How to fill NIFT Application Form 2025 - Step-wise Process, Documents Required, Size & Format

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

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The application form correction facility for NIFT 2025 has been reopened. Candidates must check their eligibility before they apply for admission. Also, check out the step-wise application process, fees, exam center, and much more.   

How to fill NIFT Application Form 2025 - NTA has closed the application form for NIFT 2025. The application was released online at the NTA admission portal - exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT.

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The NIFT 2025 application form correction facility has been reopened. Corrections can be done from January 15-16, 2025 (11.50 pm).

Q:   When will the NIFT 2025 application form open?

A:

The online application form for NIFT 2025 is closed.

With regular fees, the application was open from November 22-January 6, 2025. With late fees, applications were accepted from Janaury 7-9, 2025.

The application was available online at niftadmissions.in. The NTA also released the detailed admission notification, including the eligibility criteria and information brochure.

Candidates who met the precribed eligibility criteria for their programme could fill out the NIFT 2025 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.

Q:   What is the last date to fill out the NIFT 2025 application form?

A:

The NTA has released the admission schedule for the NIFT 2025 entrance exam, including the application dates.

With regular fees, application were open from Nov 22-January 6, 2025. However, with late fees, application were accepted up to January 9, 2025.

Candidattes applying a late fee will have to pay an additional INR 5,000.

NIFT has released the program-wise eligibility criteria that candidate needs to meet for admission to the design programme they are applying to. The National Institute of Fashion Technology currently offers B. Des, M.Des B.FTech M.FTech, and MFM courses at its 18 participating NIFTs.

Q:   Will there be an option to edit the NIFT 2025 application form?

A:

The candidate was given the option to edit the NIFT 2025 application form from January 10-16, 2025.

Using the NIFT 2025 application edit option, the candidate was able to edit or correct some of the information in the application form. Some of the details the candidate can edit include - name, date of birth, category, state domicile, etc. However, the candidate is not allowed to edit the exam city. The schedule for the application correction will be notified by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) at its admission portal - niftadmissions.in.

While the NTA releases detailed guidelines for filling out the form, mistakes can and do happen during registration.

While some of the mistakes may be overlooked, for instance, if you select the wrong address, it may not cost you much, but if you choose the wrong category, for example, you might lose out on a probable seat!

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Again, entering the wrong academic credentials can also lead to the cancellation of applications. 

If you are not aware, all the information furnished by you will be verified at the time of NIFT counseling and seat allotment. If any anomaly is found, you face the risk of disqualification.

So, it is paramount that you fill out the NIFT 2025 application form correctly. We have explained the form-filling process in detail here. 

NTA will conduct NIFT 2025 entrance exam on February 9, 2025. 

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Document Checklist for filling out NIFT 2025 application form

You will need the following document when applying for the NIFT 2025 exam.

Document

File Size

Format

Photograph


Upload a recently scanned passport-size color photograph

File size - File size should be no more than 100KB.

jpeg only

Signature


The scanned signature should be in Blue/Black ink on a white background.

File size should be no more than 100KB.

jpeg only

Other items to keep ready before NIFT registration 2025

Q:   Will NTA alter information entered by the candidate in NIFT application form?

A:

The NTA will not edit/ modify/ alter any information entered by the candidate under any circumstances. It will also not entertain requests for change in information. So, you must exercise utmost caution when filling up the form.

Request for corrections made by any candidates through Post/Fax/ WhatsApp/ Email/ by hand will not be entertained by NTA.

Q:   How can I select exam centres when applying for NIFT 2025?

A:

The candidate will have to select an exam centre for NIFT 2025 when filling out the application form.

After completing the registration process, log in to the application portal and click on the exam centre selection option. Then select your preferred city from the drop down menu.

The NIFT 2025 exam will be conducted across 82 cities in India. Note that each of these exam cities may have one or more exam centres.

The name, address, and reporting time for the NIFT 2025 exam center will be mentioned in the admit card.

Q:   What are the documents needed for filling out the NIFT 2024 application form?

A:

The NIFT 2024 application form will open shortly. When filling out the form, the candidate will have to upload the following documents.

  • Self-attested certificates of qualifying examination, i.e.10+2/degree (marks sheet and certificate)

  • In case the candidate has appeared for qualifying exam/compartment (of final year/semester) and the result is due, the date sheet /admit card for examination has to be uploaded.

  • Birth certificate (Secondary School Mark Sheet & Certificate) (Original and Photocopy).

  • SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD certificate that is issued in the name of candidate.

  • Certificate of Medical Fitness to be signed by a Registered Medical Practitioner in the prescribed format.

  • Self declaration for seeking provisional admission only in case, the result of qualifying examination is yet to be declared.

 

Additionally, the candidate will also have to upload an undertaking regarding anti-ragging and refund of fees. 

Q:   Do I need to keep a photocopy/printout after filling out the NIFT 2025 application form?

A:

The application process for NIFT 2025 will be conducted online. After completing the application process, inclduing payment of fees, the candidate must download a printout of the application form.

In fact, the NIFT prospectus prescribes the candidate to “apply on time and keep a printout / photocopy of application form for further reference along with proof of payment.”

The NIFT 2024 application form is for admission to the B.Des, M.Des, B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M courses. There are 18 participating NIFTs that currently have a combined intake of 5289 seats.

Q:   How can I select exam centers when applying for NIFT 2025?

