What is the weightage of CAT and GAT in NIFT?

For the B.Des program, CAT carries 50% weightage, and GAT carries 30% weightage. The remaining 20% is for the Situation Test.

What is the Situation Test in NIFT?

The Situation Test is a practical exam where candidates are given a set of materials and asked to create a 3D model on a specific theme to test their material handling and innovative skills.

Does NIFT GAT have negative marking?

Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the GAT section.

What subjects are covered in NIFT GAT?

NIFT GAT covers Quantitative Ability, Communication Ability (English), English Comprehension, Analytical Ability, and General Knowledge.

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NIFT 2026/27 Syllabus

The NIFT Entrance Exam is the premier gateway for fashion education in India. For B.Des aspirants, the selection process is divided into the written exams (CAT & GAT) followed by the practical Situation Test.

To excel, candidates must balance their preparation between creative visualization and general aptitude as outlined in the NIFT 2026 syllabus below.

Exam Dates

NIFT 2026:1st Week of February 2026 (Tentative)

NIFT 2027:February 2027 (Tentative)

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Exam Pattern (B.Des)

Total Weightage: 100% | Stages: Written Test + Situation Test

Exam Section	Content Type	Weightage
Creative Ability Test (CAT)	Subjective Drawing & Design	50%
General Ability Test (GAT)	Objective (Math, Eng, Logic, GK)	30%
Situation Test	Material Handling & 3D Modeling	20%

* Note: GAT and CAT are conducted on the same day. Situation Test is conducted later for shortlisted candidates.

Detailed Topic Breakdown

Creative Ability Test (CAT)

Tests intuitive ability, power of observation in concept development, and design ability. Marks are awarded for creative use of color and illustration skills.

Key Topics

Design Theory & Composition
Visual Logic & Coloring
Memory Drawing & Illustration
Perspective (1, 2 & 3 Point)
Use of Measurements & Scales

Quantitative Ability

Part of the GAT paper. It tests speed and accuracy in solving mathematical problems based on 10th-grade arithmetic.

Key Topics

Fractions & Percentages
Ratio & Proportion
Work, Time & Distance
Simple & Compound Interest
Area & Mensuration

Communication Ability

Evaluates the candidate's proficiency in day-to-day English communication. It focuses on grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.

Key Topics

Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Spot the Errors
One Word Substitution
Reading Comprehension

Analytical & Logical Ability

Tests the ability to infer logic from data and apply it to solve problems. This section includes both verbal and non-verbal reasoning.

Key Topics

Syllogisms & Analogies
Series (Number & Alphabet)
Directions & Ranking
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations

Situation Test

The second stage of the exam. Candidates must create a 3D model using given materials to test material handling and innovative skills.

Key Topics

3D Model Making
Material Handling Skills
Creative Composition
Write-up (Concept Explanation)
Aesthetics & Finishing

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