NIFT 2022 seat allotment for Round III is available in the candidate's login ID from Jun 30, 2022, from 10:00 PM onwards. Candidates who have been allotted seats may download their allotment letter from their portal and complete the further process of admission.
NIFT 2022 counselling schedule has been revised. The allotment of seats is based on the NIFT 2022 merit rank of the candidate and options selected by the candidate during counseling registration.
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) is one of the premier fashion institutes in India. Many great designers like Sabyasachi, Manish Malhotra, Rohit Bal, and others have graduated from NIFT. Read this article to know all about NIFT exam and how to pursue the career of dreams.
Latest Updates on NIFT
- Jun 30, 2022: NIFT 2022 seat allotment for Round III is available from Jun 30, 2022, and Counselling schedule revised. Read More
- Jun 24, 2022: NIFT has notified that candidates can revise their preferences for academic programs from Jun 24, 2022, till Jun 26, 2022, before NIFT 2022 Counselling Round 3. Read More
- Jun 21, 2022: NIFT 2022 round II seat allotment result for non-PwD candidates has been declared on Jun 21, 2022. Read More
- Jun 20, 2022: NIFT 2022 round II seat allotment results is expected to be declared on Jun 20, 2022, for non-PwD candidates. Read More
Table of Contents
- NIFT 2022 Counselling
- About NIFT Entrance Exam
- NIFT 2022 Exam Date
- NIFT 2022 Eligibility
- NIFT 2022 Application Form
- NIFT 2022 Admit Card
- NIFT 2022 Exam Centres
- NIFT 2022 Exam Pattern
- NIFT 2022 Syllabus
- NIFT 2022 Reference Books
- NIFT 2022 Answer Key
- NIFT 2022 Result
- NIFT 2022 Cut Off
- NIFT 2022 Refund Policy
- NIFT 2022 Contact Details
NIFT 2022 Counselling
NIFT 2022 seat allotment for Round III is available in the candidate's login ID from Jun 30, 2022, from 10:00 PM onwards. Candidates who have been allotted seats may download their allotment letter from their portal and complete the further process of admission.
NIFT 2022 counselling schedule has been revised. The allotment of seats is based on the NIFT 2022 merit rank of the candidate and options selected by the candidate during counseling registration.
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has notified that it will allow candidates to revise their preferences for NIFT 2022 academic programs from Jun 24, 2022, till Jun 26, 2022. The candidates have to put the entries in the order of their priority. NIFT 2022 list of vacant seats after round II seat allotment will be released on Jun 24, 2022.
NIFT 2022 seat allotment round II results for non-PwD candidates was declared on Jun 21, 2022, on the official website. The result was supposed to be declared on Jun 20, 2022, but got delayed.
Candidates can log in on the Candidate Login portal and download the allotment letter using their login credentials. An email will be sent to the registered email IDs for candidates who have been allotted seats with information related to the fee payment. They can pay the fee to lock the seats allotted to them after round II from Jun 22 - 23, 2022. The round I seat allotment results for non-PwD candidates was declared on Jun 14, 2022.
NIFT 2022 seats allotted to candidates for the M.F.Tech program in NIFT Chennai and NIFT Gandhinagar have been withdrawn for the academic year 2022-24 due to administrative issues. Those candidates will be allotted seats on the following campus per their preference, based on their Common Merit Rank (CMR).
The candidates had to register before the last date to be considered for the seat allotment. The seat allotment for PwD and non-PwD candidates will be conducted separately. There will only be one round of seat allotment for PwD candidates, whereas there will be 5 rounds for non-PwD candidates.
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) issued a complete NIFT 2022 admissions counselling and seat allocation schedule. From Jun 8 - 11, 2022, the online seat registration process for the PwD category was held first, followed by seat allotment for applicants, not in the PwD category. According to the institute's most recent announcement, no NIFT 2022 mock seat allotment will be held.
NIFT 2022 counselling will be conducted online, centralised as a joint seat allocation process for admission to the 17 participating NIFT campuses. The students will be required to pay the fee in due time to avail the seat allotment. Else their selection will become void. In addition, the institute has released detailed guidelines for NIFT 2022 counselling process.
NIFT candidates who have cleared all exams will be called for NIFT 2022 counselling process. The counselling procedure will consist of registration, campus choice, downloading call letters, and appearing for counselling. While getting registered, candidates must select a counselling campus in which they will participate.
