NIFT Kannur B.Des Textile Design: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) requires passing an entrance exam, followed by a group discussion or personal interview. For undergraduate courses, applicants need a 10+2 qualification and must meet cut-off percentages in the exam to proceed to counseling. The competitive B.Des. in Textile Designing offers only 30 seats. Admission hinges on CAT and GAT exam scores, plus a Situation Test for shortlisted candidates. Postgraduate admissions involve an entrance exam and a group discussion and personal interview (GDPI).

CAT and GAT exams occur in January, with studio tests in April or May. Fees for fashion courses are high, totaling approximately 11.09 lakh rupees over four years. The B.Des. in Textile Design costs about 2,71,000 rupees in the first year, reaching 10-11 lakh rupees overall. Scholarships for economically disadvantaged students are available to offset costs. The first semester fee is around 183,000, with annual costs estimated at 320,000. Hostel fees start at 60,000 in the first year, increasing to 60,000-100,000 in later years, excluding mess fees.

Faculty at NIFT are experienced and supportive, providing effective teaching and industry insights. The college's industrial location enhances exposure, and the curriculum blends theory, outbound visits, and internships, assessed through competitive jury evaluations. Around 90% of students secure internships, which can be paid (4,000-5,000 INR monthly) or unpaid. Approximately 80% of students achieve placements with an average package of 4 LPA, in companies like Raymond, Reliance, Fab India, Aditya Birla Nuvo, Amazon, and BlackBerry.

NIFT Kannur's placement rate is 60-70%. Key roles include head designer, assistant designer, and textile head designer. Internships are mandatory in the 3rd and 4th years, requiring students to actively seek opportunities.