National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Hyderabad, also known as NIFT, is located between India's IT centre, Hi-tech area, and the state craft village, Shilparamam, aptly illustrating one of the institute's core mottos, tradition meets modernity. The campus boasts modern facilities while remaining deeply embedded in its cultural diversity, thanks to its proximity to the IT industries and a vibrant city sphere.

Students may enrol in undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG) programmes in the design stream at NIFT Hyderabad. NIFT Hyderabad also offers Continuing Education in Fashion and Clothing Technology, Indian Fashion and Apparel Boutique Management, and Contemporary Ethnic Wear, in addition to the UG and PG courses listed above. 

Admissions to both UG and PG programmes are made by an NIFT-conducted general entrance exam followed by a situation examination. Students have access to all of the Institute's basic amenities, including athletic facilities, lodging, large classrooms, and well-equipped laboratories.

NIFT Hyderabad Key Highlights

  • Through exposure to new problems, innovations, strategies, technology, and practise from around the world, NIFT graduates have gained cutting-edge knowledge.
  • The faculty at NIFT participates in student exchange programmes, international fairs, workshops, exhibits, conferences, and trade shows to promote the exchange of teaching pedagogy, principles, and technical ideas, adding significant experience to the classroom and enriching the knowledge pool at NIFT.

NIFT Hyderabad Ranking

The college has been named Hyderabad's best fashion education institution. India Today rated it as the 6th best Fashion Design school in 2017. The Week 2020 ranked it 5th for Fashion Design.

NIFT Hyderabad Courses and Fees

The college offers 6 specialisations under the Bachelor of Design programme and 1 stream of Bachelor of Fashion Technology at the undergraduate level. Master’s program is available for those with a bachelor's degree. 

Admission to both UG and PG programmes is achieved through NIFT's common entrance exam, which is accompanied by a situation examination. The results of the entrance exam, situation examination, and GD/PI are all taken into account during the selection process.

Course Details Fees (1st year)
Bachelor of Design
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Specializations : Fashion Design, Leather Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Communication, Fashion Design, Knitwear Design, Textile Design
  • Eligibility Criteria : Class 12 pass from a recognized board
  • Selection Criteria - NIFT Entrance Exam
 INR 2.97 Lakhs
Bachelor of Fashion Technology
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Specializations : Fashion Technology Apparel Production
  • Eligibility Class 12 passes from a recognized board with Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics as subjects.
  • Selection Criteria - NIFT Entrance Exam
 INR 2.97 Lakhs
Master of Design
  • Duration - 2 years
  • Eligibility - Passed Graduation in relevant steam from a recognized board/University.
 INR 2.25 Lakhs
Master of Fashion Technology
  • Duration - 2 years
  • Eligibility - Passed B. F. Tech from NIFT or B. Tech from any recognized board/university.
  • Selection Criteria - NIFT Entrance Exam
 INR 2.25 Lakhs
Master of Fashion Management
  • Duration - 2 years
  • Specialization - Apparel Designing
  • Eligibility - Passed Graduation in any relevant steam from a recognized Board/University or 3-year diploma from NIFT/NID
  • Selection Criteria - NIFT Entrance Exam
 INR 2.25 Lakhs
Continuing Education (CE)
  • Duration: 6 months - 1 year
  • Eligibility Class 12 pass
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Doctoral Programmes
  • Eligibility - A a postgraduate degree in a related field of design, management, or technology (or) an equivalent qualification from a reputable national/international institute/university
  • Specializations - Design, Management, Technology.
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NIFT, Hyderabad Admissions

The last date for online registration at NIFT Hyderabad is January 21, 2021. The date for Written Entrance Examination for all UG & PG Programmes is February 14, 2021.

Admissions information for NIFT Hyderabad is released in October for degree programmes, and entrance exams and admissions are held in January, with the second stage of admissions taking place in April/May. Every year, application forms for CE programmes are issued in June, followed by an admissions interview round in August/September.

The NIFT Entrance Exam is used to determine admission to NIFT Hyderabad for both undergraduate and graduate programmes. Candidates who reach the NIFT cut-offs will be invited to participate in the NIFT counselling round. Candidates must choose the course and college of their choosing for admissions at the time of counselling. Candidates for CE programmes will be invited to a face-to-face interview at the NIFT campus of their choice. 

