NIFT Application 2027 has started. Candidates can fill out the application form now. Check out all other details related to the NIFT Application form 2027.
NIFT Registration 2027
NIFT Registration 2027 Highlights
| Particulars |
Description |
|---|---|
| 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 |
NIFT Stage 1: NIFT GAT: Online in CBT Mode and NIFT CAT: Offline in PBT Mode NIFT Stage 2: Situation Test and PI: Offline. |
| Courses offered |
B.Des, B.F.Tech, M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech |
| NIFT Application |
Started |
| Language of the exam |
English and Hindi |
| Participating NIFTs |
20 |
NIFT 2027 Important Application Dates
| Admission Event | Key Dates |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Registration | 16th October, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Normal Fee) | 16th November, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (With Late Fee of ₹5,000) | 21st November, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window (Online Only) | 22nd to 25th November, 2026 |
LIVE UPDATE
NIFT Registration started; Fill the forms
- 10:22 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Application Live updates: NIFT Application Direct Link
NIFT Application 2027 forms can be filled at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/. The last date to fill the form is 21st November 2026, with late fees.
- 10:05 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT 2027 Important Topics for Exam
NIFT Exam for B.Des, B.F.Tech, M.Des, M.F.Tech, MFM includes 5 sections. The sections included in NIFT GAT is given below.
- Communication Ability and English Comprehension
- Quantitative Ability
- Analytical and Logical Ability
- General Knowledge and Current Affairs
- Case Study
- 9:47 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT GAT and CAT 2027
Check out the NIFT GAT and CAT.
Program Paper Name Language of Written Test Test Duration (minutes) No. of QuestionsB.Des. GAT - Section A (CBT)
CAT (PBT)English/Hindi 120 + 180 100 + 3 B.F.Tech. GAT - Section A (CBT) English/Hindi 120 100 B.F.Tech. GAT - Section B (CBT) English/Hindi 60 50 B.F.Tech. & B.Des. Section A (2 hrs.) (CBT)
Section B (1 hr.) (CBT)
CAT (3 hrs.) (PBT)English/Hindi 180 + 180 150 + 3 - 9:19 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Registration 2027 Form Out Now
The application form for NIFT 2027 is out now. Candidates can fill the form now. The last date to fill the application form is November 16, 2026.
- 9:10 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Exam Pattern 2027
Check out the weightage for NIFT.
Program
Exam
Weightage
B. Des.
GAT
30%
CAT
50%
Situation Test
20%
B.F. Tech.
GAT (Sec-A)
30%
GAT (Sec-B)
70%
B.F. Tech. Opting for B. Des.
GAT (Sec-A)
30%
CAT
50%
Situation Test
20%
M.F.M.
GAT (Section A and B)
70%
Personal Interview
30%
M. Des.
GAT (Section A)
30%
CAT
40%
Personal Interview
30%
M.F.M. opting for M. Des.
GAT (Section A)
30%
CAT
40%
Personal Interview
30%
M.F. Tech.
GAT
70%
Personal Interview
30%
- Collect the best books available.
- Solve related problems to better understand concepts and develop problem-solving skills.
- Revise after completing a topic.
- Solve sample and previous years question papers.
- 8:41 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
Documents required for NIFT Application 2027
The list of documents for NIFT to be uploaded while applying for the exam is outlined below.
- Copy of Board / University Certificate as proof of Candidate’s Name, Mother’s Name, Father’s Name
- Type of Identification: Bank A/c passbook with photograph /Passport Number/ Ration Card/
- Aadhaar Card Number/ Voter ID Card Number/ Other Govt ID/ APAAR ID
- Qualifying Degree Certificate or last semester marks sheet
- Category Certificate, if applicable
- Undertaking / Result Awaited Certificate, if applicable
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Certificate, if applicable
- SC, ST, OBC (NCL) Certificate, if applicable
- Person with Disability (PwD) Certificate & UDID, if applicable
- Candidate’s Photograph.
- Candidate’s Signature in running hand.
- 8:38 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT 2027 Dates Released
Check out the details for NIFT 2027:
Event Date / Details Online registration and submission of Application Form (via NTA Website) 16th October, 2026 Last date for submission of online application (with regular fee) 16th November, 2026 Last date for online application with late fees (Additional ₹ 5,000/-) 21st November, 2026 Correction window for Application Form particulars (Online only) 22nd to 25th November, 2026Release of Advance City Intimation Slip 21st December, 2026 Downloading of Admit Card (from NTA Website) 4th January, 2027 Date of Entrance Examination 10th January, 2027 - 8:35 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Application Correction Window 2027
The NIFT Correction window 2027 will open from 22nd to 25th November 2026.
- 8:32 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Exam 2027: Mode
NIFT Entrance exam will be conducted as:
- Computer Based Test(CBT)- GAT
- Paper Based Test(PBT) – CAT
- 8:30 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Registration 2027: Live updates
The Signature in the NIFT Application 2027 file should be JPG/JPEG format (clearly legible) between 10 kb to 50 kb.
- Check NIFT exam pattern and syllabus.
- Check the topics and plan accordingly
- Make sure you follow only the updated syllabus.
- Stay updated with trends, fashion shows, exhibitions, etc.
- Make a timetable taking into account the difficulty level of each topic.
- Solve sample papers and previous years' question papers.
- Practice mock tests.
- 8:26 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Application 2027 Fees
Check the NIFT Form 2027 fees here.
Category Application Details Application Fee (in ₹)Open / Open-EWS* / OBC(NCL)** For either B.Des. or B.F.Tech. or M.F.M. or M.Des. or M.F.Tech. or Ph.D. ₹ 2,000 SC / ST / PwD / PwBD For either B.Des. or B.F.Tech. or M.F.M. or M.Des. or M.F.Tech. or Ph.D. ₹ 500 Open / Open-EWS* / OBC(NCL)** Applying for two programmes (i.e., B.F.Tech. and B.Des. or M.F.M. and M.Des.) ₹ 3,000 SC / ST / PwD / PwBD Applying for two programmes (i.e., B.F.Tech. and B.Des. or M.F.M. and M.Des.) ₹ 750 NRI / Foreign National / OCI / PIO / SAARC For UG / PG Programmes ₹ 11,100 - 8:21 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Registration 2027: Direct Link
NIFT 2027 Registration form can be filled out at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/.
- 8:17 PM IST• 16 Oct 2026
NIFT Application 2027 Started
NIFT Application 2027 has started. Candidates can fill the application now.
Commonly asked questions
The NIFT 2027 application fee is category-specific. The application fee for General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS Category will be INR 2,000. Meanwhile, those belonging to SC/ ST/ PwD Category need to pay only INR 1,500.
NIFT and UCEED are equally tough. NIFT has more levels or stage where as UCEED has only one level. UCEED focuses more on Graphic design, Product Design, etc., whereas NIFT focuses on Fashion design, Textile design, etc. The difficulty level of the exam depends on the preparation of the candidates.
To prepare for NIFT GAT
Commonly asked questions
Tips for NIFT exam preparation are given below.
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