurya

Contributor-Level 10

a week ago

If you are unable to find your admit card for a situation test, the first step would be to check the official website of the organisation or institution conducting the exam. Often, admit cards or hall tickets are released on the official website, and you can download them by logging in with your ...If you are unable to find your admit card for a situation test, the first step would be to check the official website of the organisation or institution conducting the exam. Often, admit cards or hall tickets are released on the official website, and you can download them by logging in with your registration or application number and password. If you have already checked the official website and are still unable to find your admit card, you should contact the organisation's or institution's admission or exam conducting authorities as soon as possible. They will be able to assist you in finding your admit card or providing you with a duplicate admit card if necessary. Make sure to provide them with all the necessary information, such as your name, registration or application number, date of birth, and any other details that may be required to locate your admit card. It is important to have your admit card or hall ticket for any exam as it serves as proof of your eligibility to take the exam and contains important information such as your exam date, time, and venue.

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Why can't I sign-in to view my NIFT Entrance Exam 2023 results, it's already out?

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VIRAJ SINGH

Beginner-Level 5

2 weeks ago

Visit the official website. Click on the link that says NIFT GAT result, or something similar. Give your login credentials: e-mail ID and password. The result will be displayed. You can download your result for any further requirement.

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Where do I sign in to view my NIFT Entrance Exam 2023 results?

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Scholar-Level 18

2 weeks ago

The National Institute of Fashion Technology announced the NIFT 2023 result for the written test of B. Des and B.FTech CAT and GAT will be available IN mARCH 2023 on NIFT website.

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Should I take up fashion design or fashion technology? Can you please explain the exact differences and pros of each?

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Sandip Kumar

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Fashion design allows you to express your creativity and artistic talents. You can showcase your designs and creations to the world. Fashion design provides the opportunity to work with celebrities and high-profile clients. You get to work in a fast-paced and exciting industry. Fashion Technology:
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Fashion technology allows you to combine your interest in fashion with technology and engineering. You can create new, innovative fabrics and materials that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. You can work on wearable technology, which is a growing field with many exciting opportunities. You can work in an interdisciplinary field with diverse applications in fashion, medicine, and other industries. In summary, fashion design is a creative field that focuses on designing aesthetically pleasing clothing and accessories, while fashion technology is a technical field that combines fashion with technology to create innovative, functional products. Both fields have their unique advantages and provide exciting career opportunities in the fashion industry. The choice between the two depends on your interests and career goals.

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Do I require professional guidance for NIFT entrance, or can it be cracked by self-preparation?

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a month ago

Hello AditiWhether you need professional guidance for NIFT Entrance Exam preparation or not largely depends on your current level of knowledge and skills in the areas that the exam covers. If you are confident in your ability to understand the exam pattern and syllabus, and have the discipline an...Hello Aditi
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How to crack NIFT Entrance Exam?

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