📌 Eligibility

• UG Programs (B.Des / B.FTech):
  • Must have passed 10+2 (any stream for B.Des; Science/Maths for B.FTech).
  • Age limit: 23 years (5 years relaxation for SC/ST/PwD).
• PG Programs (M.Des / M.FTech / MFM):
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
  • No age limit.

📌 Exam Pattern

• Phase 1:
  • CAT (Creative Ability Test) → Drawing, design ability, creative thinking.
  • GAT (General Ability Test) → Quantitative ability, communication, English, GK, analytical ability.
• Phase 2:
  • Situation Test (UG only) → Hands-on model making with materials.
  • Group Discussion/Personal Interview (PG only).

📌 Syllabus

• Drawing & sketching, design aptitude, visualization.
• GK related to fashion & current affairs.
• Quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, English comprehension.

📌 Exam Timeline

• Applications: Dec–Jan
• Exam: Feb
• Results: March–April

📌 Application

• Online via nift.ac.in
• Upload documents, photos, signature, pay fee online.

📌 Selection Process

• UG: CAT + GAT + Situation Test.
• PG: CAT + GAT + GD/PI.