FAQs

What are the dates that I need to keep track off?
Refer to the Admission calander for details.

Can I use the application form downloaded from the web?
No. It is available upon purchase of prospectus.

What is the pattern for the entrance examination?
UG (Design) entrance exam pattern, click here
UG (Technology) entrance exam pattern, click here
PG (Management) entrance exam pattern, click here

Whom should I meet at NIFT Hyderabad for further clarifications?
Ms. Malini D

Do I apply for a specific course or can I choose my area after admission?
You apply for a specific programme in which you choose your discipline through your choice of study centres. The choice of further specialization is restricted to those offered at a particular centre which will be awarded on merit cum choice at the end of the foundation year.

I think I may need a financial assistance. Are there avenues available in terms of loans and scholarships?
Scholarships are available on merit cum means basis. For further details you have to contact Head, Academic Affairs at NIFT, New Delhi after admission.

What about Placements?
NIFT facilitates campus placements in all streams.

What degree/title will I get after completion of the course?
NIFT offers diploma for its 4 years / 2 years programmes which is well accepted and respected nationally and internationally. The course content and duration of 4 year undergraduate/2 years postgraduate programmes are at par with bachelor/Master Degree courses of any professional education programme. Students on successful completion of UG/PG programme shall be eligible to receive NIFT Graduate/PG Diploma. There is, however a proposal of NIFT under active consideration of Government of India to obtain the status of Deemed to be University under the provision of UGC Act. In the event of this status, all the students being admitted under 4 year UG /2 year PG programme shall be eligible to receive a Bachelor/Master Degree in Design/Technology/Management.

Is there any age bar?
NIFT has no age bar for any of the programmes.

What NIFT offers NRIs/Foreign Nationals?
Five percent (5%) of total seat in each programme is supernumerary for NRI/NRI Sponsored/SAARC/Foreign nationals subject to their meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions and qualifying the entrance examination . Candidates appearing for their Qualifying examination can also apply. Proof of the candidates having successfully passed the qualifying examination will have to be produced at the time of joining the programme. The applications of such candidates should be routed through the Indian Embassy/Mission in the respective countries as per detailed guidelines sent to them. However, candidates selected through this channel will be required to pay US$6500 as tuition fee for each academic year consisting of two semesters. The candidate must hold a passport of a country other than India or parents/guardians must be taxpayers in a country other than India. The written examination of such candidates is normally conducted in the premises of the Indian Embassy/Mission of the respective country. However, the subsequent tests will be held at any of the NIFT centres.

Where do I submit the application forms?
Admission form complete in all respects should be sent to Post Box No.4587, Hauz Khas Post Office, New Delhi-110016 on or before 15 th December, 2003 by ordinary post under cover super subscribed “NIFT Admission Form for Admission - 2004” with a Demand Draft of Rs.900/- (Rs.500/- for SC/ST/PHP) drawn in favour of NIFT, New Delhi payable at New Delhi. One self addressed and self-stamped postcard by affixing postage stamp of Rs.6/- should also be enclosed with the admission form.
All eligible candidates should receive their admit cards by the end of January, 2004. In case of delay, the candidates are advised to immediately contact/correspond with Admission Cell, NIFT, New Delhi, at least one week before the date the examination with a photocopy of the submitted admission form and two attested passport of the submitted admission form and two attested passport size photograph.

Which are the written Examination centers?
The written test will be conducted on 1 st February, 2004 at the following cities:

What is the academic fees ?
Academic Fees
Existing Fee Structure for First Semester (6 months)

Tuition Fees	Rs.25,000/-
Security Deposit	Rs.5000/- (refundable/one time)
Library Fee	Rs.2500/- (per year)
Insurance Premium	Rs.500/- (one time)
Co-curricular Activity Fee	Rs. 500/- (per year)
TOTAL	Rs. 33,500/-

What are the hostel charges at NIFT Hyderabad?
The current hostel fee per semester at various centres is given below:

Hostel Fee	7200
Security (refundable	2500
Security (non refundable)	1500
Electricity	Actuals
Service Charge	Actuals
Bus Fee	Actuals
Mess Charges	Actuals
Total (Rupees)	11,200

Are sample question papers available?
Yes, Click here for Sample papers.