The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has announced an important update for students applying to its 2026 entrance exam. The deadline to submit applications has been extended, giving aspiring designers and fashion professionals more time to apply. The new last date to apply online without a late fee is now January 16, 2026 .
This extension also applies to students who need to submit their forms with a late fee. The dates for making corrections to the application form have also been moved. These changes are crucial for all candidates planning to take the NIFT entrance exam, also known as NIFTEE, for the 2026 academic year.
New Key Dates for NIFT 2026 Applications
Here are the revised important dates for the NIFT 2026 application process:
| Activity | New Dates |
| Online application without late fee | January 16, 2026 (Friday) |
| Online application with late fee of INR 5,000 | January 17, 2026 to January 19, 2026 |
| Correction window for application form | January 20, 2026 to January 21, 2026 |
Why the Dates Were Extended
NIFT decided to extend the application deadlines to help a larger number of students apply. This is especially helpful as NIFT recently added more cities where the entrance examination will be held. The extended deadlines will help accommodate these changes and benefit many applicants across the country.
About NIFT Programs and Exam
The NIFT entrance exam is for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. These include programs like Bachelor of Design (B.Des), Master of Design (M.Des), Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech), Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech), and Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M). NIFT offers quality education in fashion and design.
The Stage 1 of the NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This online exam is scheduled for February 08, 2026 . It will be held in 102 cities, allowing students from many different locations to take the test close to home.
Application Fees and Late Fee Option
The application process for NIFT 2026 started on December 08, 2025 . The standard application fee is INR 2,000 . However, candidates from Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories pay a reduced fee of INR 500 .
Students who miss the initial deadline of January 16, 2026 can still apply. They will need to pay a late fee of INR 5,000 in addition to the regular application fee. This late application window is available from January 17, 2026 to January 19, 2026 .
Correcting Your Application Form
NIFT provides a special window for students to correct any mistakes in their application forms. This correction window is from January 20, 2026 to January 21, 2026 . During this time, applicants can log in and edit certain details. These editable details include personal information such as your name, date of birth, category, and the state you belong to.
You cannot change your chosen exam city during the correction period. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will not change any details you enter. NTA will not accept requests for corrections sent by post, fax, WhatsApp, email, or by hand. Therefore, students must be careful while filling out the application form from the very beginning to avoid errors.
Where to Find Information and Apply
All official announcements, the application form, and detailed instructions are available on the NIFT admissions website, which is nift.ac.in or niftadmissions.in. Students are advised to visit the official website regularly for the latest updates and to ensure they complete all steps correctly within the new deadlines.
