
In a recent poll conducted by Shiksha among NIFT 2025 aspirants, NIFT Delhi emerged as the top choice. The poll provides insight into student preferences as they await final results and gear up for the counselling process.
With the NIFT 2025 results and Counseling Process coming soon, a poll was conducted by Shiksha among 1700+ respondents. The poll shows that most students are aiming for NIFT Delhi.
Shiksha Poll: Which NIFT institute are you aiming for in NIFT 2025?
NIFT Delhi (35%) remains the most preferred campus for its reputation, location, and top placements. NIFT Mumbai (25%) attracts aspirants for its creative vibe, industry access, and media exposure. NIFT Bangalore (19%) is popular for its balanced lifestyle, tech-design ecosystem, and vibrant campus life. NIFT Chennai (11%) is chosen by many for its strong design foundation and specialized course offerings, whereas NIFT Hyderabad (10%) is preferred for its modern infrastructure and focus on textile and fashion tech.
Why NIFT Delhi Tops the List?
NIFT Delhi remains a long-standing favourite among aspirants due to
- its consistent top rank in design education
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Location in the fashion and media hub of India
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Strong industry connections and placements
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Prestigious faculty and alumni network
Other Top NIFT Institutes
While NIFT Mumbai and Bangalore also saw a significant share of votes, campuses like Chennai and Hyderabad still remain popular choices, especially for specialised programmes like Knitwear Design and Textile Design.
What’s Next in NIFT 2025 Admission Process?
With the NIFT 2025 final results expected shortly and counselling set to begin soon, students will now translate these preferences into actual choice-filling during NIFT counselling rounds.
Stay tuned for more updates on NIFT cut-offs, counselling tips, and closing ranks for each campus.
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