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NIFT Seat Matrix
July 8, 2025 10:50 AM

NIFT Seat Matrix 2025: Seat Allotment, Seat Reservation

If you are planning to get admission to NIFT in 2025, perhaps the most important thing to refer to is the seat number or the NIFT seat matrix 2025. NIFT has released the detailed seat matrix for 2025 on their official website: nift.ac.in, providing you with a clear picture of how many seats are there for each course and category in every NIFT campus. This seat matrix applies to both under and postgraduate courses. If you pass the NIFT 2025 entrance exam, then your last seat allotment will be based on your performance in the exam as well as the choices filled during the counselling. There are a total of 4837 seats on all NIFT campuses for the year 2025, identical to last year. Every campus and discipline has a fixed number of seats allocated, and these are distributed category-wise to ensure equitable distribution. You must scroll down to access the comprehensive NIFT seat matrix 2025, seat allotment, seat reservation, etc.

NIFT Delhi Cutoff Ranks
April 25, 2025 11:09 AM

NIFT Delhi Cutoff Ranks 2025: Expected Cutoff with Previous Years' Trends

The NIFT Delhi cutoff ranks 2025 will be announced along with the cutoffs for all the NIFT 2025 participating colleges for multiple categories, such as SC, Open, EWS, OBC-NC, and ST. The NIFT Delhi cutoff for admission to BDes, BFTech, MDes, MFM, and MFTech programs will be issued during the NIFT 2025 counselling process and seat allotment process. The NIFT Delhi cutoff rank will differ based on the category and desired course of the potential applicant. By releasing the opening and closing Category Merit Ranks (CMRs), the NTA will make public the NIFT 2025 cutoff rank for the Delhi Campus, after the NIFTEE 2025 results for Stage 1 were released on April 25, 2025. Based on the past year’s trends, it is expected that the NIFT Delhi cutoff ranks 2025 will be around 65. 

Top 10 Design Colleges in India
March 12, 2025 5:40 PM

List of Top 10 Design Colleges in India 2025: Features, Courses, Fees

Your search may end here if you are also searching about the list of top 10 Design colleges in India 2025. From fashion designing to interior designing, graphic designing, or product designing, India is full of the best Design colleges like NID, NIFT, IIT, UID, Amity, Pearl Academy, and Srishti Institute of Art and Design, providing quality programs in all the possible streams of design. The list of best design colleges in India shared below provides excellent learning opportunities by trained professors who specialize in their fields. They help you to explore your creativity and channel your talent toward coming up with incredible designs. You can also find various programs suited to your interests from foundational to advanced levels, within undergraduate, graduate, or PhD levels.

NIFT UG and PG Design Courses Fee Structure 2024
February 9, 2025 7:55 PM

NIFT UG and PG Design Courses Fee Structure 2025

The NIFT UG and PG design courses fee structure 2025 can be found on the official website of the institute. Candidates opting for the NIFT entrance exam must be aware that the tuition fee per semester is INR 1,43,000. The BDes fee for the first year is INR 3,26,000 which also includes tuition fees of INR 2,86,000. Moreover, candidates should go through the complete 4-year NIFT fees along with hostel, deposit and library fees before taking admission. They can also check out the scholarship offered to see if they are eligible for it. Candidates applying as Indian nationals and NRI categories have different fee structures. The fees also vary for the candidates applying under the Artisans/ Children of Artisans category. The National Institute of Fashion Technology ( NIFT) is one of the top design colleges in the country. It offers the best design courses for design enthusiasts. We are here with the list of NIFT campuses spread all over the country. The NIFT 2025 entrance exam was conducted on February 9, 2025.

