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NIFT Exam 2025 - Exam Dates, Registration Start Date, Eligibility, Cutoff, Syllabus & More
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examnination
Examination Start Date
5th Feb 2023
Ranjan Kumar
Updated on 15th September, 2024 | 18 min read
New Update About NIFT 2025
IIM Lucknow has revised CAT Admit Card 2023 release date. CAT Admit Card will now be released on 7 November 2023 @iimcat.ac.in. The release date of CAT Admit Card was previously set to be 25 October. Candidates will be able to download their respective CAT Admit Cards until the exam day by using their CAT login ID and password. The CAT 2023 Exam will be held on November 26 at approximately 400 test centres across 150 cities. The exam will be divided into three slots and will last two hours. Candidates will be able to take the test at the centre only if they bring a hard copy of their CAT 2023 Admit Card.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) will be conducting the NIFT Entrance examination 2025 likely in the first week of February 2025. The NIFT application form is expected to open sometime in January 2025 on the official website - nift.ac.in and the candidates will be able to register themselves and fill out the NIFT 2025 form using the registered email ID and password, and by paying a registration fee of INR 3000 (Open, Open EWS, OBC NCL).
The NIFT 2025 exam is conducted in two stages where stage 1 is the written exam, and stage 2 is the situation test or personal interview. The stage 1 of the exam, which is the written exam is further divided into 2 sub-parts - Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT). Candidates must clear the first stage of the exam in order to be eligible for the second stage of the exam. The NIFT exam is conducted once a year as both online and offline exam, i.e., computer-based-test (CBT), as well as the paper-based-test (PBT).
The National Institute of Fashion Technology, commonly abbreviated as NIFT, conducts the NIFT exam for admission to the various B. Des. M. Des, B. F. Tech, M.F. Tech., and M.F.M. courses offered by the 18 participating institutes. However, candidates applying for the B. Des and M. Des courses also need to take the offline CAT exam.
The NIFT results will be announced taking into consideration the final NIFT score of the candidate, and their performance in the Situation/Personal Interview Test. The NIFT aspirants must check the NIFT eligibility Criteria before applying and can choose their preferred course while filling out the NIFT Application Form.
Learn more about the NIFT exam like the NIFT 2025 dates, NIFT application process, NIFT syllabus, NIFT exam pattern, marking scheme, NIFT selection process, accepting colleges for NIFT, and more, on this page.
NIFT Exam - A Brief Overview
NIFT stands for the National Institute of Fashion Technology, which is one of the most prestigious institutes to pursue Fashion Designing. The NIFT exam is conducted in two stages - Creative Ability Test (CAT), and the General Ability Test (GAT). The exam is conducted for admission to both UG and PG courses - Bachelor in Design (B. Des), Bachelor in Fashion Technology (B.F. Tech), Master in Design (M. Des), Master in Fashion Technology (M.F. Tech), and Master in Fashion Management (M.F.M.).
The candidates who clear the written exam are then shortlisted for stage 2 - the Personal Interview, and the final scores and merit list is prepared on the basis of the written exam score and the GAT score. The combined seat intake currently for the above mentioned courses is 5,289 seats, and there are 18 participating institutes.
Key Highlights of the NIFT Exam
In addition to the above, there are certain important points that the candidate must remember about the NIFT exam. While the exam rules are common for all the courses, there are certain exceptions. Check these exceptions below.
- The NIFT GAT exam is mandatory for all the courses, while the NIFT CAT exam is only to be taken by the B. Des and M. Des students.
- The B. Des shortlisted candidates need to appear for the Situation Test, and the students interested for M. Des course need to appear for the Personal Interview.
- The admission to B. F. Tech course is solely granted on the basis of the GAT scores, and for all the other courses both written test and the situation test/personal interview scores are taken into account to prepare the final merit list.
