NIFT 2026 Round 2 seat matrix has been released on the official admission portal nift.admissions.nic.in, listing institute-wise and programme-wise vacant seats available for allotment after Round 1 counselling.
Students who did not receive a seat in Round 1 or who wish to upgrade their programme or institute preference can now check the Round 2 seat matrix. The matrix covers all 19 NIFT campuses and all programmes — B.Des specialisations, B.F.Tech, M.Des, M.F.Tech, and MFM. Based on 2025 counselling trends, approximately 350 seats are expected to be available across UG and PG programmes in Round 2.
- NIFT 2026 Round 2 seat matrix is now available on the official admission portal.
- Vacant seats are available across all 19 NIFT institutes for UG and PG programmes.
- Approximately 350 seats are expected to be vacant for Round 2 based on 2025 trends.
- Students allotted a Round 1 seat can still participate in Round 2 to upgrade their institute or programme preference.
- Category-wise seat breakup (General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD) is available in the detailed seat matrix on the official portal.
| Direct Link: NIFT 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix (OUT) — nift.admissions.nic.in |
NIFT 2026 Total Seat Matrix (Programme-Wise)
The table below shows the approximate total sanctioned seats per programme across all 19 NIFT institutes for the 2026 academic session. The institute-wise breakdown for each programme is published in the NIFT 2026 admission notification on the official portal.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Approx. Total Seats (All Institutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion Design (B.Des) | UG | 4 Years | 760 |
| Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech) | UG | 4 Years | 440 |
| Textile Design (B.Des) | UG | 4 Years | 200 |
| Fashion Communication (B.Des) | UG | 4 Years | 160 |
| Knitwear Design (B.Des) | UG | 4 Years | 60 |
| Leather Design (B.Des) | UG | 4 Years | 60 |
| Accessory Design (B.Des) | UG | 4 Years | 60 |
| Master of Design (M.Des) | PG | 2 Years | 150 |
| Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech) | PG | 2 Years | 150 |
| Master of Fashion Management (MFM) | PG | 2 Years | 120 |
| Total (Approx.) | 2,160 |
Not all programmes are offered at every NIFT campus. Knitwear Design, Leather Design, and Accessory Design are available only at select institutes including NIFT New Delhi and NIFT Kannur. Students should confirm programme availability at their preferred campus using the official seat matrix.
NIFT 2026 Round 2 Institute-Wise Vacant Seats
The table below lists expected institute-wise vacant seats for NIFT 2026 Round 2 counselling based on 2025 allocation trends. Verify the exact published figures on the official portal before submitting your Round 2 preferences.
| NIFT Institute | UG Vacant Seats | PG Vacant Seats | Total Vacant Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIFT New Delhi | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| NIFT Mumbai | 10 | 5 | 15 |
| NIFT Bangalore | 10 | 4 | 14 |
| NIFT Chennai | 10 | 4 | 14 |
| NIFT Kolkata | 11 | 4 | 15 |
| NIFT Hyderabad | 12 | 6 | 18 |
| NIFT Gandhinagar | 14 | 6 | 20 |
| NIFT Jodhpur | 15 | 4 | 19 |
| NIFT Patna | 22 | 5 | 27 |
| NIFT Bhopal | 18 | 4 | 22 |
| NIFT Bhubaneswar | 21 | 5 | 26 |
| NIFT Shillong | 16 | 3 | 19 |
| NIFT Raipur | 19 | 3 | 22 |
| NIFT Kangra | 14 | 3 | 17 |
| NIFT Kannur | 15 | 3 | 18 |
| NIFT Srinagar | 16 | 3 | 19 |
| NIFT Panchkula | 16 | 3 | 19 |
| NIFT Coimbatore | 14 | 3 | 17 |
| NIFT Jorhat | 14 | 3 | 17 |
| Total | 275 | 75 | 350 |
Newer NIFT campuses such as Patna, Bhubaneswar, Raipur, and Shillong typically carry a higher number of vacant seats into Round 2 compared to established campuses like New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore, where demand is consistently high and seats fill rapidly in Round 1 itself.
