National Institute Of Fashion Technology Patna brings different programmes in academics for the 2025–26 session in the era of fashion design, technology, and management. The undergraduate courses at the institute include the Bachelor of Design (B.Des) with specialisations in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Accessory Design, and Fashion Communication, and the Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech) in Apparel Production. Postgraduate programmes consist of Master of Fashion Management (MFM), while the Continuing Education department offers short-term courses in areas such as fashion & clothing technology and fashion marketing.
The institute conducts course programmes in such a way as to provide completely practical industry experience to its enrolled students. Students here take full advantage of the institute’s strong network with top fashion houses, export centers, and global design institutes, on a regular basis in order to catch up with the industry trends including the best academic learning.
The courses here have an average duration ranging from 6 months to 4 years, with total fees for the same ranging between INR 59,000 to INR 13,42,400, depending on the respective programme and the specialisation.
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official NIFT website and qualify for the NIFT Entrance Exam, comprising the Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT), followed by a Situation Test or Personal Interview. Admissions are based on merit, and deserving students can also avail of scholarships offered by the institute and the Ministry of Textiles.
At NIFT Patna, undergraduate programmes are crafted to blend creativity with practical innovation. The institute offers Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Accessory Design, Knitwear Design, and Fashion Communication, along with a Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech) in Apparel Production, merging design thinking with production management.
Each programme duration is 4 years, integrating studio practice, workshops, and industry internships. The course fee for bachelors is INR 13,42,400. Admission is through the entry barrier, the NIFT entrance exam, and the institute provides scholarships and financial aid for deserving candidates.
Course Name | Duration | Total Fee (INR) |
Bachelor of Fashion Design (FD) | 4 years | 13,42,400 |
Bachelor of Accessory Design (AD) | 4 years | 13,42,400 |
Bachelor of Textile Design (TD) | 4 years | 13,42,400 |
Bachelor of Fashion Communication(FC) | 4 years | 13,42,400 |
B.F Tech. (Apparel Production) | 4 years | 13,42,400 |
National Institute of Fashion Technology Patna provides specialised postgraduate programmes that prepare students to be leaders in the field of fashion and be innovative. The institute offers a Master of Design (M.Des) in advanced design research, creativity and interdisciplinary study and a Master of Fashion Management (MFM) that trains managerial and strategic skills in managing the business of retail, luxury and fashion.
Each PG programme has a two-year duration, blending theoretical study with hands-on projects, case studies, and industry collaborations. The fee is around INR 6,46,000 lakh for the entire course, depending on the programme and category. Admission is granted through the NIFT Entrance Exam (GAT) followed by a personal interview, and meritorious students may avail themselves of scholarships or financial aid offered by the institute.
Course Name | Duration | Fee (INR) |
M.F.M. (Master of Fashion Management) | 2 Years | 6,46,000 |
At NIFT Patna, the CE Programme in Fashion is designed for students eager to contribute in short-term research to the fashion and design ecosystem. These courses help students gain deeper understanding in areas such as textile design, & fashion styling.
Particulars | Dates (tentative) |
Application Deadline | 12th September, 2026 |
Interview for the Candidates | 19th September, 2026 |
Result Declaration | On or Before 26th September, 2026 |
Payment of Fee | On or Before 3rd October, 2026 |
Course Commencement | 6th October, 2026 |
The CE programme fee at NIFT Patna typically ranges between INR 59,000 and INR 81,420 for the entire duration, depending on the course and specialisation. This programme encourages candidates to push the boundaries of design and fashion studies while contributing to India’s growing creative economy.
Course Name | Duration | Total Fee (INR) |
Fashion & Clothing Technology (FCT) | 1 Year | 81,420 |
Fashion Marketing (FM) | 6 Months | 59,000 |