UPES B.Des Admissions 2026
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The NIFT situation test is an important component of the NIFT admission process. The weightage of the NIFT situation test and personal interviews differs across various courses in NIFT admissions. Candidates seeking admission into B.Des programmes through the NIFT entrance exam have to appear for the NIFT situation test. Similarly, candidates seeking admission into postgraduate M.Des, M.FTech, and MFM programmes through the NIFT PG entrance exam have to appear for a personal interview. In this article, get complete details about what is the weightage for the NIFT situation test and personal interview for various courses in the NIFT admission process.
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National Testing Agency is expected to conduct NIFT 2026 tentatively in February 2026 as per past trends. The NIFT situation test 2026 for selected candidates is likely to be conducted in May/June 2026. It is to be noted that candidates do not need to appear for a NIFT situation test or a PI round for the B.FTech programme.
The NIFT situation test is a test administered to shortlisted candidates from the NIFT entrance exam result to test their innovative thinking and material handling ability in a given situation. The candidate will be asked to make a model with the material given to them. Candidates will also be asked to submit a write-up in English explaining the concept behind the model. The evaluation will be done on the spot by the jury panel.
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The model created by the candidates will be evaluated on the following parameters:
Space visualization,
Innovative and creative use of given material
Construction skill
Composition of elements
Colour scheme
Finesse of the model
Overall presentation
The NIFT selection process includes three components -GAT, CAT, and Situation Test/Personal Interview. The NIFT situation test is conducted for UG programmes while the personal interview is conducted for PG prorammes. During the NIFT counselling process, candidates will be offered NIFT seat allotment based on their ranks based on the combined score in all three components.
General Ability Test and the Creative Ability Test: It must be noted that candidates seeking admission into M.FTech programme have to appear only for GAT.
NIFT Situation Test/Personal Interview - It must be noted that there is no situation test or interview conducted for admission into B.FTech programme.
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The weightage of the NIFT situation test/personal interview for selection into different programmes is given below.
| Course | Exam | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
B.FTech | GAT | 30% |
CAT | 50% | |
Situation Test | 20% | |
Total | 100% | |
M.FTech | GAT (Sec A) | 30% |
GAT (Sec B) | 70% | |
Total | 100% | |
B.FTech candidates opting for B.Des | GAT (Sec A) | 30% |
CAT | 50% | |
Situation test | 20% | |
Total | 100% |
| Course | Exam | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
M.Des | GAT (Section A) | 30% |
CAT | 40% | |
Personal Interview | 30% | |
Total | 100% | |
M.F.M | GAT (Section A & B) | 70% |
Personal Interview | 30% | |
Total | 100% | |
M.F.M candidates opting for M.Des | GAT (Section A) | 30% |
CAT | 40% | |
Personal Interview | 30% | |
Total | 100% | |
M.FTech | GAT | 70% |
Personal Interview | 30% | |
Total | 100% |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The NIFT PI round is conducted for M.Des, M.FTech, and MFM programmes.
The NIFT situation test is conducted for admission into B.Des programmes.
The NIFT 2026 situation test will be conducted tentatively in May/June 2026.
The courses offered through NIFT admissions are B.B.Des, M.Des, MFM, B.FTech, and M.FTech.
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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