NIFT Exam Highlights
The NIFT entrance exam is one of the most prestigious design exams and is conducted annually. Some key facts about the NIFT exam have been presented in the table below for the candidates' reference. Refer the table below to check the key highlights of the NIFT exam.
|
Particulars |
Description |
|
Exam Name |
NIFT Entrance Exam |
|
Exam Duration |
180 minutes (3 hours) |
|
Conducting Body |
Written Exam - The National Testing Agency (NTA) 2nd stage - NIFT will conduct the Situation Test /Interview The counselling and seat allotment process will also be conducted by NIFT |
|
Frequency of exam |
Once every year |
|
Mode of exam |
The NIFT exam has TWO stages:
|
|
Courses offered |
B.Des, M.Des, M.F.M, B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech |
|
Application fee |
INR 3,000 |
|
Mode of application |
Online |
|
NIFT 2025 application form START date |
1st week of December 2024 (tentative) |
|
Exam date |
1st week of February 2025 (tentative) |
|
Participating NIFTs |
18 |
|
Combined seat intake |
5,289 seats |
NIFT Exam Dates 2025
The NTA has not announced the official dates for the NIFT 2025 Exam, but just like last year it is expected to be conducted in February 2025. Candidates are advised to keep a close check on the NIFT website for any updates. The exact dates will be available on this page, once the schedule is released via NTA. Meanwhile, candidates can check the expected dates for the upcoming NIFT exam.
Check More: NIFT Exam Dates
|
Events |
NIFT Exam Dates 2025 (Tentative) |
|
Starting of Online Registration |
December 2024 (Expected) |
|
Last date of NIFT Online Registration |
January 2025 (Expected) |
|
The last date of registration with the late fee of Rs. 5000 |
January 2025 (Expected) |
|
Correction Window for NIFT Application form |
January 2nd Week, 2025 (Expected) |
|
Availability of Admit card |
January 3rd Week, 2025 (Expected) |
|
NIFT Computer Based Test |
February 2025 (Expected) |
|
NIFT 2025 answer key |
February 3rd Week, 2025 (Expected) |
|
Last date to object NIFT Answer Key |
February Last Week 2025 (Expected) |
|
Announcement of NIFT Result for Written Exam |
March 2025 (Expected) |
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NIFT Situation Test/GD/Personal Interview |
April 2025 (Expected) |
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Last date for Online registration for NRI/Foreign Nationals |
January 2025 (Expected) |
|
Declaration of Final Result |
April Last Week 2025 (Expected) |
|
NIFT Counselling and Seat Allocation |
May - June 2025 (Expected) |
NIFT Eligibility Criteria
The NIFT eligibility Criteria is pretty vast and is different for the bachelors and master courses. Candidates can check the NFT eligibility criteria explained in detail below for each course.
| Particulars | Details |
|
Program |
B.Des |
|
Age |
The candidate should be less than 24 years as of 1st August of the admission year. Relaxation: 5-year relaxation in the upper age limit for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. |
|
Academic Eligibility |
Passed 10+2 exam from any recognized institute. OR Cleared Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects. OR Obtained a 3 or 4-year diploma recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education. OR Passed any Public School/ Board/ University Examination in India or in foreign countries recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to a 10+2 system OR General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/ Cambridge/ Sri-Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level/ International Baccalaureate |
NIFT 2025 Eligibility Criteria - B.F.Tech
Candidates seeking admission to the B.F.Tech programs need to meet the following eligibility conditions.
|
Parameter |
Eligibility Criteria |
|
Program |
B.F.Tech |
|
Age Limit |
Maximum age should be less than 24 years as of 1st August of the year of admission. The upper age limit may be relaxed by a period of 5 (five) years for SC/ST/ PWD categories |
|
Academic qualification |
The candidate must have passed the 10+2 exam Or, A passing grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects. Or, Any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or in foreign countries recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to the 10+2 system. Or, General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/Cambridge/Sri-Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level/ International Baccalaureate (IB). |
NIFT Eligibility Criteria 2025 - Master's Courses
Candidates seeking admission to the Master's Programmes in NIFT need to meet the following program-specific eligibility criteria.
|
Parameter |
M.Des and M.F.M courses |
M.F.Tech. course |
|
Age limit |
There is no age bar. |
There is no age bar. |
|
Academic Qualification |
Undergraduate Degree in any discipline from any Institute / University recognized by law in India or Undergraduate Diploma of minimum three years duration from NIFT / NID. |
B.F.Tech. from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) or B.E / B.Tech. from any Institute / University recognized by law in India. |
IMPORTANT NOTE
Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply provided:
- They produce proof of having acquired the minimum prescribed qualifications at the time of seat allocation/ admission.
