Q1. Is the NIFT 2026 Stage II admit card released?

Yes. The National Testing Agency uploaded the NIFT Stage II admit card on 22 April 2026. Separate links are live for NIFT UG / PG, NLEA UG and Artisans streams. You can download the PDF from exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/ using your application number and date of birth.

Q2. Can final year 10+2 students apply for the NIFT B.Des course?

Yes. Students who are appearing in the Class 12 board exam can apply for B.Des and B.F.Tech. The board must be a recognized one in India. Admission stays provisional until you submit the passing certificate. B.F.Tech applicants also need Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in Class 12.

Q3. What is the age limit for NIFT Admission 2026?

The maximum age for B.Des and B.F.Tech is 24 years as on 1 August 2026. There is no upper age limit for M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech and Ph.D courses. Any category wise relaxation follows the NIFT admission rules printed in the official notice.

Q4. What happens in the NIFT Stage II examination?

The Stage II round is a practical test held on 26 April 2026. B.Des candidates face a situation test that checks creative thinking and observation. PG applicants may face a studio test or personal interview. There is no common objective paper for every stream in this round.

Q5. How much was the NIFT 2026 application fee and who gets a concession?

General, OBC and EWS candidates paid Rs 3000 for two programmes. SC, ST and PH candidates paid Rs 750 for the same. The second programme combination cost Rs 2000 and Rs 500 respectively. A late fee of Rs 5000 applied after the main deadline. Payment was accepted through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking and UPI.

Q6. Can I challenge the NIFT 2026 answer key?

Yes. The provisional answer key was released on 17 February 2026. Candidates could raise objections online by paying the prescribed fee for each challenged question. NTA reviewed every claim through subject experts. The final answer key came out after that review.

Q7. Was there a correction window for the NIFT application form?

Yes. The correction facility stayed open from 12 to 14 January 2026. Candidates could edit limited fields during this short period. No changes were allowed after the window closed. Always check your final confirmation page after saving corrections.

Q8. Which documents should I carry to the NIFT Stage II exam centre?

Carry a printed Stage II admit card and one original photo identity proof. Keep your Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets handy for later stages. Category, PwD and Artisan certificates are needed at verification. Reach the centre well before the reporting time printed on the hall ticket.

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NTA NIFT Entrance Exam 2026 Stage II Admit Card - Download UG, PG & Artisans Hall Ticket

The National Testing Agency has released the NIFT 2026 Stage II admit card on the official portal. Candidates who cleared the first paper can download their hall ticket for the exam on 26 April 2026. The Stage II test covers B.Des, NLEA UG and Artisans streams. Admit cards went live on 22 April 2026, so print a colour copy right away. The written exam took place on 8 February 2026. Answer keys opened on 17 February 2026 with a live objection window. Results came out on 20 March 2026 through the CNR portal. Application fees for two programmes were Rs 3000 for General, OBC and EWS. SC, ST and PH candidates paid Rs 750. Maximum age for B.Des and B.F.Tech is 24 years as on 1 August 2026. PG courses carry no age ceiling. Download your admit card from exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/ immediately.

By Sarkari King Team

Updated: 21 April 2026 | 09:48 PM

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Course Name	Programme Level	Eligibility & Qualification Details
B.Des (Bachelor of Design)	Under Graduate	Passed or appearing in the 10+2 Intermediate exam from any recognized board in India. Students from Science, Commerce, Arts and Vocational streams can all apply. Final year 10+2 students are allowed to appear for the entrance test. Admission stays provisional until you submit the passing certificate.
B.F.Tech (Bachelor of Fashion Technology)	Under Graduate	Passed or appearing in the 10+2 Intermediate exam with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The board must be a recognized one in India. Candidates from the science stream get preference as per NIFT norms. Final year students must produce the marksheet at the time of counselling.
NLEA UG (NIFT Lateral Entry Admission)	Under Graduate	Open for candidates who meet the lateral entry conditions of the NIFT notice. Stage II hall ticket is released separately for the NLEA UG stream. Candidates must hold the qualifying diploma or degree named in the official PDF. Check the detailed notification for course wise seat and eligibility rules.
Artisans Category	Special Stream	Meant for applicants from artisan families as defined by NIFT. A separate Stage II admit card link is active for this stream. Candidates must keep the required family or work proof ready. Eligibility conditions are listed in the official information bulletin.
M.Des, M.F.M & M.F.Tech	Post Graduate	Passed or appearing in an undergraduate degree from any recognized university or institute in India. Management and technology courses may ask for a specific subject background. There is no upper age limit for these PG programmes. Read the official notification for course wise eligibility details.
Ph.D Programme	Doctorate	Candidates need a relevant master degree from a recognized university. Minimum marks and subject rules follow the NIFT Ph.D admission notice. No age restriction applies to doctoral applicants. Shortlisted candidates appear for the Stage II round.

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