NIFT Bangalore UG, PG, Certificate Courses 2025

Yes, admissions are open at NIFT Bangalore. Here is some information about the admission process at NIFT Bangalore:

• Admissions to UG and PG courses at NIFT Bangalore are based on candidates' performance in the NIFT entrance exam
• The NIFT entrance exam consists of the General Ability Test (GAT), Creative Ability Test (CAT), Situation Test or Group Discussion, and Personal Interview.
• Candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria before applying to NIFT Bangalore.
• After applying, candidates must participate in the counseling procedure, and admission is granted following the verification of documents and payment of fees.

NIFT 2024 tentatively in the 1st week of November 2023. The application form will open online at niftadmissions. In. The National Institute of Fashion Technology will also release the detailed admission notification, including the eligibility criteria, at the time of release of the application form or sometime thereabout. Candidates who meet the precribed eligibility criteria for their programme can fill out the NIFT 2024 application form before the last date. Note that NIFT application form will be for admission to the B. Des, M.Des B.FTech M.FTech and MFM courses offered by participating colleges.

{Source: B.Des students & alumni}

Placement Cell Assistance

Here's how the placement cell for B.Des at NIFT Bangalore assists students in getting placed:

* Industry-readiness: The course curriculum at NIFT Bangalore is relevant and prepares students for the industry. This indicates that the placement cell focuses on providing students with practical skills and knowledge that are valuable to potential employers.
* Faculty guidance: The faculty at NIFT Bangalore is supportive and helps students prepare for placements. This suggests that the placement cell involves faculty members who can guide students in their career choices and job applications.

Note: Unfortunately, there are no additional details provided regarding the specific assistance offered by the placement cell, such as training programs, internship opportunities, or interview preparation resources.

NIFT 2025 cut off list will include details like the opening and closing ranks of candidates for each participating institute and category. Among the various categories for which the cut-off would be released include General, SC, ST, OBC-NCl, Domicile, and PwD categories. The candidate needs to consult the cut-off for their respective categories for the programme they are seeking admission to.

The opening rank is the highest rank for which the seat has been allocated. On the other hand, the closing rank is the minimum rank for which admission is allocated. Only such candidates who secure a rank equal to or higher than the closing rank will get admission.

NIFT Bangalore offers a B.Des and B.F.Tech course with specializations in Textile Design, Fashion & Lifestyle Accessories, Knitwear Design, Fashion Communication and Fashion Design a duration of four years and postgraduate level of study for two years. Admission to the same is made on the basis of entrance exams conducted by the college itself.

There's no top course as such, all the courses are best in itself because they provide you with ample opportunities and great exposure to Fashion World.

NIFT, Bangalore is a popular college and thus many popular companies take part in its placement drive like Landmark Group, Trident Group, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, Navi Technologies Pvt. Ltd, Infosys, Wipro, Trent Limited - A Tata Enterprise, Blackberrys, Decathlon India, etc., There were in all 2100 offers to the students with an average package of 3 LPA. A lot of students also opt for off-campus placements which has also offered great packages in NIFT Banagalore.

BDes at National institute of Fashion Technology Bangalore offers 6 courses under BDes:

BDes in Fashion Design - no.of seats 43

B Design ( lateral entry) - no.of seats 15

BDes in Fashion Communication - no.of seats 43

BDes in Textile Design - no.of seats 43

BDes in Accessory Design - no.of seats 43

BDes in Knitwear Design - no.of seats 43

Candidates seeking admission to the BDes programme of NIFT Bangalore have to appear for the NIFT Entrance test that comprises of CAT and GAT. The eligibility criteria for NIFT is mentioned below:

Course

Eligibility Criteria

BDes

Qualifying exam: NIFT Entrance Exam Class 12 in any stream or equivalent from a recognised board Or General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/Cambridge/Sri-Lanka) at the advanced (A) level with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / International Baccalaureate (IB) Age limit: Less than 24 years as on August 1 of the year of Admission. 5 years of relaxation for SC/ST/ PwD category candidates

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Bangalore offers a Master of Design (M.Des) program. Admissions to the M.Des program at NIFT Bangalore are based on candidates’ performance in the NIFT entrance exam. This exam comprises the General Ability Test (GAT), Creative Ability Test (CAT), Situation Test or Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. The last closing rank for admission in MDes in the year 2021 was 58 and in the year 2022 was 74.

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Bhubaneswar is a well-known fashion and design campus that was founded in 2010. India Today 2022 has placed NIFT Bhubaneswar at 15 positions. The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Bhubaneswar provides undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) degrees. NIFT has a high placement record, and leading corporations visit the institution every year to choose students from various disciplines.

NIFT Bengaluru (also known as NIFT Bangalore), was established in 1997 and is known for disseminating knowledge related to the Fashion Technology field among students. It is an autonomous government institute. The Institute has been ranked 3 for Fashion Design by India Today 2022 rankings. NIFT offers BDes, MFM, MFT and MDes in various specialisations. It also offers various continuing education programmes. The institute has not released the placement report for the year 2023. As per external sources, the highest offered was INR 5 LPA during NIFT Bengaluru during the placement drive in 2022.

