Students allotted a seat in NIFT 2026 Round 2 Counselling must report to their designated institute by July 3, 2026 with all original documents and self-attested photocopies as specified by the National Institute of Fashion Technology.
NIFT 2026 Round 2 Counselling seat allotment is published on the official portal at nift.admissions.nic.in. After accepting the allotted seat and paying the admission fee online by July 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM, students must physically report to their allotted NIFT campus with all required documents for verification. Missing any document or failing to report on the scheduled date results in cancellation of the allotted seat.
- Reporting Date: All Round 2 students must report to their allotted NIFT campus by July 3, 2026.
- Carry originals and at least two sets of self-attested photocopies of every document in the checklist below.
- Category certificates (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD) must be in English or Hindi; a certified translation is mandatory if issued in another language.
- OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be valid for financial year 2025-26; certificates issued before April 1, 2026 are not accepted.
- Failing to report with complete documents leads to automatic forfeiture of the allotted seat.
| Direct Link — NIFT 2026 Admissions Portal (ACTIVE) | nift.admissions.nic.in |
NIFT 2026 Round 2 Counselling – Key Dates
Round 2 is open to students who did not receive a seat in Round 1 or whose Round 1 seat was vacated. After the seat allotment is released, students must accept the seat online and pay the admission fee before the deadline. Key dates for Round 2 are as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Released | Late June – Early July 2026 |
| Seat Acceptance and Fee Payment Deadline | July 2, 2026 (by 4:00 PM) |
| Reporting at Allotted NIFT Institute with Documents | July 3, 2026 |
| Provisional Admission Confirmation to Campus Director | By September 30, 2026 |
Students must check the official NIFT admissions portal regularly as dates are subject to updates by the institute.
Document Checklist for Reporting at NIFT Institute
Carry the following documents in original with two sets of self-attested photocopies when you report to your allotted NIFT campus. All documents must be in the student’s own name and clearly legible.
| S.No. | Document | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NIFT 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment Letter | Printed from nift.admissions.nic.in after logging in with your registered credentials |
| 2 | NIFT 2026 Admit Card | Original admit card issued for the NIFTEE 2026 entrance examination |
| 3 | Class 10 Mark Sheet and Certificate | For date of birth verification; from a recognised board |
| 4 | Class 12 Mark Sheet and Pass Certificate | For UG programmes (B.Des / B.FTech); final or provisional certificate accepted |
| 5 | Graduation Degree and All Semester Mark Sheets | For PG programmes (M.Des / MFM / MFTech); all semesters required |
| 6 | Photo Identity Proof | Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence (any one government-issued document) |
| 7 | Recent Passport Size Photographs | 6 to 10 colour photographs; white background; taken within the last 3 months |
| 8 | Admission Fee Payment Receipt | Printed receipt of online fee paid after Round 2 seat acceptance |
| 9 | Character Certificate | From your last attended school, college, or institution |
| 10 | Migration Certificate | From the last board or university; may be submitted within 30 days if not yet issued |
| 11 | Medical Fitness Certificate | From a registered MBBS doctor certifying fitness to pursue the programme |
| 12 | Anti-Ragging Undertaking and Affidavit | Signed separately by student and parent or guardian as per UGC norms |
| 13 | Gap Certificate (if applicable) | Notarised affidavit required if there is a gap year between your qualifying exam and 2026 admission |
Category-wise Additional Documents
Students admitted under reserved categories must carry the additional certificates listed below in original with attested photocopies. All category certificates must be in English or Hindi. If your certificate is in a regional language, a certified English or Hindi translation is mandatory.
| Category | Document Required | Key Condition |
|---|---|---|
| SC (15% seats) | Caste Certificate | Issued by SDM, Tehsildar, or District Magistrate; must be in student’s name |
| ST (7.5% seats) | Tribe Certificate | Issued by the competent authority; must be in student’s name |
| OBC-NCL (27% seats) | OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate | Valid for financial year 2025-26 only; certificates issued before April 1, 2026 are not accepted |
| EWS (10% seats) | EWS Income and Asset Certificate | Valid for financial year 2025-26; issued by the competent authority |
| PwD / Divyangjan (5% horizontal) | Disability Certificate | From a government hospital or medical board; percentage of disability must be stated |
| Kashmiri Migrant | Kashmiri Migrant Certificate | Issued by Relief Commissioner, J&K or the designated state authority |
| Artisan (Supernumerary) | Artisan Category Certificate | As specified in NIFT Admission Guidelines 2026; issued by the competent authority |
| NRI / Foreign National (Supernumerary) | Passport, valid Visa, NRI Sponsor Declaration | As per NIFT Admission Guidelines 2026; contact the allotted campus for specifics |
How to Report at Your Allotted NIFT Campus
Follow these steps to complete the in-person reporting process for NIFT 2026 Round 2 Counselling.
