NIFT Lateral Entry Admission 2017 – NIFT lateral entry admission provides an opportunity of NIFT education to candidates who have completed their Diploma/ Degree in relevant/related fields of Fashion Design & Technology for direct admission to the third semester of UG programmes of NIFT at NIFT campuses. Details of NIFT Lateral Entry Admission 2017 are given here for candidates like application form, admit card, important dates, eligibility criteria, etc.
Latest – Result for NIFT Lateral Entry 2017 admission has been announced, Check it through the link provided below.
Course Offered by NIFT NLEA 2017
- Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
- Bachelor of Fashion Technology(Apparel Production) (B.FTech.)
NIFT Lateral Entry Admission 2017
The candidates who have acquired Diploma/Degree will compete at an All India Entrance Exam to get lateral admission in the 3rd semester of UG programmes of NIFT. The admission to these candidates will be strictly on merit which will be prepared based on the performance of candidates in written test, studio test/technology aptitude test, and a personal interview.
NIFT Lateral Entry Admission 2017 Schedule is given below.
| Important Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 24 Apr 2017 |
| Last date of online registration | 20 May 2017 |
| Availability of Admit Cards (Online) | Immediately after completing the application form |
| Written Examination & Interview at NIFT Campus and Scrutiny of forms and Verification of Documents/Eligibility |
27 May 2017 |
| Declaration of result of eligible candidates | 02 Jun 2017 |
| Interface Counselling for Shortlisted candidates, allotment of Programme and Campus as per Common Merit Rank (CMR) |
13 Jun 2017 |
| Preparatory Programme for Laterally Admitted Students (LAS) | 27 Jun 2017 to 22 Jul 2017 |
NIFT NLEA Result 2017
The result of the entrance examination has been announced on the NIFT website as per schedule mentioned above. Candidates can check their result through the direct link provided below by entering Roll No., Date of Birth & Application No. (Any Two).
- To check Result – Click here
Candidates applying for the examination should ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility criteria for admission. Their admission at all the stages will be provisional, subject to their satisfying the prescribed eligibility criteria. During verification at any time, if it is found that candidate does not fulfill the eligibility criteria, his/ her candidature shall stand cancelled without any notice or further reference. NIFT shall not be liable for any consequences on account of such cancellations.
The candidates will be called for counselling for the vacant available seats in 3rd semester of different course/programme across NIFT campuses as per merit. The selected candidates will be given admission to regular UG programmes of NIFT after successful completion of all mandatory formalities as per NIFT Lateral Entry Admission (NLEA) Policy. Selected candidates will also attend a NIFT Lateral Entry Orientation Programme at any of the NIFT campuses or at the allotted NIFT campuses before commencement of the semester.
NIFT Lateral Entry Application Form 2017
Interested candidates can apply online for NIFT Lateral Entry 2017 as per schedule mentioned above. Before going to apply candidates must ensure their eligibility criteria and all other details carefully. Direct link to apply online is given below.
Application Process are over…!!
How to fill the Online Application Form, Click here.
Eligibility Criteria (Who Can Apply)
Eligibility for NLEA to Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
- Passed Secondary School Examination/10th
OR
Passed Senior Secondary Examination/12th recognized by AIU.
And - Passed 3 or 4-years diploma recognized by AICTE/AIU/UGC or a State Board of Technical Education
And - Having attended courses related to Fashion / Apparel / Textile and Accessories / Home Science/ Handloom Technology / Products / Visual Communication / Graphic Design / Industrial Design / Interior Design / Multimedia Design / Apparel Technology / Leather.
OR - Students who have completed 2 year regular UG Diploma Programme at NIFT.
Eligibility for NLEA to Bachelor of Fashion Technology (Apparel Production) (B.FTech.)
- Passed Secondary School Examination/10th
And - Passed 3 or 4-years textile technology/textile engineering/ textile chemistry diploma recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education
OR - Passed Senior Secondary Examination/12th recognized by AIU recognized by AIU with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
And - Having successfully completed diploma (including NIFT)of minimum 02-year duration related to Fashion / Apparel / Textile / Home Science/ Handloom Technology
Who Should Apply
- Candidates having science background with a Diploma/ Degree in engineering may apply for Bachelor of Fashion Technology (Apparel Production) programme as well as Bachelor of Design Programme. Other candidates having aptitude for creativity/innovation/fashion design may apply for Bachelor of Design programme.
- Maximum Age: 24 years as on 1st October, 2017. The upper age limit may be relaxed by a period of 5 (five) years for the candidates of Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribe/ Persons With Disabilities (PWD)
NIFT Lateral Entry Admit Card 2017
Candidates can download the Admit Card for NIFT Lateral Entry Admission 2017 immediately after completing the application form. Candidates can take the printout of the Admit Card immediately after completing the application process. Direct link to download the admit card is given below.
Admit Card Process over…!!
Scheme of Examination
Candidates will have to appear for an entrance examination, personal interview and verification of documents/eligibility at the NIFT Campus opted by them. The entrance examination in designed to test the knowledge, skill aptitude of the candidate for the programme opted.
There is no negative marking. Entry to the Examination Centre will be allowed with Admit Card only. Mobiles and other infotech gadgets are not allowed inside the Examination Centre. Candidates found with mobile or other infotech gadgets will be asked to leave the examination centre and shall be disqualified. Candidates should reach the examination center at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the examination.
Schedule of written examination
- Date of Test [Paper Based Test for all UG Programmes]: 27 May 2017 (Saturday)
Merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained by the candidates in Written Examination, Studio Test/TAT & Interview, subject to fulfilling the eligibility criteria and verification of documents as per schedule and weightage indicated below:
| Course | Test | Weightage | Duration | Timings |
| B.Des (Bachelor of Design) | GAT | 40 | 01 Hour | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
| Studio Test | 40 | 1½ Hour | 11:30 AM to 01:00 PM | |
| Interview | 20 | 02:00 PM onwards | ||
| Verification of documents/eligibility | 02:30 PM onwards | |||
| B.FTech (Bachelor of Fashion Technology) | GAT | 40 | 01 Hour | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
| TAT | 40 | 1½ Hour | 11:30 AM to 01:00 PM | |
| Interview | 20 | 02:00 PM onwards | ||
| Verification of documents/eligibility | 02:30 PM onwards | |||
Venue: NIFT Campus selected by the candidate
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