UPES B.Des Admissions 2026
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology conducts the NIFT 2026 situation test as the second stage of the admission into the B.Des programme. During the NIFT situation test, candidates will be required to create a model using the given materials. The NIFT 2026 situation test model will evaluate the candidate’s material handling and innovative ability. In this article, get complete details on the NIFT 2026 situation test model.
Only shortlisted candidates from the NIFT entrance exam will be eligible to participate in the NIFT 2026 situation test. The National Testing Agency conducted the NIFT 2026 on February 8, 2026.
During the NIFT situation test, candidates must create a model on a given situation with the given materials, and also submit a write-up in english explaining the concept behind the model they constructed.
The NIFT situation test 2026 model will be evaluated by a jury of experts on the spot. The model created in the NIFT situation test will be evaluated on the following parameters -
Space visualization,
Innovative and creative use of the given material
Composition of elements,
Colour scheme
Construction skill
Finesse of the model
Overall presentation
Last Date to Apply: 25th Feb | Ranked #45 amongst Universities in India by NIRF | Ranked #1 in Academic Reputation in India by QS World University Rankings
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Given below are certain rules and guidelines that candidates must be aware of, while creating the model during the NIFT B.Des situation test.
Candidates must not use any additional or outside materials to create the model other than the given material
Any candidate who tries to disclose their identity by writing any personal details or placing any identification mark on the situation test model or the write-up will be disqualified
The NIFT situation test model will not be preserved for future reference
The write-up behind the NIFT 2026 situation test model must be submitted only in English. Marks will not be awarded for a write-up submitted in any other language.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No, the NIFT situation test is conducted only for admission into the B.Des programme.
The NIFT situation test is a test where candidates will be required to create a model in a given situation using the given materials.
Candidates must submit the write-up for the NIFT situation test model in English.
On Question asked by student community
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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
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.
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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.
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