NIFT 2026 Round 2 Programme-Wise Vacant Seats
The programme-wise breakup of expected Round 2 vacant seats across all 19 NIFT institutes is listed below. All figures are expected estimates based on 2025 counselling trends and may differ from the actual published seat matrix on the official portal.
| Programme | Level | Expected Vacant Seats for Round 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fashion Design (B.Des) | UG | 65 |
| Fashion Technology (B.F.Tech) | UG | 55 |
| Textile Design (B.Des) | UG | 50 |
| Fashion Communication (B.Des) | UG | 30 |
| Knitwear Design (B.Des) | UG | 28 |
| Leather Design (B.Des) | UG | 27 |
| Accessory Design (B.Des) | UG | 20 |
| Master of Design (M.Des) | PG | 30 |
| Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech) | PG | 28 |
| Master of Fashion Management (MFM) | PG | 17 |
| Total | 350 |
Fashion Design and B.F.Tech have the highest absolute vacancy numbers due to their larger total seat counts. In percentage terms, Knitwear Design, Leather Design, and Accessory Design programmes see higher vacancy rates because fewer students prioritise these specialisations, and they are available at only a handful of campuses.
How to Check NIFT 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix
Follow these steps to view and download the NIFT 2026 Round 2 seat matrix from the official portal:
- Visit the official NIFT admission portal at nift.admissions.nic.in.
- Click on the Round 2 Seat Matrix or Counselling link displayed on the homepage or within your admission dashboard.
- Select your programme level — UG (B.Des or B.F.Tech) or PG (M.Des, M.F.Tech, or MFM) — from the dropdown or listed links.
- The seat matrix will display vacant seats by institute and programme, along with a category-wise breakup (General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD).
- Download the PDF version for offline reference before submitting your Round 2 institute and programme preferences.
Key Points Before Participating in NIFT 2026 Round 2
- Students with a Round 1 seat can participate in Round 2 to upgrade their institute or programme. If a better seat is allotted in Round 2, the Round 1 seat is automatically cancelled.
- Students who did not receive any seat in Round 1 can fill fresh choices during Round 2 preference submission.
- New registrations are not accepted in Round 2 — only students registered in the original NIFT 2026 counselling cycle are eligible to participate.
- Category-wise seat distribution including J&K domicile and NRI quotas is included in the full seat matrix available on the official portal.
- After Round 2 allotment, students must pay the seat acceptance fee within the stipulated deadline to secure their seat. Non-payment by the deadline results in automatic cancellation of the allotted seat.
- If seats remain vacant after Round 2, NIFT may conduct a Round 3 or a spot round. The complete counselling schedule is available on the official admission portal.
NIFT 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. What is the NIFT 2026 Round 2 seat matrix?
Ans. The NIFT 2026 Round 2 seat matrix lists institute-wise and programme-wise vacant seats available for allotment in the second round of NIFT counselling. These vacancies arise from Round 1 seats not accepted by allottees and seats freed by students who withdrew from the process.
Ques. How many seats are available in NIFT 2026 Round 2?
Ans. Based on 2025 counselling trends, approximately 350 seats across UG and PG programmes are expected to be available in NIFT 2026 Round 2. The exact figure will be published on the official portal at nift.admissions.nic.in after Round 1 acceptance and withdrawal data is finalised.
Ques. Which NIFT institutes have the most vacant seats in Round 2?
Ans. Based on past trends, newer campuses such as Patna, Bhubaneswar, Raipur, Shillong, Srinagar, and Panchkula tend to carry more vacant seats into Round 2. Premier campuses like New Delhi and Mumbai typically fill most seats in Round 1 itself due to consistently high demand.
Ques. Can students who got a seat in Round 1 apply for Round 2?
Ans. Yes. Students allotted a seat in Round 1 can participate in Round 2 to upgrade their choice of institute or programme. If a better seat is allotted in Round 2, the Round 1 seat is cancelled automatically. Students satisfied with their Round 1 allotment do not need to participate in Round 2.
Ques. How do I download the NIFT 2026 Round 2 seat matrix PDF?
Ans. Visit nift.admissions.nic.in and navigate to the Counselling or Seat Matrix section on the homepage. The Round 2 seat matrix is available as a downloadable PDF directly on the homepage or within your counselling login dashboard.
Ques. What happens if I do not get a seat allotment in NIFT Round 2?
Ans. Students who do not receive a seat in Round 2 may be considered in subsequent rounds such as Round 3 or a spot round, if conducted by NIFT. Check the official NIFT 2026 counselling schedule on nift.admissions.nic.in for information on further rounds and their eligibility conditions.
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