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| Parameters | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) |
| No. of sessions | 2 |
| NIFT 2025 Exam timings | - |
| NIFT 2025 Exam fee | General/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Open-EWS: ₹3000 (non-refundable). SC/ST/PWD: ₹1500 (non-refundable). For Both B.Des and B.F.Tech: General/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Open-EWS: ₹4500 (₹3000 + ₹1500). SC/ST/PWD: ₹2250 (₹1500 + ₹750). |
| No. of test takers | - |
| Mode of examination | Computer-based test mode |
| Scores validity | The NIFT entrance exam is valid for admission to 18 NIFT colleges across India, including NIFT Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, and Chennai. |
| Conducting Institute for NIFT exam 2025 | - |
| NIFT exam website | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 5th December, 2024 (tentative) | Online registration begins |
| 3rd January, 2025 (tentative) | Last date for UG/PG registration |
| 4th-8th January, 2025 (tentative) | Late registration with fee |
| 10th-12th January, 2025 (tentative) | Edit/update application window |
| 3rd week of January, 2025 (tentative) | Admit card release (online) |
| 5th February, 2025 (tentative) | CBT Entrance Exam for UG & PG |
| 3rd week of February, 2025 (tentative) | Question paper and answer key availability |
| March, 2025 (tentative) | Entrance exam results |
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Visit the official NIFT website at nift.ac.in.
Click on the registration link for the NIFT Entrance Exam.
Fill in your personal and academic details.
Upload required documents (photo and signature).
Pay the application fee online using a credit/debit card or net banking.
Submit your application and print a copy for your records.
Pay the JEE Main fees 2025 through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
| City/State/ Union Territory | City/State/ Union Territory | City/State/ Union Territory |
|---|---|---|
| Kurnool | Raipur | Mysuru (Mysore) |
| Vijayawada | Silvassa | Ernakulam |
| Visakhapatnam | Delhi NCR | Kannur |
| Itanagar/Naharlagun | Panaji/Madgaon | Kozhikode |
| Guwahati | Ahmedabad | Leh |
| Muzaffarpur | Rajkot | Bhopal |
| Patna | Surat | Jabalpur |
| Chandigarh/Mohali | Vadodara | Mumbai |
| Bilaspur CG | Hamirpur | Nagpur |
| Jammu | Ranchi | Pune |
| Srinagar | Bengaluru | Thane |
| Dhanbad | Shillong | Berhampur-Ganjam |
| Hyderabad | Dimapur | Bhubaneswar |
| Bathinda | Jalandhar | Patiala |
| Jaipur | Jodhpur | Udaipur |
| Gangtok | Chennai | Coimbatore |
| Madurai | Agartala | Kanpur |
| Lucknow | Meerut | Varanasi |
| Dehradun | Haldwani | Kolkata |
| Imphal | Aizawl | Ambala |
| Topic | No of Questions | Level of difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability | 20 | Moderate |
| Communication Ability & English Comprehension | 25 | Easy to Moderate |
| Analytical Ability & Logical Ability | 20 | Moderate to Difficult |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 15 | Moderate |
| Case Study | 10 | Moderate |
| Creative Ability Test | N/A | N/A |
| Intuitive Ability | 1 | Moderate |
| Creative Ability | 1 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Situation Test | N/A | N/A |
| Model Creation | 1 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Books | Books |
|---|---|
| NIFT/NID/IIFT Entrance Exam Guide by D. Mittal | NIFT Entrance Exam Preparation Guide by Arihant Experts |
| NIFT/NID/IIFT 2024 Entrance Exam Guide by R. Gupta | Concept of Pattern Making & Draping by Lori A. Knowles |
| NIFT/NID/IIFT 13 Years Solved Papers by Disha Experts | NIFT Exam - Self Study Guide by Surendra Kavimandan |
| NIFT Entrance Exam Complete Success Package by Arihant Experts | Popular Master Guide NIFT by R. Gupta |
| Guide to NIFT/NID for Group A & B Entrance Exam by S. Poonam Singh | Practical Pattern Making by Sylvia Rosen |
| NIFT Entrance Exam - The Complete Guide by D. Mittal | NIFT/NID/IIFT 5 Mock Tests by R. Gupta |
Exam Pattern Overview: Total Questions: 100 for B.Des, 120 for M.Des. Total Marks: 100 marks for each component (GAT and CAT)
Exam Mode: GAT: Computer-Based Test (CBT), CAT: Paper-Based Test (PBT)
Duration: GAT: 2 hours, CAT: 3 hours
Language: Available in English and Hindi. Negative Marking: Yes, 25% of marks deducted for each incorrect answer in GAT
Components: General Ability Test (GAT): Mandatory for all courses. Creative Ability Test (CAT): Required for B.Des and M.Des
| Colleges | City |
|---|---|
| NIFT Delhi | New Delhi |
| NIFT Mumbai | Mumbai |
| NIFT Bengaluru | Bengaluru |
| NIFT Chennai | Chennai |
| NIFT Kolkata | Kolkata |
| NIFT Bhopal | Bhopal |
| NIFT Gandhinagar | Gandhinagar |
| NIFT Patna | Patna |
| NIFT Raebareli | Raebareli |
| NIFT Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar |
| NIFT Panchkula | Panchkula |
| NIFT Srinagar | Srinagar |
| NIFT Shillong | Shillong |
| NIFT Daman | Daman |
The NIFT entrance exam follows a reservation policy to provide equal opportunities for candidates from various backgrounds. Here are the key points regarding reservations in NIFT admissions
SC: 15%
ST: 7.5%
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 27%
GEN-EWS: 10%
Person with Disability (PwD): 5%
The question papers from past years' NIFT entrance exam can help you a lot in understanding the pattern, types of questions, and how hard the exam might be. By practicing these papers, you will get a better grasp of the topics and feel more confident in handling any tough parts in the exam.
Check the question papers from here.
Check the question papers from here.
You can find mock tests for NIFT exams here. Taking mock tests is an excellent way to prepare for these exams, as it helps you understand the exam format, manage your time, and identify areas where you need improvement.
Mock Tests I
Mock Tests II
Mock Tests III
The NIFT answer key for the 2025 entrance exam will be released tentatively in the third week of February 2025 on the NIFT NTA admission portal, allowing candidates to check official answers for the General Ability Test (GAT).
| College/ Posts/ Academy | Cut off for general category |
|---|---|
| NIFT Kannur | 590 |
| NIFT Patna | 560 |
| NIFT Bhubaneswar | 530 |
| NIFT Kangra | 520 |
| NIFT Jodhpur | 467 |
| NIFT Chennai | 325 |
| NIFT Kolkata | 301 |
| NIFT Hyderabad | 255 |
| NIFT Gandhinagar | 240 |
| NIFT Mumbai | 145 |
| NIFT Bengaluru | 134 |
| NIFT Delhi | 64 |
You should know the syllabus and types of questions asked in the exam. You should use good books and resources to study effectively. You should make a timetable to cover all subjects and stick to it. You should solve sample papers and previous year questions to get familiar with the exam format. You should simulate exam conditions to improve your time management and reduce anxiety.
You should sketch and design regularly to enhance your creative skills for the CAT. You should keep your study materials and notes well-organised for easy access. You should give yourself short breaks during study sessions to refresh your mind. You should ensure you get 6-7 hours of sleep each night to stay alert and focused. By following these tips, you can prepare effectively for the NIFT entrance exam and increase your chances of success.
