The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the notification for NIFTEE 2026 (National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination). This entrance exam is conducted for admission into various UG, PG, and PhD courses offered by NIFT campuses across India.
Candidates interested in pursuing a career in fashion design, technology, management, and related fields can apply online once the application window opens.
NTA NIFTEE 2026 – Important Dates
Event
Date
Online Apply Start Date
08 December 2025
Online Apply Last Date
16 January 2026 (No Late Fee)
Last Date For Late Fee Payment
19 January 2026
Correction Date
20 – 21 January 2026
Exam Date
08 February 2026
Exam City Details
29 January 2026
Admit Card
04 February 2026
NIFTEE 2026 – Exam Overview
Details
Information
Exam Name
NIFTEE 2026
Conducting Authority
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Institute
NIFT (All Campuses)
Courses Offered
UG / PG / PhD
Exam Mode
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Exam Level
National Level
Academic Session
2026–27
Courses Offered Through NIFTEE 2026
Undergraduate (UG) Courses
B.Des (Bachelor of Design)
B.FTech (Bachelor of Fashion Technology)
Postgraduate (PG) Courses
M.Des (Master of Design)
M.FTech (Master of Fashion Technology)
MFM (Master of Fashion Management)
Doctoral Programme
PhD (Design / Management / Technology)
Eligibility Criteria for NIFTEE 2026
For UG Courses
Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board
Appearing candidates can also apply
For PG Courses
Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
Final year students are eligible
Age Limit
UG: Maximum age limit as per NIFT rules
PG / PhD: No age limit (as per previous years)
NIFTEE 2026 Selection Process
Course
Selection Method
B.Des
CAT + GAT + Situation Test
B.FTech
GAT
PG Courses
GAT + Interview
PhD
Written Test + Interview
NIFTEE 2026 Exam Pattern (Brief)
Test
Type
CAT
Creative Ability Test
GAT
General Ability Test
Situation Test
Practical Assessment
Interview
Personal Interview
How to Apply Online for NTA NIFTEE 2026
Follow these steps to apply:
Visit the official NTA/NIFT website
Click on NIFTEE 2026 Apply Online
Complete registration using basic details
Fill the application form carefully
Upload photo & signature
Pay the application fee
Submit the form and download confirmation page
Application Fee (Expected)
Category
Application Fee
Gen / OBC / EWS (Single Programme)
₹2000/-
Gen / OBC / EWS (Two Programmes)
₹3000/-
SC / ST / PH (Single Programme)
₹500/-
SC / ST / PH (Two Programmes)
₹750/-
(Exact fee details will be mentioned in the official notice.)
Important Instructions for Candidates
Fill correct personal and academic details
Keep documents ready before applying
Admit card is mandatory for exam entry
Regularly check updates related to exam date and result