NIFT 2022 Course-Wise Weightage for Selection Rounds
The course-wise weightage for Creative Ability Test (CAT), General Ability Test (GAT), Situation Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview in NIFT 2022 counselling are tabulated below.
| Course | Test | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
|
B.Des
|
CAT | 50% |
| GAT | 30% | |
| Situation Test | 20% | |
|
M.Des
|
CAT | 40% |
| GAT | 30% | |
| GD/ PI | 30% | |
| BF.Tech | GAT | 100% |
|
MF.Tech
|
GAT | 70% |
| GD/ PI | 30% | |
|
MFM
|
GAT | 70% |
| GD/ PI | 30% |
Documents Required for NIFT 2022 Counselling
The documents which are required during NIFT 2022 counselling process are as follows.
- Transfer Certificate
- Marksheets of Classes 10 and 12.
- 2 Passport Size Photograph.
- Aadhar Card/ Voter ID/ PAN Card/ Driving License/ Passport.
- Candidates who apply for postgraduation courses must bring Undergraduate Degree Certificate.
- Caste Certificate, etc.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Counselling
About NIFT Entrance Exam
NIFT entrance exam is a national level test conducted by the National Institute of Fashion Technology for admission into design courses in undergraduate and postgraduate programs. NIFT Delhi was set up in the year 1986 under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
In the beginning, it had only one program for Fashion Design. NIFT has 17 campuses in India, and the main campus is in New Delhi. Some of the other campuses are Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, etc. This college was granted statutory status in 2006, empowering it to degrees and other academic distinctions. Director-General Saradha Muraleedharan is the head of NIFT.
National Institute of Fashion Technology has the absolute authority to organize NIFT entrance exam 2022 and allocate seats for eligible candidates. National Institute of Fashion Technology offers bachelor's courses as well as master's courses. B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, M.Des, and MFM are some of the courses offered by NIFT.
Candidates who wish to make a career in Fashion Technology or Design can apply to NIFT. For which, they will have to appear for the entrance exam.
| Exam Name | NIFT |
| Full Form | National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam |
| Exam Level | National |
| Conducted Body | National Institute of Fashion Technology |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Exam Mode | Offline, i.e., Pen and Paper Based Test (PBT) |
| Exam Duration |
B.Des & M.Des: 2 Hours |
| NIFT Official Website | www.nift.ac.in |
| Helpdesk | +91-11-26542000 |
NIFT 2022 Courses Offered
The undergraduate degree programs are for a period of 4 years and the postgraduate programs are for 2 years. The institute offers Bachelor of Design (B.Des) program in different fields. The courses offered by NIFT are as follows.
| Course Level | Program |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design (B.Des. FD) Bachelor of Design in Accessory Design (B.Des. AD) Bachelor of Design in Knitwear Design (B.Des. KD) Bachelor of Design in Leather Design (B.Des. LD) Bachelor of Design in Textile Design (B.Des. TD) Bachelor of Design in Fashion Communication (B.Des. FC) Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F Tech) |
| Postgraduate | Master of Design (M.Des) Master of Fashion Technology (M.F Tech) Master of Fashion Management (MFM) |
NIFT 2022 Exam Dates
NIFT 2022 GD/ PI round was conducted from Apr 7 - 27, 2022, for postgraduate programs, after conducting Situation Test from Apr 2 - 5, 2022. The institute conducted the entrance exam through offline mode.
Interested candidates can apply for the further rounds for NIFT 2022 as per the schedule given below.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Dec 3, 2021 |
| Application End Date | Jan 17, 2022 |
| Last Date to Apply with Late Fee | Jan 18 - 22, 2022 |
| Application Form Correction | Jan 18 - 22, 2022 |
| Admit Card Date | Jan 29, 2022 |
| Exam Date | Feb 6, 2022 |
| NIFT 2022 Mock Test Release Date | Jan 31, 2022 |
| NIFT Result 2022 Date - Written Test | Mar 9, 2022 |
| Situation Test Registration Last Date | Mar 11, 2022 |
| Admit Card for Situation Test | Mar 16, 2022 |
| NIFT Situation Test | Apr 2 - 5, 2022 |
| NIFT GD/ PI Date | Apr 7 - 27, 2022 |
| Final Results Date (B.F.Tech) | May 17, 2022 |
| Final Results Date (M.Des., M.F.M & M.F.Tech) | May 17, 2022 |
| Final Results Date (B.Des.) | May 17, 2022 |
| Counselling Registration | Jun 30, 2022 |
GD/ PI Schedule for NIFT 2022 (MFM, M.Des, and MF.Tech)
The schedule for NIFT 2022 GD /PI for PG courses is mentioned below.
| Program | Dates for Group Discussion and Personal Interview |
|---|---|
| MFM | Apr 07, 08, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 2022 |
| M.Des | Apr 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 2022 |
| MF.Tech | Apr 19, 2022 |
Read More: NIFT 2022 Important Dates
NIFT 2022 Eligibility
A candidate must satisfy the minimum eligibility criteria for NIFT to get admission to the institute. Candidates should have scored a minimum of 50% marks in class 12 to take up the test.
