NIFT

Design

Bachelor of Design
Master of Design

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 Physics, Chemistry, 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.

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.