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NIFT Delhi Cut Off 2025, 2023, 2022 - Previous Year's Cutoff List

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Updated on - Jul 29, 2025 06:10 PM IST

NIFT Delhi Cutoff 2025

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi, will release its cutoff for various undergraduate and postgraduate programs after the NIFT entrance exam results. The expected cutoff marks are crucial for determining eligibility for admission into different courses.

Expected Cutoff Ranges for 2025

Based on previous years' trends and the anticipated number of applicants, the expected cutoff ranks for NIFT Delhi for 2025 are as follows:

Undergraduate Programs

CourseExpected Closing Rank (General Category)
B.Des in Fashion Design999 - 1202
B.Des in Accessory Design1616 - 3254
B.Des in Fashion Communication634 - 820
B.FTech in Apparel Production467 - 589

Postgraduate Programs

CourseExpected Closing Rank (General Category)
Master of Design (M.Des)328 - 372
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)370 - 560
Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech)38 - 73

Important Dates

NIFT Entrance Exam Date: February 9, 2025.

Cutoff Announcement: The cutoff will be released during the counseling process, tentatively in June 2025.

Factors Influencing the Cutoff

Several factors influence the cutoff for NIFT:

Number of Applicants: An increase in applicants typically leads to higher cutoffs due to increased competition.

Difficulty Level of Entrance Exam: If the NIFT exam is perceived as difficult, cutoffs may be lower; conversely, easier exams can lead to higher cutoffs.

Number of Available Seats: Limited seats can drive up cutoff scores.

Previous Year Trends: Historical cutoff data provides benchmarks; significant changes can affect future cutoffs.

Reservation Policies: Different categories (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) have varying cutoffs.

Steps to Check NIFT Cutoff for Admission

Candidates can follow these steps to check the NIFT cutoff for 2025:

  • Visit the official NIFT admissions website at nift.admissions.nic.in.
  • Navigate to the "Cutoff" section.
  • Look for the link related to the NIFT cutoff for the respective year and program.
  • Access and download the cutoff details for reference.
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Top Courses at National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi

Course NameFeesEligibility
B.Des. (Bachelor of Design)₹6,79,000
10+2 level of education from a recognized board, clear the NIFT entrance exam, showcase a portfolio of work
M.Des. (Master of Design)₹3,12,000
Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent, valid score in NIFT entrance exam or equivalent national-level entrance exam, age criteria.
B.F.Tech. (Bachelor of Fashion Technology)₹6,79,000
10+2 examination from a recognized board, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, NIFT entrance exam
M.F.M. (Master of Fashion Management)₹3,12,000
Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university
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NIFT Delhi Cutoff Trends

After analysing NIFT Delhi cutoff trends from 2021 to 2023, it is recorded that the cutoff ranks for BDes Accessory Design has decreased from 131 in 2021 to 380 in 2022 and then it improved to 223 in 2023. NIFT Delhi cutoff for BDes Knitwear Design has continuously decreased from 2021 to 2023. In 2021 it was 326 then in 2022 it was 463 and in 2023 it was 756 (general category). For MDes course, NIFT Delhi cut off ranks went up to 58 (2022) from 24 (2021) and then it reduced to 38 in 2023. 

NIFT Delhi Cutoff Ranks Trend: 2021 to 2023 (Gen category)

Course2021 Closing Rank2022 Closing Rank2023 Closing Rank
BDes Accessory Design 131380223
BDes Leather Design56913831639
BDes Fashion Design8483112
BDes Knitwear Design326463756
BDes Fashion Communication5410372
BDes Textile Design 349593371
BFTech Apparel Production3453195
MDes245838
MFM224221
MFTech554538
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NIFT Delhi Cutoff 2025

NIFT Delhi cutoff 2023 for BDes Accessory Design was 223 (closing ranks) for general category. On the other hand, it was 765 for EWS, 944 for OBC, 1627 for SC and 5210 for ST. 

NIFT Delhi BDes Cutoff 2023: Closing Ranks

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
BDes Accessory Design 22376594416275210
BDes Leather Design16392697264658868257
BDes Fashion Design11245944810011146
BDes Knitwear Design7561411194170224238
BDes Fashion Communication723174416391786
BDes Textile Design 3711376116986288419

NIFT Delhi  BFTech Cutoff Ranks 2023

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
BFTech Apparel Production195211349580584

NIFT Delhi MDes Cutoff Ranks 2023

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
MDes38289337332596

NIFT Delhi MFM Cut-off Ranks 2023

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
MFM21209217521629

NIFT Delhi MFTech Cut Off Ranks 2023

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
MFTech38525344-
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NIFT Delhi cut Off 2022

NIFT Delhi cut-off 2022 for BDes Leather Design, BDes Fashion Design and BDes Textile Design was 1383, 514 and 1545 respectively for general category. NIFT Delhi MDes cutoff ranks 2022 was 58 for general category, 96 for EWS, 230 for OBC, 365 for SC and 461 for ST. 

