NTA NIFTEE Stage-I Answer Key 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially published the Stage-I Answer Key 2026 for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) on its official portal. Candidates who appeared for the exam conducted on 08 February 2026 can now access their provisional answer key along with their response sheet.

Applicants may log in using their Application Number / Registration Number / Date of Birth or Password to download the answer key. A direct link to the portal is available below for easy access.

NTA NIFTEE Examination 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 08 December 2025

• Last Date (Without Late Fee): 16 January 2026

• Last Date (With Late Fee): 19 January 2026

• Correction Window: 20 – 21 January 2026

• Exam City Slip: 29 January 2026

• Admit Card Release: 04 February 2026

• Examination Date: 08 February 2026

• Answer Key Available: 17 February 2026

• Result Declaration: Coming Soon

Candidates are advised to verify all updates through the official NTA website.

Application Fee

Single Programme

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹2000/-

• SC / ST / PH: ₹500/-

Two Programmes

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹3000/-

• SC / ST / PH: ₹750/-

Payment Methods:
Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallet

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)

• For B.Des & B.F.Tech: Maximum 24 Years

• For M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech: No age limit

• Minimum Age: Not specified

Age relaxation will be applicable as per NTA rules.

Courses & Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor of Design (B.Des)

Candidates must have passed Class 12th from a recognized board (including NIOS) or hold a 3–4 year diploma/equivalent qualification approved by a recognized authority.

Bachelor of Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech)

Applicants must have passed Class 12th with Mathematics as a subject or possess a 3–4 year Engineering Diploma from a recognized institution.

Master of Design (M.Des)

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline or a 3-year Diploma from NIFT or NID.

Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M)

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream or a 3-year Diploma from NIFT or NID.

Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech)

Candidates must have completed B.F.Tech from NIFT or hold a B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized university.

B.Des (Artisan Category)

Applicants must meet the B.Des qualification criteria and possess a valid Artisan Card.

All candidates must fulfill age requirements and be Indian citizens as per official guidelines.

How to Download NTA NIFTEE Stage-I Answer Key 2026

Follow these steps to check your answer key:

1. Visit the official NTA NIFTEE website.

2. Go to the Answer Key / Results section.

3. Click on “NIFTEE 2026 Stage-I Answer Key” link.

4. Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth/Password.

5. Your provisional answer key and response sheet will appear on the screen.

6. Download and save the PDF for future reference.

7. You may also print it to calculate your estimated score offline.

Selection Process & Marking Scheme

UG Programmes

• B.Des: GAT + CAT + Situation Test

• CAT: 50%

• GAT: 30%

• Situation Test: 20%

• B.F.Tech: GAT only

PG Programmes

• M.Des: GAT + CAT + Personal Interview

• M.F.M & M.F.Tech: GAT + Personal Interview

Marking Scheme

• Correct Answer: +1 Mark

• Wrong Answer: –0.25 Mark

• Unattempted Question: 0 Mark

SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS

Important Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is NTA NIFTEE Stage-I Answer Key 2026?
It is the official provisional answer key issued by NTA for the Stage-I entrance examination.

Q2. When was the answer key released?
The answer key was released on 17 February 2026.

Q3. Where can candidates download the answer key?
From the official NTA NIFTEE portal through candidate login.

Q4. What credentials are required to download the answer key?
Application Number and Date of Birth or Password.

Q5. What is the official website for NTA NIFTEE?
https://exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/

 Final Note

Candidates are encouraged to review their answers carefully using the official answer key and keep checking the NTA portal for updates related to objections and result announcements.

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