NIFT

National Institute of Fashion Technology 2025

National Institute of Fashion Technology 2025

Mode of ExamOffline
LevelUG/PG
Level of ExamNational Level

What is NIFT Entrance Exam?

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) conducts the NIFT entrance exam to shortlist aspirants for admission to its design programmes such as Bachelor of Design (BDes), Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech), Master of Design (MDes), Master of Fashion Management (MFM) and Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech). Considered to be a pioneer in fashion education, NIFT has its headquarters in New Delhi. Apart from New Delhi, NIFT has campuses in Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Kangra, Kannur, Patna, Shillong, Raebareli, Srinagar and Panchkula. 

NIFT entrance exam is three-tiered in its format for BDes and MDes course admissions. As part of the NIFT entrance exam 2025 for BDes and MDes admission, candidates have to first appear for Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT).

NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 Highlights

Check important highlights for NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 in the table below.

Event Details

Specifications

Exam Name

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Entrance Exam

Conducting Body

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)

Exam Level

National Level Exam

Exam Frequency

Once a Year

Exam Mode

Offline

Exam Duration

CAT for BDes: 3 Hours

GAT for BDes & MDes: 2 Hours

GAT for BFTech, MFM, MFTech: 3 Hours

Language

English

Exam Purpose

Admission into 18 NIFTs

Course Offered

BDes, BFTech, MDes, MFTech, MFM

No. of Test Cities

32 cities in India

No. of Accepting Colleges

17

Exam Helpdesk No.

011-26542000

Official Website

http://www.nift.ac.in/

NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 Important Dates

Check important NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 dates and events below:

Events

NIFT Dates (Tentative)

Salient Features

Start date to fill NIFT application forms

December 2024

The online application process for NIFT admissions will commence on the official website of the exam.

Last date to submit application form without late fee

January 2025

Candidates have to fill and submit the NIFT application form online with an application fee of Rs 3,000 for General/ OBC (non-creamy layer) students and Rs 1,500 for SC/ ST/ PwD category candidates. 

Last date to submit application form with late fee

January 2025

Aspirants who are not able to complete their application process as per the shared schedule are given a chance to fill the application form with a late fee of Rs 5,000. Aspirants have to pay the late fee in addition to the applicable application fee through Credit/ Debit Card only.

Download NIFT entrance exam admit card online

January 2025

Candidates can download NIFT admit card from the official website of the exam.

NIFT entrance exam day

February 2025

NIFT entrance exam will be held in different cities across India in offline mode. 

NIFT answer key for GAT

February 2025

NIFT Entrance Exam answer key 2025 will be released on the official website of the exam. Candidates can also check and raise objections against the answer key on the official website.

Declaration of result for NIFT written exam

April 2025

NIFT exam result will be released on the official website for BDes, MDes, BFT,MFT anf MFM courses. Candidates can check NIFT results by providing details such as roll number, the application number and date of birth.

Registration for situation test starts (for BDes programme)

March 2025

NIFT registration 2025 for situation test for BDes programme will commence on the official website.

Admit card for situation test

March/April 2025

NIFT admit card for situation test for BDes admissions will be released on the official website. 

Situation Test for BDes

March/April 2025

NIFT situation test for BDes courses will be held as per the prescribed schedule. 

Interview

April 2025

Personal interview rounds are held in offline mode. 

Final for BFTech  result

May 2025

NIFT final result 2025 for BFTech admissions will be announced on the official website.

Final merit list for MDes, MFTech & MFM May/June 2025 Final result for NIFT PG admissions will be announced as per the prescribed schedule. Candidates can check the NIFT Entrance Exam result on the official website of the design school using login credentials.

Final merit list for BDes

May/June March 2025

Candidates can check the NIFT final merit list on the official website of the design school using login details.

Registration for NIFT counselling

May/June March 2025

Candidates can register on the official website to participate in NIFT Entrance Exam counselling.

