Common Mistakes to Avoid in Fashion Design Interviews

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Fashion Design Interviews

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Achyuth NambiarUpdated on 15 Oct 2025, 10:41 AM IST

Students who want to work in fashion design and who enjoy using color, fabric, and shape to communicate their ideas and designs in real time might be ready to be admitted to famous Indian universities that provide fashion design degrees. These universities consist of Pearl Academy, NID, NIFT, and others. Students must study and do well in the interview stages if they want to pass the test. Applicants can read this article to learn about some of the typical errors that should be avoided in the fashion design interview process.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Fashion Design Interviews
Common Mistakes to Avoid in Fashion Design Interviews

Some Common Mistakes to be avoided by students in Fashion Design Interview

  1. Weak Portfolio

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Preparing your portfolio is the most important element of the interview process as it shows examiners what abilities candidates have and therefore having a weak portfolio should be highly avoided. Avoid cluttered sketches or designs and focus on quality, original, and creatively presenting your portfolios.

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  1. Unoriginal Ideas

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Getting inspired is okay but copying ideas from platforms like Pinterest, Instagram or Google is highly discouraged. Students are needed to avoid this mistake as it can cost them their admissions. Work on showcasing your original ideas without hesitation as interviewers focus on your ability for creative designs.

  1. Avoid not reading on Fashion Basics

Avoid this mistake of not learning the basics of Fashion design, as it is asked in the interview process. Students should have a thorough understanding of elements of fashion, like color theory, silhouettes, fabrics, and draping.

  1. Avoid not focusing on General Awareness

Students should be aware of trends, designers, basic fashion terms, etc before the interview. Read on famous designers like Coco Chanel, Sabyasachi, Manish Malhotra, etc. Avoid not being aware about current trends and news related to the fashion industry.

  1. Unstructured Portfolio Presentation

Avoid presenting random sketches without showcasing the creative process behind it. Always structure your portfolio with: Theme, Inspiration/Moodboard, Design Process and Final Sketches or Prototypes.

  1. Avoid not being open to feedback

Students should avoid not being open to feedback or getting defensive or arguing during feedback as it is highly unappreciated. It is important to show that you are open to learning.

  1. Avoid not practicing Mock Interviews

Students should avoid not practicing with mock interviews enough as it will get you in the idea on how the interview works. It will also get you ready to draw a design idea on the instant and explain your ideas skillfully.

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Hello,

Yes, a diploma holder in Computer Engineering can apply for the NIFT entrance exam , but only through the lateral entry route.

NIFT allows candidates with a 3-year or 4-year engineering diploma from a recognized board to apply for B.F.Tech (Fashion Technology) through lateral entry. The diploma must be approved by AICTE or the State Technical Board.

The age limit is usually 24 years for the general category.

So yes, you are eligible, as Computer Engineering is an engineering diploma.

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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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Hello,

According to the sources, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) entrance exam for 2026 will be held in February 2026. Also, the registration period may open from November 2025.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Hello,
It’s completely understandable to feel disheartened after not getting a seat in the first and second rounds, especially when you’ve filled all the colleges and have your hopes set on a particular course like Fashion Communication . With an OBC rank of 1910 and CMR 7192, your chances can improve in the upcoming counselling rounds as more students withdraw or shift to other colleges.
So make sure to check the further rounds of counselling and don’t lose hope. Many students get seats in the 3rd, 4th, and mop-up rounds. You can also consider updating your preference list or keeping a wider range of courses and campuses open in case you're okay with related fields.
Keep checking the official NIFT website for updates on seat allotment and further counselling instructions.
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