B.Des

No, NIFT Mumbai BDes admissions are strictly entrance-based. For BDes admissions, the institute conducts its own entrance exam, i.e., NIFTEE. Thus, students seeking admission to this programme must have a valid NIFTEE score. This exam is divided into two parts, namely General Ability Test (GAT) and Creative Ability Test (CAT). Students who qualify these tests are also required to appear for a subsequent Situation Test. Based on NIFTEE scores, students are ranked and allocated a seat. Moreover, the students must also fulfil the eligibility requirements prescribed by the institute.

Pursuing a BDes from NIFT Mumbai helps students develop a foundation in the field of Design. However, in the time of increasing competition in the job market, having only theoretical knowledge might not be enough to get the dream job. Students who wish to get a dream job must gain vital skills that will set them apart from the rest. Mentioned below are some of the skills demanded in today's corporate world:

• GIS Software Proficiency
• Environmental Awareness
• Data Interpretation
• CAD (Computer Aided Design) Proficiency
• Spatial Analysis
• Problem-Solving
• Design Thinking

The NIFT Mumbai BDes total fees is calculated by adding all the fee elements to be paid by the students during the entire course duration. As per the fee structure, students are required to pay three major components during the four-year course duration: tuition fees, hostel fees, and a one-time fee. Combining all, the total fees for the BDes programme ranges from INR 9.16 Lacs to INR 15.88 lakh. Check the below table to learn the component-wise bifurcation of the total fees:

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

NIFT Mumbai admissions for BDes courses are granted based on marks obtained in the NIFT Entrance Exam. As per the available cutoff data, the last round closing rank for BDes admissions 2024 ranged from 65 to 654 for the general category candidates belonging to All India Quota seats. In 2023, the cutoff for the General AI quota students ranged from 79 to 1029.

NIFT Mumbai admits students to its BDes courses via scores obtained in the NIFT Entrance Exam. For 2025 admissions, this test was conducted by NTA on Feb 9, 2025. Moreover, NTA has also released the entrance exam results. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their results and download their scorecards by using their login details on the official website.

Yes, the National Institute of Fashion Technology Mumbai reserves a certain amount of seats for candidates belonging to the PwD category. As per the admission guidelines for 2025, five percent of the total seats are reserved for the admission of candidates belonging to the PwD category. Such candidates are required to furnish the proof while reporting for the document verification process. 

The allocation of BDes seats at NIFT Mumbai is subject to rules of reservation set by the institute. As per NIFT's reservation policy, 22.5% of the seats are reserved for the admission of SC/ST category students to its BDes course. Out of which, 15% of seats are reserved for SC students and 7.5% are reserved for the admission of ST students.

National Institute of Fashion Technology Mumbai (NIFT Mumbai) offers a total of 329 seats under its BDes programme. This implies that 329 students can be admitted to BDes courses in a single academic year. Moreover, students must note that the stated seat intake is as per official sources. However, it is subject to change.