NIFTEE Admission 2027: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the Information Bulletin for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027, on behalf of NIFT. The exam covers admission to B.Des., B.F.Tech., M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech., Lateral Entry (NLEA), Artisan category and Ph.D. programmes for the 2027-28 session. The NIFTEE 2027 notification has been released on October 16, 2026. Online registration started on October 16, 2026, and the last date to apply with the normal fee is November 16, 2026.
NIFTEE 2027 will be held on January 10, 2027, with GAT as a computer-based test and CAT on pen and paper. B.Des. and B.F.Tech. have a strict upper age limit, and B.F.Tech. requires Mathematics in Class 12, so check the eligibility for your programme before you apply.
NIFT Admission 2027 Overview
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Institute | National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) |
| Exam Name | NIFTEE 2027 |
| Programmes | B.Des., B.F.Tech., M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech., NLEA, Artisan, Ph.D. |
| Academic Session | 2027-28 |
| Notification Date | October 16, 2026 |
| Exam Date | January 10, 2027 |
| Category | NIFT Admission 2027 |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in/niftee |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | October 16, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | October 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | November 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply with Late Fee (Rs. 5,000/- extra) | November 21, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | November 22, 2026 to November 25, 2026 |
| Advance City Intimation Slip | December 21, 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | January 4, 2027 |
| NIFTEE 2027 Exam Date (GAT / CAT) | January 10, 2027 |
| Stage 1 Result | February / March 2027 |
| Situation Test / Studio Test / Interview | March / April 2027 |
| Final Result | 1st Week of May 2027 |
| Last Date for Artisan Category and Ph.D. | January 31, 2027 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Open / Open-EWS / OBC (NCL) – One Programme | Rs. 2,000/- |
| SC / ST / PWD – One Programme | Rs. 500/- |
| Open / Open-EWS / OBC (NCL) – Two Programmes (B.F.Tech. + B.Des. or M.F.M. + M.Des.) | Rs. 3,000/- |
| SC / ST / PWD – Two Programmes | Rs. 750/- |
| NRI / Foreign National / OCI / PIO / SAARC | Rs. 11,100/- |
| Late Fee (November 17 to 21, 2026) | Rs. 5,000/- extra |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI) |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for NIFT Admission 2027 is Less than 24 Years for B.Des. and B.F.Tech. There is no age limit for M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech. and Ph.D. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.08.2027. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Programme | Qualification |
|---|---|
| B.Des. (4 Years) | 10+2 Pass (Any Stream) OR 3/4-Year Diploma |
| B.F.Tech. (4 Years) | 10+2 Pass with Mathematics OR 3/4-Year Engineering Diploma |
| M.Des. (2 Years) | Any Graduate OR 3-Year UG Diploma from NIFT/NID |
| M.F.M. (2 Years) | Any Graduate OR 3-Year UG Diploma from NIFT/NID |
| M.F.Tech. (2 Years) | B.F.Tech. OR B.E./B.Tech. |
| B.Des. (Artisan Category) | 10+2 Pass OR 3/4-Year Diploma + Artisan Card (Self / Father / Mother) |
| B.Des. / B.F.Tech. (NLEA) | 10th Pass + 3/4-Year Diploma in Related Field |
| Ph.D. | As per NIFT Admissions Guidelines-2027 |
NIFT Admission 2027 Selection Process
The selection process for NIFT Admission 2027 includes the following stages:
- B.Des.: GAT + CAT, followed by Situation Test
- B.F.Tech.: GAT only
- M.Des.: GAT + CAT, followed by Personal Interview
- M.F.M. / M.F.Tech.: GAT, followed by Personal Interview
- NLEA: GAT, followed by Studio Test (B.Des.) or Technical Ability Test (B.F.Tech.) and Personal Interview
- Artisan Category: Artisan Skill Test and Personal Interview
- Ph.D.: Written Test, followed by Research Proposal Presentation and Interview (RPPI)
How to Apply for NIFT Admission 2027
Follow these steps to apply for NIFT Admission 2027:
- Visit exams.nta.nic.in/niftee and register through Meri Pehchaan (Single Sign-On) with your email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with your Application Number and password, then choose one or two programmes.
- Fill in your personal and academic details and select four exam cities in order of preference.
- Capture your live photograph and upload your signature. PwD/PwBD candidates must also upload a UDID card or disability certificate.
- Pay the fee online by November 16, 2026. After that, a Rs. 5,000/- late fee applies until November 21, 2026.
- Download and print the Confirmation Page. You can correct details between November 22 and 25, 2026.
Important Links
| NIFT Admission 2027 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| NIFTEE Admission 2027 Information Bulletin PDF | Notification |
| NIFTEE Admission 2027 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| National Testing Agency Official Website | NITEE 2027 |