NIFT 2026 Answer Key PDF: Provisional Answer Key Link, Recorded Responses and Objection Window

National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2026 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )

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Updated on Sep 14, 2025 15:48 IST

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The NIFT 2026 Answer Key is released by NTA after reviewing all objections submitted by candidates. If any objections are found valid, the draft answer key will be revised and published as the final answer key. NTA releases the draft answer key for the NIFT 2025 GAT in the third week of February on the official websites nift.ac.in or exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT.

The NIFT 2026 answer key will be available for download through login. Using the answer key, candidates can calculate the number of correct attempts and the expected NIFT score. 

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has an objection window for the NIFT Entrance Exam 2026. Candidates are allowed to challenge the provisional answer key of the NIFT 2026 exam by paying a non-refundable fee of ₹200 per objection (expected fee).  The objection window is generally open for two days from the release date of the Answer Key. The NIFT result will be prepared on the basis of the NIFT final answer key 2026.

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Table of content
  • How to download the NIFT 2026 Answer Key
  • NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates
  • How to raise objections against NIFT 2026 answer key
  • NIFT 2026 Answer Key - Important Points
  • NIFT 2026 Recorded Responses and QP
  • NIFT Answer Key (Booklet Series)
  • NIFT 2026 Result
  • NIFT Answer Key 2026 - FAQs
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How to download the NIFT 2026 Answer Key

The NIFT 2026 Answer Key allows candidates to verify their responses and estimate their scores before the final results. The National Testing Agency (NTA) opens the objection window for the NIFT 2025 entrance exam, in which candidates have the opportunity to challenge the provisional answer key by submitting a non-refundable fee of ₹200 per objection.
 
The step-wise process to download the NIFT answer key is given below.  
  1. Click on the answer key download link.
  2. You will be redirected to a log-in window.
  3. Enter Roll Number, Program Name, Question Booklet No., and Date of Birth.
  4. On successful login, the corresponding answer key will be displayed on the screen.
  5. Download the answer key.

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NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
May ' 26 - Jun ' 26

NIFT Stage 2: M.Des and M.F.M Interview

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26

NIFT Stage 2: M.F.Tech Personal Interview

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26

NIFT Final Result

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 26 - Jul ' 26

NIFT Registration for e-Counselling / Seat Allotment

TENTATIVE
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How to raise objections against NIFT 2026 answer key

The NIFT 2026 Answer Key objection window opens for two days in the third week of February. The NIFT 2026 answer key objection window allows candidates to challenge any discrepancies in the provisional answer key.

Process to raise objections

The process to raise an objection in NIFT Answer Key are:

  1. Go to the official website for NIFT exams.
  2. Click the link for the NIFT 2026 Answer Key Objection Window.
  3. Enter your NIFT 2026 application number, date of birth, and password.
  4. Choose the question(s) you want to challenge from the NIFT 2026 provisional answer key.
  5. Provide valid proof or supporting documents for your objection in the required format.
  6. Pay the objection fee of INR 200 per question via online payment methods.
  7. Review your objections, submit the form, and download the confirmation.
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Q:   Will the NIFT 2026 answer key be released for both the GAT and CAT tests?
Q:   What is the weightage for preparing NIFT results?
Q:   How can I raise objections against NIFT answer key?
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NIFT 2026 Answer Key - Important Points

The salient features of the NIFT 2026 answer key are given below.

  • NIFT 2026 question paper - NTA releases the recorded responses and the NIFT question paper on the NTA website soon after the exam. The recorded responses are available for around 2-3 days.  
  • The answer key of NIFT 2026 will be released only for the GAT question paper.
  • The keys are released separately for each paper series.
  • The answer key is uploaded to the NIFT NTA website - exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT. 
  • The NIFT answer key 2026 will contain the official answers to all the questions asked in the entrance exam.
  • Candidates are allowed to raise objections against 1. Questions asked in the GAT paper, 2. Answer keys, and 3. OMR answer sheet
  • A fee of Rs. 200 is to be paid per observation/objection. The fee is non-refundable.
  • Objections have to be filed online following the relevant link only. Objections received in any other mode will not be entertained.
  • All objections/ observations have to be filed within the given deadline.

