ELIGIBILITY

FOR BACHELORS PROGRAM- DESIGN (B.DES) (4 YEARS)

• The +2 level examination in the 10+2 pattern of examination of any recognized Central/State board of secondary Examination, such as CBSE/ State Board.
• General Certificate Examination at the advanced A level.
• 3-4 years diploma recognized by AICTE, or a State Board of Technical Education.
• Maximum Age 23 years.

FOR BACHELORS PROGRAM – TECHNOLOGY (B.FTECH) (4 YEARS)

• The +2 level examination in the 10+2 pattern of examination of any recognized Central/State Board of Secondary Examination, such as Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, and Council for Indian School of Certificate Examination, New Delhi with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
• General Certificate Education (GCE) Examination (London/Cambridge/Sri-Lanka) at the advanced (A) level with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / International Baccalaureate (IB).
• 3 or 4-years diploma in any branch of Engineering recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education.

FOR MASTERS IN DESIGN (M.DES) 2 YEARS

• No Age Limit.
• Undergraduate Degree in any discipline from any Institute / University recognized by law in India.
• Undergraduate Diploma of minimum three years duration from NIFT / NID.

FOR MASTERS IN FASHION MANAGEMENT (MFM) 2 YEARS

• Undergraduate Degree in any discipline from any Institute / University recognized by law in India.
• Undergraduate Diploma of minimum three years duration from NIFT / NID.

FOR MASTERS IN FASHION TECHNOLOGY (M.FTECH) 2 YEARS

• B.F.Tech. from NIFT.
• B.E / B.Tech. From any Institute / University recognized by law in India.

ABOUT THE BACHELOR PROGRAMS

B. DES (BACHELORS IN DESIGN) (4 YEARS)

• Total Number of Seats: 2010
• The bachelors in design is a 4 year undergraduate program which orients students towards a solid grounding in the areas of Design, Technology and Management.
• The student has a choice to major in any of the disciplines below:
• Fashion Design
• Textile Design
• Knit Wear Design
• Fashion Communication
• Leather Design
• Accessory Design

FASHION DESIGN

• Total Number of Seats: 450 Seats
• Centres for Training: Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Kannur, Kolkata, New Delhi, Patna, RaeBareli, Shillong, Kangra, Jodhpur, Bubhaneswar, Srinagar
• A flagship program of NIFT, the Fashion Design program has played an influential role in the growth of the Indian fashion industry. In the 3 decades of its existence the graduates of the department have made remarkable presence in the Indian as well as global fashion scenario. The four-year program in Fashion Design aims to produce dynamic design professionals who can face the challenges of the ever-changing fashion industry. It also equips them with strong creative and technical skills related to the field of fashion, which empower them to adapt to an evolving fashion biosphere. The curriculum incorporates combination of experiential learning and hands-on training that enables integrated development.

TEXTILE DESIGN

• Total Number of Seats: 390 seats
• Centres for Training: Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Kannur, Kolkata, New Delhi, Patna, Kangra, Jodhpur, Bubhaneswar
• The Textile Design programme equips students with knowledge and hones their creativity and understanding of design application for apparel and home fashion industries. Woven, print design, embroidery and surface embellishment are the core textile subjects and together impart an extensive and versatile training for the students. The programme builds upon the integration of creative forces of design with textile technology, and also keeps in mind the historical, social and cultural contexts in which the designers work today. The structure integrates interdisciplinary learning to augment the skillset of the students and impart a holistic perspective to learning, thereby enabling access to a wide range of career paths and options.

FASHION COMMUNICATION

• Total Number of Seats: 120 Seats
• Centres for Training: Chennai, Kolkata, New Delhi, Raebareli
• The Leather Design Program at NIFT is unique in its structure and application to the Fashion, Footwear and Accessories Industry while focusing on an integrative design perspective within the Industry requirements.

ACCESSORY DESIGN

• Total Number of Seats: 420 Seats
• Centres for Training: Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Raebareli
• Accessory Design program is designed with a strategic philosophy of “Design for Business”. Accessories are personal objects, that relate functionally, conceptually and aesthetically to people and their environment. The education is imparted through exploring, processing and experimenting with thoughts, ideas & materials in order to establish a platform for new ideas and a powerful personal expression.

B.TECH (BACHELORS IN TECHNOLOGY)

• Total Number of Seats: 420 Seats
• Centres for Training: Bengaluru, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Kannur, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Patna, Kangra, Jodhpur, Bubhaneswar
• The Programme takes a rigorous scientific approach towards knowledge dissemination required to create well rounded industry ready professionals. The B.F.Tech (Apparel Production) graduates will cater to the multitude of demands placed on their shoulders by the apparel manufacturing industry. Due to the varied job profiles undertaken by the students, it has become imperative for the course to be flexible and innovative in its content offerings. Keeping the diverse nature of challenges faced by the industry, the course curriculum aims to introduce different essential streams including apparel manufacturing technology, information technology, quality management, etc.
• Specialization: Apparel Production

ABOUT THE MASTERS PROGRAMS

MASTERS PROGRAM (TOTAL NUMBER OF SEATS: 640 SEATS)

• M.Des (Masters in Design)
• MFM (Masters in Fashion Management)
• M.Tech (Masters in Technology)

MASTERS IN DESIGN (M.DES)

‘Master of Design’ degree caters to this multi-disciplinary and dynamic nature of job profiles that seek professionals who can work in versatile environments. Research is one of the tools that empower one to take up challenges, which may emerge in contemporary complex systems. Therefore, this course builds its specializations based on the foundation of design thinking and research practice.

Total Number of Seats: 120 Seats

Centres for Training: Bengaluru, Kannur, New Delhi

MASTERS IN FASHION MANAGEMENT (MFM)

The objective of the two year Master of Fashion Management (MFM) Programme (erstwhile AMM), started in 1987, is to develop leadership and managerial talents in the fields of management, marketing, merchandising and retailing, best suited to the requirements of the garment export, fashion and lifestyle and retail sectors. Students undergo in depth education in management, marketing, buying, merchandising (retail and export), retail operations, forecasting, international marketing, international trade practices and project formulation.

Total Number of Seats: 420 Seats

Centres for Training: Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Kannur, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Patna, Raebareli, Shillong, Jodhpur, Bubhaneswar

MASTERS OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY (MF.TECH)

The programme adopts a holistic approach towards cultivating postgraduate students meant for techno managerial roles in the fashion and allied manufacturing sector. In the initial courses the students from various engineering disciplines are oriented towards the apparel manufacturing industry as they learn various operations and processes involved. Concurrently the programme imparts managerial concepts related to operations. The curriculum introduces the students to the global scenario prevailing and its path taken through the years to gain an understanding of apparel manufacturing trade.

Total Number of Seats: 100 Seats

Centres for Training: Bengaluru, Chennai, Gandhinagar, New Delhi

ROUNDS OF EXAM TO BE CLEARED FOR VARIOUS DISCIPLINE

• B.DES
  • Written exam
  • Situation Test
• MFM
  • Written exam
  • GD/Interview
• BF.TECH
  • Written exam
• MF.TECH
  • Written exam
  • GD/Interview
• M.DES
  • Written exam
  • Situation Test
  • GD/Interview

Important tips

• Time management is as important as the quality of work
• Don’t forget to take a wrist watch to exam
• Carry some rough papers to examination hall if allowed
• Carry extra pencils to exam
• Use quality pencils like Steadlers
• Have enough sleep, the night before exam

STAY MAD

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