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National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong campus is one of the 18 centres of the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi. NIFT Shillong Institute was established in 2008 as the first premier fashion institute in the Northeast. The institute offers four undergraduate courses - B.Des - Accessory Design, B.Des - Fashion Design, B.Des - Textile Design and B.Des - Fashion Communication.
National Institute of Fashion Technology Shillong also offers a two-year master of fashion management (MFM) at the postgraduate level. Admission to these programmes is offered through NIFT entrance exam. The NIFT Shillong campus is a pioneer fashion education institute in Meghalaya. The campus is spread across 28 acre area. The permanent NIFT Shillong campus has been built under the Shillong township project which also plans to host IIM, IHM, and social bodies such as the United Nations Resource Centre. The courses offered by NIFT Shillong attempt to bring traditional crafts, creativity and skills into the mainstream.
The NIFT Shillong fees varies for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The campus has a resource centre which hosts around 6500 books and is equipped with modern facilities including digital resources. Hostel and playground facilities are also available at the institute.
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The new campus of NIFT Shillong is in Umsawli, Shillong. The institute is connected with a small airport in Umroi. Direct buses and taxi services are also available from Shillong to NIFT Umroi. Students can also reach NIFT Shillong using all-weather NH 40 which connects Shillong with Guwahati, Assam.
Parameter | Description |
---|---|
Established | 2008 |
Exam | NIFT Entrance Exam |
Courses | 2 Degrees and 5 Courses |
Campus Size | 20 acres |
NIFT Shillong offers admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses through the NIFT entrance exam. The exam is conducted by the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi for all its 18 campuses. NIFT applications start typically in the month of November-December, and the entrance exam is held in February. Eligible candidates desirous of getting admission to NIFT Shillong must meet the eligibility criteria for the institute and appear for the exam.
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Course | Mode | Selection criteria |
B.Des | Entrance exam | Scores obtained in NIFT UG entrance exam |
MFM | Scores obtained in NIFT PG entrance exam |
Visit the official website of NIFT
Register for the NIFT exam
Fill out the application form by entering all relevant details
Upload documents including photograph and signature
Pay the registration fee and submit the application form
Candidates can check the NIFT Shillong fees structure by visiting the official website.
NIFT Shillong offers four undergraduate courses. The course duration for undergraduate courses is four years.
UG Programmes | Seats | Eligibility |
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) - Accessory Design | 98 | Passed Class 12th or equivalent exam from a recognized board or institution |
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) - Fashion Design | 128 | |
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) - Textile Design | 52 | |
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) - Fashion Communication | 58 |
Candidates have to appear for NIFT entrance exam for B.Des
The entrance exam has three stages - Creative Ability Test (CAT), General Ability Test (GAT) and Situation Test (ST)
Candidates clearing CAT and GAT will be eligible for the Situation test
Obtain a NIFT score that meets the NIFT Shillong cut-offs
Candidates who meet the cut-offs will have to register for NIFT counselling
Seats at NIFT Shillong will be allotted on the basis of the candidate’s performance in the exam and preference for the institute
Once the seats are allocated, pay the course fee and complete the admission formalities
NIFT Shillong started the Master of Fashion Management course in 2013. Admission to this course is offered through the NIFT PG entrance examination.
PG Programmes | Seats | Eligibility |
Master of Fashion Management (MFM) | 49 | Undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India or Undergraduate diploma of at least three years duration from NIFT / NID |
Candidates have to appear for the NIFT entrance exam for MFM
The entrance exam consists of General Ability Test (GAT) only
Candidates have to obtain qualifying marks in GAT and appear for the group discussion interview round
Qualifying candidates can register for NIFT Shillong counselling
Upon successful allotment, they can complete the admission process by submitting the fees
Yes, there is a reservation policy for SC, ST, OBC category students.
The seat intake of M.F.M courses is 30.
No, NIFT Shillong is not accredited by NAAC.
The eligibility criteria of NIFT Shillong MFM programme is Candidates should have passed graduation in any stream from an institute/university recognised by law Or Candidates should have passed the 3-years undergraduate diploma programme from NIFT/NID.
The various types of job roles offered to the NIFT Shillong students are store manager, space designer, trend analyst, fashion designer, costume designer, etc.
Yes, NIFT Shillong provides two types of scholarships to the students: “SARTHAK” - NIFT Financial Assistance Scheme for UG and PG students and “UDAAN” - NIFT Means-cum-Merit financial assistance for foreign studies.
Yes, the National Institute of Fashion Technology Shillong has several clubs and committees for the students such as cultural club, sports and photography club, literary club, social service and environment club.
The basic eligibility criteria to get admission in B.Des course is that the candidates should have passed 10+2 from any recognised board.
Yes, the institute has several industry linkages such as Zoya, Melorra, Allen Solly, Havells, Satyani, Jaguar, Wild Craft, Future Group, Blue Stone.com, National Centre for Design and Product Development.
The opening rank is 243 and the closing rank is 513.
No. 1 Design & Fashion Institute by ASSOCHAM, India Today, Outlook and The Week rankings
No. 1 Design & Fashion Institute by ASSOCHAM, India Today, Outlook and The Week rankings
Last Date to Apply – 27th January 2025 | Associated with FDCI, CII & IIFTI | Merit-cum-means scholarships to deserving students
Ranked #46 amongst Universities in India by NIRF | Ranked #1 in Academic Reputation in India by QS World University Rankings | Last Date to Apply: 21st Jan
Ranked 2nd in the IIRF 2023 Design School Ranking | Approved by AICTE | Highest CTC 13 LPA
Ranked amongst top 3% universities globally (QS Rankings)