- If the 12th class/final year/final semester (as the case may be) result of the qualifying degree/certificate examination is not declared by the concerned Board/ University till the date of seat allocation/ admission, his/her admission in such case will be strictly provisional subject to the following conditions:
- An undertaking will be submitted, in case the candidate is minor i.e. below 18 years of age, the declaration shall be signed by his/ her parent/guardian.
- Those candidates who are seeking provisional admission due to non-declaration of their final year/final semester/12th class will provide proof of having passed all papers in all the previous years /semesters of qualifying degree examination (Marksheet and certificate from Head of Institution where studying).
- The candidate will submit the final result of qualifying degree/certificate proving his/her eligibility on or before 30th September, 2024 to the Campus Director where the admission has been provisionally granted. The provisional admission will automatically stand cancelled, if the candidate fails to submit the successful result in time i.e. 30th September, 2024.
- In case the candidate fails to submit his/her final result of qualifying degree in the manner prescribed above to prove his/her eligibility on or before 30th September, 2024, whatsoever the reason may be his/her admission will be treated as null and void (cancelled) and entire fee will be forfeited.
- In the case of candidates who have appeared for Supplementary examination(s) in the final semester/ final year of graduation and the result of the same is not declared by the time of seat allocation/ admission, such candidates will be considered for admission as per the provisions of para 1 (b) above, for the academic session 2024-2025.
- In the case of candidates who have appeared for compartment examination(s) in the 12th standard, such candidates will be considered only for provisional admission. He/she will have to clear the compartment examination UNDER THE SAME BOARD, failing which the provisional admission will stand automatically cancelled and the entire fee will be forfeited.
- The OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate should mention that the candidate belongs to the non-creamy layer.
- The certificate must be issued by the Competent Authority.
- In case of married women applying to any course under a reserved category, she has to produce the caste certificate in her name. A certificate in the name of the husband/mother/ father is not acceptable.
- If the certificate is not in English/Hindi, a certified translation should be submitted. Candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer of OBC are not entitled to apply under the reserved category OBC(NCL) and will have to submit their application under open category.
NIFT Application Form
The NIFT 2025 Application Form is expected to release in December 2024 on the official website of NIFT. Only those who fulfill the NIFT eligibility criteria and fill out the application form of NIFT will be permitted to sit for the exam. Candidates will also need to fill out the preferred choice of course when filling out the application form. Check the detailed procedure of filling the NIFT application form below.
Step 1: Registration on the NIFT website
The first step to fill out the NIFT application form is to register for the exam on the official website. Candidates can register for the exam using the below instructions.
- Visit the official website of NIFT - nift.ac.in
- Click on the registration link on the top on the homepage
- Enter your name, Email ID, and Phone Number
- An email will be sent to you on the registered email ID with log in details and confirmation.
Step 2: Filling Out the NIFT Application Form
The second step after the registration is to actually fill out the NIFT Application Form. Follow the below steps to fill the application form.
- Log in to the website again using the credentials created at the time of registration
- Start filling out the application form by entering personal, contact, and educational details
- Upload the relevant documents like school marksheets, and certificates, and the scanned photograph and signature
- Pay the NIFT application fees and submit the application form.
NIFT Application Form - Document Uploading Guidelines
Candidates must upload the documents in the specified format only to avoid getting the application form rejected. The specifications are mentioned here under.
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Document |
Description |
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Photograph |
|
|
Signature |
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NIFT Application Fees
Check the NIFT application Fees mentioned below.
