The NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 notification is expected to be released shortly by the conducting authority. The examination is held annually for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate design programmes offered at various NIFT campuses across India. Once the official brochure is published, details related to registration dates, exam schedule, eligibility criteria, syllabus, and exam pattern will be released simultaneously. Candidates planning to apply are advised to review the eligibility norms in advance and keep required academic documents ready for the application process.
Courses Offered Through NIFT Entrance Exam 2026
The National Institute of Fashion Technology conducts the entrance examination for the following programmes:
- Bachelor of Design (BDes)
- Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech)
- Master of Design (MDes)
- Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech)
- Master of Fashion Management (MFM)
Admissions to all these programmes are strictly based on performance in the national-level entrance test followed by further selection rounds.
NIFT 2026 Exam Pattern and Selection Process
The NIFT entrance examination is conducted in two stages. The first stage consists of the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and the General Ability Test (GAT). CAT evaluates creativity, drawing skills, visualisation, and design aptitude, while GAT assesses quantitative ability, English comprehension, general awareness, and logical reasoning. Candidates shortlisted after CAT and GAT are called for Situation Test, Group Discussion, or Personal Interview, depending on the programme applied for. Final merit is prepared based on combined performance across all stages.
NIFT 2026 Syllabus and Question Paper Structure
The official NIFT 2026 syllabus PDF will be released along with the notification. However, based on previous years, the CAT section mainly focuses on:
- Creative thinking
- Drawing ability
- Visual composition
- Innovation and originality
The GAT section generally includes:
- Quantitative aptitude
- Communication ability and English comprehension
- General knowledge
- Analytical and logical reasoning
Candidates are advised to practice previous year NIFT question papers to understand the difficulty level and paper structure.
NIFT 2026 Eligibility Criteria Overview
For undergraduate programmes, applicants must have passed Class Twelve or equivalent from a recognised board. For postgraduate admissions, candidates must possess a relevant bachelor’s degree as per programme-specific requirements. Detailed age limits and qualification norms will be confirmed in the notification brochure.
NIFT 2026 Exam Date, Result and Counselling Timeline
As per recent exam trends, the NIFT entrance test is usually conducted in the month of February. The NIFT 2026 Result is expected in May 2026, followed by the centralised counselling process conducted in both online and offline modes for seat allotment. The counselling process includes document verification, campus preference filling, and final seat confirmation across NIFT campuses. The release of the NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 notification is now highly anticipated by aspirants seeking admission to one of the country’s leading institutes in fashion and design education. Continuous updates on registration timelines, exam dates, and syllabus changes will be issued once the brochure is officially published.
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