Students aiming for design and technology courses can soon expect their NIFT 2026 exam city information. The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) will release an 'Exam City Slip' in the last week of January 2026. This slip will tell candidates which city they have been assigned to for the NIFT entrance exam, scheduled for February 8, 2026 . The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
The NIFT entrance exam, known as NIFTEE, is for admission to Bachelor of Design (BDes), Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech), Master of Design (MDes), Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech), and Master of Fashion Management (MFM) programs. The exam will be held in 102 cities across India.
The NIFT 2026 City Intimation Slip is a helpful document. It allows students to plan their travel and stay before the main admit card is released. This slip only shows the exam city and not the exact exam centre address. It is a preliminary step to help students prepare.
NIFT 2026 Exam City Slip: When to Expect It
Based on past trends, the NIFT 2026 City Intimation Slip is expected to be released by the last week of January 2026 . Candidates should keep checking the official NIFT website for updates.
Past Trends for NIFT City Slip Release
Looking at previous years can give an idea of when the City Slip is usually released. Here are some trends:
| Year | Exam Date | City Slip Release Date |
| 2025 | January 31, 2025 | February 9, 2025 |
| 2024 | January 23 to 24, 2024 | February 5, 2024 |
| 2023 | January 25, 2023 | February 5, 2023 |
The NIFT 2026 entrance exam will be conducted as a Pen & Paper-Based Test (PBT) and a Computer-Based Test (CBT). The City Intimation Slip is a key step before the final admit card is issued. Students must download this slip once it is available. It helps in making travel arrangements early, especially for students who need to travel to different cities for their exam.