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Fee Payable for NIFT Entrance Examination- 2025 (Debit/Credit Card/UPI or Internet Banking through any of the payment gateway of IDBI) |
|
|---|---|
|
Category |
Application Fee (INR) |
|
Open / Open-EWS/OBC(NCL)* |
3000 |
|
SC / ST / PwD |
1500 |
|
Open/Open-EWS/OBC (NCL) applying for two programs i.e. B.Des. and B.F.Tech |
4500 |
|
SC / ST / PwD applying for two programs i.e. B.Des. and B.F.Tech |
2500 |
NIFT Admit Card
NTA will release the NIFT 2025 Admit Card on the official website - nift.ntaonline.in likely in the first week of February 2025. Candidates who will successfully register for the NIFT exam will be able to download the NIFT admit card using the application number and password. It is to be noted that the NIFT admit card can only be downloaded online and no physical copies will be sent to the candidates.
Candidates must carry the NIFT admit card along with a valid ID proof to the exam centre.
Steps to Download the NIFT admit card
The NIFT Admit Card can be downloaded by following the below step-by-step procedure.
- Go to the NIFT admission portal
- Click on the admit card link
- A log-in window will open
- Enter your email ID and password.
- On successful login, you can download the admit card
NIFT Exam Pattern
The NIFT exam pattern refers to the kind of questions asked in the exam, the marking scheme, the total marks, exam duration and more. The NIFT exam pattern is different for different courses and the candidates appearing for the exam must be aware of the same. Check the NIFT exam pattern for various courses explained below.
NIFT GAT Exam Pattern 2025 - B.Des and M.Des
|
Program |
B.Des |
M.Des |
|
Paper |
GAT |
GAT |
|
Mode of exam |
Computer-based exam |
Computer-based exam |
|
Language |
English/ Hindi |
English/ Hindi |
|
Test Duration |
120 minutes |
120 minutes |
|
Sections |
Number of Questions |
Number of Questions |
|
Communication Ability |
40 |
30 |
|
English Comprehension |
30 |
|
|
Quantitative Ability |
20 |
20 |
|
Analytical Ability |
15 |
25 |
|
General Knowledge and Current Affairs |
25 |
15 |
|
TOTAL |
100 |
120 |
NIFT GAT 2024 Exam Pattern - B.F.Tech
|
Particulars |
B.F.Tech Details |
|
|
Paper Name |
GAT - Section A (CBT) |
GAT - Section B (CBT) |
|
Language of written test |
English/Hindi |
English/Hindi |
|
Test Duration |
180 minutes |
|
|
Sections |
Number of questions |
Number of questions |
|
Communication Ability |
40 |
NIL |
|
Quantitative Ability |
20 |
15 |
|
Analytical & Logical Ability |
15 |
15 |
|
General Knowledge |
25 |
NIL |
|
Case Study |
NIL |
20 |
|
Total |
100 |
50 |
NIFT GAT 2025 Exam Pattern - M.F.M & M.F.Tech
|
Particulars |
M.F.Tech |
MFM |
|
Paper |
GAT |
GAT |
|
Language of written test |
English/Hindi |
English/Hindi |
|
Duration |
180 minutes |
180 minutes |
|
Sections |
Number of questions |
Number of questions |
|
Communication Ability & English Comprehension |
45 |
50 |
|
Case Study |
25 |
40 |
|
Quantitative Ability |
30 |
10 |
|
Analytical & Logical Ability |
25 |
25 |
|
General Knowledge And Current Affairs |
25 |
25 |
|
TOTAL |
150 |
150 |
NIFT Syllabus 2025
The NIFT exam is conducted in two stages - CAT and GAT. The syllabus for each section is designed in a certain way to test the candidates' abilities in the field of fashion designing. The Creative Ability Test (CAT) evaluates innate creativity, observational skills, and artistic flair through tasks like sketching and rendering, crucial for conceptualization in the fashion industry. Comprising quantitative aptitude, communication skills, and general awareness, while the General Ability Test (GAT) on the other hand assesses candidates' overall aptitude and critical thinking. Additionally, the Studio Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview further evaluate practical skills, teamwork, and personal suitability for the chosen program.
Check the detailed syllabus of the NIFT exam tabulated below for reference.
