NIFT 2027 Application Fee: Category-Wise Structure and Payment Guide

The NIFT 2027 application fee is expected to be ₹2,000 for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS students and ₹1,000 for SC, ST, and PwD students for UG programs, based on 2026 fee trends.

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) releases the application form for its B.Des, B.FTech, M.Des, M.FTech, and MFM programs every year. Paying the application fee online is the final step to complete your NIFT 2027 registration. The fee you pay depends on your category and the program level you are applying for.

• UG Programs (B.Des, B.FTech): Expected fee of ₹2,000 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS and ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwD.
• PG Programs (M.Des, M.FTech, MFM): Expected fee of ₹2,500 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS and ₹1,250 for SC/ST/PwD.
• Payment mode: Online only — credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.
• The application fee is non-refundable once paid.
• SC/ST/PwD students must upload a valid certificate to claim the concession fee.

NIFT 2027 Application Fee Overview

NIFT admission covers programs in fashion design, technology, and management at campuses across India. The application fee is mandatory and must be paid online to finalise your registration. Based on 2026 trends, the fee structure is expected to remain consistent for NIFT 2027. The official figures will be published in the NIFT 2027 information bulletin on nift.ac.in.

NIFT 2027 Application Fee: Category-Wise Breakdown

The table below shows the expected fee for each category across UG and PG programs. All figures are based on 2026 fee trends and are subject to revision once NIFT releases the official 2027 notification.

SC, ST, and PwD students pay exactly half the fee compared to General and OBC-NCL students. Students applying to multiple program levels (for example, both B.Des and M.Des) are expected to pay the fee separately for each level. Always confirm exact amounts in the official NIFT 2027 prospectus before paying.

How to Pay NIFT 2027 Application Fee Online

Complete your NIFT 2027 fee payment using these steps after finishing the application form:

1. Visit the official NIFT website at nift.ac.in.
2. Click on the Admissions tab and open the NIFT 2027 application link.
3. Register using your email ID and mobile number to create a login.
4. Log in and fill in all personal, academic, and program preference details carefully.
5. Upload required documents: photograph, signature, and category certificate (SC/ST/PwD only).
6. Review your entire application and click Proceed to Fee Payment.
7. Choose a payment method: credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.
8. Enter the payment details and click Confirm to complete the transaction.
9. Download and save the payment confirmation receipt along with your transaction ID.

Your registration is complete only after a successful fee payment. Keep your transaction ID safe for any future support queries or document verification.

Key Points About NIFT 2027 Fee Payment

Keep these points in mind before you begin the fee payment process:

• Non-refundable: The fee will not be returned under any circumstance, including if you do not appear for the exam.
• No offline payment: Demand drafts, challan, and cash are not accepted. Only online payment is valid.
• One-time payment: You pay the fee once at registration. There is no separate charge for admit card download, result checking, or scorecard access.
• Bank charges: Your bank or payment gateway may apply a small processing charge over the stated fee amount.
• Failed transaction: If payment fails, do not retry immediately. Wait 2–3 working days for your bank to auto-refund the deducted amount before attempting again.
• Category certificate required: SC/ST/PwD students must upload a valid certificate at the time of application to receive the concession fee. Missing documents may result in the full General fee being applied.