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The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Navi Mumbai offers admission to its courses based on the NIFT Entrance Exam. The institute accepts scores from the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT) for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Seat allocation for NIFT Mumbai admission is done through the counseling process conducted by the institute. Additionally, direct admission to certificate and diploma courses is offered based on merit in the qualifying examination. Students can apply for admission to NIFT Navi Mumbai online through the official website.
Candidates can check more details about NIFT Mumbai admission on this page.
Below are the course-wise eligibility and selection criteria for the NIFT Navi Mumbai admission process:
| Course Name | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria | 
| B.Des (Bachelor of Design) | Passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate of 50% | NIFT Entrance Exam (CAT & GAT) | 
| B.FTech (Bachelor of Fashion Technology) | Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects | NIFT Entrance Exam | 
| M.Des (Master of Design) | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized institute/university | NIFT Entrance Exam + Personal Interview | 
| MFM (Master of Fashion Management) | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university | NIFT Entrance Exam + Personal Interview | 
| PG Diploma | Graduation from a recognized university | Merit-based | 
| UG Diploma | Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board. | Merit-based | 
The important dates for the admission process at NIFT Navi Mumbai are as follows:
| Events | Dates | 
| Online Registration Begins | November 22, 2024 | 
| Last Date to Apply Without Late Fee | January 6, 2025 | 
| Last Date to Apply With Late Fee | January 9, 2025 | 
| Application Correction Window | January 10-12, 2025 | 
| Admit Card Release | February 4, 2025 | 
| NIFT Entrance Exam | February 9, 2025 | 
| Result Declaration | March 2025 | 
Candidates can fill out the application form for NIFT Navi Mumbai in online mode. The application fee is Rs 3,000 (Rs 1,500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates). Follow these steps to apply:
The step-by-step admission process at NIFT Navi Mumbai is as follows:
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