How to Prepare for NIFT Situation Test
December 18, 2024 5:10 PM

How to Prepare for NIFT Situation Test 2025

The NIFT 2025 application form is available from November 22, 2024 to January 6, 2025. The last date for late registration is January 7, 2025. The NIFT 2025 exam will be held on February 9, 2025. Now is the time to look out for how to prepare for NIFT Situation Test 2025. But before proceeding with preparation tips, let's understand what the NIFT Situation Test is. Essentially, this test evaluates your creativity in terms of material knowledge, 3D visualization ability, material combination ability, and modelling skills. This also checks how well you can present and explain your work. To be eligible for the Situation Test, one has to clear the written GAT and CAT exams first. This offline test will account for 20% of your final score in NIFT 2025. Check out this article till the end to learn how to prepare for NIFT Situation Test 2025.

NIFT Situation Test Previous Year Questions
December 6, 2024 1:45 PM

NIFT Situation Test 2025 Previous Year Questions

NIFT Situation Test Previous Year Questions: The NIFT 2025 entrance examination will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on February 9. If you are looking to apply, the application process is open from November 22, 2024, to January 6, 2025. The NIFT entrance examination has multiple stages, and the Situation Test is the last and most crucial one. This test is meant to check your creativity, material handling, organizational abilities, and interpersonal aptitude. This evaluates how well you can think practically and present your ideas under specific constraints. To prepare for this test, it is always a good idea to practice the NIFT Situation Test previous year questions. This will give you a clear idea of the types of topics and tasks you might encounter. Your final admission to the NIFT colleges in India is based on your combined performance in the NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 and the NIFT Situation Test 2025. Candidates who clear the CAT (Creative Ability Test) and GAT (General Ability Test) will be shortlisted for the Situation Test.

List of NIFT Colleges in India
December 6, 2024 11:50 AM

List of NIFT Colleges in India 2025: Eligibility, Admission Process, Fees and More

The list of NIFT colleges in India 2025 consists of 18 different NIFT campuses which are known to be the best fashion design colleges in India for aspiring designers. NIFT offers a variety of programs in fashion and design at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels such as BDes, BFTech, MDes, MFTech, and MFM. Admission to these courses is determined by your performance in the NIFT entrance exam. The first NIFT college in India was established in New Delhi in 1986. NIFT Panchkula and NIFT Varanasi are the most recent additions to the ranking of the list of best NIFT colleges in India. Keep reading to learn more about the list of NIFT colleges in India for the 2025 admission cycle including the admission process, courses, seat intake, eligibility and more.

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Master Composition Skills and Creating Scenarios for NIFT CAT 2026
December 17, 2025 1:21 PM

Master Composition Skills and Creating Scenarios for NIFT CAT 2026

Composition is basically how everything is arranged in your drawing-it can either render a simple idea into a yawning genius or a magnificent idea into an instant horrible mess. In NIFT CAT 2026, you'll get random themes and then need to create visual stories that make sense and look good. Examiners are not judging your ability at drawing-they're examining whether you think visually and narrate your concepts through your art. Let's break the suspense of how to get composition and scenario creation right without breaking a sweat.

FDDI AIST 2026 Exam Date OUT; Check schedule, instructions
December 16, 2025 9:19 PM

FDDI AIST 2026 Exam Date OUT; Check schedule, instructions

FDDI AIST 2026 Exam Date: The All India Selection Test (AIST) 2026 exam date and the full application schedule for admission to its undergraduate and graduate programs have been formally released by the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI). As per the schedule, FDDI AIST 2026 Exam Date is set on May 10, and the registration begins on December 20, 2025, for qualified applicants to apply for FDDI AIST 2026 via the official website, fddiindia.com .

Every year, FDDI administers the All India Selection Test for admission to its programs in fashion design, leather products, footwear design, and business management on all of its campuses. For updates on the merit list, counseling schedule, and other admission-related announcements, candidates are encouraged to often check the official website.

