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National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2026 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Test is a design aptitude test for admission to design courses offered by the NIFTs and other design institutes in India. The NIFT 2026 exam will be conducted by the National Testing Agency. NTA is expected to conduct the NIFT 2026 written exam in the second week of February 2026. The written exam will include the GAT and CAT exams. Click on the links below to get the latest updates on the NIFT exam 2026 and check tips and tricks.
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NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Latest News & Updates
- NIFT Seat Matrix 2025 RELEASED @nift.ac.in; Download Specialisation-Wise NIFT Seat Matrix PDF here
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- NIFT 2025 application open for PhD, NLEA, and Artisans; Direct Link
- NIFT 2025 application form open; exam dates announced
- NIFT Application Form 2025 (OUT) Live Updates - Registration Link, How to Apply, Exam Date
- NIFT Application Form 2025 (OUT Soon) Live Updates: Registration Link, Fees, Step-wise Process
- NIFT 2025 Application Forms OUT soon @nift.ac.in
NIFT Preparation Articles
- How to prepare for NIFT 2026 Creative Ability Test (CAT): Components, Weightage, Important Topics
- NIFT Entrance Test 2026 General Ability Test (GAT) Preparation Tips
- General Knowledge (GK) Questions for NIFT 2026 Exam: Sample Questions with Answer
- NIFT 2026 Analytical and Logical Ability: PYQs, Sample Questions, Tips and Pattern
- NIFT 2026 Communication Ability & English Comprehension Questions: Topics & Previous Year Sample Questions
- NIFT 2026 Quantitative Ability Questions, Syllabus & Preparation Tips
- 20 Sample Questions for NIFT Entrance Exam GAT 2026 & Answer Key
- How to Crack NIFT Entrance Exam 2026?: Check NIFT CAT & GAT Prepartion Plan & Previous Year Question
- NIFT Study Material 2026 - Recommended Books, Sample Papers and Mock Tests
- Design Sketching - Master Every Aspect from Concept to Creation
- How to prepare for NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 at Home: GAT & CAT Pattern, Tips and Strategies
- 25+ MSQs for Design Entrance Exam 2025: Section-wise Multiple Select Questions
- Sketching and Coloring Questions for Design Entrance Exams
- NIFT 2026 Situation Test Write-Up: Format, Marks, Tips, and Importance
- Preparation Tips for NIFT Situation Test 2026
- NIFT Situation Test 2026: Sample Questions to practice, Weightage, Preparation Tips
- NIFT Situation Test/ NIFT Studio Test 2026: Evaluation Criteria, Tips and Important Questions
- NIFT Personal Interview 2026: Key Tips, Important Questions and Topics
- 10 tips to crack interview for design courses at NID, NIFT
- How to make a Design Portfolio: Structure, Layout, Sample and Steps
- Learn How to Create the Perfect Portfolio for Admission to Design School
NIFT Entrance Exam Exam
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
The fee for M.Des programme offered at NIFT is around INR 8 Lakhs.
| Fee Components | Fee Amount (2 Years) (2025) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 5.86 Lakhs |
| Hostel Fees* | 2.21 Lakhs |
| One-time payment* | 27,200 |
| Total fees | 8.35 Lakhs |
* Hostel fee is calculated on the basis of 1st year. Actual amount may vary. The fees might include components other than hostel fees. Meal Plan is not included in the mentioned fee.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The fee of the B.Des programme at NIFT is around INR 14 lakhs.
| Semester | NIFT Fees 2024 (INR) | NIFT Fees 2025 (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 1,83,200 | 1,91,700 |
| Semester 2 | 1,43,000 | 1,50,000 |
| Semester 3 | 1,69,800 | 1,78,700 |
| Semester 4 | 1,50,000 | 1,58,000 |
| Semester 5 | 1,78,700 | 1,87,800 |
| Semester 6 | 1,58,000 | 1,66,000 |
| Semester 7 | 1,93,700 | 2,03,200 |
| Semester 8 | 1,66,000 | 1,74,000 |
| Total (4 Years) | 13,42,400 | 14,09,400 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi, is the best based on the India Today ranking (2025).
NIFT Delhi is considered the best NIFT campus in India because of the following:
It consistently ranks No. 1 among all NIFTs (India Today Ranking: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022 and 2021)
It has
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The NIFT entrance exam is considered moderately difficult. The level of difficulty of the exam depends on a student's strengths and preparation. Since seats are limited and competition is high, even average questions feel tougher due to the pressure.
B.Des exam tests creativity, design aptitude, obse
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The educational qualification for NIFT admissions varies from course to course:
| Programme | Educational Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| B.Des (Bachelor of Design) | Passed 10+2 (Class 12) in any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts, Humanities) from a recognised board |
| B.FTech (Bachelor of Fashion Technology) | Passed 10+2 (Class 12) in any stream, but Mathematics as a subject in 10+2 is compulsory |
| M.Des (Master of Design) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university |
| M.FTech (Master of Fashion Technology) | B.FTech from NIFT or B.E./B.Tech from a recognised university |
| MFM (Master of Fashion Management) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
There are a total of 19 NIFTs in India that participate in the NIFT admission process. The participating institutes offer B.Des, M.Des, B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M courses. Admission to the participating institutes will be on the basis of NIFT scores.
NIFT Varanasi has been newly added to the list
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, candidates who have passed their H.S.C. vocational examination may apply for admission to the B.Des program.
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Contributor-Level 10
47 Institutes accepting NIFT Entrance Exam
National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi
Hauz khas, Delhi • Public
4.2- ₹ 5.86 Lakh
- 2 years
- |
- Full Time
National Institute of Fashion Technology, Bangalore
H.S.R Layout, Bangalore • Public
- ₹ 6.16 Lakh
- 2 years
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- Full Time
National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai
Navi Mumbai • Public
- ₹ 12.96 Lakh
- 4 years
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- Full Time
National Institute of Fashion Technology, Chennai
Taramani, Chennai • Public
- ₹ 9.02 Lakh
- 3 years
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- Full Time
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What is the fee for M.Des programme offered at NIFT?