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NIFT 2026 Recorded Responses and QP

NTA to Display Recorded Responses Before Result Declaration

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will display the recorded responses and NIFT question paper attempted by candidates for the NIFT Entrance Examination 2026 on its official website — nift.nta.ac.in — ahead of the result announcement. With the help of recorded response documents, candidates can match their answers with those given in the NIFT 2026 answer key to calculate the number of correct attempts. The NIFT 2026 recorded responses, thus ensuring transparency in the conduct of the exam and declaration of NIFT results.

The recorded responses will likely be available for a period of two to three days.

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NIFT Answer Key (Booklet Series)

NIFT answer key for GAT for different design course admissions is released as a separate booklet series. NIFT answer key 2021 booklet series for different courses is listed below:

Course NIFT GAT 2021 Booklet Series
Bachelor of Design (BDes) A B C D
Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech) U V Y Z
Master of Design (MDes) E F G H
Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech) J K L M
Master of Fashion Management (MFM) N P S T

NIFT 2020 BDes Answer Key for Booklet Series A

Question No.

(Booklet Series A)

Answer Key

(Booklet Series A)

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Answer Key

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Q22

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Q27

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Q28

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NIFT 2020 BDes Answer Key for Booklet Series F

Question No.

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Answer Key

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Answer Key

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NIFT 2020 BDes Answer Key for Booklet Series L

Question No.

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Answer Key

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Answer Key

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NIFT 2020 BDes Answer Key for Booklet Series R

Question No.

(Booklet Series R)

Answer Key

(Booklet Series R)

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Answer Key

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Q51

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NIFT 2026 Result

DeskCalendarResult: Jun ' 26

NTA will announce the NIFT Result 2026 online on the following official website:

  • nift.ac.in/admission
  • nift.ntaonline.in
  • exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT

The NIFT result will mention details of scores obtained by the candidate in each subject and the aggregate score. Additionally, it will also include the qualifying status of the candidate.

Credentials Required to Check NIFT 2026 Result

  • Application Number
  • Date of Birth

How to Check NIFT 2026 Result?

To check the NIFT result 2026, follow the steps:

  • Go to the official website
  • Click on the NIFT result 2026 link
  • Log in using your application number and date of birth/and password
  • On login, the scorecard will be displayed on screen
  • Download and take a printout of the result.
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NIFT Answer Key 2026 - FAQs

Go through the frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to NIFT answer key 2026 below.

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Answered a month ago

The fee for M.Des programme offered at NIFT is around INR 8 Lakhs.

Fee ComponentsFee Amount (2 Years) (2025)
Tuition Fees5.86 Lakhs
Hostel Fees*2.21 Lakhs
One-time payment*27,200
Total fees8.35 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.

*One-time payment includes Refundable Security Depos

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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The fee of the B.Des programme at NIFT is around INR 14 lakhs.

SemesterNIFT Fees 2024 (INR)NIFT Fees 2025 (INR)
Semester 11,83,2001,91,700
Semester 21,43,0001,50,000
Semester 31,69,8001,78,700
Semester 41,50,0001,58,000
Semester 51,78,7001,87,800
Semester 61,58,0001,66,000
Semester 71,93,7002,03,200
Semester 81,66,0001,74,000
Total (4 Years)13,42,40014,09,400

 

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Sayeba Naushad

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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Sayeba Naushad

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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Sayeba Naushad

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The educational qualification for NIFT admissions varies from course to course:

ProgrammeEducational 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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Sayeba Naushad

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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Sayeba Naushad

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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47 Institutes accepting NIFT Entrance Exam

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