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NIFT Preparation 2024, Best Books, Coaching Center, Last Minutes Tips

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NIFT 2024 Preparation requires candidates to prepare an effective strategy to ensure that they qualify for the exam. The exam is expected to be start from 1st week of February. Every year around 22000 candidates appear for the entrance exam out of which 2400 seats are allotted to candidates based on the merit list. Due to high competition, candidates need complete focus and a good understanding of the basic concept of NIFT 2024.

In the article we have provided some preparation tips that will help the candidates score well Check NIFT Cutoff

  • NIFT Exam is divided into three stages viz. Written test, Situation test, and GD/PI. The duration of B.Des and M.Des, GAT exam is 2 hours and for B.F.Tech, MFM & M.F.Tech, GAT exam is for 3 hours. There is no negative marking. Read More NIFT Exam Pattern
  • Before starting preparation, candidates must gather all the necessary information from NIFT Syllabus. If you make a good strategy, and timetable for the exam, then definitely you will succeed in the exam.
  • Candidates must check some best coaching centers near their area so that they can get help from them and start preparing for NIFT 2024. Check NIFT Best Coaching Centers

NIFT Preparation Tips

NIFT  2024 Preparation: Course Wise Weightage

In order to prepare for NIFT 2024, the first thing that candidates must familiarise themselves with is the weightage and exam pattern for NIFT 2024. The written exam for NIFT 2024( B.Des and M.Des) candidates comprises of Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT) while BFTech, MFTech and MFM candidates only need to appear in GAT exam. The test weightage for each course is provided below:

Programs Test Weightage
Bachelor of Design CAT 50%
GAT 30%
Situation Test 20%
Master of Design CAT 40%
GAT

30%

GD/PI 30%
Bachelor of Fashion Technology GAT 100%
Master of Fashion Technology GAT 70%
GD/PI 30%
Master of Fashion Management GAT 70%
GD/PI 30%

NIFT 2024 Preparation for GAT

Candidates are advised to check all the resources and methods that help prepare of NIFT entrance in an organized way. Following is the detail of each section comprised of topics from where the questions are asked. GAT Section comprises of sections from Communication Ability, English Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Analytical Ability, General Knowledge and Current Affairs. 

  • Nothing is better than practice so candidates have to practice as many questions as they can. Students must practice previous year's questions papers too.
  • Candidates need to read different newspapers, magazines, and websites regularly.
  • Candidates can get ideas from posters, banners, and advertisements they see.
  • Candidates must highlight the line by making it bold which shows the candidate's confidence.
  • Candidates start detailing the things and observing more such as human figures and outfits and even their vicinity.
  • Candidates need to practice different styles of lettering.
  • Candidates are advised to make a light sketch firstly and then darken them which ultimately saves the candidate time.
  • In the examination, the candidates need to think about the idea first and then draw it with the use of quality pencils with at least 24 shades. Therefore, plan time scheduled in such a way that the paper can complete on time.
  • Candidates should start with simple designs and then practice complicated ones.

Read More NIFT Situation Test


NIFT Study Material

NIFT 2024 Preparation Books

NIFT Preparation Books Author/Publishers
Admission test (Special Color Supplement)  Ramesh Publishing House
 Guide for NIFT/NID/IIFT 2024 Arihant Experts
NIFT Entrance Exam Guide LearnX
Popular Master Guide NIFT and IIFT  R.Gupta
NIFT: Previous year solved paper  Ramesh Publishing House
Entrance examination guide  D. Mittal

NIFT Exam Pattern

NIFT 2024 Exam Pattern

NIFT 2024 Exam Pattern entrance exam is divided into two tests i.e. online or written objective test which is also called the General Ability Test (GAT) and Creative Ability test (CAT).

Bachelor Of Design (B.Des.)

In this program, CAT test has 50% weightage and GAT test has 30% weightage. Whereas the situation test is having 20% weightage and is a practical exam. The test is comprised of 150 questions and is completed in 2 hours.