Candidates belonging to the general category should be less than 23 years. The upper age limit relaxation for candidates who belong to SC/ ST/ PWD is 5 years. There is no age limit for candidates applying for postgraduate programs.
| Age Limit | Below 23 years for undergraduate programs No age limit for postgraduate programs |
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed 10+2 diploma (3 or 4 years) recognized by AICTE |
| Nationality | Indian/ NRI/ Foreigners |
| Reservation | 5% extra seat reservation for SC/ ST/ PwD candidates |
NIFT 2022 Eligibility for Foreign & Other Categories
NIFT 2022 eligibility criteria for applying under the Foreign National/ SAARC/ NRI/ OCI category is different from the regular criteria. Foreign candidates must have these scores mentioned below to get admission into the courses.
| Program | Eligibility Score |
|---|---|
| Bachelor Program (B.Des & BF.Tech) | SAT Score |
| Master Program (MFM) | GMAT Score |
| Master Program (M.Des & MF.Tech) | GRE Score |
Read More: NIFT 2022 Eligibility Criteria
NIFT 2022 Application Form
NIFT application form 2022 was available on the official website. Candidates were allowed to make changes in NIFT 2022 application form after the application correction window was open.
NIFT 2022 candidates had to upload their recently taken passport size photograph (3 months old) and signature in the below-mentioned formats.
| Documents | Size | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 50 KB | .jpg/.jpeg |
| Signature | 50 KB | .jpg/.jpeg |
Steps to Register for NIFT 2022
Before filling NIFT 2022 application, candidates had to register. The candidates can follow the steps given below to register.
- Step 1: Go to the official website of NIFT.
- Step 2: Click on the 'Registration' link, a new page will pop up.
- Step 3: Enter the name, date of birth, category details, email ID, and choice of program.
- Step 4: Use the email ID and date of birth to log in and access the application form.
Steps to Apply for NIFT 2022
The candidates can follow the steps given below to apply for NIFT 2022 exam.
- Step 1: Go to the official website and log in.
- Step 2: Enter all details that are asked and click on the 'Submit' button.
- Step 3: After entering the details click on the 'I Agree' button.
- Step 4: Verify the details and click on the 'Save' button.
- Step 5: Upload scanned file of image and signature as per the specifications.
- Step 6: The final stage is to pay the application fee.
Steps to Pay NIFT 2022 Application Fees
The applicants had to make sure to keep a receipt of NIFT 2022 application payment and to note down the application/ reference number for future reference. NIFT 2022 candidates could pay registration fees through online modes (credit card/ debit card/ net banking) or offline modes (Demand Draft in favour of 'NIFT HO').
NIFT application fee varied for candidates from different categories. The information regarding the same is mentioned below.
| General/ OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | INR 2000 |
| Application Fee with Late Fine | INR 5000 |
| SC/ ST/ PH | INR 1000 |
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|
Documents Required to Apply for NIFT 2022
Candidates had to have the following documents to apply for NIFT exam.
- Past Educational Details.
- Marksheets of Class 10 and 12.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- PWD Certificate (if applicable).
- Scanned Image File of Photograph and Signature.
- A valid debit/credit/net banking for the application fee payment.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Application Form
NIFT 2022 Admit Card
NIFT admit card was released online and available for download for all aspirants. The applicant had to enter their date of birth and login ID to access the hall ticket. Candidate had to carry any one government ID proof such as Voter ID, PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Driving License, Passport along with the admit card.
Suppose the candidate finds any data mismatch present on the admit card, they must report it to the concerned authority as soon as possible. NIFT 2022 admit card is used in every selection process, so the applicants must keep multiple copies.
Steps to Download NIFT 2022 Admit Card
The candidates could follow the steps below to download their NIFT 2022 admit card issued by the institute.
- Step 1: Go to the official website of NIFT for admission.
- Step 2: Click on the 'Admit Card' link to get to the login page.
- Step 3: Enter the official login credentials as per the registration.
- Step 4: Click on the 'Submit' button.
- Step 5: Download and take a printout.
NIFT 2022 GD/PI Admit Card
A new admit card was released for the shortlisted candidates for the Situation Round on Mar 16, 2022. Candidates can download the second admit card for NIFT from the official website. They will be required to go to the 'Admission' portal's login section and fill in NIFT 2022 credentials. Then their admit card will appear on the screen.
