When will NIFT 2026 (Final) answer key be released?

The NTA will release the NIFT 2026 answer key (FINAL) in April 2026. The final key will be released after considering objections filed by the candidate. Note that there is no provision to challenge the final answer key. So, the keys included in the FINAL answer key of NIFT 2026 will be considered to the correct and official answers. The last date to file objections against the draft key will be notified on the admission portal. The draft key will be released in February 2026.

Can I submit objections against NIFT 2026 final key?

NTA doesn't allow any objection window against the final key. This means, the keys included in the final key are final and officially the correct answers to questions asked in the GAT exam. The FINAL answer key of NIFT 2025 will be released tentatively in the last week of June 2026. The candidate can use the answers given in the final key to calculate the number of correct attempts and consequently the probable score. Note, the NTA will release the recorded responses and NIFT 2026QP around the 3rd week of February 2026.

Will NTA release the recorded responses for NIFT 2026?

The NTA will release the recorded responses for the NIFT 2025 written exam before the declaration of results. The recorded responses can be downloaded online from the NTA website - exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT. To download the recordedd responses, log in using your application number and date of birth. The NTA will also release the NIFT 2025 question paper along with the recorded responses. The recorded responses can be used by the candidate to calculate the number of correct attempts, and consequently the probable score.

Will the NIFT 2026 answer key be released for both the GAT and CAT tests?

The National Institute of Technology (NIFT) releases answer keys only for the computer-based GAT test. No answer key are released for the offline-based CAT paper. The answer key has to be downloaded online from the NIFT admission portal - niftadmissions. In. Also, the keys are released separately for the B. Des, M.Des B.FTech M.FTech and MFM courses. The key will contain the official answers to questions asked in the entrance exam.

What happens if an answer key is found to be incorrect in NIFT 2026 answer key?

NIFT answer key is released for the GAT paper and the candidate is also given the option to file objections. Objections have to be filed online through the candidate portal. The candidate had to furnish proper proof supporting their claims. If the challenge filed by the candidate is found to be correct and the answer key is incorrect, the admission committee will delete the key. Also, the correct key (s) are released in the final key. Note that the scores of the candidate will be calculated using the revised key only. The fee paid by the candidate will not be refunded.

What is the weightage for preparing NIFT results?

The NIFT exam includes two stages - The candidate first appears in the written exams, and if shortlisted has to next appear in a Situation Test/ Personal Interview (PI). Note that the written exams for the B.Des and M.Des program includes the GAT and CAT, whereas for the other programs the written exam includes only the GAT. The final score for the B. Des programme will be prepared by considering the performance of the candidate in CAT, GAT and the Situation Test. In case of the B.FTech programme, the merit list will be prepared based on GAT scores. NIFT Final Result: Weightage Programme Test Weightage Bachelor of Design (BDes) CAT 50% GAT 30% Situation Test 20% Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech) GAT 100% Master of Design (MDes) CAT 40% GAT 30% GD/PI 30% Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech) GAT 70% GD/PI 30% Master of Fashion Management (MFM) GAT 70% GD/PI 30%

What is the utility of the NIFT 2026 recorded responses?

The NTA also releases the recorded responses for the NIFT exam. The recorded responses are the corbon copy of the candidate’s answer sheet. The recorded responses are meant to bring transparency to the conduct of the NIFT entrance exam. For instance, the candidate can’t be unfairly penalized or awarded marks, as the answer sheets will be in the public. It is because the candidate can challenge the result if there is an anomaly. Further, the candidate can use the NIFT recorded responses to correctly calculate their probable scores.

Will NTA release the NIFT 2026 question paper?

The NTA will release the NIFT 2026 question paper for the written exam along with the answer key. The question paper will be made available before the declaration of exam results. The candidate had to download the NIFT question paper 2026 from the NTA NIFT admission portal. nift.ac.in/admission nift.ntaonline.in exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT To download the question paper, log in to the portal using your candidate credentials. Note that the NTA also released the recorded responses. So, the candidate can use the answer key, recorded response, and question paper to calculate the total number of correct attempts, and eventually, the probable score.

