NIFT 2025 Analytical and Logical Ability Questions and Answers

National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam 2025 ( NIFT Entrance Exam )

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Analytical and Logical Ability is one of the important sections in the NIFT 2025 question paper. Here we bring you questions asked in the section with tips on how you can attempt them. Keep reading.

NIFT Analytical and Logical Ability Questions 2025 - The NIFT 2025 exam will be conducted by the NTA for admission to various design courses offered by the NIFT 2025 participating colleges.

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The NIFT 2025 written exams will be conducted on February 9, 2025. Note that the GAT paper is mandatory for all courses and will include Analytical and Logical Ability Questions. 

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Depending on the course option opted by the candidate, the weightage for the NIFT 2025 Analytical and Logical Ability section may vary.

For instance, the B.Des paper will have 15 and M.Des paper will have 25 questions from the section.

Q:   Where can I download NIFT sample papers?

A:
The candidate can download the official sample papers from the official NIFT website; the sample papers are available in the form of pdfs. Alternately, they may download the sample papers from this page. The sample papers are available in downloadable pdf format and can be downloaded simply by clicking on the relevant paper; no login is required. Leading coaching institutes like the Rathore Design Studio and Academy of Fashion And Art (AFA) also releases sample papers along with the answer keys that the candidate can download for practice. But these institutes may charge a fee for downloading the sample papers?

Q:   How many questions are asked in NIFT GAT?

A:

The exam pattern for NIFT GAT varies from one course to the other. The total number of questions asked in NIFT GAT are mentioned below: BDes: 100 questions BFTech: 150 questions MDes: 120 questions MFTech: 150 questions MFM: 150 questions Note that the GAT or the General Ability Test will be conducted in a computer-based mode. Questions will be objective-type. The GAT paper for the B. Des and M.Des programs will be of 120 minutes. However, the GAT paper for the B.FTech M.FTech and MFM courses will be for 180 minutes.

Q:   Can I download NIFT sample papers for free?

A:
The candidate can download the NIFT sample papers for free from the NFT official website - nift.ac.in/samplequestion. The free and official sample papers for the exam can also be download from this page. The sample papers are arranged programme and year-wise. To download the sample papers, the candidate simply needs to click on the relevant paper. Note that the is no need to log-in or create an applicant account for downloading the sample paper. Considering the free sample papers may contain only a limited number of questions, the candidate may also practice sample papers released by other authorities. For instance, sample papers of NIFT are released by coaching institutes like Rathore Design Studio.

Here we discuss the NIFT Analytical and Logical Ability questions and answers in detail. Keep reading.

NIFT GAT 2025 Exam Pattern 

Candidates appearing in the NIFT 2025 exam will have to answer questions from Analytical and Logical Ability section.

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The number of questions asked from the section per NIFT 2025 exam pattern is given in the table below.

Program

B.Des

M.Des

Paper

GAT

GAT

Mode of exam

Computer-based exam

Computer-based exam

Language

English/ Hindi

English/ Hindi

Test Duration

120 minutes

120 minutes

Sections

Number of Questions

Number of Questions

Communication Ability

40

30

English Comprehension

30

Quantitative Ability

20

20

Analytical and Logical Ability

15

25

General Knowledge and Current Affairs

25

15

TOTAL

100

120

NIFT 2025 Syllabus for Analytical Ability & Logical Ability

The test components, topics, and skill tested for the Analytical Ability and Logical Ability

Section of NIFT 2025 syllabus is given in the table below.

NIFT 2025 Exam Topic

Skill Tested

Key Pointer

Analytical Ability and Logical Ability

This sub-test is designed to test the candidate’s capacity for inference and logic from the given information and to evaluate the candidate’s ability to identify the given problem and apply reasoning in solving the core issues of the problem.

Concepts and practices of creative and lateral thinking are likely to be useful.

