Poll Reveals Most Preferred NIFT B.Des Specializations Among 2025 Aspirants

In a recent poll conducted by Shiksha among NIFT 2025 aspirants, Fashion Design gained the top choice. The poll provides insight into student preferences as they are going through the counselling process.

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With the ongoing NIFT 2025 Counseling Process, a poll was conducted by Shiksha among 1900+ respondents. The poll shows that most students prefer Fashion Design.

Shiksha Poll: Which specialization in design are you interested in for the NIFT B.Des?

In a recent poll conducted by Shiksha asking students about their preferred specialization for the NIFT B.Des programme, Fashion Design emerged as the top choice, with a significant 72% of aspirants expressing interest in pursuing it. The field continues to attract the majority of applicants, given its visibility, creative scope, and vast industry opportunities.

Accessory Design secured the second spot with 15%, followed by Textile Design at 8%. Both Leather Design and Knitwear Design received 3% each, indicating niche interest among a smaller group of aspirants.

Poll Result

Interestingly, many students also revealed a growing interest in Fashion Communication, a specialization that combines design, media, and marketing, showcasing a shift toward roles that blend creativity with strategy in the fashion ecosystem. These preferences reflect both the aspirants’ creative ambitions and evolving awareness of diverse career paths in the design industry.

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