The last date to apply for NTA NIFTEE Stage-I Admit Card 2026 Exam is 16 January 2026. Apply before the deadline to avoid last-minute rush.

| Post Name | Eligibility | |----------|----------| | Bachelor of Design (B.Des) | Candidates must have passed Class 12th from any recognized board, including NIOS, or must hold a 3–4 year diploma or an equivalent qualification approved by a recognized authority. Applicants must also meet the prescribed age limit, follow the official guidelines, and be Indian citizens to apply. | | Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech.) | Candidates must have passed Class 12th with Mathematics as a subject, or they must hold a 3–4 year Engineering Diploma from a recognized institution. Applicants must also fulfill the required age criteria and must be citizens of India to be considered eligible. | | Master of Design (M. Des.) | Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university, or they must possess a 3-year Diploma from NIFT or NID. Applicants should also meet the prescribed age limit and must be citizens of India to qualify for the application process. | | Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M.) | Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university, or a 3-year Diploma from NIFT or NID to be eligible. Along with the educational qualification, applicants must also fulfill the required age criteria and be Indian citizens as per official guidelines. | | Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech.) | Candidates must have completed B.F.Tech from NIFT or hold a B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized university or institution. Applicants must also satisfy the age requirements and be citizens of India as per official rules. | | Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) For Artisan Category | Candidates must have passed Class 12th from a recognized board, including NIOS, or possess a 3–4 year Diploma or an equivalent qualification. Additionally, applicants must have a valid Artisan Card. Along with the educational criteria, candidates must also fulfill the prescribed age limit and be cit... |

Step 1: Visit the official website. Step 2: Register with valid email/mobile. Step 3: Fill the application form. Step 4: Upload photo & signature. Step 5: Pay application fee. Step 6: Submit and download confirmation.

UG Programmes : For B.Des, candidates must appear in GAT, CAT, and Situation Test. The weightage is CAT 50%, GAT 30%, and Situation Test 20%. For B.F.Tech, candidates only need to appear in GAT. PG Programmes : For M.Des, candidates must appear in GAT, CAT, and a Personal Interview. For MFM and M.F.Tech, candidates must appear in GAT and a Personal Interview. Marking Scheme : Each correct answer earns 1 mark, each wrong answer deducts 0.25 marks, and no marks are awarded for unattempted questions.

For Gen / OBC / EWS (Single Programme) : ₹ 2000/- For Gen / OBC / EWS (For Two Programme) : ₹ 3000/- For SC / ST / PH (Single Programme) : ₹ 500/- For SC / ST / PH (For Two Programme) : ₹ 750/-