The admit card must be downloaded and printed. Candidates will be required to take the admit card at the Situation Test venue. NIFT admit card will have all the required details of the centre.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Admit Card
NIFT 2022 Exam Centres
About 32 cities in India were chosen as NIFT centres for the examination. The candidates could choose NIFT exam city when they were filling up the application form. Candidates had to locate their NIFT exam centre at least a day before to avoid any problem on the exam day.
Once NIFT registration form was submitted candidates were not able to change the test city that they had opted for. NIFT test venue and address were available on the admit card of the candidate.
The following are 32 cities where NIFT exam was conducted.
| NIFT 2022 Exam Centres | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | Delhi | Lucknow | Surat |
| Bengaluru | Guwahati | Mumbai | Srinagar |
| Bhopal | Hyderabad | Madurai | Shillong |
| Bhubaneswar | Jammu | Nagpur | Udaipur |
| Chandigarh | Jaipur | Pune | Vishakapattanam |
| Chennai | Kolkata | Patna | Vadodara |
| Cochin | Kangra | Raipur | Jodhpur |
| Dehradun | Kannur | Ranchi | Raipur |
Documents Required on NIFT 2022 Exam Day
Following were the documents that a candidate had to carry to NIFT exam hall.
- NIFT 2022 Admit Card
- Government ID Proof
- Passport size photo.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Exam Centres
NIFT 2022 Exam Pattern
For a candidate to score well in this entrance test, a fair amount of knowledge regarding NIFT 2022 exam pattern and syllabus is necessary. NIFT exam will have Creative Ability Test, General Ability Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview rounds. General Ability Test (GAT) is a common test written for all courses offered, and it is the first test for admission into NIFT.
GAT and CAT are conducted for B.Des and M.Des but for the candidates who opt for courses like B.F.Tech, MFM, M.F.Tech only GAT is conducted. There is no negative marking in NIFT exam, and therefore, candidates can attempt all the questions.
Students aspiring to pursue B.Des and M.Des will have a NIFT Situation Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview thereafter.
| Exam Mode | Offline i.e., Pen & Paper Based Test |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours (B.Des & M.Des) 3 Hours for B.F.Tech, MFM & M.F.Tech |
| Negative Marks | No Negative Marking |
Read More: NIFT 2022 Exam Pattern
NIFT 2022 Syllabus
NIFT entrance exam syllabus includes the topics covered in the tests such as Creative Ability Test (CAT), General Ability Test (GAT), Performance Round, Situation Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview round. It is important to know the details of NIFT 2022 syllabus well before preparing well for the test.
NIFT GAT 2022 Syllabus
NIFT entrance exam 2022 will consist of two parts: the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT). The GAT section will cover the following topics.
- Quantitative Ability
- Communication Ability & English Comprehension
- Analytical and Logical Ability
- General Knowledge and Current Affairs
- Case Study.
NIFT CAT 2022 Syllabus
Creative Ability Test (CAT) of NIFT selection process is an exam that tests the intuitive ability, observation power, conceptual knowledge and the design ability of a candidate. Students can sharpen their drawing skills and improve their imagination skills by creating new ideas using different colours.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Syllabus
NIFT 2022 Reference Books
NIFT, NID/ IIFT Entrance Exam Guide by D Mittal and NIFT, NID/ IIFT Admission Test by Surendra Kavimandan are books referred by the conducting authority for preparation of 2022. Preparing with the right books for NIFT is very important.
After choosing the right study materials, it is important to practice a lot of questions. This will strengthen the basics. The applicants should start with the previous year NIFT exam papers to make their base in preparation and understand the pattern. Also, there is a lot of online material available, go and harness the value of it.
Most importantly, there are abundant testimonials from toppers - the applicants can have look at it, a little bit of guidance will help them navigate their own trajectory toward NIFT selection.
Preparation Tips for NIFT 2022 Entrance Exam
NIFT is one of the major design exams in India. Clearing NIFT entrance exam will help aspiring students to get admission into a NIFT campus. Every year a lot of students take up this challenging exam to get into the reputed NIFT.
To help students get through this exam we have enlisted some major tips which every candidate can follow while taking the test.
- Go through a lot of magazines, posters, advertisements to get ideas for NIFT.
- Prepare for all the sections and rounds.
- Try and improve your sketching skills.
- Prepare according to the syllabus.
- Prepare notes and refer to them when you are revising.