NIFT Analytical & Logical Ability 2025 - Overview

Questions in this section are grounded in fundamental concepts of logic, mathematics, and language, assessing your ability to:

  1. Apply Known Principles: Utilize established rules and concepts to arrive at a solution.
  2. Think Out-of-the-Box: Employ creative, unconventional thinking to resolve scenarios where standard rules don't apply.
  3. Analyze Information: Carefully examine the question to recognize patterns, relationships, and dependencies leading to the correct answer.
  4. Problem-Solve: Break down complex information, make inferences, and draw logical conclusions.
  5. Deductive and Inductive Reasoning:
  • Deductive: Draw specific conclusions from general principles.
  • Inductive: Make generalizations based on specific observations.

Developing these skills will help you excel in the logical reasoning sections of NIFT exams.

Q:   When will the NIFT sample papers be released?

A:

The sample papers for the NIFT 2025 exam are released on the official website of the institute - nift.ac.in. The sample papers are available for the GAT and CAT written exams.

Also, the sample papers are available for all the programs offered by the participating colleges - B. Des, M.Des M.FTech B.FTech and M. F. M. 

No login is required to download the sample papers. Simply click on the relevant sample paper. The sample papers are available in downloadable pdf format. It may be noted that the sample papers don't contain any solutions.

Note that sample papers for NIFT 2025 will be released once the exam notification is out or sometime thereabout. 

Q:   Where can I download NIFT's last 10 years' question papers?

A:
The article here contains the NIFT questions papers for the last 10 years along with the solutions and answer keys. The candidate can download the sample/ question papers and answer keys for free. Simply click on the relevant answer key/ question paper to download it; no log in is required. The NIFT questions papers contains fully solved solutions to all the questions asked in the undergraduate and postgraduate subjects. NIFT offers B. Des, M.Des B.FTech M.FTech and MFM courses. In this page, you can download the question papers for your respective programs.

Q:   What is the right time to solve NIFT sample papers?

A:

There is no specific time to start solving sample papers of NIFT. However, here are some suggestions as to when you can start solving sample papers.

  1. Once you complete a topic, you can take a sample paper and start solving the related problems.
  2. This way, as you move on in the preparation, go on solving the related questions.
  3. It is recommended to solve at least a few sample papers so that you properly understand the problem and the procedure to solve it.
  4. By the time you complete the syllabus, you must be able to solve the complete sample paper.

Q:   Where can I download NIFT sample papers with solutions?

A:
The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) publishes the sample papers of NIFT for all the courses offered at its 18 participating colleges. However, these official sample papers doesn't contain any solutions. However, there are many leading coaching institutes like the Rathore Design Studio and Academy of Fashion And Art (AFA) that releases sample papers along with the answer keys that the candidate can download for practice. To avail these sample papers, the candidate will have to pay a one-time fee. To download the sample papers, go to the coaching institute portal, may be fill a form, and make the payment.

Q:   Can NIFT sample papers be used as study material for the design entrance exam?

A:
The NIFT sample papers are meant to be used as practice material only. So, they can only be a part of the NIFT study material. To learn the basic concepts and theoretical aspects of the subject, you will still need to refer to NIFT text books. In addition to the sample and question papers released by the National Institute of Fashion Technology, the candidate may also solve sample papers published by leading publishers like Arihant. The main purpose of sample papers is to improve ones problem-solving and time-management skills. So, the sample papers will work best if they are used after the candidate has done a thorough study of the theoretical aspects of the subject.

NIFT Analytical & Logical Ability 2025 - Question Type

The NIFT 2025 question paper will include the following types of questions from the Analytical & Logical Ability section.

