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15th June 2026

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This section is crucial for candidates looking to secure admission to NIFT's prestigious design and fashion programs. It provides details on the application process, eligibility, and selection stages, helping applicants understand how to start their journey at one of India's top institutes. Timely application is necessary to participate in the entrance exam and advance toward a career in the fashion industry.

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NIFT 2026 entrance open for design and fashion courses; apply for 19 campuses

Short Information

NIFT 2026 is the national-level entrance examination for admission to Bachelor of Design (B.Des), Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.FTech), Master of Design (M.Des), Master of Fashion Management (M.FM) and Master of Fashion Technology (M.FTech) at NIFT's 19 campuses across India (Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Gandhinagar, Patna, Jodhpur, Raebareli, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Shillong, Kannur, Kangra, Srinagar, Daman, Panchkula, Navi Mumbai). Selection has two stages — Creative Ability Test (CAT) + General Ability Test (GAT) followed by Situation Test / Personal Interview / Group Discussion.

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Ministry of Textiles.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Paper Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification

Class XII passed for B.Des / B.FTech; Bachelor's degree for M.Des / M.FM / M.FTech

Important Dates

Applications open	28th November 202628th November 2026
Application closes	Predicted 28th November 2026Predicted 28th November 2026
Exam Date	Predicted 27th December 2026Predicted 27th December 2026
Result Announcement Date

Section	Topics
Design Aptitude — Visual ReasoningDesign Aptitude — Visual Reasoning	Pattern recognition; Mirror images; Rotational symmetry; Spatial visualisation; Composition principles; Form, shape, line, texture; Visual literacy; Observation skills; Lateral thinking puzzles.Pattern recognition; Mirror images; Rotational symmetry; Spatial visualisation; Composition principles; Form, shape, line, texture; Visual literacy; Observation skills; Lateral thinking puzzles.
Drawing & SketchingDrawing & Sketching	Free-hand drawing of objects, scenes, people; Perspective drawing — one-point and two-point; Light & shade; Composition; Conceptual sketching; Story illustration; Memory drawing; Imaginative composition with given props.Free-hand drawing of objects, scenes, people; Perspective drawing — one-point and two-point; Light & shade; Composition; Conceptual sketching; Story illustration; Memory drawing; Imaginative composition with given props.
Design Awareness & General KnowledgeDesign Awareness & General Knowledge	History of design and crafts in India; Indian art forms and movements; Famous designers, architects and artists; Sustainable & inclusive design principles; Material awareness — wood, metal, ceramic, fabric, glass; Indian heritage structures; Iconic logos and brand identity systems.History of design and crafts in India; Indian art forms and movements; Famous designers, architects and artists; Sustainable & inclusive design principles; Material awareness — wood, metal, ceramic, fabric, glass; Indian heritage structures; Iconic logos and brand identity systems.
Studio Test / Material Handling (Mains)Studio Test / Material Handling (Mains)	Hands-on prototype using clay/paper/cardboard/foam-board; Model making from given brief; Assembly and presentation under time constraint; Articulating design rationale; Observation-based 3D problem solving.Hands-on prototype using clay/paper/cardboard/foam-board; Model making from given brief; Assembly and presentation under time constraint; Articulating design rationale; Observation-based 3D problem solving.

Section

Topics

Design Aptitude — Visual Reasoning

Pattern recognition; Mirror images; Rotational symmetry; Spatial visualisation; Composition principles; Form, shape, line, texture; Visual literacy; Observation skills; Lateral thinking puzzles.

Drawing & Sketching

Free-hand drawing of objects, scenes, people; Perspective drawing — one-point and two-point; Light & shade; Composition; Conceptual sketching; Story illustration; Memory drawing; Imaginative composition with given props.

Design Awareness & General Knowledge

History of design and crafts in India; Indian art forms and movements; Famous designers, architects and artists; Sustainable & inclusive design principles; Material awareness — wood, metal, ceramic, fabric, glass; Indian heritage structures; Iconic logos and brand identity systems.

Studio Test / Material Handling (Mains)

Hands-on prototype using clay/paper/cardboard/foam-board; Model making from given brief; Assembly and presentation under time constraint; Articulating design rationale; Observation-based 3D problem solving.

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