- Refer to previous year question papers.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Reference Books
NIFT 2022 Answer Key
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) released NIFT 2022 provisional answer keys on Feb 21, 2022. Candidates can download their answer keys on the official website. They can check for errors and feel free to report grievances against their provisional answer within the mentioned dates of the correction window.
After closing the correction window, the conducting authorities will release the final answer keys on the official website.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Answer Key
NIFT 2022 Result
NIFT 2022 final results for all UG and PG programmes was declared on the official website on May 17, 2022. Written test and a Situation Test were also conducted. Final Results of NIFT 2022 were prepared based on GAT, CAT, and Situation Test scores. Candidates who took part in the NIFT 2022 situation test/group discussion, and personal interview round can access the final NIFT admission result online at the official website.
Steps to Download NIFT 2022 Result
To download NIFT 2022 result from the official website the candidates will have to follow the steps given below.
- Step 1: Go to the official website
- Step 2: Click on 'Final result of UG and PG programmes under the admissions tab.
- Step 3: The page will be redirected. Click on 'Click here to download the result'.
- Step 3: Click on the 'Sign in' button and enter the credentials.
- Step 4: Click Submit and result will be displayed.
- Step 5: Download and take a printout of the result for future references.
Details on NIFT 2022 Scorecard
NIFT 2022 result is declared in the form of a scorecard. NIFT scorecard is required at various stages of the admission process including counselling. The scorecard for NIFT entrance exam 2022 has the following information.
- Candidate's Name
- Roll Number
- NIFT Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Photograph
- NIFT Subject-wise Scores (CAT and GAT)
- Total Score.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Results
NIFT 2022 Cut Off
NIFT 2022 cut off is the closing rank set by NIFT participating institutes and the same will vary across NIFT campuses. The cut off 2022 list will be released after the results are announced.
There are 17 NIFT campuses in India. All of them will release an opening and closing rank for various courses. The students who clear the cut off will get the call for the further selection procedure. The cut off will be calculated considering various factors which are mentioned below.
- Level of difficulty of the exam.
- The total number of students who appeared for the exam.
- Number of seats available.
- Previous year cut off trends.
Read More: NIFT 2022 Cut Off
NIFT Refund Policy
Candidates who do not want to continue their admission to NIFT are required to formally request for refund. The complete refund policy is announced on the website of NIFT. The request for withdrawal of admission and refund has to be done online.
The candidates are required to visit the website of NIFT and log in using credentials then request for withdrawal. The payments will be initiated in due course. The refund request will only be accepted if they are done within a timeline.
NIFT Exam Contact Details
If the candidates have any queries related to NIFT exam, they can contact the official exam conducting authority. They can be reached from Monday to Friday between 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM and 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM.
Address:
National Institute of Fashion Technology,
Hauz Khas, Near Gulmohar Park,
New Delhi, India 110016.
Phone Number: +91-1126542000
Email Address: [email protected]
Official Website: www.nift.ac.in
FAQs
What is eligibility criteria for NIFT admission?
For UG programs, candidates should have passed 10+2 or equivalent exam, and for PG programs, UG degree is required.
I am from Nepal, can I apply for NIFT exam?
Yes, you can apply for NIFT Exam. Candidates from any country or any part of the world can apply. It is advised to check the eligibility criteria for foreign candidates.
Can I change NIFT 2022 Exam Centre?
No, the exam center once allotted cannot be changed under any circumstances.
How can I get NIFT 2022 prospectus?
Candidates can download prospectus from the official website.
What is the upper limit to apply for NIFT exam?
For undergraduate courses, candidate should not be more than 23 years of age and there's no age restriction for the Postgraduate programs.
How are students assessed in the regular programs?
Candidates are assessed based on assignments, projects, internships, and presentations. Performances will be evaluated by academicians and industry professionals.
Is there any restriction on number of attempts to clear the exam?
No, you can take examination any number of times but in case of design, you can write only till you attain the upper age limit. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility for the same.
What is minimum percentage required to apply for NIFT exam?
The candidate should have scored minimum marks of 50% in class 12.
Is it possible to apply for more than one program?
No, you cannot apply for more than one program.
What is the counselling procedure for NIFT?
Candidates will be called for counselling process according to merit list. Shortlisted candidates can select courses and centres of study. The candidate has to get all required original documents for verification purposes during counselling process.
How many stages are there in NIFT 2022 exam?
The exam will be conducted in the offline mode i.e, Pen Paper Based Test (PBT) and has three stages: Written Test, Situation Test and Group Discussion/Personal Interview.
Is NIFT a government institution?
Yes. The National Institute of Fashion Technology i.e. NIFT is a government institution. It comes under the ministry of textile in India.
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