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One of the important aspects of the NIFT exam pattern is the marking scheme followed in the exam. There is negative marking in the NIFT entrance exam, which will have a significant impact on the candidate's preparation strategy and prospects in the exam. Candidates appearing for NIFT 2026 can check the details of NIFT 2026 negative marking in the information brochure. Go through the full article to know the negative marking in NIFT 2026, section-wise weightage, and more.
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NIFT entrance exam has two stages, namely, GAT and CAT as given below.
The NIFT scoring system comprises the following weightages for GAT, CAT & other tests based on the course as below.
| Programme | Test | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
BDes | GAT | 30% |
| CAT | 50% | |
| Situation test | 20% | |
BFTech | GAT (Sec –A) | 30% |
GAT (Sec –B) | 70% | |
B. F.Tech candidates opting for B.Des | GAT (Sec –A) | 30% |
| CAT | 50% | |
| Situation test | 20% | |
M.F.M | GAT (Sec-A & Sec-B) | 70% |
| Personal interview | 30% | |
M.Des | GAT (Sec –A) | 30% |
| CAT | 40% | |
| Personal interview | 30% | |
M.F.M candidates opting for M.Des | GAT (Sec-A) | 30% |
| CAT | 40% | |
| Personal interview | 30% | |
M.F.Tech. | GAT | 70% |
| Personal interview | 30% |
Yes, the NIFT negative marking scheme is applicable for the GAT (General Ability Test) section only. As per NIFT 2026 exam pattern, the GAT section includes NIFT multiple choice questions with choices to mark the answer.
The wrong answers marked in the NIFT GAT test have a negative marking. The negative marking will be -0.25 for every wrong answer. For unanswered questions, no marks will be deducted. This NIFT negative marking policy is applicable for both UG and PG courses.
The NIFT Creative Ability Test is a pen-and-paper-based subjective test that includes sketching and drawing. Hence, the NIFT negative marking scheme for the CAT section is not applicable.
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As the NIFT GAT section has negative marking, candidates are advised to concentrate on the accuracy of the answers which they are marking of. Aspirants need to be confident in marking the correct answers only and do not guess the answer if it is unknown. To avoid the NIFT negative marking, candidates should practise the NIFT GAT syllabus thoroughly that consists of the NIFT objective questions part.
The NIFT negative marking policy ensures that the candidate should prepare well for the exam by understanding the NIFT 2026 syllabus and save time in answering the questions.
Candidates need to know the marks distribution in NIFT for each question. As the objective type test - GAT will have negative marking, the marks distribution in NIFT is classified as +1 for every right answer and -0.25 negative marking for every wrong answer.
The total number of NIFT objective questions for each programme are as follows.
Programme | Total no. of questions | |
GAT Section - A | GAT Section - B | |
BDes | 100 | - |
BFTech | 100 | 50 |
MDes | 120 | - |
MFTech | 150 | - |
MFM | 120 | 30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The NIFT negative marking policy is +1 for every correct answer and -0.25 negative marking for every wrong answer.
The NIFT GAT section has the negative marking scheme.
Yes, the NIFT objective questions have negative marking applicable in it.
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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
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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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