NIFT Entrance: syllabus, exam pattern & eligibility
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE). Admission to NIFT's 20 campuses: B.Des (Accessory, Fashion Communication, Fashion Design, Fashion Interiors, Knitwear, Leather, Textile Design), B.FTech (Apparel Production), M.Des, MFM, M.FTech and Ph.D.; plus NLEA lateral entry and B.Des Artisan category.
- Category
- Design
- Conducted by
- National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Ministry of Textiles
- Level
- UG entrance
- Frequency
- Once a year
- Mode
- Hybrid
- Languages
- English, Hindi
- Application fee
- NIFTEE 2026: ₹2,000 Open/EWS/OBC-NCL (one programme), ₹3,000 for two programmes (B.FTech + B.Des, or MFM + M.Des); ₹500 SC/ST/PwD (one), ₹750 (two); NRI/foreign/OCI/PIO/SAARC ₹11,100. Late fee ₹5,000 extra.
Eligibility
- Education: B.Des: passed 10+2 (any stream) from a recognised board / NIOS (5 subjects) / 3-4 yr AICTE or State Board diploma after Class 10 / AIU-recognised equivalent / GCE A-level or IB. B.FTech: same but with Mathematics (diploma must be in engineering). Candidates appearing in 10+2 may apply.
- Age: B.Des and B.FTech: below 24 years as on 1 August of the year of admission; relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST/PwD. No age limit for M.Des/MFM/M.FTech/Ph.D.
- Nationality: Indian candidates via NIFTEE; NRI/foreign/OCI/PIO/SAARC candidates admitted separately on SAT (UG) / GMAT-GRE (PG) scores on supernumerary seats
Exam pattern
GAT – B.Des (Section A)
120 min · 100 questions · 100 marks
- Communication Ability and English Comprehension: 40 questions, 40 marks
- Quantitative Ability: 20 questions, 20 marks
- Analytical & Logical Ability: 15 questions, 15 marks
- General Knowledge and Current Affairs: 25 questions, 25 marks
GAT – B.FTech (Section A + Section B)
180 min · 150 questions · 150 marks
- Section A: Communication Ability and English Comprehension: 40 questions, 40 marks
- Section A: Quantitative Ability: 20 questions, 20 marks
- Section A: Analytical & Logical Ability: 15 questions, 15 marks
- Section A: General Knowledge and Current Affairs: 25 questions, 25 marks
- Section B: Quantitative Ability: 15 questions, 15 marks
- Section B: Analytical & Logical Ability: 15 questions, 15 marks
- Section B: Case Study: 20 questions, 20 marks
CAT – Creative Ability Test (B.Des)
180 min · 3 questions
Situation Test (B.Des, Stage 2)
Syllabus
Quantitative Ability
Arithmetic
Communication Ability and English Comprehension
English usage
Analytical and Logical Ability
Reasoning
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
GK
Case Study (B.FTech Section B)
Case study
CAT (B.Des)
Creative ability
Important dates (2026)
- Application opens: 2025-12-08
- Application closes (bulletin date): 2026-01-06
- Application closes (extended, without late fee): 2026-01-16
- Exam (Stage 1: GAT + CAT): 2026-02-08
- Provisional GAT answer key + challenges: 2026-02-17
- Stage 1 result: 2026-03-20
- Final GAT answer keys published: 2026-03-23
- Stage 2 (Situation Test) for UG: 2026-04-26
- Final result: 2026-06-02
Selection process
B.Des: GAT + CAT in Stage 1, shortlist (1:4 in 2026) to the Situation Test; final CMR on GAT 30% / CAT 50% / Situation Test 20%. B.FTech: GAT (Sections A + B) only, no Stage 2. Seat allocation and counselling are done by NIFT.
Practice NIFT Entrance on Prep Vault
Practice for NIFT Entrance is coming soon. Browse all exams we cover.
Pricing
Unlock NIFT Entrance for ₹99 (one exam), ₹149 for two exams or ₹199 for four exams. One-time payment in INR, with lifetime access for as long as Prep Vault is operated. Every exam has a free preview and a 7-day free trial, so you can try it before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
What is NIFT Entrance?
NIFT Entrance stands for National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE). Admission to NIFT's 20 campuses: B.Des (Accessory, Fashion Communication, Fashion Design, Fashion Interiors, Knitwear, Leather, Textile Design), B.FTech (Apparel Production), M.Des, MFM, M.FTech and Ph.D.; plus NLEA lateral entry and B.Des Artisan category. It is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Ministry of Textiles. Level: UG entrance.
Who is eligible for NIFT Entrance?
Education: B.Des: passed 10+2 (any stream) from a recognised board / NIOS (5 subjects) / 3-4 yr AICTE or State Board diploma after Class 10 / AIU-recognised equivalent / GCE A-level or IB. B.FTech: same but with Mathematics (diploma must be in engineering). Candidates appearing in 10+2 may apply. Age limit: B.Des and B.FTech: below 24 years as on 1 August of the year of admission; relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST/PwD. No age limit for M.Des/MFM/M.FTech/Ph.D. Nationality: Indian candidates via NIFTEE; NRI/foreign/OCI/PIO/SAARC candidates admitted separately on SAT (UG) / GMAT-GRE (PG) scores on supernumerary seats.
What is the exam pattern of NIFT Entrance?
GAT – B.Des (Section A): 120 minutes, 100 questions, 100 marks. GAT – B.FTech (Section A + Section B): 180 minutes, 150 questions, 150 marks. CAT – Creative Ability Test (B.Des): 180 minutes, 3 questions. Mode: Hybrid.
How often is NIFT Entrance held?
Once a year.
When is NIFT Entrance held?
2026 cycle: Application opens 2025-12-08; Application closes (bulletin date) 2026-01-06; Application closes (extended, without late fee) 2026-01-16; Exam (Stage 1: GAT + CAT) 2026-02-08; Provisional GAT answer key + challenges 2026-02-17; Stage 1 result 2026-03-20.
How are candidates selected through NIFT Entrance?
B.Des: GAT + CAT in Stage 1, shortlist (1:4 in 2026) to the Situation Test; final CMR on GAT 30% / CAT 50% / Situation Test 20%. B.FTech: GAT (Sections A + B) only, no Stage 2. Seat allocation and counselling are done by NIFT.
What is the application fee for NIFT Entrance?
NIFTEE 2026: ₹2,000 Open/EWS/OBC-NCL (one programme), ₹3,000 for two programmes (B.FTech + B.Des, or MFM + M.Des); ₹500 SC/ST/PwD (one), ₹750 (two); NRI/foreign/OCI/PIO/SAARC ₹11,100. Late fee ₹5,000 extra.
Compiled from public sources, last checked 2026-09-25. Dates, fees and rules change, so confirm with the official website before you apply.