NIFT Delhi BDes Cutoff 2022: Closing Ranks

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
BDes Accessory Design 380630142532636274
BDes Leather Design13834485407062436243
BDes Fashion Design8351443911831393
BDes Knitwear Design4632315314938826953
BDes Fashion Communication103107543215241373
BDes Textile Design 5931545172356476032

NIFT Delhi  BFTech Cutoff Ranks 2022

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
BFTech Apparel Production53211225635665

NIFT Delhi MDes Cutoff Ranks 2022

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
MDes5896230365461

NIFT Delhi MFM Cutoff Ranks 2022

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
MFM42238161162462

NIFT Delhi MFTech Cutoff Ranks 2022

CourseCategory
GeneralEWSOBCSCST
MFTech45546364-
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NIFT DELHI B.Des NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 - Open (AI - Gender-Neutral)

NIFT DELHI B.Des NIFT Entrance Exam cutoff 2025 has been released for Round 3. The overall NIFT DELHI B.Des cutoff 2025 Rank for Open (AI - Gender-Neutral) category is 155 for B.Des in Accessory Design and 967 for B.Des in Leather Design. NIFT DELHI NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 for B.Des admission is listed below.

CourseOpening RankClosing Rank
B.Des in Accessory Design155155
B.Des in Textile Design321324
B.Des in Knitwear Design494539
B.Des in Leather Design905967

NIFT DELHI BFTech NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 - Open (AI - Gender-Neutral)

NIFT DELHI BFTech NIFT Entrance Exam cutoff 2025 has been released for Round 2. The overall NIFT DELHI BFTech cutoff 2025 Rank for Open (AI - Gender-Neutral) category is 42 to 60 for B.FTech in Apparel Production. NIFT DELHI NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 for BFTech admission is listed below.

CourseOpening RankClosing Rank
B.FTech in Apparel Production4260

NIFT DELHI M.Des NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 - Open (AI - Gender-Neutral)

NIFT DELHI M.Des NIFT Entrance Exam cutoff 2025 has been released for Round 3. The overall NIFT DELHI M.Des cutoff 2025 Rank for Open (AI - Gender-Neutral) category is 19 for Master of Fashion Technology and 40 for Master of Design. NIFT DELHI NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 for M.Des admission is listed below.

CourseOpening RankClosing Rank
Master of Fashion Technology1919
Master of Design3340

NIFT DELHI MFM NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 - Open (AI - Gender-Neutral)

NIFT DELHI MFM NIFT Entrance Exam cutoff 2025 has been released for Round 3. The overall NIFT DELHI MFM cutoff 2025 Rank for Open (AI - Gender-Neutral) category is 27 to 27 for Master of Fashion Management . NIFT DELHI NIFT Entrance Exam Cutoff 2025 for MFM admission is listed below.

CourseOpening RankClosing Rank
Master of Fashion Management 2727

Top Courses at National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi

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NIFT DELHI FAQs

Does NIFT Delhi cutoff for BDes courses differ for each category?

Yes, NIFT Delhi cut off is different for each category. Furthermore, the cutoff of NIFT Delhi also varies from course to course. In 2023, BDes Knitwear Design cutoff ranks for general category was 756, while it was 371 for BDes Textile Design course. NIFT Delhi cutoff is released in online mode at the official website of the institute.

What was NIFT Delhi BDes Fashion Communication cutoff for OBC category in 2023?

As per the 2023 NIFT Delhi cutoff for BDes Fashion Communication, the closing rank was 441 for OBC category. Furthemore, the closing ranks for general category was 72, it was 317 for EWS, 639 for SC and 1786 for ST. It is mandatory for candidates to meet NIFT Delhi cutoff for admission in UG and PG courses offered by the institute. 

How is the NIFT Delhi cutoff ranks calculated?

NIFT Delhi cutoff ranks are derived from the NIFT entrance exam scores of candidates. Furthermore, various other factors like number of candidates appearing for NIFT entrance exam, difficulty level of entrance exam, number of seats at NIFT Delhi and previous years cutoff of NIFT Delhi also helps in calculating cutoff ranks. 

What is a good rank for NIFT Delhi?

The good rank for NIFT Delhi depends on the course candidates want to enrol into. According to the NIFT Delhi cutoff of previous years, general category applicants with a rank of 250 or less can get admission in BDes Accessory Design. For BDes Leather Design, 1650 is a good rank, for MDes 70 is a good rank etc. 

Is 2000 a good rank for admission at NIFT Delhi?

With a rank of  2000 it is almost impossible for general category students to get admission at NIFT Delhi. As per the NIFT Delhi previous years cutoff, reserved category candidates (EWS, OBC, SC and ST) can get admission in BDes Fashion Design, BDes Knitwear Design, BDes Fashion Communication with 2000 ranks.

What is NIFT Delhi cutoff 2024 (expected) for BDes Fashion Communication?

