NTA NIFTEE 2026: Key Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
08 December 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date (No Late Fee) |
16 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Late Fee Payment |
19 January 2026 |
| Correction Date |
20-21 January 2026 |
| Exam Date |
08 February 2026 |
| Exam City Details |
29 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release |
04 February 2026 |
| Answer Key Release |
17 February 2026 |
| Result Declared Date |
20 March 2026 |
| Final Answer Key |
23 March 2026 Available Now |
Application Fee Details
| Category |
Fee (Single Programme) |
| Fee (Two Programmes) |
Fee |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
₹ 2000/- |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
₹ 3000/- |
| SC / ST / PH |
₹ 500/- |
| SC / ST / PH |
₹ 750/- |
Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limits (as on 01 August 2026)
| Criteria |
Details |
| Minimum Age |
N/A |
| Maximum Age (For B.Des & B.F.Tech) |
24 Years |
| M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech |
No Age Limit |
Age relaxation is applicable for All India Sainik School Admission (AISSEE) as per NTA regulations
NTA NIFTEE 2026: Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Course Name |
Eligibility Criteria |
| Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech.) |
Pass Class 12th with Mathematics as a subject, or hold a 3–4 year Engineering Diploma from a recognized institution. Must fulfill the required age criteria and be a citizen of India. |
| Master of Design (M. Des.) |
Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university, or a 3-year Diploma from NIFT or NID. Should meet the prescribed age limit and be a citizen of India. |
| Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M.) |
Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university, or a 3-year Diploma from NIFT or NID. Must fulfill the required age criteria and be an Indian citizen. |
| Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech.) |
Completed B.F.Tech from NIFT or hold a B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized university or institution. Must satisfy the age requirements and be a citizen of India. |
| Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) For Artisan Category |
Pass Class 12th from a recognized board, including NIOS, or possess a 3–4 year Diploma or an equivalent qualification. Must have a valid Artisan Card, fulfill the prescribed age limit, and be a citizen of India. |
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How to Check & Download NTA NIFTEE Final Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA)
- On the homepage, go to the Examination / Results / Answer Key section
- Find the notification or link that says “NIFTEE 2026 Final Answer Key.”
- Click on the Answer Key link when it becomes active
- You will be asked to log in using your Application Number / Registration Number and Date of Birth or Password
- After logging in, your provisional final answer key will be displayed on the screen
- Download and save the final answer key PDF for future reference
NTA NIFTEE 2026: Mode Of Selection
- 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