Candidates can use the above-mentioned information to choose between NIFT Bangalore and NIFT Bhubaneswar.

There are no official placement reports or brochures. As per the details gathered from unofficial sources, 85% of the batch was placed in recent years. The highest package offered was INR 12 LPA. Check the complete insights of NIFT Bangalore placements from the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics
the highest package	INR 12 LPA
the lowest package	INR 4 LPA
Average package	INR 8 LPA
Placement rate	85%
Popular recruiters	Louis Vuitton, Tommy Hilfiger, FabIndia

NOTE: The above placement data is gathered from the Shiksha students' review. 

Yes, there are seat reservations in NIFT Bangalore.NIFT reserves certain seats for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/GEN-EWS and PwD category. Approximately 27% students seat are reserved in NIFT Bangalore, and all these criteria are as per the rules of GOI and student ministry. For further updates, one can check the pdfs uploaded by NIFT all around. 

Candidates need to submit certain documents for verification purposes at the time of admission. The list of documents required during the admission process is:

1. Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
2. Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
3. UG degree (for PG courses)
4. Identity proof
5. Transfer certificate
6. Passport-size photograph

The table below depicts the NIFT Bangalore the highest package for reference:

Particulars	Placement Statistics
the highest package	INR 12 LPA

NOTE: The above salary details are fetched from the Shiksha students' review. 

According to the data a total of 43 seats are there in NIFT Bangalore in a year.The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Bangalore offers a Master of Design (M.Des.) program that prepares graduates for key positions in large fashion, design, or corporate houses in areas such as craft, textiles, special needs, publications, media, lifestyle products, graphics, user experience design, curation of exhibitions and cultural festivals, as well as developmental sector, publication, media writing and design, user-centered design, and research and development in government and private sectors. The program is two years long and requires an undergraduate degree in any discipline from any institute or university recognized by law in India or an undergraduate diploma of minimum three years duration from NIFT or NID. The total tuition fees for the program are INR 5.86 Lakh

When you're comparing M.Des programs at NIFT Bangalore and Pearl Academy Bengaluru, it's like picking between two good options. But I will go with NIFT for sure! It has better recognition and vast placement opportunities. The statutory institute was set up in 1986 under the aegis of Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.When comparing M.Des programs at NIFT Bangalore and Pearl Academy Bengaluru, both are good options. However, NIFT is a national institute that provides more exposure and advantages, and offers a better alumni base than Pearl Academy. NIFT is recognized worldwide and offers immense exposure and internships, which help students to know the real situation. The faculty at NIFT is highly experienced, which helps in better industry exposure. Pearl Academy is considered one of the best fashion designing colleges in Delhi. Therefore, it depends on individual preferences and priorities when choosing between the two institutions.

NIFT Bangalore accepts NIFT Cutoff for admission to BDes, MDes, BFTech, MFTech, and MFM courses. The NIFT Bangalore NIFT Cutoff was released for Round 3, for B.Des, B.F.Tech and M.Des courses. The Cutoff is released in the form of Opening and Closing for different categories under the AI Quota. The most competitive course for the General AI category candidates was M.Des, with the Cutoff rank of 75. 

Candidates can refer to the table below to check the NIFT Bangalore 2024 Cutoff for different courses, for the General AI category candidates:

Course	2024
B.Des. in Fashion Design	256
B.F.Tech. in Apparel Production	152
Master of Design (M.Des.)	75

 

Well, for Indian citizen it 1.7 Lacs per semester and INR 3,50,000 - 4,00,000/- Per year (including 2 semester) and for NRI it is around 9,00,000/- per year as per 2022-23. You can see more details on there official page.The fee for the Master of Design (M.Des) program at NIFT Bangalore is Rs 5.86 Lakh for the entire course. This fee includes a one-time payment that consists of a security deposit (refundable) and a registration fee of Rs 21,300. The course duration is 2 years (Full Time).

There are no official placement statistics. As per unofficial sources, 85% of students were placed in recent years and the highest package offered was INR 12 LPA. The table below mentions the NIFT Bangalore placement data:

Particulars	Placement Statistics
the highest package	INR 12 LPA
Placement rate	85%

NOTE: The above placement data is gathered from the Shiksha students' review. 

Yes, there are facilities of both hostel and PGs near NIFT, Bangalore. Hostel accommodation is available for girls only and for 1st year students itself, boys can opt for PGs outside college. The hostel facilities include a room with cot, almirah, chairs, table, Wi-fi, water availabilty, mess, and security. For girls students of rest years and boys, there are PGs around for stay. They are cost-effective and luxurious too depending on the types of room, and facilities provided. All PGs provide the basic amenities and requirements to students staying. Some are Modesto House, Shanghai House, Rimini House, etc., Rest can be searched through maps depending on choice.