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The NIFT entrance exam is one of the top design entrance exams in India. However, other than NIFT campuses, there are several private colleges that accept NIFT 2026 scores. In case of a low rank in the NIFT result 2026, candidates can apply to these colleges. Such candidates will also be required to appear for all components of the selection process of the respective institutes, such as portfolio review, studio test, interview and so on. In this article, let’s look at the colleges you can apply to with a low rank in the NIFT final result 2026.
With a valid score in the NIFT entrance exam, aspirants will be able to secure admission into BDes, MDes and other UG and PG design programmes.
There is no centralised counselling for private colleges accepting NIFT scores. Therefore, candidates have to separately apply to these colleges. Candidates may have to appear for an interview, portfolio evaluation or a studio test, depending on the selection process followed by the respective institute. Given below are some of the colleges you can apply to with a low rank in the NIFT 2026 final result.
UPES Dehradun
UPES Dehradun conducts the UPES DAT entrance exam for admission into its BDes and MDes programmes. Candidates with a low rank in the NIFT 2026 final result can also apply as the institute accepts scores from various entrance exams. Shortlisted candidates based on the entrance exam score have to appear for an interview and a portfolio presentation round to secure a seat at the institute.
Woxsen University
Last Date to Apply: 15th June | Ranked #45 amongst Universities in India by NIRF | Ranked #1 in Academic Reputation in India by QS World University Rankings
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Woxsen University conducts the Woxsen Design Test for admissions into its BDes and MDes programmes. However, as per the eligibility criteria prescribed by the university, it also accepts scores in NIFT. For candidates with a low rank in the NIF 2026 final result, Woxsen University is a good option. The shortlisted candidates have to appear for an interview round to secure final selection.
World University of Design, Sonepat
The World University of Design, Sonepat, conducts admissions through the WUD Design Aptitude Test. However, aspirants can also apply if they have a valid score in NIFT entrance exam. Shortlisted candidates have to appear for an interview round where an interview panel will evaluate the candidate’s portfolio and design aptitude
Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar
Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, conducts the LPU design admissions through its own entrance exam known as the LPUNEST. However, candidates with a low rank in the NIFT 2026 final result can also apply online on the official website - admission.lpu.in
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has determined the official date for NIFT 2026 applicant registrations, which is expected to open in November 2025. Online applications will be accepted through January 2026.
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