A:

The candidate will have to select an exam centre for NIFT 2025 when filling out the application form. After completing the registration process, log in to the application portal and click on the exam centre selection option. Then select your preferred city from the drop down menu. The NIFT 2024 exam will be conducted across 37 cities in India. Note that each of these exam cities may have one or more exam centres.

The candidate must also keep the following items handy before they start the application filling process.

  • An active email ID
  • Documents of the qualifying exams
  • Matriculation documents
  • Personal details, including address for communication, date of birth, category, etc. 
  • Disability Certificate (if applicable)
  • Details of Credit/Debit card in case of making payment online

Will I be disqualified if I upload wrong documents?

At the time of NIFT 2025 counseling, admission officials will conduct document verification. 

During the verification process, if any counterfeit or false information is found, the candidate may be disqualified from the admission process.

For instance, if you upload the signature of some other person, you will be disqualified if caught. Further, in some cases, criminal proceedings may also be brought against the candidate.

So, it is recommended that you upload correct and verifiable data when filling out the form.

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How to apply for NIFT 2025

The NIFT 2025 application form will be hosted at the NTA NIFT admission portal. To fill out the form, follow these steps.

1. Use your Aadhaar Details to Create a Login ID - Once you enter the correct Aadhaar details, you will get a verification code. Complete the verification process. Next enter your email ID, mobile number, and parent’s name. Note that the mobile number and email ID shared by you for registration will be used by NTA for all future correspondence.

2. Fill in the application form - Log in to the registration portal and fill in the rest of the form, including academic qualification, correspondence address, and personal information. Also, select a NIFT 2025 test center from the drop-down menu.

3. Upload documents - In this step, you will have to upload documents as per the given format and specification. The details can be found on the NIFT admission portal or you can check them in the table below.

Document

Description

Photograph

Upload a recent scanned passport size color photograph

File size - File size should be no more than 100KB.

Format - jpeg only

Signature

The scanned signature should be in Blue/Black ink on white background.

File size - File size should be no more than 100KB.

Format - jpeg only

Note: If you are seeking admission under reserved category, you need to upload the category certificate as well

4. Pay the application fee - This is the last step of the NIFT 2025 application process. The application fee of NIFT 2025 is category-specific. So, if you select the wrong category, the wrong fee will be displayed. Make sure that you select the right category. The application fee has to be paid online using payment options like UPI payment, credit card, debit card, net banking, etc.

Category-wise NIFT 2025 application fee

Category

NIFT 2025 Application Fee (non-refundable)

General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS Category

INR 3,000

SC/ ST/ PwD Category

INR 1,500

NIFT 2025 Application Correction Window

The NTA will also provide a window for candidates to make corrections to the NIFT 2025 application form from January 10-12, 2025. Using the correction window, you can make corrections to some of the particulars. However, you are not allowed to change the test city.

Details that can be corrected in NIFT 2025 application form 

Check the list of items you can edit in the NIFT application form in the table below:

Name

Mother's Name

Father's Name

Date of Birth

Gender

Nationality

State Domicile

Category

Present Address

Mobile Number

Qualification

Update Photograph/ Signature

Make Application Fee Payment

How to make corrections in NIFT 2025 application form

To make corrections in the NIFT application form, follow these steps.

  1. Go to the NTA admission portal
  2. Click on the application correction tab
  3. You will be redirected to a log-in page; log in using your application number and date of birth
  4. Once you are logged in, you can access the application form.
  5. Click on the segment you want to edit and then make the changes
  6. Once you are done with the edit work, save and submit the page.

It is recommended that candidates apply for NIFT 2025 within the given deadline. Note that in the previous edition of the exam, the edit option was not available for some candidate who applied during the extended window. 

NIFT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The candidate must carefully go through the eligibility criteria of NIFT 2025 for the program they are applying to.

Eligibility criteria for B.Des

Program

B.Des

Age

The candidate should be less than 24 years as of 1st August of the admission year.

Relaxation: 5-year relaxation in the upper age limit for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

Academic Eligibility

10+2 exam from any recognized institute.


OR

Cleared Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects.


OR

Obtained a 3 or 4-year diploma recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education.


OR

Passed any Public School/ Board/ University Examination in India or in foreign countries recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to a 10+2 system


OR

General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/ Cambridge/ Sri-Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level/ International Baccalaureate

NIFT Eligibility Criteria 2025 - Master's Courses

Parameter

M.Des and M.F.M courses

M.F.Tech. course

Age limit

There is no age bar.

There is no age bar.

Academic Qualification

Undergraduate Degree in any discipline from any Institute / University recognized by law in India


or


Undergraduate Diploma of minimum three years duration from NIFT / NID.

B.F.Tech. from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)


or


B.E / B.Tech. from any Institute / University recognized by law in India.

NIFT 2025 Exam Date and OTHER Updates

The NTA will conduct the written exams for NIFT 2025 on February 9, 2025. The written exams will be administered in an offline-based mode in 60 cities across the country.

The candidate can select their choice of exam city when filling out the application form.

Note that the details of the NIFT 2025 exam center allocated to the candidate will be mentioned in the NIF 2025 admit card. The admit card in addition will also contain information like exam center reporting time, roll number, exam-day guidelines, and more.

The scores of the NIFT 2025 written exam will be used to shortlist candidates for a Situation Test/ Personal Interview.

The FINAL results of NIFT 2025 will be prepared by giving weightage to the written exam and Situation Test/ PI.

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