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NIFT Courses and Specialisations
NIFT offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in design, technology and management for the fashion and lifestyle industry. All are filled through the NIFT entrance exam.
Undergraduate Programmes (4 years)
Programme | Specialisation | 2026 seats |
|---|---|---|
B.Des | Fashion Design | 801 |
B.Des | Fashion Communication | 719 |
B.Des | Textile Design | 681 |
B.Des | Accessory Design | 637 |
B.Des | Knitwear Design | 351 |
B.Des | Leather Design | 152 |
B.Des | Fashion Interiors | 82 |
B.FTech | Apparel Production | 591 |
Postgraduate Programmes (2 years)
Programme | Full form | 2026 seats |
|---|---|---|
M.Des | Master of Design | 275 |
MFM | Master of Fashion Management | 719 |
MFTech | Master of Fashion Technology | 68 |
Which Programme Fits You?
Fashion Design: Apparel design, from concept to collection.
Fashion Communication: Styling, visual merchandising, graphic design, fashion media and branding.
Textile and Knitwear Design: Fabrics, weaves, prints and knit products.
Accessory and Leather Design: Bags, footwear, jewellery and leather products.
Fashion Interiors: Lifestyle and interior spaces and products.
B.FTech: Apparel manufacturing, technology and production management.
MFM: Fashion business, retail, marketing and merchandising.
Key Takeaways
Seven B.Des specialisations plus B.FTech at UG level.
M.Des, MFM and MFTech at PG level, plus PhD.
Fashion Design has the most B.Des seats (801 in 2026).
Pro Tip: Not every specialisation is offered at every campus. Check the seat matrix for your preferred campus before counselling.
Source: NIFT Admissions 2026 Information Bulletin; NIFT Admission Guidelines 2026 (seat intake)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many B.Des specialisations does NIFT offer?
Seven: Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Accessory Design, Knitwear Design, Leather Design, Textile Design and Fashion Interiors.
What is B.FTech at NIFT?
A 4-year Bachelor of Fashion Technology in Apparel Production, focused on apparel manufacturing and technology.
Does NIFT offer a PhD?
Yes. Selection is through a written test followed by a Research Proposal Presentation and Interview.