Question Type

Description

Verbal 

This category presents problems that can be solved mentally, without requiring written calculations or visual aids. Candidates must:


- Analyze information verbally

- Apply logical reasoning and critical thinking

- Deduce answers through mental processing


Examples include:


- Logical puzzles

- Wordplay and language-based problems

- Verbal analogies

- Reasoning-based riddles

- Mental math (simple calculations)


Key skills required:


- Quick mental processing

- Effective listening and comprehension

- Logical thinking and analysis

Image-based

This category assesses your ability to analyze and interpret visual information, including:


- Mirror images and reflections

- Paper folding and unfolding

- Geometric shapes and patterns

- 2D and 3D objects

- Symmetry and asymmetry


Tasks may include:


- Identifying identical or similar figures

- Detecting differences or anomalies

- Recognizing rotated or reflected images

- Completing incomplete shapes or patterns

- Determining spatial relationships


To succeed, candidates must:


- Carefully examine visual details

- Recognize patterns and symmetries

- Apply spatial reasoning and visualization skills

- Analyze and compare shapes and structures.


This category tests your visual perception, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Sequence-based

This question type presents a series of elements, such as:


- Numbers

- Alphabets

- People

- Colors

- Symbols


Candidates are then asked to:


- Identify patterns and relationships within the sequence

- Determine the next element or missing value

- Analyze the sequence to answer logical questions

Puzzles

This category encompasses problems that require organizing and arranging elements in specific configurations, such as:


- Seating arrangements

- Scheduling

- Sequential ordering

- Spatial arrangements

- Categorization


Examples include:


- Arranging people in rows or tables

- Ordering events in chronological sequence

- Organizing items in patterns or structures

- Allocating tasks or resources

- Grouping objects by attributes or characteristics

How to solve solve NIFT Analytical & Logical Ability Questions

To tackle questions from this section, you will have to follow these steps:

 

  • Understand: You need to read the question carefully and try to understand the context and theme.
  • Identify Patterns: Most questions have a specific pattern - relationships, sequences, or connections within the data.
  • Visualize: Create diagrams, charts, or mental images to clarify complex information.
  • Highlight Key Information: Underline or note crucial keywords and phrases. This exercise will ensure you focus on the task at hand and try to capture any underlying theme.
  • Make an Educated Guess: You can do it based on your intellect and conceptual understanding of the topic at hand.
  • Eliminate Options: Some questions will look improbable; rule them out.
  • Explore probable options or solutions: Try to figure out all the probable solutions and outcomes.
  • Compare and Contrast: Evaluate your answer against alternative possibilities.
  • Verify the result: Apply mathematical concepts and calculations to confirm your result.
  • Review and Refine: Double-check the answer for accuracy and logical consistency.

NIFT Previous Years’ Analytical & logical Questions:

Go thtough the previous years’ NIFT questions from the analytical and logical ability section given below.

Q. Find the missing number 1, 2, 10, 30, 260, ?

  1. 300
  2. 2350
  3. 4210
  4. 3130

Q. If BIHK: FILO :: JMRU: ?

  1. NVQY
  2. NRVY
  3. MQVY
  4. NQVY

Q. If ROME : 9, 12, 14, 22 :: STOP : ?

  1. 8, 7, 12, 11
  2. 19, 20, 15, 16
  3. 8, 12, 11, 16
  4. 8, 7, 11, 12

Q. If GATE : 22, 26, 7, 22 :: DOWN : ?

  1. 4, 13, 15, 14
  2. 4, 15, 23, 14
  3. 23, 13, 3, 13
  4. 23, 12, 4, 13

Q. Find the missing number 5, 11, 23, 47, 95, 191, ?

  1. 382
  2. 383
  3. 381
  4. 385

Q. In a class of 52 students, 20 students play football, 16 play hockey and 10 students play both the games. How many students play neither football nor hockey?

  1. 24
  2. 22
  3. 26
  4. 20

Q. Find the odd one among the following:

  1. 49
  2. 147
  3. 343
  4. 2401

Q. Find the odd one out

  1. REPLUP
  2. LOITEV
  3. RAEZU
  4. KOYNED

Q. Find the missing number 1, 4, 16, 64, 256, ?

  1. 1034
  2. 1044
  3. 1042
  4. 1024

 

Q. Insert the missing letter - A D G D I N I P ?

 

  1. W
  2. Y
  3. X
  4. Z
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