NIFT
About NIFT
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) is a pioneering institution for fashion education in India, offering a diverse range of programs and operating through a network of 19 professionally managed campuses across the country. NIFT has 19 campuses across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Gandhinagar, Bhopal, Bhubneshwar, Jodhpur, Kangra, Kannur, Patna, Raebareli, Shillong, and Srinagar.
B.DESIGN
- NIFT B.Des programme is offered across six specializations. Some of the available course specializations are Fashion Design, Accessory Design, Textile Design, etc. Admission to the same is made based on the score obtained in two entrance tests, including CAT and GAT. Students who clear both tests must appear for the Situation Test for the final selection.
NIFT has 19 campuses across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Gandhinagar, Bhopal, Bhubneshwar, Jodhpur, Kangra, Kannur, Patna, Raebareli, Shillong, and Srinagar.:
following areas of specialization:
The NIFT entrance exam for Bachelor's programs in 2025, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), took place on February 9, 2025, and comprised a General Ability Test (GAT) and a Creative Ability Test (CAT).For year 2026 the dates will release soon Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Key Dates and Events:
- Exam Date: Coming soon
- Application Form Release: Coming soon
- Last Date to Submit Applications (without late fee): Coming soon
- Last Date to Submit Applications (with late fee): Coming soon
- Admit Card Release: 3rd week of January 2026
- GAT Answer Key Release: Coming soon
- Results for Written Tests: March 2026 (Expected)
- Choice Filling for Situation Test (B.Des): March-April 2026 (Expected)
- Situation Test for B.Des: April 2025 (Expected)
- Declaration of Final Results: May 2025 (Expected)
Exam Structure:
- GAT (General Ability Test): Computer-based, mandatory for all candidates.
- CAT (Creative Ability Test): Offline-based, required for B. Des and M. Des candidates.
- Situation Test/Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for this stage.
Important Links:
- NTA Exam Website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT/
- NIFT Official Website: nift.ac.in
- NIFT Admissions 2025: https://www.nift.ac.in/admission
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) Programs:
- Fashion Design: Focuses on the creative and technical aspects of clothing design.
- Leather Design: Specializes in the design and production of leather products.
- Accessory Design: Deals with the design and creation of fashion accessories.
- Textile Design: Involves the design and development of textiles for various applications.
- Knitwear Design: Focuses on the design and production of knitted garments and accessories.
- Fashion Communication: Deals with the communication of fashion ideas and trends through various media
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Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech.):
- Apparel Production: Focuses on the technical aspects of garment manufacturing and production.
FROM PDA INDORE DESK
This course is drawing intensive and provides an opportunity to explore the fundamentals of design and learn the basic concepts of drawing as required by Design, Arts and Architecture institutions.
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To achieve the B.DESIGN from NID we PDA Indore suggest students to start as early as possible.
at PDA we help you to achieve your dream
M.DESIGN
This 2.5 year programme is offered in 19 discipline across all 3 campuses in the following areas of specialization: Faculty of Communication Design, Faculty of Industrial Design, Faculty of Interdisciplinary Design, Faculty of IT Integrated Design and Faculty of Textile, Apparel, Lifestyle and Accessory Design.
Disciplines
The two-and-a-half year long Master of Design (M.Des.) programme at NID is offered at its campuses in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Gandhinagar in the following areas of specialization:
For NIFT's Master's entrance exam (M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech) in 2025, the written exam, comprising the General Ability Test (GAT) and Creative Ability Test (CAT), was conducted on February 9, 2025, with GAT in computer-based mode and CAT offline. For year 2026 the dates will release soon Here's a breakdown of the key details:
Exam Dates & Schedule:
- Written Exam (GAT & CAT): Coming soon
- GAT: Computer-based
- CAT: Offline (Pen and Paper based)
- Situation Test/Interview: Shortlisted candidates after written exam
- Admit Card Release: Coming soon
Exam Structure:
- GAT (General Ability Test): Mandatory for all candidates
- CAT (Creative Ability Test): Required for M.Des candidates
Syllabus
- GAT Syllabus: Quantitative Analytics, Analytical Ability, Communication Ability & English Comprehension
- CAT: Displays imagination, observation, and creativity
Important Links:
- Official Website: nift.ac.in/admission
- NTA Exam: exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT
Disciplines
- Master of Design (M.Des):This program focuses on design principles and practices, potentially leading to careers in areas like visual design, product design, and design research.
- Master of Fashion Management (MFM):This program prepares students for leadership roles in the fashion industry, covering areas like brand management, retail management, and e-commerce.
- Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech):This program focuses on the technical aspects of fashion, including textile technology, apparel production, and sustainable fashion practices.
FROM PDA INDORE DESK
This course is drawing intensive and provides an opportunity to explore the fundamentals of design and learn the basic concepts of drawing as required by Design, Arts and Architecture institutions.
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To achieve the M.DESIGN from NIFT we PDA Indore suggest students to start as early as possible.
at PDA we help you to achieve your dream
Why PDA Indore
PDA Indore is the leading design coaching institute in the country for the NIFT entrance . PDA Indore has only one Center across the country that offer the best NIFT Coaching. Students can attend our demo class via ONLINE & OFFLINE by taking a prior appointment, and experience the teaching quality, faculty, course material etc. . We also offer scholarship for meritorious students aspiring for NIFT.
PDA Indore has alumni’s from prestigious institutions like NIFT, NID , IIT, CEPT and SPA who are experts in various fields like apparel design, product design, animation, design communication etc. This gives students a comprehensive understanding of the subject from the entrance , industry requirement and portfolio making point of view.
We encourage students and parents to visit our branches to have a first-hand feel of all the facilities, teaching quality and results that makes us the best institute providing NIFT COACHING.
PDA Indore batches for NIFT (B.DESIGN)
Foundation batch for 10th, 11th running and pass out students.
Focus -NIFT ( National Institute of Fashion Technology ) .
Subjects - Drawing, IQ, Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude.
SITUATION TEST & Portfolio preparation
1 year batch for 12th running and pass out students.
Focus -NIFT ( National Institute of Fashion Technology ) .
Subjects - Drawing, IQ, Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude.
SITUATION TEST & Portfolio preparation
Crash Course For 12th Running and Pass Out Students.
Focus -NIFT ( National Institute of Fashion Technology ) .
Subjects - Drawing, IQ, Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude.
SITUATION TEST & Portfolio preparation
PDA Indore batches for NIFT (M.DESIGN)
1 & 2 year batch for Graduate running and pass out students.
Focus -NIFT ( National Institute of Fashion Technology ) .
Subjects - Drawing, IQ, Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude.
SITUATION TEST , Portfolio preparation & INTERVIEW
Crash Course For Graduate Running and Pass Out Students.
Focus -NIFT ( National Institute of Fashion Technology ) .
Subjects - Drawing, IQ, Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude.
SITUATION TEST, Portfolio preparation & INTERVIEW