NIFT GAT Syllabus 2025: Section-wise topics
|
GAT Topics |
Description |
|
Quantitative Ability |
This section's purpose is to gauge your aptitude for mathematics. |
|
Questions include addition, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, interest rate, work and task, ratio and proportion, and distance. |
|
|
Communication Ability and English Comprehension |
This section is designed to evaluate your proficiency in everyday English communication. |
|
It includes questions on idioms and phrases, singular and plural forms of words, words with corresponding meanings, synonyms and antonyms, correct spelling, understanding a situation from a passage, and more. |
|
|
Analytical Ability and Logical Ability |
This sub-test is intended to assess your ability to infer and apply logic from given information and evaluate the candidate's ability to detect the given problem and use reasoning to solve the core issues of the concern. |
|
Creative and lateral thinking concepts and practice will be helpful for your preparation. |
|
|
General Knowledge and Current Affairs |
This section will assess your general knowledge and knowledge of current events. |
|
Case Study |
This section is based on a scenario in the workplace, and it aids in determining your leadership ability. |
NIFT CAT 2025 Syllabus: Important Topics
Only B.Des and M.Des candidates are required to take the Creative Ability Test (CAT). The following are the important CAT topics.
NIFT CAT - Important Topics |
||
|
Drawing Fundamentals |
Design Theory |
Principles of composition |
|
Natural & Geometrical Form |
Innovation in Design |
Principles of Composition |
|
Creative thinking & writing |
Optical Illusion |
Understanding Light & Shade |
|
Visual Logic |
Form & Function |
Colour, Pattern & Texture |
|
Theme Development |
Drawing Fundamentals |
Picture Analysis |
|
Memory Drawing |
Inspiration & Creativity |
Mood, Theme & Colour Inter-relationship |
|
Colour Psychology & Optical Illusions |
Elements & Principles of Design |
Imagination & Doodling |
|
Use of Measurements, Scale & proportions |
Optical Illusion |
Expression & Emotion |
|
Developing Themes & Colour Associations |
Usage of Colour in Compositions |
Story Pictures |
|
3D Visualization |
Presentation Techniques |
Design Awareness |
NIFT Preparation Tips
To prepare for the NIFT exam it is advised that the candidates should work on their drawing skills and general design aptitude to clear the exam. Below are a few key tips for each stage of the NIFT exam, to help the candidates prepare for the exam in a better way.
GAT preparation tips
- Carefully go through the exam pattern and syllabus
- Make sure that you are following the best books for NIFT 2025
- Prepare an actionable study plan and stick to it. Start your NIFT 2025 preparation early. This will ensure you have enough time to complete the syllabus, solve sample papers, take mock tests, and do enough revision.
- Take notes during your study. If the notes are good enough, you can use them for quick revision instead of going through the books and large blocks of text. This in turn can save a lot of time that can be used elsewhere.
- Solve as many sample papers as you can. Also, add previous years' NIFT question papers to the mix.
- In the days leading up to the exam, take a few mock tests.
- It is also important that you stay positive and healthy.
CAT preparation tips
Here is how you can prepare for the creative ability test (CAT):
- Work on your observation and creative skills.
- Learn the nuances of geometrical shapes.
- Before you draw anything, learn to conceptualize
- Jittery and unclear lines are a big no-no for getting a good score in CAT. So, improve your line drawing skills.
- Shading is not a very important skill for CAT, but learning the basics won't do any harm.
- Learn various types of drawings - human, figure, cartoon, perspective, doodling, geometric, etc.
NIFT Answer Key
The NIFT Answer Key will be released by NTA on its official website once the exam is over. It is expected to release in the 3rd week of February, and will only be available for the online GAT paper and not the offline CAT paper. using the NIFT provisional answer key and the NIFT marking scheme, candidates will be able to calculate the probable scores.
NIFT NTA also provides an opportunity to the candidates to challenge the NIFT answer key by paying INR 200 per question. Once the challenges are submitted during the answer key challenge window, the authorities will release the final answer key along with the NIFT Result.
Steps to Download the NIFT Answer Key
Candidates can download the NIFT answer key using the instructions given below.
- Go to the NTA NIFT admission portal
- Click on the answer key download link
- In the log-in window that opens, enter your Roll Number, Program Name, Question Booklet No., and DOB
- On successful login, you can download the answer key.
Recorded Responses and QP of NIFT 2025
Along with the answer key, NTA will also release the recorded responses and the NIFT 2025 question paper. The candidate can download the documents from the NIFT 2025 admission portal.
