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    NIFT Application Form 2026 for Artisans Category Out: Registration (Open), Eligibility, How to Apply

    NIFT Application Form 2026 for Artisans Category Out: Registration (Open), Eligibility, How to Apply

    Achyuth NambiarUpdated on 31 Jan 2026, 09:22 AM IST

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the applications for the NIFT 2026 artisans category in online mode on December 8, 2025. Aspirants belonging to the artisans category can fill the NIFT application form 2026 from the official website - exams.nta.nic.in/niftee. The deadline to complete NIFT 2026 registration is February 28, 2026. The NIFT registration 2026 for artisan category is conducted separately from the regular NIFT registrations. Candidates from the artisan category applying for NIFT 2026 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.

    This Story also Contains

    1. NIFT 2026 Registration Dates
    2. Steps to apply for NIFT application form 2026 for artisans
    3. Who is eligible to apply for the NIFT Artisans 2026 exam?
    NIFT Application Form 2026 for Artisans Category Out: Registration (Open), Eligibility, How to Apply
    NIFT Registration for Artisans Category

    NIFT 2026 Registration Dates

    Particulars

    Dates

    Start of NIFT registrations 2026

    December 8, 2025

    Last date for NIFT exam registration for artisans

    February 28, 2026

    Artisan Skill Test, Personal Interview, and Documents

    April 2026

    Steps to apply for NIFT application form 2026 for artisans

    To fill out the NIFT 2026 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 NIFT registration form 2026
    • 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 2026.
    • While filling the NIFT 2026 application form, submit personal, academic, and communication details. Also, upload relevant documents as per specifications.
    • Finally, make the application fee payment before the NIFT registration 2026 submission.

    NIFT Registration 2026 Fees

    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 Ph.D.)

    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 2026 exam?

    The authorities will release the eligibility criteria for Bachelor's Programmes (B.Des.) for Artisans through the official brochure 2026. 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 recognized 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 recognized by the Association of Indian Universities as equivalent to 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 2026 application form for artisan category open?
    A:

    The NIFT application form 2026 for artisan category has opened in online mode on December 8, 2026.

    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:

    https://design.careers360.com/exams/nift-entrance-exam

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