NIFTEE 2027: The National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027 is the national-level entrance Examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission into India’s most prestigious fashion education institute, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). Through this examination, aspiring designers and fashion technologists can secure admission to Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and Doctoral (Ph.D.) programs across NIFT campuses in India. For the academic year 2027-28, the NTA has released the official schedule, inviting applications from eligible candidates to pursue careers in Design, Management, and Technology.
NIFTEE 2027 Apply Online for B.Des, B.F.Tech, M.Des Admission
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official Information Bulletin for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027. NIFTEE 2027 is conducted for candidates seeking admission into various Undergraduate (B.Des., B.F.Tech., NLEA) and Postgraduate (M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech.) programmes across 20 NIFT campuses nationwide. Eligible candidates can complete the online application process through the official NTA admission portal.
NIFTEE 2027: Details in brief
| Full Exam Name | National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination |
| Short Name | NIFTEE 2027 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Organizing Institute | National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | CBT (GAT) & PBT (CAT) |
| Exam Date | 10th January 2027 |
| Registration Window | 16 October – 16 November 2026 |
| Exam Cities | Around 100 cities across India |
| Official Websites | exams.nta.nic.in/niftee, nift.ac.in, nta.ac.in |
| Programmes Offered | UG, PG & Ph.D Programs |
NIFTEE 2027: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Opening Date | 16th October 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application (Normal Fee) | 16th November 2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee (Rs. 5,000/-) | 21st November 2026 |
| Online Application Correction Window | 22nd to 25th November 2026 |
| Advance City Intimation Slip | 21st December 2026 |
| Downloading of Admit Cards | 4th January 2027 |
| NIFTEE 2027 Entrance Exam Date | 10th January 2027 |
| Stage 1 Result Declaration | February / March 2027 |
| Situation Test / Studio Test / Interview | March / April 2027 |
| Final Result Declaration | 1st week of May 2027 |
Programs Offered through NIFTEE 2027
NIFT offers admission to diverse design, management, and technology specializations through this entrance examination.
| Programme Level | Degree | Duration | Specializations / Streams |
| Undergraduate (UG) | Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) | 4 Years | Fashion Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Communication, Knitwear Design, Leather Design, Textile Design, Fashion Interiors |
| Undergraduate (UG) | Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech.) | 4 Years | Apparel Production |
| Postgraduate (PG) | Master of Design (M.Des.) | 2 Years | Design Studies |
| Postgraduate (PG) | Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M.) | 2 Years | Fashion Management |
| Postgraduate (PG) | Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech.) | 2 Years | Apparel Technology |
Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria |
| Bachelor of Design (B.Des) | • Passed the +2 level examination in the 10+2 pattern from any recognized Central/State Board (e.g., CBSE, ICSE, State Boards). • OR A pass grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects. • OR 3 or 4-years diploma recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education. • OR Any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or abroad 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). |
| Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech) | • Passed the +2 level examination in the 10+2 pattern from any recognized Central/State Board with Physics and Mathematics. • OR A pass grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects with Physics and Mathematics. • OR 3 or 4-years diploma in any branch of Engineering recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education. • OR Any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or abroad recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to the 10+2 system with Mathematics. • OR General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/Cambridge/Sri Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level with Mathematics/International Baccalaureate (IB). |
| Master of Design (M.Des) | • 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. |
| Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M) | • 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. |
| Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech) | • 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. • OR B.F.Tech (4 years) from any Institute/University recognized by law in India. |
| Ph.D. | • Master’s degree in relevant area (Design, Management, or Technology) with CGPA of 6.0 (5.5 for SC/ST) or 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). • OR Master’s Degree in a non-relevant discipline with 10 years of professional experience (teaching/working) in the proposed area of research. • OR Bachelor’s degree in relevant area with CGPA of 8.0 (7.5 for SC/ST) or 75% marks (70% for SC/ST). |
Note: Category-wise relaxation, subject combinations and document requirements apply as per official norms.
Application Fee
| Category | Single Programme (B.Des. / B.F.Tech. / M.Des. / M.F.M. / M.F.Tech.) | Two Programmes (B.F.Tech. & B.Des. / M.F.M. & M.Des.) |
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 2,000/- | Rs. 3,000/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 750/- |
| NRI / Foreign National / OCI | Rs. 11,100/- | — |
Fees can be remitted online using Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking.
Age Limit
For UG Programmes (B.Des & B.F.Tech): The candidate must be less than 24 years of age as of 1st August of the year of admission. A relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
For PG Programmes (M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech) & Ph.D.: There is No Age Limit.
Scheme of Examination
NIFTEE consists of multiple stages depending on the programme:
1. GAT – General Ability Test (CBT Mode)
Assesses:
- Quantitative Ability
- Analytical & Logical Ability
- Communication Ability
- General Knowledge
- English Comprehension
2. CAT – Creative Ability Test (Paper Based)
Evaluates:
- Creative thinking
- Illustration skills
- Design sensitivity
3. Situation/Studio Test / Personal Interview
Applicable for shortlisted candidates for specific programmes.
Exam Structure
1. Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
Components: GAT + CAT + Situation Test
Weightage: GAT (30%) + CAT (50%) + Situation Test (20%).
Duration: GAT (2 hours) + CAT (3 hours).
2. Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech)
Components: GAT (Section A & B)
Weightage: GAT Section A (30%) + GAT Section B (70%).
Duration: 3 hours (10:00 AM to 01:00 PM).
3. Master of Design (M.Des)
Components: GAT + CAT + Personal Interview
Weightage: GAT (30%) + CAT (40%) + Interview (30%).
4. Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M)
Components: GAT + Personal Interview
Weightage: GAT (70%) + Interview (30%).
Exam Timing Schedule (Tentative)
| Programme | Paper | Time |
| B.Des | GAT (CBT) CAT (PBT) | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
| B.F.Tech | GAT (CBT) | 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
| M.Des | GAT (CBT) CAT (PBT) | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
| M.F.M / M.F.Tech | GAT (CBT) | 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
Exam Cities
NIFTEE 2027 will be conducted in approximately 100 cities across India.
Some major cities include:
Metros: Delhi NCR, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad.
Other Cities: Ahmedabad, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Chandigarh, Kochi, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Ranchi, Raipur, Dehradun, and many more.
Candidates may select their preferred exam city during the online application process.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NTA NIFTEE registration portal at https://exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/.
- Register for the online form via the MeriPehchaan portal or by creating a fresh application account with your personal details, email ID, and mobile number.
- Note down the system-generated Application Number and password for subsequent logins.
- Log in to fill out personal details, academic qualifications, programme selection, and choice of 4 examination cities.
- Capture a live photograph against a white/light-colored background and upload scanned images of your passport photograph (10 kb–200 kb), signature (10 kb–50 kb), and category/disability certificates (if applicable).
- Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Verify all details and download the final Confirmation Page for documentation and admit card release.
Official Links
- NTA NIFTEE Portal: https://exams.nta.nic.in/niftee
- NIFT Official Website: https://nift.ac.in
- NTA Website: https://nta.ac.in
- Click here for Registration for Admissions -2027
- Instruction Booklet – NIFT Admissions -2027 – Hindi/English
About NIFT
- The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) is India’s leading institute for fashion, design, technology, and management education. Established in 1986, NIFT has grown into a network of campuses across India, offering world-class academic programmes and industry exposure. It continues to shape the future of fashion professionals and innovators through its rigorous curriculum and world-class facilities.
