At a Glance
- Eligibility
- Class 12 Pass / Any Graduate
- Application Start Date
- 8 December 2025
- Application Last Date
- 6 January 2026
- Exam Date
- 8 February 2026
Quick Summary
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the Stage II Admit Card for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2026. The Stage II exam is scheduled for 26 April 2026.
NTA NIFT 2026 – Overview
National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2026 Stage II admit cards have been released by National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to various UG and PG Design programs. Applications were open from 08 December 2025 to 06 January 2026 at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/. The minimum qualification is Class 12 pass for UG courses and a Bachelor's Degree for PG courses. The base application fee was ₹2000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates for a single program, while SC/ST and PH candidates were exempted with a ₹500 fee.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam (NIFTEE) 2026 |
| Course Name(s) | B.Des, B.F.Tech, M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech, and PhD |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Stage I Exam Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Stage II Exam Date | 26 April 2026 |
| Stage II Admit Card | 22 April 2026 |
| Min. Qualification | Class 12 Pass (UG) / Any Graduate (PG) |
| Official Portal | exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/ |
Source: Official NTA NIFT 2026 Notification, National Testing Agency, December 2025. Download PDF
NTA NIFT 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
The complete schedule for NTA NIFT 2026 admissions and examination phases is provided below.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application Begin | 08 December 2025 | Done |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 06 January 2026 | Done |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 06 January 2026 | Done |
| With Late Payment Last Date | 10 January 2026 | Done |
| Application Correction Date | 12 – 14 January 2026 | Done |
| NIFT Stage I Exam Date | 08 February 2026 | Done |
| Answer Key Available | 17 February 2026 | Done |
| Result Declared (Stage I) | 20 March 2026 | Done |
| Stage II Admit Card Available | 22 April 2026 | Released |
| NIFT Stage II Exam Date | 26 April 2026 | Upcoming |
NTA NIFT 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee structure depends on the category and the number of programs applied for. Additional fees apply if more papers are added or for late submission.
| Category | Fee (For One Program) | Fee (For Two Programs) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2000 | ₹3000 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹500 | ₹750 |
| Late Fee Charge | ₹5000 (if applicable) | |
NTA NIFT 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the minimum age limit and educational qualifications to be eligible for NTA NIFT 2026 admissions.
Age Limit for NTA NIFT 2026
| Course Name | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| B.Des & B.F.Tech | 24 Years (as on 01/08/2026) |
| M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech & PhD | No Upper Age Limit |
Age relaxation is extra as per official NIFT Admissions 2026 rules.
Educational Qualification
| Course Name | Eligibility Details |
|---|---|
| B.Des & B.F.Tech | Passed / Appearing in 10+2 Intermediate Exam from any recognized board in India. |
| M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech & PhD | Passed / Appearing in an Under Graduate Degree from any recognized University / Institute in India. |
NTA NIFT Stage II Admit Card 2026 – How to Download
Candidates shortlisted for the Stage II examination must follow these steps to securely download their NTA NIFT 2026 Admit Card and verify their exam city.
- Visit Official Portal: Open the official NTA website at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/.
- Select Admit Card Link: Click on the specific Stage II admit card link for your stream (UG/PG, NLEA UG, or Artisans).
- Login Credentials: Enter your registered Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Security Pin: Input the captcha displayed on the screen and submit.
- Download & Print: Your Stage II Admit Card will appear. Download the PDF and take a color printout for the exam day.
Stage II Exam Date: 26 April 2026
NTA NIFT 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Resource | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Download Stage II Admit Card (UG/PG) | Click Here |
| Download Stage II Admit Card (NLEA UG) | Click Here |
| Download Stage II Admit Card (Artisans) | Click Here |
| Check Stage II Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Download Stage I Result | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/ |
