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Ministry Of Textiles has invited online applications for National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination 2026. The online application window runs from 08 Dec 2025 to 06 Jan 2026.
The upper age limit is generally 24 years; category-wise age relaxation applies as per the rules (see the Age Limits section below). Candidates must pay an application fee of ₹2,000 for Gen / OBC / EWS (Single Programme); ₹3,000 for Gen / OBC / EWS (For Two Programme); ₹500 for SC / ST / PH (Single Programme); ₹750 for SC / ST / PH (For Two Programme).
The selection process consists of Mode Of Selection.
Check the Important Dates, eligibility and Important Links sections below for full details and the official application link. Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server load. Our step-by-step guides walk you through the process, and you can resize your photo and signature with our free tools before applying. Always verify every detail from the official notification before applying.
Online Apply Start Date: 08-12-2025
Online Apply Last Date: 06-01-2026
Last Date For Late Fee Payment: 10-01-2026
Correction Date: - (20-21 January 2026)
Exam Date: 08-02-2026
Exam City Details: - (29 January 2026)
Admit Card: - (04 February 2026)
Answer Key: - (17 February 2026 Available Now)
Result Declared Date: - (20 March 2026)
Final Answer Key: - (23 March 2026)
Stage-II Exam Date: - (26 April 2026)
Stage-II Exam City Details: - (18 April 2026)
Stage-II Admit Card: - (22 April 2026 Available Now)
Stage-II Result Declared Date: - (Will Be Updated Here Soon)
Candidates are advised to confirm from the NTA official website.: -
For Gen / OBC / EWS (Single Programme) 2,000.00 [Online]
For Gen / OBC / EWS (For Two Programme) 3,000.00 [Online]
For SC / ST / PH (Single Programme) 500.00 [Online]
For SC / ST / PH (For Two Programme) 750.00 [Online] — You can make the payment using the following methods: Debit Card Credit Card Internet Banking IMPS Cash Card / Mobile Wallet (Debit Card Credit Card Internet Banking IMPS Cash Card / Mobile Wallet)
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech : No Age Limit | - | - | No Age Limit |
| (For B.Des & B.F.Tech) | - | 24 | NTA provides age relaxation for the All India Sainik School Admission (AISSEE) Admission as per their regulations. |
The minimum educational qualification required is 12th / Intermediate.
The last date to apply is 10 Jan 2026.
Online applications start on 08 Dec 2025.
The upper age limit is generally 24 years, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
The application fee is — For Gen / OBC / EWS (Single Programme): ₹2,000; For Gen / OBC / EWS (For Two Programme): ₹3,000; For SC / ST / PH (Single Programme): ₹500; For SC / ST / PH (For Two Programme): ₹750.
Selection is based on Mode Of Selection.
To apply for National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination 2026, open the official website via the “Apply on Official Website” link on this page, register, fill in the application form, upload the required documents, pay the fee (if applicable), and submit before 10 Jan 2026.