NIFT 2026 Applications Expected in November; Spot Round Counselling Underway for NIFT 2025

The NIFT 2026 application portal is expected in November. However, the NIFT 2025 Spot Round Counselling is currently open, with registration and fee payment deadlines approaching.

While aspirants might be looking forward to the next admission cycle, the NIFT 2026 application portal is not scheduled to open today. According to the tentative schedule from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), the official notification and online application process for the 2026 academic session are expected to go live much later in the year, likely in November 2025. The current focus of the institute is on concluding the admissions for the 2025-26 batch.

For candidates seeking admission in the current academic year, the NIFT 2025 Spot Round Counselling is a major ongoing event. This final opportunity is crucial for aspirants to fill vacant seats across all NIFT campuses. The registration and fee payment for this round have been open since August 1 and will conclude on August 4, 2025.

Tentative Timeline for NIFT 2026 Admissions:

Design aspirants planning for the next academic session should note the following tentative schedule for NIFT 2026:

• Online Application Starts: November 2025
• Last Date for Application: January 2026
• Written Examination (GAT & CAT): February 2026
• Situation Test/Personal Interview: May - June 2026
• Final Result Declaration: June 2026

The official dates will be announced on the NIFT website later this year. It is highly recommended that aspirants start their preparation early, as the NIFT entrance exam is known for its rigorous selection process.

Urgent Update for NIFT 2025 Aspirants:

For those currently participating in the admissions process, today is a critical day for the Spot Round Counselling. Candidates who did not secure a seat in the previous rounds are advised to take immediate action:

• Registration and Fee Payment: Eligible candidates must register online and pay the required fee by August 4.
• Document Verification: The document verification process for newly registered candidates is also active and will continue until August 5.
• Choice Filling: The window for choice filling for the Spot Round will be open until August 6.

Aspirants must ensure that all steps are completed within the stipulated deadlines. This is the final chance to secure a seat at NIFT for the 2025-26 academic year. For the latest and most accurate information, candidates should regularly check the official NIFT website, nift.ac.in, and the admissions portal.