NIFT Result 2025
The NIFT Result will be released by NTA on the NIFT admission portal, tentatively in the 3rd week of February. Candidates must download the result online as no hard copies will be shared with the candidates. It is to be noted that the NIFT result does not guarantee or even mean that you get admission. The result is merely released to shortlist candidates for the further rounds of admission and selection.
How to check NIFT 2025 result
To check your results, candidates need to follow the below mentioned steps.
- Click on the result link
- In the log-in window that opens, enter your application number and date of birth
- On log-in, the result of NIFT 2024 will be displayed on the screen
- Download and take a printout of the result.
The NIFT Scorecard will include information like the marks obtained and the qualifying status of the candidate. Those who clear the NIFT written test will then be shortlisted for the Situation Test and Personal Interview round.
The final NIFT result will be declared later. The final list is prepared by giving weightage to the CAT, GAT, and the Situation Test & Personal Interview round.
NIFT Cutoff 2025
The National Institute of Fashion Technology will release the NIFT Cutoff 2025 alongside the NIFT 2025 result. The cutoff is category-specific and it represents the minimum marks required for the further rounds. Furthermore, it should be noted that the NIFT qualifying cutoff is different from the NIFT admission cutoff. The cutoff is released as the opening and closing ranks for various categories like General, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD.
NIFT cutoff is important for the candidates as it represents the last rank at which the admission is offered to NIFT campuses and course. Candidates who fail to meet this cutoff criteria will automatically be eliminated from participating further and will not be able to take admission to any NIFT campus or course.
Factors Determining the NIFT Cutoff
There are certain factors that affect the NIFT cutoff every year. These factors have been listed below.
- The total number of applicants and test takers
- Previous Year cutoff trends
- Difficulty level of the exam
- Availability of seats in a particular college or course
NIFT 2025 Cutoff - Expected
Every year approximately 40,000 students appear for the NIFT Examination for a total of 4517 seats. The NIFT 2024 cutoff is yet to be announced. However, to get an estimate of the NIFT 2025 cutoff and 2024 cutoff, candidates can refer to the below table.
|
Course |
Rank Range |
Shortlisted Candidates |
|
B.Des |
51-317 |
80 |
|
B.Des |
319-619 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
620-825 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
828-1098 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
1104-1328 |
80 |
|
B.Des |
1331-1605 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
1612-1874 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
1882-2127 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
2128-2440 |
80 |
|
B.Des |
2443-2741 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
2747-3132 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
3133-3628 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
3629-4100 |
80 |
|
B.Des |
4110-4714 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
4715-5543 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
5448-6739 |
90 |
|
B.Des |
6744-8150 |
100 |
|
B.Des |
8161-9875 |
100 |
|
B.Des |
9883-11605 |
100 |
|
B.Des |
11658-14378 |
86 |
|
M.F.Tech |
88-100 |
3 |
|
M.Des |
24-525 |
91 |
|
B.F.Tech- Apparel Production |
11-275 |
40 |
|
B.F.Tech- Apparel Production |
276-929 |
89 |
|
MFM |
24-352 |
80 |
|
MFM |
353-814 |
90 |
|
MFM |
816-1310 |
81 |
NIFT Exam Counselling and Process
The NIFT counselling process takes place once the final results have been declared, and consists of four seat allotment rounds followed by a spot round. The candidates who clear thr NIFT exam in the final result, will be eligible for the counselling process. The vacant seats that are left after the four rounds of counselling are then filled during the spot round of counselling.
NIFT Counselling Process - An Overview
The NIFT counselling process consists of 5 major steps which have been outlined below. Check the NIFT counselling procedure for a better understanding of the admission and selection process.
Registration: The candidates who have cleared the NIFT exam, will first register for the counselling process via the NIFT admission portal. candidates need to pay a counselling fee to complete the registration.
Choice Filling: The next step is to fill the choice of preferred course and college in order of preference. For example, if NIFT Chandigarh is your first preference, it will be filled at number 1, and then so on.
Document Verification: Once the candidates have registered and applied for counselling, the authorities will verify the documents submitted to check the candidates' eligibility.
