Navigating NIFT 2025

With the NIFT 2025 results announced on April 24, 2025, aspiring designers are now gearing up for the next crucial phase: counselling and admissions. This guide provides a detailed overview of the NIFT 2025 counselling process, ensuring you stay informed and prepared.

NIFT 2025 Counselling Overview

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) conducts a centralized counselling process for admissions into its various undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The counselling is expected to commence between May and June 2025, following the completion of Stage II assessments, which include Situation Tests for B.Des candidates and Personal Interviews for PG candidates.

Tentative Counselling Schedule

While the official dates are yet to be confirmed, the counselling process typically follows this sequence:

1.    Online Registration & Document Submission: Candidates must sign up on the official NIFT portal and upload all required documents.

2.    Verification Process: The submitted documents are reviewed and validated by the admission authorities.

3.    Preference Selection & Locking: Candidates choose their desired programs and campuses, then finalize their selections.

4.    Seat Allocation: Seats are assigned according to candidate rankings and selected preferences.

Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation: Candidates pay the requisite fees to confirm their admission.

Subsequent rounds, including spot rounds, may be conducted to fill any remaining vacancies.

Steps to Participate in NIFT Counselling

1. Registration:
• Visit the official NIFT counselling portal.
• Enter your application number and date of birth to register.
• Fill in personal and academic details as required.
2. Document Upload:
• Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including:
• NIFT Admit Card
• Uploading of class 10^th and 12^th certificates.
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Medical Certificate
• Passport-sized Photograph
3. Choice Filling:
• Select your preferred courses and campuses in order of priority.
• Ensure choices are locked before the deadline.
4. Seat Allotment:
• Seat allocation will be done based on your merit rank and chosen preferences.
• You will receive an allotment letter detailing the course and campus.
5. Fee Payment:
• Submit the admission fee online to secure your allotted seat.
• Failure to pay within the stipulated time may result in seat cancellation

Official NIFT Counselling Portal: nift.ac.in

NIFT 2025 Results: exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT