NTA can release NIFT registration form anytime now. The application, along with the NIFT 2026 notification, will be out on the website of NIFT. Read in detail to know more.
NIFT Application 2026
NIFT 2026 Undergraduate and Postgraduate Application form can be out anytime now. The application form will be available on the website of NIFT: nift.ac.in/admission. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria and then apply for the NIFT programmes. The application fee is expected to be around INR 3,000 for Open categories and INR 1500 for SC, ST, and PwD categories). NIFT Entrance Exam is conducted by NTA and this year the exam is expected to be conducted in the second week of February 2026.
Highlights of NIFT Entrance Exam 2026
The important points related to the NIFT 2026 exam are in the table below.
| Particulars |
Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
NIFT Entrance Exam |
| Conducting Body (Stage 1) |
The National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Conducting Body: Situation Test/ PI + Counseling (Stage 2) |
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) |
| Frequency of exam |
Once every year |
| Number of Attempts |
There is no limit on the number of attempts. However, the age limit applies to the UG programs. |
| Mode of exam |
The NIFT exam has two papers: GAT and CAT. The GAT will be an online, computer-based exam. CAT will be conducted offline. Situation Test and PI are conducted offline. |
| Courses offered |
B.Des, M.Des, M.F.M, B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech |
| Mode of application |
Online |
| Exam Date |
Second week of February 2026 (Tentative) |
| Participating NIFTs |
19 |
How to fill NIFT 2026 Application form?
Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria must apply for the exam following the process below.
- Register for the exam - To register for the exam, the candidate must first enter their Aadhaar number. Then enter personal details like name, email ID, and mobile number. On successful registration, an applicant account will be created.
- Fill in the form- Log in to the newly created account and fill in personal, academic, and contact details. Also, select an exam center for the NIFT 2026 exam.
- Upload documents- In this step, you will have to upload documents like photographs and signatures per the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee - The candidate has to finally pay the application fee to complete the application process.
LIVE UPDATE
Application for NIFT 2026 UG and PG programmes to be Out Soon
- 3:28 PM IST• 22 Nov 2025
NIFT 2026 Application to be out soon
NIFT Application for 2026 will be out soon for UG and PG courses.
- 2:59 PM IST• 22 Nov 2025
NIFT 2026 Application Form fees
The application fee will be around INR 3,000 for General Category and INR 1500 for other categories.
- 2:47 PM IST• 22 Nov 2025
NIFT 2026: Information Bulletin
NIFT 2026 Information Bulletin will be available on the National Testing Agency (NTA) Portal and NIFT website.
- 2:21 PM IST• 22 Nov 2025
List of Documents for NIFT 2026 Application
Self-attested copies of the following is required to fill NIFT Application form.
- Class X certificate (DOB)
- Class XII marksheet/certificate
- Bachelor’s Mark sheet
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Mark sheet (If applicable)
- Master’s Degree (If applicable)
- Scorecard UGC-NET, CEED, CSIR (JRF) or equivalent (If applicable)
- SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS certificate - as applicable
- 2:06 PM IST• 22 Nov 2025
How to Fill NIFT Entrance Exam Application Form 2026?
Fill the NIFT 2026 application form by
- Enter the AADHAR Number and create a login ID
- Fill in the Application Form
- Upload documents
- Pay the application fee
- 2:05 PM IST• 22 Nov 2025
NIFT Application 2026 Link
NIFT 2026 Application forms will be available on nift.ac.in/admission and exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT/.
- 1:57 PM IST• 22 Nov 2025
NIFT Notifications and Application 2026 to be Out Soon
NIFT Notification and Application 2026 for UG and PG programmes can be out anytime now on the website.
NTA/NIFT /Government of India can use the data provided by candidate for internal purpose(s) including training, research and development, analysis and other permissible purpose(s). However, this information will not be shared with any third party or private agency for any other use.
The NIFT 2026 application fee is category-specific. The application fee for General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS Category. Meanwhile, those belonging to SC/ ST/ PwD Category need to pay only INR 1,500. The application fee has to be paid online using net banking, credit, or debit cards. The application fee will have to be paid at the time of filling out the NIFT application form. Note that payment made using demand draft will not be accepted.
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The NTA will not edit/ modify/ alter any information entered by the candidate under any circumstances. It will also not entertain requests for change in information. So, you must exercise utmost caution when filling up the form.
Request for corrections made by any candidates through Post/Fax/ WhatsApp/ Email/ by hand will not be entertained by NTA.