NIFT 2027 registration begins: apply by 16 November for UG, PG courses

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) officially commenced the online registration process for its 2027 academic programmes today, 16 October 2026. Aspiring fashion designers, managers, and technologists can now submit application forms for Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) courses across all 20 NIFT campuses, including the newly added NIFT Nava Raipur.

The National Testing Agency (NTA), established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has been entrusted by NIFT to invite online application forms and conduct the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) for UG, PG, NLEA (Lateral Entry), and Artisans. This national-level entrance examination is a gateway for admission to various design programmes such as B.Des, M.Des, B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and MFM.

Key Dates for NIFT 2027 Application and Examination

The application window for NIFT 2027 is open for a month, with a provision for late submissions. Candidates must complete their registration on the official portal, exams.nta.nic.in/niftee, by 16 November 2026 to avoid a late fee. A late fee of ₹5,000 will be applicable for submissions made between 17 November and 21 November 2026.

Following the application period, an online correction window will be available for candidates to modify their forms. The NTA has tentatively scheduled the NIFT 2027 Stage 1 exam for 10 January 2027, as announced in its 2027 calendar. Admit cards are expected to be released in early January 2027, approximately 3-5 days before the examination, with a separate city intimation slip anticipated in late December 2026 or early January 2027.

Application Fees and Payment Modes

The application fees for NIFT 2027 vary based on the candidate’s category and the number of programmes applied for. For Open, Open – EWS, and OBC (NCL) categories, the fee for a single programme is Rs. 3000/-, while applying for two programmes costs Rs. 4500/-. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories are required to pay Rs. 1500/- for a single programme and Rs. 2250/- for two programmes.

Foreign Nationals, NRI, OCI, PIO, and SAARC candidates applying for UG or PG programmes will pay a uniform application fee of $125. All fees must be paid through online modes only, including Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, and UPI. No other payment methods will be accepted.

Required Documents and Examination Structure

For successful registration, candidates must upload specific documents. These include a recent passport-size photograph, a scanned signature, and relevant category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) or PwD certificates, if applicable. The photograph must be in black/white with clear contrast, without goggles, cap, or mask, covering 80% of the face against a white background.

The NIFT entrance exam comprises two main components: a General Ability Test (GAT) and a Creative Ability Test (CAT). The GAT is a computer-based examination, while the CAT is a pen-and-paper drawing test designed to assess creative and observational skills. Candidates must carry a printed copy of their admit card along with a valid original photo ID to the examination hall.

Admit Card and Post-Examination Schedule

The NIFT 2027 admit card, also known as the NIFTEE hall ticket, will be released online by the National Testing Agency on the NIFTEE portal (exams.nta.nic.in/niftee). Candidates will be able to download it using their application number and password. The admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination hall.

Following the Stage 1 exam on 10 January 2027, the NIFT 2027 result is expected to be announced in March-April 2027. Next, the Situation Test, Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview rounds are anticipated in April-May 2027. The final results are expected in June 2027, with the NIFT Counselling Process commencing in the same month.

Further reading

• NIFT Entrance Examination 2027 Stage 1 on 10 January; registration expected in December
• NIFT PG 2026-27: Apply for design, fashion management, tech courses
• National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam admit card: release date and how to download Next step
• GATE 2027 registration portal reopened by IIT Madras: apply with late fees by October 16
• CUET 2027: Register by November 25
• JAIN University: Apply for Design, Online, PhD, MA Journalism 2027 admissions now Applications open

Written by Nishit Kumar

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