Seat Allotment: The next step here will be the seat allotment. Candidates will be allotted the seat to one of their preferred college depending upon the seat availability
Fee Payment: The last step is to pay the NIFT admission fees for the allotted college and confirm their admission.
Documents Required at the Time of NIFT 2025 Counselling
The following documents are required at the time of the NIFT Counselling process:
- For UG applicants, 12th Class Marksheet & Certificate. For PG applicants, Previous Degrees' Marksheets & Certificates (including final semester/year if applicable).
- In case the candidate has appeared for qualifying exam/ compartment candidates can upload their admit card for qualifying exam (including compartmental) and proof of completing previous years.
- Proof of date of birth (Secondary school marksheet & certificate) (Original and photocopy).
- Valid certificate of SC/ST/OBC - Non-Creamy Layer/PWD/Open - EWS category claimed in candidate's name.
- For State Domicile seats the status of domicile will be decided by the address of your 12th school. Kashmiri Migrants with valid certificate can claim Kashmir domicile, but only choose either Kashmir or the state from which they passed 12th.
- Certificate of Medical Fitness to be signed by a Registered Medical Practitioner in the prescribed format in original.
- An undertaking for seeking provisional admission only in case, the result of qualifying examination is yet to be declared.
- An undertaking on Anti-Ragging.
- An undertaking regarding refund of fee.
- The requisite fee has to be paid online once an offer of allotment is made during the seat allocation process through payment gateway. Candidate's provisional admission will be confirmed only if requisite fee payment is verified.
NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 Selection Process
The selection process varies for each program. Check out the table below to learn about the selection process for each program and the weightage assigned to each test in the final merit list.
|
Program |
Selection Process |
Test |
Weightage |
|
Comprises a written examination comprising of a CAT and GAT, followed by a situation test to be undertaken by shortlisted students |
CAT |
50% |
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GAT |
30% |
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Situation Test |
20% |
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M. Des |
Comprises a written examination comprising of CAT and GAT followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GD/PI) for shortlisted students |
CAT |
40% |
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GAT |
30% |
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GD/PI |
30% |
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B. F. Tech |
Comprises of GAT Written Examination only. |
GAT |
100% |
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M. F. Tech and MFM |
Comprises of Written test comprising of GAT followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GD/PI) for shortlisted students |
GAT |
70% |
|
GD/PI |
30% |
Colleges Accepting NIFT Score
4.4
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) - Mumbai
MaharashtraFashion Design
₹9.54L (4 Yrs)
4.4
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Delhi NCRFashion Design
₹11.09L (4 Yrs)
4.7
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
KarnatakaFashion Design
₹13.43L (4 Yrs)
4
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Tamil NaduFashion Design
₹9.08L (4 Yrs)
4.5
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
TelanganaFashion Design
₹1.37L (2 Yrs)
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) - Kangra
Himachal PradeshFashion Design
₹11.36L (4 Yrs)
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I enter in NIFT??
Candidates have to appear for national level design entrance test conducted by the National Institute of Fashion Technology - NIFT entrance exam.
Why NIFT fee is so high??
The NIFT fee is high because it is an autonomous institute and hence is purely for profit, and therefore the high fee.
Is drawing necessary for NIFT??
Candidates must have creative and innovative use of colour and illustration skills. About 3-4 questions come for 100 marks. They are all drawing and design-related questions but not necessarily fashion related
When will be the NIFT 2025 exam be conducted??
The NIFT exam authorities have not yet announced the NIFT exam dates. However, like every year, the exam is expected to be conducted in February 2025, and the applications should open soon in December 2024.
Which subjects are compulsory for NIFT??
The syllabus for NIFT Entrance Exam for GAT include topics like quantitative ability, communication ability, English comprehension, analytical ability, general knowledge, and current affairs.
What is NIFT full form??
The full form of NIFT is the National Institute of Fashion Technology, and it is a renowned institute for the aspiring fashion designers.
is NIFT exam easy??
In the field of design and Fashion Technology, NIFT is one of the most popular exams, and the difficulty level of the exam is considered between moderate and difficult. Candidates need to have a high aptitude for design to ace the exam and should also be good with their drawing skills.
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