The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) 2026 final answer key for the Stage 1 NIFT Entrance Exam is expected to be released in April 2026, likely in the third week along with the Stage 1 result. This final version will incorporate all valid objections submitted against the provisional answer key and is used as the official reference for result preparation
NIFT 2026 Answer Key Timeline: Provisional to Final Stage
Below is the timetable linking key answer key events for NIFT 2026:
The provisional answer key was made available earlier in February 2026 to let candidates estimate performance and raise challenges, while the final answer key is expected when the results are published.
How to Download the NIFT 2026 Final Answer Key?
Once released, candidates can follow these steps to download the NIFT 2026 final answer key:
- Visit the official NIFT admissions portal at the National Testing Agency’s website.
- Click the link for NIFT 2026 Final Answer Key / Result.
- Enter your Application ID and Password to log in.
- The final answer key PDF will appear on the screen.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
The final key PDF contains answers that have been verified after considering all justified objections submitted during the provisional key challenge window.
What Changes Usually Happen Between Provisional and Final Keys?
The provisional answer key may contain answers that candidates believe to be incorrect or ambiguous, which can be challenged within a short objection period. After the objection window closes:
- NTA reviews all submitted objections and supporting evidence.
- Valid objections lead to revision of certain answer entries in the final key.
- Some questions may be dropped entirely if found flawed.
- The final answer key includes only the corrected and validated answers.
Unlike the provisional key, candidates cannot challenge the final answer key — it is considered the official set of correct answers for result computation.
Importance of NIFT Final Answer Key for Results
The final answer key for NIFT 2026 is crucial as it serves as the basis for score calculation and result declaration. Raw scores are computed based on responses aligned with the final key, and the result will reflect candidates’ performance in the General Ability Test (GAT) portion of the exam. To stay updated, candidates should regularly check the official NTA / NIFT admissions portal for the exact release date and link to download the final answer key and subsequent results.