For admission in BDes Fashion Communication, the expected NIFT Delhi cutoff 2024 for general category will be 69 - 107, for EWS will be 300 - 1000, for OBC will be 428 - 477, for SC will be 634 - 820 and for ST will be 1368 - 1788. 

How much rank is required for NIFT Delhi admission?

The rank required in the NIFT entrance exam varies from course to course. For NIFT Delhi admission, course-wise closing ranks are released. NIFT Delhi expected cutoff ranks 2024 (general category) for BDes Textile Design will be 366 -  596, for BDes Fashion Design 81 - 116 etc. NIFT Delhi cut off is released in online mode and varies as per course and category of candidates. 

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Related Questions

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ghumika, Student / Alumni

-Answered on July-29-2025
The application process for the NIFT Entrance Exam 2025 is currently underway, with the last date to apply without a late fee being January 6, 2025. Candidates who miss this deadline can still apply until January 9, 2025, by paying an additional late fee. To ensure successful submission, applicants should carefully fill out the application form, upload all required documents—such as academic certificates, valid ID proof, and recent photographs—and make the payment through the official NIFT website. Early application is highly recommended to avoid potential technical glitches and last-minute rushes. Before starting the application, candidates should have all necessary documents organized and ready. Staying informed through regular visits to the official NIFT website is essential for receiving timely updates about exam dates, admit card releases, and other important notifications. A well-prepared and timely application process increases the chances of a hassle-free entry into NIFT, one of India’s top institutes for fashion education.

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-Answered on July-18-2024
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Navneet, Student / Alumni

-Answered on Nov-17-2021
Lovely Professional University is regarded as one of the Best Design colleges in India and Punjab, LPU School of Design offers its students cutting-edge labs and equipment to simulate the industry environment with practical exposure to fashion industry right from designing to merchandising. The school provides a platform for students to experiment with creative designs, patterns, fabrics and colors. Live with fashion events, visits by renowned national and international fashion designers, innovation and creativity is fostered in the students at every step. Students are encouraged to experiment with different materials to create conceptual wear and accessories.Also students are exposed to fashion shows, craft fairs, industry internships and craft documentation.She got Intensive exposure to practical work in Pattern making, Draping, Weaving, Printing, Dyeing, Garment Construction labs. Students are given various Live-projects during the course of the program to create commercially viable designs.Her department organized Face Painting and nail painting competition for students to showcase their creative talents. She has attended Workshop on "Fashion styling" by Anuj Lalawani (Renowned Designer & Stylist) where students got training in different creative endeavors like body fit, make up, dressing and grooming. She said Aditya Raina, a Final year student of diploma in Fashion Design got an opportunity to work as a Fashion stylist (intern) for ace Fashion designer J J Vallaya for his upcoming collection. Students are taken to educational tours to complement in-class learning. Students visit various monumental buildings and industries across India such as marble industries, tile industries, Thermax industry, Ashok Leyland, Tata Motors etc. University prepares its students for placements through special inputs in the form of placement classes. Students are given a lot of on-job training as well as work on projects where they can earn also. B.Design placements of the university are very good with students getting high packages.
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Samiksha Rautela, Content Team

-Answered on May-10-2021

Dear Student,

You cannot pursue a fashion design course from NIFT, Delhi unless you have completed at least class 12th! You can go for online design courses to strengthen your aptitude and skills. It would help you develop a basic knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator and CAD.

You can also complete your high school and then go for a diploma or certificate course in Fashion Design! Colleges such as Parul University, Gujarat, Vogue Institute of Art and Design (VIAD), Bangalore, LISAA School of Design (LISAA), Bangalore and ARCH College of Design & Business, Jaipur offer some top-notch short-term fashion design courses.

Do you have more questions? Either dial the helpline number 1800-572-9877 (toll-free) or write back to us in the QnA zone!

Thank You

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Samiksha Rautela, Content Team

-Answered on Mar-01-2021

Dear Student,

NIFT Entrance Exam has concluded on Feb 14, 2021, and candidates cannot apply for NIFT Admissions 2021 now. However, there are plenty of other upcoming entrance exams that can offer you admission 2021 to popular interior design colleges. Check out the list below:

Entrance Exam

Participating Colleges

Application Process

Preparation Strategy

IIAD Entrance Exam

NA

How to Apply for IIAD Entrance Exam

How to Prepare for IIAD Entrance Exam

NID DAT

NID DAT Colleges

How to Apply for NID DAT

How to Prepare for NID DAT

LPUNEST

NA

How to Apply for LPUNEST

How to Prepare for LPUNEST

SEED

SEED Colleges

How to Apply SEED

How to Prepare for SEED

You can also go through the Interior Designing Courses, Career Prospects, Salary & Colleges and Popular Career Options for Interior Designers in India!

To get any more assistance, just dial the toll-free number 1800-572-9877 (toll-free) or fill-up the Common Application Form. You can also write back your queries in the QnA zone.

Thank You

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