FDDI AIST 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should note the important dates for FDDI AIST 2026 here:
Events Dates
Registration Begins December 20, 2025
Registration Closes (without late fee) April 20, 2026
Registration Closes (with late fee) April 30, 2026
Application Form Correction Window April 21 to 22, 2026
Admit Card Date May 1, 2026
FDDI AIST 2026 Exam Date May 10, 2026

Candidates who have passed Class 12 from any stream and a recognised board are eligible to apply for admission to the Bachelor of Design (BDes) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programs. Candidates may even register if their Class 12 results are still pending at the time of application. However, in accordance with the institute's guidelines, these applicants will receive provisional admission and are required to turn in their qualifying exam results by the final admission stage. Candidates in the General, OBC, and General-EWS categories must pay an application fee of Rs 600, while those in other categories must pay Rs 300, according to the notification. The application cost will rise to Rs 800 for candidates in the general category and Rs 400 for those in the reserved category if it is submitted after the deadline.

Although the precise date has not yet been disclosed, the FDDI AIST 2026 merit list will be posted on the official website. In a similar vein, the dates for orientation and class start, as well as the counselling process, will be announced later. According to the admission requirements, candidates who are assigned seats must finish paying the price by July 15, 2026.
Colour Theory and its Application in NIFT CAT 2026 Drawing Tasks
December 16, 2025 3:22 PM

Colour Theory and its Application in NIFT CAT 2026 Drawing Tasks

A colour theory and its application to NIFT CAT 2026 drawing task is more than mere pretty and fancily appealing hues; colours can add or rob life from your work. You have to use them thoughtfully to arrest attention and reflect the actual thought process. A good colour selection may help your work stand out among hundreds of others in the NIFT CAT exam. The attitude you take toward the application of colour is an important measure of your ability in utilizing basic principles of design and your visual communication without words. 

DTU to accept UCEED 2026 Score for B.Des Admission
December 13, 2025 10:37 PM

DTU to accept UCEED 2026 Score for B.Des Admission

DTU to accept UCEED 2026 Score: For candidates planning to secure admissions for the B.Des course through the Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design (UCEED) 2026, a new update has been released. The list of colleges that recognise UCEED results for admission to Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programs has been revised.  Two new institutions, Delhi Technological University (DTU) and Anant National University in Ahmedabad, have been added for the 2026 to 2027 academic year. This implies that students who pass the UCEED 2026 exam and want to enrol in B.Des programs have more possibilities. The UCEED 2026 merit rank will be used by both Anant National University and Delhi Technological University to provide admission to their B.Des programs. This gives many students studying design more options.

Candidates looking forward to appearing for the UCEED 2026 exam to be held on January 18, 2026, should note that more options for college selection are now open. The UCEED 2026 registration process has closed, and the admit card for the registered candidates is due on January 2, 2026. After the exam has been conducted, similar to other colleges, DTU will also release cutoffs for candidates qualifying the cutoffs will be eligible to apply for admissions directly to the college.

One of Delhi's best universities is Delhi Technological University, also referred to as DTU Delhi. According to the NIRF 2023 rankings, DTU is the 29th best engineering institution in India. Additionally, DTU was placed 40th in the NIRF 2023 Overall Ranking. DTU Delhi is ranked eleventh in the NIRF Innovation rankings for 2023. Furthermore, DTU Delhi is ranked eighth among the best public universities in India in the 2023 India Today rankings. DTU is ranked 22nd in the engineering category by the IIRF.
LPUNEST Design 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
December 13, 2025 12:19 AM

LPUNEST Design 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus: Details, Important Topics & Best Books

LPUNEST Design 2026: The LPUNEST Design 2026 exam is an entrance exam or admission exam conducted by LPU itself to select students across different design courses. LPU is home to diverse courses from engineering to law to hotel management and one of the popular opted courses is from the design discipline. The university offers UG, PG and diploma-level courses which include BDes and MDes courses along with lateral entry options. Candidates are required to meet the basic eligibility criteria set by the conducting body and qualify the LPUNEST for gaining a scholarship. So, if you are interested in pursuing your design course from LPU check out the details today!