- Login to nift.admissions.nic.in with your registered credentials and confirm your Round 2 seat allotment letter is available. Download and print it.
- Accept your allotted seat online and pay the required admission fee before July 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Print the fee payment receipt.
- Organise all documents — originals and two sets of self-attested photocopies — in a labelled folder, following the sequence in the checklist above.
- Report in person to your allotted NIFT campus on or before July 3, 2026.
- Submit documents at the campus Admissions Office. Staff will verify originals and retain one photocopy set; originals are returned to you immediately.
- Submit the Anti-Ragging Undertaking — signed separately by student and parent — at the admissions desk at the time of reporting.
- Collect your acknowledgement receipt of document submission from the admissions office. Keep this slip safely for future reference.
Students who have appeared in Class 12 in 2026 and are awaiting results may report provisionally with their board exam admit card or a provisional certificate. Submit the final mark sheet and pass certificate before the deadline set by the allotted campus.
Important Instructions Before Reporting
- Report only to the institute and programme stated in your Round 2 allotment letter. Reporting to a different campus is not valid and will not be processed.
- Every document must be in the student’s own name. A name mismatch across documents must be supported by a notarised affidavit explaining the discrepancy.
- Carry all documents in physical form. Digital copies on a phone or tablet are not accepted for document verification at NIFT campuses.
- OBC-NCL and EWS certificates dated before April 1, 2026 are rejected. Get fresh certificates for financial year 2025-26 from the competent authority before your reporting date.
- If your Migration Certificate is pending, carry the application receipt. Submit the original within 30 days of reporting — confirm the exact deadline with your campus admissions office.
- Anti-Ragging Undertaking forms are available at the campus admissions office. Both the student and parent must sign their individual copies before reporting.
- Students who took a Round 2 upgrade from Round 1 must verify NIFT’s policy on their previous allotment — confirm whether the Round 1 seat is automatically vacated or requires a separate withdrawal action on the portal.
- Check nift.admissions.nic.in for any last-minute additions to the document list before your reporting date.
NIFT 2026 Round 2 Counselling Documents FAQs
Ques. What is the reporting date for NIFT 2026 Round 2 Counselling?
Ans. Students allotted a seat in NIFT 2026 Round 2 must report to their designated institute by July 3, 2026. The seat acceptance fee payment window closes on July 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Always confirm the latest schedule on nift.admissions.nic.in before your visit.
Ques. Do I need to carry original documents when reporting to NIFT?
Ans. Yes. You must bring all original documents along with at least two sets of self-attested photocopies. Originals are verified on the spot and returned to you. One set of photocopies is retained by the institute for their admission records.
Ques. Can I report to NIFT if my Class 12 result is still awaited?
Ans. Yes, on a provisional basis. Students awaiting Class 12 results can report with their board exam admit card or a provisional certificate as a temporary measure. The final mark sheet and pass certificate must be submitted before the deadline communicated by your allotted NIFT campus.
Ques. Is my OBC certificate from 2024-25 valid for NIFT 2026 Round 2 reporting?
Ans. No. The OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate must be valid for financial year 2025-26. A certificate issued before April 1, 2026 will not be accepted during document verification. Obtain a fresh certificate from the competent authority well before your reporting date.
Ques. What happens if I fail to report on the scheduled date with complete documents?
Ans. If you do not report to your allotted NIFT campus by July 3, 2026 with all required documents, your Round 2 seat will be cancelled. NIFT does not offer re-allotment under Round 2 for students who miss the reporting deadline.
Ques. How many passport size photographs are required for NIFT 2026 Round 2 reporting?
Ans. Carry 6 to 10 recent passport size colour photographs with a white background. These are used for your institute ID card, library card, and hostel records. Photographs must be from within the last three months and must match the photo on your NIFTEE 2026 admit card.
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