The National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), has opened applications for the NIFT Entrance Exam (NIFTEE) 2027 for admission to B.Des., B.F.Tech., M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech., Lateral Entry (NLEA), the Artisan category and Ph.D. for the 2027–28 session. Apply online at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee from 16 October to 16 November 2026. The entrance exam is on 10 January 2027.
The exam is held in about 100 cities, including Dehradun, Haldwani and Roorkee in Uttarakhand. The General Ability Test (GAT) is computer-based and the Creative Ability Test (CAT) is pen-and-paper. All details below are from the NTA public notice and the NIFTEE 2027 Information Bulletin dated 16 October 2026.
NIFTEE 2027 — Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|
| Exam | NIFT Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027 |
| Conducting body | National Testing Agency, for NIFT (Ministry of Textiles) |
| Programmes | B.Des., B.F.Tech., M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech., NLEA, Artisan (B.Des.), Ph.D. |
| Apply online | 16 October – 16 November 2026 (late fee till 21 November) |
| Exam date | 10 January 2027 |
| Mode | GAT — CBT; CAT — Pen and Paper |
| Fee | ₹2,000 (General/EWS/OBC-NCL); ₹500 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Official websites | exams.nta.nic.in/niftee, nift.ac.in |
Important Dates (UG, PG and NLEA)
| Activity | Date |
|---|
| Online application starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date (normal fee) | 16 November 2026 |
| Last date with late fee of ₹5,000 (extra) | 21 November 2026 |
| Correction window | 22 – 25 November 2026 |
| Advance city intimation slip | 21 December 2026 |
| Admit card | 4 January 2027 |
| Entrance exam (GAT and CAT) | 10 January 2027 |
| Stage 1 result | February / March 2027 |
| Situation Test / Studio Test / Interview | March / April 2027 |
| Final result | 1st week of May 2027 |
| Seat allocation (by NIFT) | May / June 2027 |
Artisan category (B.Des.) and Ph.D.: registration is open until 31 January 2027, with corrections from 1 to 4 February 2027. NRI / Foreign National / OCI / SAARC: registration until 31 March 2027. Dates after the exam are tentative.
Courses Offered
| Programme | Specialisations / notes |
|---|
| B.Des. (4 years) | Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Accessory Design, Knitwear Design, Leather Design, Textile Design, Fashion Interiors |
| B.F.Tech. (4 years) | Apparel Production |
| Master's (2 years) | M.Des., M.F.M. (Fashion Management), M.F.Tech. |
| Other | Lateral Entry (NLEA) for B.Des. and B.F.Tech., Artisan category (B.Des.), Ph.D. |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
| Programme | Qualification |
|---|
| B.Des. | 10+2 from a recognised board (any stream), or NIOS senior secondary with five subjects, or a 3/4-year AICTE or state board diploma after Class 10, or an equivalent qualification |
| B.F.Tech. | 10+2 with Mathematics, or NIOS with Mathematics, or a 3/4-year engineering diploma recognised by AICTE or a state board |
| M.Des., M.F.M. | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or a 3-year undergraduate diploma from NIFT/NID |
| M.F.Tech. | B.F.Tech. from NIFT, or B.E./B.Tech., or a 4-year B.F.Tech. from a recognised institute |
| B.Des. Artisan | 10+2 (or equivalent) and a valid Artisan Card of self or parent, issued by the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts or Handlooms) |
| NLEA | Class 10 and a 3/4-year diploma in a related field (fashion, apparel, textile and similar), as listed in the bulletin |
Candidates appearing in their qualifying exam should check the NIFT Admissions Guidelines 2027 for the exact conditions.
Age Limit
- B.Des. and B.F.Tech.: below 24 years as on 1 August 2027, with 5 years relaxation for SC, ST and PwD/PwBD candidates.
- M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech. and Ph.D.: no age limit (Ph.D. under the NTF criteria: up to 30 years).
Application Fee
| Category | One programme | Two programmes (B.F.Tech. + B.Des. or M.F.M. + M.Des.) |
|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD | ₹500 | ₹750 |
| NRI / Foreign National / OCI / PIO / SAARC | ₹11,100 | — |
Pay online by debit/credit card, UPI or net banking. One application form covers both programmes if you choose two.
Exam Pattern and Selection
| Programme | Tests | Time | Questions |
|---|
| B.Des. | GAT Section A (CBT) + CAT (pen and paper) | 120 + 180 min | 100 + 3 |
| B.F.Tech. | GAT Section A + Section B (CBT) | 120 + 60 min | 100 + 50 |
| B.F.Tech. and B.Des. | GAT Sections A and B + CAT | 180 + 180 min | 150 + 3 |
- GAT questions carry 1 mark each, and 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- The paper is bilingual (Hindi and English); the English version is final in case of doubt.
- B.Des. candidates shortlisted on GAT + CAT take a Situation Test. PG candidates take a Personal Interview.
Weightage in Final Merit
| Programme | Weightage |
|---|
| B.Des. | GAT 30% + CAT 50% + Situation Test 20% |
| B.F.Tech. | GAT Section A 30% + Section B 70% |
| M.Des. | GAT (Section A) 30% + CAT 40% + Interview 30% |
| M.F.M. | GAT (Sections A and B) 70% + Interview 30% |
| M.F.Tech. | GAT 70% + Interview 30% |
How to Apply
- Visit exams.nta.nic.in/niftee and register with your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the form and choose your programme(s) and exam city — Uttarakhand candidates can choose Dehradun, Haldwani or Roorkee.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature and other documents in the size given. PwD candidates must upload a valid UDID card. Aadhaar-based e-KYC and a live photo may be asked.
- Pay the fee and print the confirmation page. Apply before 16 November to avoid the ₹5,000 late fee.
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