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    NIFT Application Form 2027 for Artisans Category: Registration, Eligibility, How to Apply

    NIFT Application Form 2027 for Artisans Category: Registration, Eligibility, How to Apply

    Tekumalla AvinashramUpdated on 11 May 2026, 04:49 PM IST

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the applications for the NIFT 2027 artisans category on its official website - exams.nta.nic.in/niftee. Candidates belonging to the artisans category should fill out the NIFT application form 2027 from the official website. NTA authorities will release the NIFT 2027 artisan category important dates during the notification release. The NIFT registration 2027 for the artisan category is conducted separately from the regular NIFT registrations. Candidates from the artisan category applying for NIFT 2027 have to appear for the Artisan Skill Test and the Personal Interview. Such candidates are not required ot appear for the NIFT entrance exam conducted for regular candidates. Read the complete article by Careers360 to know about NIFT 2027 artisan category applications and other important details.

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    1. NIFT 2027 Registration Dates
    2. Steps to apply for the NIFT application form 2027 for artisans
    3. Who is eligible to apply for the NIFT Artisans 2027 exam?
    NIFT Application Form 2027 for Artisans Category: Registration, Eligibility, How to Apply
    NIFT 2027 Registration for Artisans Category

    NIFT 2027 Registration Dates

    Particulars

    Dates (Tentative)

    NIFT 2027 registrations open

    December, 2026

    Last date for NIFT exam registration for artisans

    February, 2027

    Artisan Skill Test, Personal Interview, and Documents

    April 2027

    Steps to apply for the NIFT application form 2027 for artisans

    To fill out the NIFT 2027 entrance exam form, candidates have to follow the steps given below:

    • Visit nift.ac.in or exams.nta.nic.in/niftee
    • Click on the link to fill out the NIFT registration form 2027
    • Complete the registration process by submitting basic details such as name, gender, email ID, and mobile number.
    • Upon successful registration, an application number will be generated. Create a password and proceed towards filling out the detailed application form of NIFT 2027.
    • While filling out the NIFT 2027 application form, candidates will have to submit personal, academic, and communication details. Also, upload relevant documents as per specifications.
    • Finally, make the application fee payment before the NIFT 2027 registration submission.

    NIFT Registration 2027 Fees

    Here are the NIFT 2027 registration fees for the artisan category based on the previous year's data. Candidates can visit the official website to check the updated information.

    Category

    NIFT Registration Fee 2026 (INR)

    Open / Open-EWS/OBC(NCL)* (for either B.Des. or B.F.Tech. or MFM or M.Des. or M.F.Tech. or PhD.)

    2000

    SC / ST / PwD for either B.Des. or B.F.Tech. or MFM or M.Des. or M.F.Tech. Ph.D.

    500

    Open/Open-EWS/OBC (NCL) applying for two programmes, i.e. B.Des. and B.F.Tech. or MFM and M.Des

    3000

    SC / ST / PwD applying for two programmes, i.e. B.Des. and B.F.Tech. or MFM and M.Des

    750

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    Who is eligible to apply for the NIFT Artisans 2027 exam?

    The authorities will release the eligibility criteria for Bachelor's Programmes (B.Des.) for Artisans through the official brochure 2027. Meanwhile, candidates can refer to the eligibility criteria as per the previous year.

    Age Limit - The Maximum age should be less than 24 years as on 1st August of the year of Admission. The upper age limit may be relaxed by a period of 5 (five) years for candidates of the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/ Person with Disability (PWD) categories.

    Education Qualification

    • The plus 2 level examination in the 10+2 pattern of examination of any recognised Central/State Board of Secondary Examination, such as Central Board of Secondary Education / State Board, New Delhi / Council for Indian School of Certificate Examination, New Delhi. OR
    • A pass grade in the Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Open School with a minimum of five subjects. OR
    • Any Public School/Board/University Examination in India or in foreign countries recognised by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to the 10+2 system. AND
    • Artisan Photo identity card of Self / Parent (Father/ Mother) issued by Development Commissioner (Handicraft), or Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles or State Government.
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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When will the NIFT 2027 application form for artisan category open?
    A:

    The NIFT 2027 application form for the artisan category will be opened tentatively in December 2026 on its official website.

    Q: What are components of the NIFT selection process for artisan category?
    A:

    The components of the NIFT selection process for artisans includes an artisan skill test, write up and a personal interview.

    Q: What are the NIFT progammes available for artisans?
    A:

    The artisans category candidates will be admitted into the B.Des programmes.

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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

    Hello aspirant,

    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.

    For complete information, you can visit our site through following link:

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