National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kolkata

NIFT lateral entry admission (NLEA) provides an opportunity to candidates who have completed their Diploma in relevant / related fields of Design & Technology for direct admission to the third semester of UG programmes of NIFT at NIFT campuses.
Eligibility criteria : Passed Secondary School Examination/10th AND Passed 3 or 4-years diploma recognized by AICTE/AIU/UGC or a State Board of Technical Education in courses related to Fashion / Apparel / Textile and Accessories / Home Science/ Hand loom Technology / Products / Visual Communication / Graphic Design / Industrial Design / Interior Design / Multimedia Design / Apparel Technology / Leather/ Fine arts.
The candidates who have acquired Diploma/Degree will compete at an All India Entrance Exam to get lateral admission in the 3rd semester of UG programmes of NIFT. The admission to these candidates will be strictly on merit which will be prepared based on the performance of candidates in written test, studio test/technology aptitude test, and a personal interview. The candidates selected through lateral entry will
join the regular UG students of NIFT in their second year for seats.
So if you are meeting the above eligibility criteria than can be eligible for All India Entrance Exam.

The eligibility criteria of M.Des of NIFT is given below: Eligibility criteria: Undergraduate degree in any discipline from any university or institute which is recognized by the Indian government. Master of Design (M.Des.) is an advanced course that demands an understanding of fundamentals in design and presupposes that candidates would be familiar with the basic skills and theories for successful completion of the programme. The course would not provide any basic knowledge and skill development in design as a part of its Masters programme. Note: Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply provided: (a) That they produce a proof of having acquired the minimum prescribed qualifications at the time of counselling/ admission.