What are the various NIFT rank lists released by the National Institute of Fashion Technology?

The National Institute of Fashion Technology will release category wise merit lists. These includes the Common Merit Rank (CMR), GEN EWS Rank List, OBC NCL Rank List, SC Rank List, ST Rank List, CMR PwD List, OBC NCL PwD Rank List, SC PwD Rank List, and ST PwD Rank list. The general category candidate will not be considered for admission under reserved category seats. However, candidates belonging to reserved categories will also be considered for admission under the CMR category. Note that the candidate had to select their category at the time of filling out the NIFT 2023 application form.

Will NTA release the recorded responses for NIFT 2026?

The NTA will release the recorded responses for the NIFT 2025 written exam before the declaration of results. The recorded responses can be downloaded online from the NTA website - exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT. To download the recordedd responses, log in using your application number and date of birth. The NTA will also release the NIFT 2025 question paper along with the recorded responses. The recorded responses can be used by the candidate to calculate the number of correct attempts, and consequently the probable score.

What is the utility of the NIFT 2026 recorded responses?

The NTA also releases the recorded responses for the NIFT exam. The recorded responses are the corbon copy of the candidate’s answer sheet. The recorded responses are meant to bring transparency to the conduct of the NIFT entrance exam. For instance, the candidate can’t be unfairly penalized or awarded marks, as the answer sheets will be in the public. It is because the candidate can challenge the result if there is an anomaly. Further, the candidate can use the NIFT recorded responses to correctly calculate their probable scores.

What is the basis of NIFT 2026 seat allotment process?

The allotment of seats for NIFT 2026 will be based on the following parameters: Choice opted at the time of counseling registration (academic programs + campuses) The category of the candidate Seat intake in the college opted for admission NIFT 2026 merit rank of the candidate. NIFT 2026 seat allotment process will be conducted around May 2026. The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) will conduct counseling registration for NIFT 2026 soon after the declaration of final results. Candidates who have qualified in NIFT 2026 can participate in the counseling process. The NIFT 2026 seat allotment for regular UG & PG courses will be announced in multiple rounds. Candidates who are allotted seats have to pay the seat-acceptance fee by the given deadline.

Delay in declaration of NIFT results and its consequences?

One big concern students have regarding the delay in the NIFT exams is that the upcoming admission schedule could be cramped. If that had happened, the student would have had very limited time to prepare for the situation test/ personal interview. The other concern was if a student had failed to qualify in the written exams, he would also have limited time to plan his or her next course of action.

Can I appear in Situation Test/PI if I don't qualify the NIFT written exams?

The Situation Test/ Personal Interview (PI) are the 2nd stage of the NIFT 2026 entrance exam. Candidates were shortlisted for the Situation Test/ PI based on the NIFT 2026 written exam scores. Note that if the candidate fails to qualify for the 2nd stage, he or she is not considered for admission to various design courses offered by the NIFTs. The only exception is B.F.Tech program, where the merit list for admission will be prepared solely on the basis of GAT scores. In the case of other courses, the merit list will be prepared by giving weightage to the written exams and Situation Test/ PI.

How to calculate probable scores using the NIFT 2026 answer key for GAT?

NIFT 2026 answer key will be released programme wise for GAT test. Download the answer key for their respective program. Next, compare teir answers with the official version to calculate the number of correct attempts. Then, using the official marking scheme, calculate probable scores. Probable scores can be used by the candidate to assess the chances of admission.

Can I apply for recheck of NIFT results?

There is no option to apply for recheck of NIFT 2026 results. However, if the candidate has any doubts, they are allowed to challenge the answer key. Note that the NIFT answer keys for GAT paper of the written exam will be released sometime in April 2026. The exam conducting body in this case may look at the answer key and make changes if needed. However, there will be no provision to recheck NIFT final results. On reason for this may be because the Situation Test is a subjective-test. For that matter, the CAT also doesn't have any ideal solutions and so can be opened to a recheck.