NIFT counselling

May/June 2025

The NIFT Entrance Exam counselling will commence as per the prescribed schedule. The counselling is usually held in offline mode. 

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NIFT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The eligibility criteria for NIFT admissions vary from course to course. Candidates need to meet NIFT eligibility criteria 2025 in order to appear for the NIFT entrance exam.

NIFT BDes Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates should have completed their Class 12 from a recognised board with passing marks to be eligible to appear for the NIFT entrance exam 2025. Aspirants should be below 24 years of age for NIFT admission 2025.The upper age limit may be relaxed by 5 (five) years for candidates of Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/ Person with Disability (PWD) categories. 

NIFT BFTech Eligibility Criteria 2025

Aspirants should have completed their Class 12 from a recognised board wherein they have studied subjects such as PhysicsChemistry, and Mathematics. Candidates should have secured passing marks in their Class 12 exam.Aspirants should be below 24 years of age for NIFT admission 2025.The upper age limit may be relaxed by 5 (five) years for candidates of Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/ Person with Disability (PWD) categories. 

NIFT MDes Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates should have completed their undergraduate degree from a recognised institute of the university. There is no age limit criteria for NIFT admission in the MDes course.

NIFT MFTech Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates should have completed their undergraduate degree in  B. F. Tech. From NIFT, OR, B. E/B. Tech. from a recognized Institute/University.There is no age limit criteria for NIFT admission in MFTech course.

NIFT MFM Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates should have completed their undergraduate degree from a recognised institute of the university. There is no age limit criteria for NIFT admission in MFM course.

To go through detailed NIFT eligibility criteria 2025 for BDes, BFTech, MDes, MFM, and MFTech course admissions.

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The NIFT syllabus is designed for fashion designers, technologists, and managers. It includes:

  • Creative Ability Test (CAT): Assesses creativity, observational skills, and artistic talent through sketching and rendering tasks.
  • General Ability Test (GAT): Evaluates quantitative aptitude, communication skills, and general awareness, including:
    • Quantitative Ability: Mathematics skills like addition, fractions, percentages, etc.
    • Communication Ability and English Comprehension: Everyday English proficiency, idioms, phrases, synonyms, etc.
    • Analytical Ability and Logical Ability: Logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
    • General Knowledge and Current Affairs: Awareness of current events.
    • Case Study: Workplace scenarios to assess leadership abilities.

Additional components include the Studio Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview to evaluate practical skills, teamwork, and suitability for the program.

NIFT CAT 2025 Syllabus: Key Topics

Candidates for B.Des and M.Des programs are required to take the Creative Ability Test (CAT). Important topics include:

  • Drawing Fundamentals: Basic drawing skills, memory drawing, natural and geometrical forms
  • Design Theory: Principles of composition, design innovation, elements and principles of design
  • Creative and Visual Skills: Creative thinking and writing, visual logic, optical illusions
  • Color and Light: Color psychology, light and shade, color patterns and textures
  • Theme Development: Developing themes, mood, and color inter-relationships, story pictures
  • 3D Visualization and Presentation: 3D visualization, presentation techniques, design awareness

Essential Guidelines for NIFT Entrance Exam 2025

  1. General Ability Test (GAT): Conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT).
  2. Creative Ability Test (CAT): Conducted as a Paper Based Test (PBT).
  3. Admit Card: Required for entry to the Examination Centre.
  4. Prohibited Items: Mobiles and technical gadgets are not allowed.
  5. Punctuality: Arrive at least 30 minutes before the exam starts.
  6. Studio Test: Held at designated NIFT campuses.
  7. Anonymity: Do not reveal identity on answer sheets to avoid disqualification.
  8. Finality: NIFT's decision on disqualification cases is final, with no appeal allowed.

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Application Start Date :

1st December 2024

Application End Date :

1st January 2025

Exam Date :

5th February 2025

Result Date :

28th April 2025

Conducted By :

National Institute of Fashion Technology

Official Website : https://nift.admissions.nic.in/