Last updated: 6 November 2026
Quick answer: NIFT 2027 applications are open on the NTA portal, and the last date to apply with the normal fee is 16 November 2026. After that you can still apply until 21 November 2026 by paying a ₹5,000 late fee. The NIFT Entrance Exam (NIFTEE) 2027 for B.Des, B.FTech, M.Des, MFM and MFTech will be held on 10 January 2027.
Key highlights
- Exam: NIFT Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027, conducted by NTA for admission to NIFT campuses for the 2027 to 28 session
- Last date with normal fee: 16 November 2026; with ₹5,000 late fee: 21 November 2026
- Application fee: ₹2,000 for General, EWS and OBC (NCL); ₹500 for SC, ST and PwD (one programme)
- Correction window: 22 to 25 November 2026
- Admit card: 4 January 2027; exam date: 10 January 2027
- UG age limit: below 24 years as on 1 August 2027 (5 years relaxation for SC, ST and PwD)
What is NIFT 2027 and who conducts it?
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) is one of India’s best known design schools, with 20 campuses across the country. Admission to its undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes happens through the NIFT Entrance Examination, which the National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts on behalf of NIFT. NTA released the public notice and information bulletin for NIFTEE 2027 on 16 October 2026.
Programmes covered in Stage 1 are B.Des and B.FTech at the UG level, M.Des, MFM (Master of Fashion Management) and MFTech at the PG level, lateral entry (NLEA) to B.Des and B.FTech, a special Artisans category for B.Des, and Ph.D.
What are the important dates for NIFT 2027?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration opened | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply (normal fee) | 16 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply (with ₹5,000 late fee) | 21 November 2026 |
| Online correction window | 22 to 25 November 2026 |
| Advance city intimation slip | 21 December 2026 |
| Admit card download | 4 January 2027 |
| NIFTEE 2027 (Stage 1) | 10 January 2027 |
| Answer key and Stage 1 result | To be announced |
NTA’s bulletin marks these dates as tentative, so keep checking the official portal for any revision.
How much is the NIFT 2027 application fee?
| Category | One programme | Two programmes (B.FTech + B.Des, or MFM + M.Des) |
|---|---|---|
| General (Open), EWS, OBC (NCL) | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| SC, ST, PwD | ₹500 | ₹750 |
| NRI, Foreign National, OCI, PIO, SAARC | ₹11,100 | |
Payment is online only, through net banking, debit or credit card, or UPI. If you apply between 17 and 21 November 2026, you pay the ₹5,000 late fee on top of the application fee, so it makes sense to finish before 16 November.
Who is eligible for NIFT 2027?
- B.Des: Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board, or an equivalent qualification such as a recognised diploma.
- B.FTech: Class 12 with Mathematics, or an equivalent qualification such as an engineering diploma.
- UG age limit: below 24 years as on 1 August of the year of admission, with 5 years relaxation for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
- M.Des and MFM: any undergraduate degree from a recognised institute, or a minimum 3 year UG diploma from NIFT or NID. No age limit.
- MFTech: B.FTech from NIFT, or B.E./B.Tech, or a 4 year B.FTech from a recognised institute. No age limit.
If you are currently in Class 12 or the final year of graduation, read the eligibility section of the NIFT Admission Guidelines 2027 and the information bulletin carefully before you apply, as the documents you must show at the later stages are spelt out there.
What is the NIFT 2027 exam pattern?
Stage 1 has two papers. The General Ability Test (GAT) is computer based, and the Creative Ability Test (CAT) is a pen and paper drawing test. Correct answers in GAT carry +1 and wrong answers carry a penalty of 0.25.
| Programme | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Final weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Des | GAT (100 questions, 120 minutes) + CAT (3 hours) | Situation Test | GAT 30%, CAT 50%, Situation Test 20% |
| B.FTech | GAT Section A (100 questions) + Section B (50 questions) | None | GAT Section A 30%, Section B 70% |
| M.Des | GAT + CAT | Personal Interview | GAT 30%, CAT 40%, Interview 30% |
| MFM and MFTech | GAT (150 questions, 3 hours) | Personal Interview | GAT 70%, Interview 30% |
The Situation Test for B.Des is an offline, hands-on round where you build a 3D model from materials NIFT provides and write a short note on your concept. Missing Stage 2 leads to disqualification, so plan for it from the start.
How to apply for NIFT 2027: step by step
- Go to the NIFTEE page on the NTA exams portal (exams.nta.nic.in/niftee) and open the form that matches you: UG and PG, NLEA, Artisans, NRI or Ph.D.
- Register with your own mobile number and email ID. Only one application per category is allowed, and duplicate forms can be cancelled.
- Fill in personal, academic and programme details, and choose four exam cities in order of preference.
- Upload a recent photograph (JPG, 10 to 200 KB, white background) and your signature (JPG, 10 to 50 KB), plus category or UDID certificates if they apply to you.
- Pay the fee online and download the confirmation page. Keep the transaction ID safe.
- Check every detail during the correction window (22 to 25 November 2026) if you spot a mistake.
What should NIFT aspirants do next?
- Apply this week: do not wait for 16 November, when portals usually slow down.
- Practise GAT daily: go through the GAT syllabus in the information bulletin and solve timed mock papers, keeping the 0.25 negative marking in mind.
- Sketch every day: for B.Des and M.Des, the CAT carries more weight than GAT, so timed drawing practice matters.
- Try a few 3D models at home: paper, card and fabric models help you get comfortable before the Situation Test.
- Keep documents ready: OBC (NCL) and EWS certificates must be issued on or after 1 April 2026, as per NTA’s FAQs.
FAQs on NIFT 2027 registration
What is the last date to apply for NIFT 2027?
The last date with the normal fee is 16 November 2026. You can apply until 21 November 2026 with an additional ₹5,000 late fee.
When is the NIFT 2027 entrance exam?
Stage 1 of NIFTEE 2027 is scheduled for 10 January 2027. Admit cards are due on 4 January 2027 and the city intimation slip on 21 December 2026.
Can I apply for both B.Des and B.FTech?
Yes. The fee for two programmes (B.FTech and B.Des) is ₹3,000 for General, EWS and OBC (NCL) candidates and ₹750 for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
Is there an age limit for NIFT?
For UG programmes, you must be below 24 years as on 1 August of the admission year, with 5 years relaxation for SC, ST and PwD candidates. There is no age limit for M.Des, MFM or MFTech.
Is the NIFT exam online or offline?
Both. GAT is a computer based test, while CAT is a pen and paper drawing test. The Situation Test for B.Des is also held offline.
Can I edit my NIFT form after submitting it?
Yes, during the online correction window from 22 to 25 November 2026. Corrections are not accepted by email after the window closes.
Official links and sources
- NIFTEE 2027 official portal (NTA)
- NTA public notice for NIFTEE 2027, dated 16 October 2026
- NIFTEE 2027 Information Bulletin
- NIFTEE 2027 FAQs (NTA)
- NIFT official website