NIFT Hyderabad Placements

Placements for all NIFT campuses and courses are coordinated into a single pool. Every year, many top companies visit the NIFT Hyderabad campus for placements. With more overseas openings, a larger number of pre-placement deals, and higher salary packages, placements and work opportunities at NIFT are on the rise.

NIFT has launched a restructured curriculum that includes new and evolving fields such as disruptive technology, as well as programmes to increase industry involvement. The following are some of the companies that came to NIFT Hyderabad for campus placements last year. Companies can hire students from any of the institute's campuses or courses through two routes that the institute facilitates:

  • On Campus Placements
  • Pre Placement Offers (PPOs) - Before the on-campus placement, companies may extend a work offer to students. These incentives may be based on internships, training, or projects completed by students at the business.
  • Off Campus Placement - Following the completion of Campus Placements, the institute seeks to assist its graduates with job opportunities through an Offcampus drive, through which companies that were unable to engage in campus placements lift standards through the Industry & Alumni Affairs (I&AA) unit.

Candidates can choose between on-campus placements and Pre-Placement Offers as part of their NIFT Hyderabad placements (PPOs). PPOs are typically created by organisations where students complete internships, training, or projects as part of their NIFT course curriculum.

 Some of the recruiters of NIFT Hyderabad are:

  • Ampm Fashions Pvt. Ltd
  • Blackberrys
  • Artex Apparels
  • Decathlon
  • Eskay Home Collections Pvt. Ltd
  • Cactus Menswear Fashion Pvt. Ltd
  • Future Group
  • Bata India Limited
  • Emerald Jewel Industry India Ltd
  • Nykaa.com

NIFT Hyderabad Scholarships

Scholarships are available at NIFT Hyderabad for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds as well as meritorious students.Students can receive up to a 100% tuition fee waiver under the scholarship programmes.

 Some of the scholarship programmes provided by NIFT Hyderabad as well as those offered by the state and federal governments:

  • NIFT Sarthak - Waiver of tuition fees ranging from 25% to 100%
  • Means-Cum-Merit Financial Assistance - Tuition fee waiver for deserving applicants.
  • Udaan- NIFT Scholarship Scheme for Foreign Studies - Students seeking entry to design programmes in other countries may be eligible for a stipend or financial assistance.

FAQs

Ques. What are the hours of operation of NIFT Hyderabad?

Ans. The hours of operation of NIFT Hyderabad are 10.00 AM - 5.00 PM from Monday to Friday and remains off on Saturdays and Sundays.

Ques. What are the facilities offered by NIFT Hyderabad?

Ans. The college is outfitted with cutting-edge technology to ensure that students receive the best possible education in the field of design. For students, the college has the best design laboratories, well equipped hostel rooms with a good twin sharing room, sports complex with a basketball court, football ground, tennis court.

Ques. What are the career prospects after pursuing Bachelor in Fashion Designing from NIFT Hyderabad?

Ans. After completing Bachelor in Fashion Designing from NIFT Hyderabad, candidates can be hired as Design Director, Style advisor, Design manager, Fashion curator, Design Consultant, Fashion blogger, Fashion critic, Fashion Illustrator and such.

Ques. How is the placement at NIFT Hyderabad?

Ans. Placements and career prospects at NIFT are improving, with more international opportunities, more pre-placement deals, and higher salary packages, among other things. NIFT has launched a restructured curriculum that includes new and evolving fields such as disruptive technology, as well as programmes to increase industry involvement.

Ques. Who are the top recruiters of NIFT Hyderabad?

Ans. The top recruiters of NIFT Hyderabad are Decathlon, Raymonds Pvt Ltd., Reliance Trends, Jabong, Shahi Export House, Nykaa.com, Freedom Tree Design, AND, Ginny and Jony, Globus, Myntra, Max and many more.

Ques. Does NIFT Hyderabad provide hostel facilities to its students?

Ans. The hostel rooms at NIFT, Hyderabad are well-equipped, with a strong twin sharing bed. It has a visitor's lounge, a medical room, and hot water available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is an internet room with Wi-Fi access and indoor games at the hostel. In addition, the girls' hostel has approximately 300 beds.