What is the weightage for preparing NIFT results?

The NIFT exam includes two stages - The candidate first appears in the written exams, and if shortlisted has to next appear in a Situation Test/ Personal Interview (PI). Note that the written exams for the B.Des and M.Des program includes the GAT and CAT, whereas for the other programs the written exam includes only the GAT. The final score for the B. Des programme will be prepared by considering the performance of the candidate in CAT, GAT and the Situation Test. In case of the B.FTech programme, the merit list will be prepared based on GAT scores. NIFT Final Result: Weightage Programme Test Weightage Bachelor of Design (BDes) CAT 50% GAT 30% Situation Test 20% Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech) GAT 100% Master of Design (MDes) CAT 40% GAT 30% GD/PI 30% Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech) GAT 70% GD/PI 30% Master of Fashion Management (MFM) GAT 70% GD/PI 30%

How to calculate probable scores using the NIFT 2026 answer key for GAT?

NIFT 2026 answer key will be released programme wise for GAT test. Download the answer key for their respective program. Next, compare teir answers with the official version to calculate the number of correct attempts. Then, using the official marking scheme, calculate probable scores. Probable scores can be used by the candidate to assess the chances of admission.

What is NIFT tie-breaker policy?

In the scenario where two or more candidates score the same marks in NIFT, the tie-breaker policy will be applied. The marks scored by the candidate in tests with higher weightage will be considered to break the tie. For example, for the B. Des programme, marks obtained in the CAT exam will be compared to break the tie. If the marks obtained in the CAT are equal, then marks obtained in GAT will be considered. If tie is undecided, then subject-wise marks in the following order will be considered: Communication Ability, English Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Analytical Ability &General Knowledge and Current Affairs.

What are NIFT Score accepting colleges other than participating colleges?

There are 19 NIFTs that will accept NIFT 2026 Scores for admission purposes. These institutes are known as participating colleges. However, in addition to the participating colleges, there are other private colleges that will also consider NIFT 2026 scores for admission to their UG and PG design courses. The candidates are urged to go through the list of result-sharing institutes.

NIFT Result 2026: Date, Result Link for UG & PG, Download Scorecard, Tie-Breaker, Topper List

Registration - 8 Dec '25 - 6 Jan '26

This exam is conducted for courses given below:

B.Des BFTech MDes, MFM MFTech

Updated on Dec 28, 2025 23:00 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

NIFT Result 2026: NTA will declare the NIFT Result Stage 1 on the website in the last week of April 2026. Candidates can check their results using their Application number and date of birth.

After the declaration of the NIFT Stage 1 Result, Stage 2 exams will be held. Stage 2 Examination consists of Situation Test/Studio Test and/or a Personal Interview.

The National Institute of Fashion Technology will release the NIFT Final Scorecard/ NIFT Stage 2 Result for candidates who appeared for the Stage 2. The NIFT 2026 Final merit list will be based on the performance of NIFT Creative Ability Test (CAT), NIFT General Ability Test (GAT), Situation Test, and/or Personal Interview.

NIFT Counselling will also begin soon after the declaration of the NIFT Final Merit List/ NIFT Final Result 2026. NTA is also likely to release NIFT Cut off and NIFT Topper List along with NIFTEE Final Result.

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Table of contents

NIFT 2026 Result Stage 1 and Stage 2
NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates
How to Check NIFT Result 2026?
NIFT Result 2026: Programmes, Tests, Components and Weightage
What details are provided in NIFT 2026 Final Result?
NIFT 2026 Result - Benefit marks for wrong questions
NIFT Entrance Exam 2026: Cut off
NIFT 2026 Topper List and Exam Statistics
NIFT Results 2026 - FAQs

NIFT 2026 Result Stage 1 and Stage 2

NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Exam Dates

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

Dates	Upcoming 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