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ghumika, Student / Alumni

-Answered on July-29-2025
The application process for the NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 is currently underway, with the last date to apply without a late fee being January 6, 2025. Candidates who miss this deadline can still apply until January 9, 2025, by paying an additional late fee. To ensure successful submission, applicants should carefully fill out the application form, upload all required documents—such as academic certificates, valid ID proof, and recent photographs—and make the payment through the official NIFT website. Early application is highly recommended to avoid potential technical glitches and last-minute rushes. Before starting the application, candidates should have all necessary documents organized and ready. Staying informed through regular visits to the official NIFT website is essential for receiving timely updates about exam dates, admit card releases, and other important notifications. A well-prepared and timely application process increases the chances of a hassle-free entry into NIFT, one of India’s top institutes for fashion education.

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-Answered on July-18-2024
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Navneet, Student / Alumni

-Answered on Nov-17-2021
Lovely Professional University is regarded as one of the Best Design colleges in India and Punjab, LPU School of Design offers its students cutting-edge labs and equipment to simulate the industry environment with practical exposure to fashion industry right from designing to merchandising. The school provides a platform for students to experiment with creative designs, patterns, fabrics and colors. Live with fashion events, visits by renowned national and international fashion designers, innovation and creativity is fostered in the students at every step. Students are encouraged to experiment with different materials to create conceptual wear and accessories.Also students are exposed to fashion shows, craft fairs, industry internships and craft documentation.She got Intensive exposure to practical work in Pattern making, Draping, Weaving, Printing, Dyeing, Garment Construction labs. Students are given various Live-projects during the course of the program to create commercially viable designs.Her department organized Face Painting and nail painting competition for students to showcase their creative talents. She has attended Workshop on "Fashion styling" by Anuj Lalawani (Renowned Designer & Stylist) where students got training in different creative endeavors like body fit, make up, dressing and grooming. She said Aditya Raina, a Final year student of diploma in Fashion Design got an opportunity to work as a Fashion stylist (intern) for ace Fashion designer J J Vallaya for his upcoming collection. Students are taken to educational tours to complement in-class learning. Students visit various monumental buildings and industries across India such as marble industries, tile industries, Thermax industry, Ashok Leyland, Tata Motors etc. University prepares its students for placements through special inputs in the form of placement classes. Students are given a lot of on-job training as well as work on projects where they can earn also. B.Design placements of the university are very good with students getting high packages.
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Samiksha Rautela, Content Team

-Answered on May-10-2021

Dear Student,

You cannot pursue a fashion design course from NIFT, Delhi unless you have completed at least class 12th! You can go for online design courses to strengthen your aptitude and skills. It would help you develop a basic knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator and CAD.

You can also complete your high school and then go for a diploma or certificate course in Fashion Design! Colleges such as Parul University, Gujarat, Vogue Institute of Art and Design (VIAD), Bangalore, LISAA School of Design (LISAA), Bangalore and ARCH College of Design & Business, Jaipur offer some top-notch short-term fashion design courses.

Do you have more questions? Either dial the helpline number 1800-572-9877 (toll-free) or write back to us in the QnA zone!

Thank You

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Samiksha Rautela, Content Team

-Answered on Mar-01-2021

Dear Student,

NIFT Entrance Exam has concluded on Feb 14, 2021, and candidates cannot apply for NIFT Admissions 2021 now. However, there are plenty of other upcoming entrance exams that can offer you admission 2021 to popular interior design colleges. Check out the list below:

Entrance Exam

Participating Colleges

Application Process

Preparation Strategy

IIAD Entrance Exam

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How to Apply for IIAD Entrance Exam

How to Prepare for IIAD Entrance Exam

NID DAT

NID DAT Colleges

How to Apply for NID DAT

How to Prepare for NID DAT

LPUNEST

NA

How to Apply for LPUNEST

How to Prepare for LPUNEST

SEED

SEED Colleges

How to Apply SEED

How to Prepare for SEED

You can also go through the Interior Designing Courses, Career Prospects, Salary & Colleges and Popular Career Options for Interior Designers in India!

To get any more assistance, just dial the toll-free number 1800-572-9877 (toll-free) or fill-up the Common Application Form. You can also write back your queries in the QnA zone.

Thank You

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