NTA NIFTEE Examination 2026: Key Details
| 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 |
04 February 2026 |
| Answer Key |
17 February 2026 (Available Now) |
| Result Declaration Date |
Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee Details
| Category |
Fee (Single Programme) |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
₹ 2000/- |
| SC / ST / PH |
₹ 500/- |
| Category |
Fee (Two Programmes) |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
₹ 3000/- |
| 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)
| Category |
Age Limit |
| 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 |
NTA provides age relaxation for the All India Sainik School Admission (AISSEE) as per their regulations
NTA NIFTEE Online Form 2026: Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Course Name |
Eligibility Criteria |
| 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 citizens of India as per official guidelines. |
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How to Check & Download NTA NIFTEE Stage I 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 Stage I 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 answer key and your response sheet will be displayed on the screen
- Download and save the answer key PDF for future reference
- You can also print a copy if you want to calculate your expected score offline
NTA NIFTEE Online Form 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
