The National Testing Agency (NTA) is anticipated to release the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) 2026 Stage 1 admit card on 4 February 2026, ahead of the design entrance test scheduled for 8 February 2026. The admit card will be available for candidates who have successfully completed the registration process for NIFT 2026.
NIFT 2026 Entrance Schedule and Admit Card Timeline
The NIFT 2026 entrance exam, also known as NIFTEE 2026, is expected to be conducted by the NTA on 8 February 2026 for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes including B.Des, B.F.Tech, M.Des, M.F.Tech and MFM. Before the admit card release, the board has already issued the city intimation slip on 29 January 2026, helping candidates plan their travel ahead of the exam. The admit card is expected to be published about 3–4 days before the exam, closely following last year’s pattern. This document will serve as the essential hall ticket to enter the examination hall.
How to Download the NIFT 2026 Admit Card?
Once released, candidates will be able to download the NIFT 2026 hall ticket online by following these steps:
- Visit the official NTA NIFT portal at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee.
- Click on the NIFT 2026 admit card link visible on the homepage.
- Enter your Application ID and Password to log in.
- Review the displayed admit card details and click Download.
- Save the PDF and print a copy for exam day.
Candidates should ensure that all information such as name, roll number, exam centre, reporting time and instructions is correct. Any discrepancy should be reported to the NTA helpdesk before the exam.
Important Points for Exam Day
On the day of the NIFT 2026 entrance exam, candidates must carry:
- Printed NIFT 2026 admit card
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- Other items as specified in the admit card instructions
Without a valid hall ticket and ID, entry to the examination centre will not be permitted. The release of the NIFT 2026 admit card will be a crucial step in the examination cycle, enabling aspirants to confirm exam logistics and reporting details ahead of the 8 February 2026 test.