NIFT 2027 application form released: apply by November 16, written test on January 10

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the online application forms for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027. Aspiring candidates for Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), NLEA (Lateral Entry), and Artisans programmes at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) can now register online. The registration process commenced on October 16, 2026, and the deadline to apply with a normal fee is November 16, 2026.

The NIFT Entrance Exam (Stage 1 – Written Test) is scheduled for January 10, 2027. This examination is conducted annually by the NTA, an independent and autonomous testing organization established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to support admissions to premier higher education institutions.

NIFTEE 2027 Application Process and Key Dates

The online application window for NIFTEE 2027 is currently active on the NIFTEE portal, exams.nta.nic.in/niftee. Candidates have until November 16, 2026, to submit their forms with the standard application fee. A late fee of INR 5000 will be applicable for submissions made between November 17 and November 21, 2026. Following the application period, an online correction window will be available from November 22 to November 25, 2026, for candidates to make necessary edits to their submitted forms.

The NTA has also provided a tentative examination calendar, which includes the NIFT Entrance Examination date. The NIFT 2027 admit card is expected to be released approximately 3-5 days before the examination date. Candidates are advised to keep track of these dates for timely application and preparation.

Application Fees and Required Documents

The application fee for NIFTEE 2027 varies based on the candidate’s category and the number of programmes applied for. For candidates belonging to the Open, Open-EWS, and OBC (NCL) categories, the fee is INR 2000 for a single programme and INR 3000 for both programmes. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are required to pay INR 500 for a single programme and INR 750 for both programmes. NRI, OCI, Foreign National, and SAARC candidates have an application fee of INR 11100.

During the application process, candidates must upload a recent photograph, signature, and other applicable documents in the prescribed format and size. Aadhaar-based e-KYC and a live photograph are mandatory. PwD/PwBD candidates must upload a valid UDID Card. These requirements are in place to ensure a transparent and secure application process.

Examination Structure and Eligibility Criteria

The NIFT Entrance Exam (NIFTEE) is a two-stage selection process. Stage 1, the written test, comprises the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT). The NIFT GAT will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode, while the NIFT CAT will be a Paper Based Test (PBT). The language of the exam will be English and Hindi. Stage 2 involves a Situation Test and Personal Interview (PI), both conducted offline. There are 20 participating NIFT campuses across the country, including NIFT Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Hyderabad.

Eligibility for undergraduate (UG) programmes such as B.Des and B.F.Tech requires candidates to have passed or be appearing in Class 12 from any stream. For postgraduate (PG) programmes like M.Des, M.F.M, and M.F.Tech, a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognised university is required. The maximum age for B.Des & B.F.Tech is 24 years as on August 1, 2027, while there is no upper age limit for M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech, and Ph.D. courses.

How to Apply for NIFTEE 2027

Candidates interested in applying for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027 must complete an online application process. The first step involves visiting the official NIFTEE portal at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee. Applicants are then required to register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number, and complete Aadhaar-based e-KYC if necessary. Following successful registration, candidates will log in to the portal using their generated Application Number and Password.

Once logged in, applicants must accurately fill out the application form with their personal, academic, and programme details. Essential documents to upload include a recent photograph, signature, and other applicable documents, all in the prescribed format and size. A live photo is also required. PwD/PwBD candidates must upload a valid UDID Card. After filling the form and uploading documents, candidates proceed to pay the applicable application fee online through the provided payment gateway. Finally, the completed application form must be submitted, and candidates are advised to download and print the Confirmation Page for future reference. An online correction window will be available from November 22 to November 25, 2026, for any necessary modifications.

1. Visit the official NIFTEE portal at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee.
2. Register using a valid Email ID, Mobile Number, and complete Aadhaar-based e-KYC if required.
3. Log in to the portal using the generated Application Number and Password.
4. Fill the application form with personal, academic, and programme details accurately.
5. Upload a recent photograph, signature, live photo (if required), and other necessary documents in the prescribed format and size.
6. Pay the applicable application fee online through the provided payment gateway.
7. Submit the completed application form and download a printout of the Confirmation Page for future reference.
8. Keep track of the application correction window from November 22 to November 25, 2026, for any necessary modifications.

Further reading

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