Sections No. of questions
Quantitative Ability 25
Communication Ability 35
Comprehension of English 30
Analytical Ability 30
General Knowledge and Current Affairs 30
Total Questions 150

For B.FTech

Candidates who want to take admission in B.FTech need to appear for GAT which contains 100 percent weightage. The Test should be completed in three hours. Following table shows the section-wise distribution of questions:

Sections No. of questions
Quantitative Ability 30
English Comprehension & Communication Ability 45
Logical Ability & Analytical 25
General Knowledge and Current Affairs 25
Case study 25
Total Questions 150

For M.Des.

In this program CAT test is having 40% weightage and GAT test is having 30% weightage. Whereas Group Discussion or Personal Interview is having 30% weightage. The test is comprised of 150 questions and is completed in 2 hours.

Sections No. of questions
Quantitative Ability 25
Communication Ability 35
Comprehension of English 30
Analytical Ability 30
General Knowledge and Current Affairs 30
Total Questions 150

For M.FTech

Candidates seeking admission in MFTech need to appear for GAT which contains 70 percent weightage. Group Discussion or Personal Interview is having 30 percent weightage. The test should be completed in three hours. The following table shows the section-wise distribution of questions:

Sections No. of questions
Quantitative Ability 30
English Comprehension & Communication Ability 45
Logical Ability & Analytical 25
General Knowledge and Current Affairs 25
Case study 25
Total Questions 150

For Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M)

Candidates can be admitted in MFM after clearing the GAT which contains 70 percent weightage. Group Discussion or Personal Interview contains 30 percent weightage. The Test must be completed in three hours. The following table shows the section-wise distribution of questions:

Sections No. of questions
Quantitative Ability 10
English Comprehension & Communication Ability 50
Logical Ability & Analytical 25
General Knowledge and Current Affairs 25
Case study 40
Total Questions 150

NIFT 2024 Preparation for CAT

Creative Ability Test is conducted in NIFT 2024 for UG as well as PG programs. This section tests the design ability, intuitive ability and observation skills of the candidates in concept development. Candidates must practice the innovative uses of color and illustration skills in this section. Some of the important preparation tips for this section are:

  • Develop preparation strategy- The most important thing for candidates is to develop a planned approach. You must set goals and list topics that are to be covered to prepare for the exam. Analyze your strengths and weaknesses and allot time to the topics in NIFT according to the topics that will require more time.
  • Time Management- Time Management is an essential aspect of the exam as a lot of times candidates are unable to attempt the questions. Consistent preparation of the topics will also improve your speed and thus enable you to attempt the questions in the exam. 
  • Observation Skills- Observation Skills are very important for any design exam. Since the exam syllabus for the Creative Ability Test is not defined, candidates must observe their surroundings and practice sketching and drawing. Candidates should also analyze the other topics in NIFT 2024 Syllabus, this will help you gain a deeper understanding of the entrance exam.
  • Revision- A lot of times candidates are unable to retain the topics that they have prepared for. This may happen due to an inconsistent routine. To avoid this, candidates must revise the topics within a scheduled time interval. This will help you to retain the topics that you have already prepared for.

Frequently Asked Question

Ques. Is NIFT tough or easy?

Ans. Cracking NIFT can be challenging but not impossible. Getting admission to NIFT is most prestigious because it is one most famous educational institutions for Fashion Technology. 

Ques. How can I prepare NIFT at home?

Ans. To prepare NIFT at home candidates first need to understand NIFT Syllabus and NIFT Exam Pattern. Then they need to stay focused and prepare a timetable. They must stick to the timetable and be consistent with it. They must solve the previous year question paper as well.

Ques. Can I clear NIFT without coaching?

Ans. A candidate can clear NIFT without coaching by being self-motivated and disciplined. They must check the NIFT exam pattern and syllabus, practice sketching and drawing, solve sample papers, must-read general knowledge to update themselves, prepare for the situation test, and be confident and positive about their preparation.

Ques. Does NIFT require maths?

Ans. If you want to apply for a Bachelor's in Fashion Technology course, you must have mathematics in your 10+2 standard. It is not required for the B. Des course. Therefore, candidates must practice maths from 10+2 and that will be enough for them.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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