The NIFT Exam 2024 is the National Institute of Fashion Technology’s entrance examination for admission to various design and fashion programs. It serves as a gateway for aspirants looking to pursue creative careers in fashion and design. The exam evaluates candidates’ creative and analytical abilities, assessing their aptitude for design, communication, and critical thinking. With a focus on design innovation and industry-relevant skills, NIFT Exam offers opportunities for students to join the dynamic fashion and design sector. Aspiring designers and fashion enthusiasts can showcase their talents, learn from industry experts, and embark on a journey of creativity and expression.
The NIFT Exam evaluates candidates on multiple levels, including their creative aptitude, design thinking, and problem-solving skills. It assesses their ability to conceptualize and communicate design ideas effectively. The exam format may include components like the Creative Ability Test (CAT), General Ability Test (GAT), Situation Test, and Group Discussion/Personal Interview rounds, depending on the program applied for.
Successful candidates gain admission to NIFT’s campuses across India, which are known for their state-of-the-art infrastructure, industry collaborations, and experienced faculty. NIFT provides an environment that nurtures creativity, encourages experimentation, and fosters the development of design skills that are relevant to the rapidly evolving fashion industry.
Highlights
| Particulars | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NIFT |
| Conducting Body | National Institute of Fashion Technology |
| Frequency of exam | Once every year |
| Mode of exam | GAT paper is conducted online, while CAT paper is held offline. |
| Courses offered | B.Des, M.Des, M.F.M, B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech |
| Application fee | INR 3,000 |
| Participating NIFTs | 18 |
| Combined seat intake | 5,215 seats |
Application Form
The will be released around the 1st week of November 2024. The admission notification and information brochure will also be released at around the same time and contain information on eligibility criteria, step-wise application process, seat matrix, and admission process.
Note that if you fail to meet the eligibility criteria, you may be disqualified at any stage of the admission process. So, apply for the exam only if you meet the prescribed criteria.
The step-wise process to fill out the online application form for NIFT 2024 is given below
How to apply for NIFT 2024
- Go to the NIFT admission portal
- Click on the registration link
- In the registration form that opens, enter your name, email id, phone number, and other relevant details.
- On registration, an applicant account will be created
- Log in to fill out the rest of the form, including personal, contact, and academic details.
- Upload documents
- Finally, pay the application fee to complete the process.
Document checklist
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Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the design courses offered by the participating institute of NIFT 2024, the candidate needs to meet the program-specific eligibility criteria.
| Program | B.Des |
| Age | The candidate should be less than 24 years as of 1st August of the admission year. Relaxation: There is a relaxation of five years in the upper age limit for candidates belonging to reserved categories. |
| Academic Eligibility | Students should have passed the 10+2 exam from any recognized Central/ State Board of Secondary Examination, such as Central Board of Secondary Education / State Board New Delhi, and Council for Indian School of Certificate Examination, New Delhi. OR Students should have cleared the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects. OR Candidates should have obtained a 3 or 4-year diploma recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education. OR Any Public School/ Board/ University Examination in India or in foreign countries recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to a 10+2 system OR General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/ Cambridge/ Sri-Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level/ International Baccalaureate |
Eligibility Criteria - B.F.Tech
| Parameter | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Maximum age should be less than 24 years as of 1st August of the year of admission. The upper age limit may be relaxed by a period of 5 (five) years for candidates of Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/ Person with Disability (PWD) categories |
| Academic qualification | The candidate must have passed the 10+2 exam Or, A passing grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects. Or, Any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or in foreign countries recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to the 10+2 system. Or, General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/Cambridge/Sri-Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level/ International Baccalaureate (IB). |
Eligibility Criteria 2024 - Master's Courses
| Parameter | M.Des and M.F.M courses | M.F.Tech. course |
|---|---|---|
| Age limit | There is no age bar. | There is no age bar. |
| Academic Qualification | Undergraduate Degree in any discipline from any Institute / University recognized by law in India or Undergraduate Diploma of minimum three years duration from NIFT / NID. | B.F.Tech. from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) or B.E / B.Tech. from any Institute / University recognized by law in India. |
Syllabus
The NIFT Exam 2024 is conducted in TWO stages.
- Written exams, which comprise the GAT and CAT
- Situation Test/ Personal Interview. Candidates will be shortlisted for the 2nd stage based on their performance in the written exams.
| NIFT 2024 Syllabus for Written Exams | |
|---|---|
| GAT | CAT |
| The test is administered to evaluate the intuitive ability, power of observation concept development, and design ability of the candidate. The candidate is not allowed to reveal his or her identity by marking the answer sheet. Note: Only B.Des and M.Des candidates need to take the CAT written exam. |
Exam Pattern
The NIFT Exam2024 is conducted in TWO stages.
- The candidate first appears in a WRITTEN exam, and if shortlisted has to next appear in a SITUATION TEST / PI.
- The written exams comprise the CAT and GAT and will be held tentatively in the 1st week of February 2024.
| Program | B.Des | M.Des |
|---|---|---|
| Paper | GAT | GAT |
| Mode of exam | Computer-based Test | Computer-based Test |
| Language | English/ Hindi | English/ Hindi |
| Test Duration | 120 minutes | 120 minutes |
| Sections | Number of Questions | Number of Questions |
| Communication Ability | 25 | 30` |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 30 |
| Quantitative Ability | 20 | 20 |
| Analytical Ability | 15 | 25 |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 15 | 15 |
| TOTAL | 100 | 120 |
| Negative marking | For an incorrect attempt, 25% of marks will be deducted. | For an incorrect attempt, 25% of marks will be deducted. |
| Program | B.F.Tech | M.F.Tech | MFM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper | GAT | GAT | GAT |
| Language of written test | English/Hindi | English/Hindi | English/Hindi |
| Duration | 180 minutes | 180 minutes | 180 minutes |
| Sections | Number of questions | Number of questions | Number of questions |
| Communication Ability & English Comprehension | 45 | 45 | 50 |
| Case Study | 25 | 25 | 40 |
| Quantitative Ability | 30 | 30 | 10 |
| Analytical & Logical Ability | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge And Current Affairs | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Negative Marking | For an incorrect attempt, 25% of marks will be deducted. | ||
FAQs
The NIFT Exam is the entrance examination conducted by the National Institute of Fashion Technology for admission into various undergraduate and postgraduate fashion and design programs offered by NIFT campuses across India.
The NIFT Exam is typically conducted in the month of January or February each year for admissions in the same year.
NIFT offers a range of programs, including Bachelor of Design (B.Des.), Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech.), Master of Design (M.Des.), Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M.), and Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech.).
The eligibility criteria vary based on the program. For B.Des. and B.F.Tech., candidates must have passed 10+2. For M.Des., M.F.M., and M.F.Tech., a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field is required.
