NIFT Mumbai 2026 Round 1 seat allotment was released on June 26, 2026 at nift.admissions.nic.in, with Fashion Communication (UR closing rank ~79 in 2025) and Fashion Design (~141 in 2025) recording the most competitive closing ranks among all B.Des programs at this campus.
The National Institute of Fashion Technology Mumbai released Round 1 allotment results for B.Des and B.FTech programs at nift.admissions.nic.in. The closing rank is the last Combined Merit Rank (CMR) allotted in a reservation category for a specific program in that round. B.Des and B.FTech maintain entirely separate CMR pools — their rank numbers are not directly comparable. Based on official 2025 UR data and historical category-ratio trends in NIFT allotments, program-wise and category-wise closing ranks for NIFT Mumbai 2026 are detailed below.
- Round 1 allotment date: June 26, 2026 at nift.admissions.nic.in.
- B.Des Fashion Communication (2025 UR: 79) and Fashion Design (2025 UR: 141) are the most competitive B.Des programs at NIFT Mumbai by closing rank.
- Textile Design (~437) and Knitwear Design (~654) show higher (less competitive) UR closing ranks at this campus in 2025.
- B.FTech Fashion Technology uses a separate CMR pool; its 2025 UR closing rank was approximately 93 within the B.FTech merit list.
- Students not allotted in Round 1 may get a seat in Round 2 counselling if vacancies arise from non-acceptance.
| Direct Link to NIFT 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result (OUT) |
NIFT Mumbai 2026 Round 1 Allotment: Key Details
NIFT Mumbai is one of the most sought-after campuses of the National Institute of Fashion Technology, offering six B.Des programs and one B.FTech program. Seat allotment is based on the CMR, computed separately for B.Des (Creative Ability Test + General Ability Test + Situation Test) and B.FTech (General Ability Test + Group Discussion + Personal Interview).
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Campus | NIFT Mumbai |
| Round 1 Allotment Date | June 26, 2026 |
| B.Des Programs | Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Textile Design, Accessory Design, Leather Design, Knitwear Design |
| B.FTech Program | Fashion Technology |
| Rank Basis | Combined Merit Rank (CMR) — separate lists for B.Des and B.FTech |
| Reservation Categories | UR, OBC-NCL (27%), SC (15%), ST (7.5%), EWS (10%), PwD (5%) |
| OR-CR Portal | nift.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/ |
NIFT Mumbai B.Des 2025 UR Closing Rank (Reference Data)
The table below shows confirmed and trend-based 2025 Round 1 UR closing ranks for B.Des programs at NIFT Mumbai — the most reliable benchmark for gauging 2026 competitiveness. Fashion Communication recorded the lowest UR closing rank, making it the hardest program to secure at this campus. Fashion Design followed closely. Round 2 closing ranks are typically 5–10 ranks lower than Round 1 for the same program, as seats freed by non-acceptance reduce the pool slightly.
| B.Des Program | UR Closing Rank — 2025 Round 1 | UR Closing Rank — 2025 Round 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fashion Communication | 79 | ~75 |
| Fashion Design | 141 | 133 |
| Textile Design | 437 | ~420 |
| Accessory Design | ~490–520 | ~470–500 |
| Leather Design | ~550–590 | ~530–570 |
| Knitwear Design | 654 | ~630 |
Fashion Design (Round 1 and 2), Fashion Communication (Round 1), and Textile Design (Round 1) are based on published 2025 official trend data. Values marked ~ are estimated from typical rank patterns for programs where separate published data was not available.
NIFT Mumbai B.Des 2026 Category-Wise Closing Rank (Expected)
The table below shows expected 2026 Round 1 closing ranks for NIFT Mumbai B.Des programs across all reservation categories. Figures are derived from 2025 UR data and historical category-to-UR ratios seen in NIFT allotment data: OBC-NCL typically runs at approximately 1.7x the UR closing rank, SC at approximately 3x, ST at approximately 4.4x, and EWS at approximately 1.1x. Verify actual 2026 closing ranks at nift.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/ after allotment is updated.
| B.Des Program | UR (Expected) | OBC-NCL (Expected) | SC (Expected) | ST (Expected) | EWS (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion Communication | Up to 90 | Up to 155 | Up to 265 | Up to 390 | Up to 100 |
| Fashion Design | Up to 155 | Up to 265 | Up to 450 | Up to 660 | Up to 175 |
| Textile Design | Up to 470 | Up to 800 | Up to 1,400 | Up to 2,050 | Up to 515 |
| Accessory Design | Up to 540 | Up to 920 | Up to 1,610 | Up to 2,360 | Up to 595 |
| Leather Design | Up to 610 | Up to 1,040 | Up to 1,820 | Up to 2,660 | Up to 670 |
| Knitwear Design | Up to 710 | Up to 1,210 | Up to 2,120 | Up to 3,100 | Up to 780 |
All figures are expected based on 2025 UR data and typical NIFT category ratios. Actual 2026 values may differ and are published at nift.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/ after each allotment round.
NIFT Mumbai B.FTech 2026 Closing Rank
B.FTech (Fashion Technology) at NIFT Mumbai uses a completely separate CMR list from all B.Des programs. The B.FTech CMR is computed from the General Ability Test combined with Group Discussion and Personal Interview scores. This pool contains only B.FTech-qualified students, so a B.FTech rank of 93 and a B.Des rank of 141 belong to different groups entirely and cannot be compared. The 2025 UR closing rank for B.FTech at NIFT Mumbai was approximately 93 within this pool.
| Program | UR (Expected) | OBC-NCL (Expected) | SC (Expected) | ST (Expected) | EWS (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion Technology (B.FTech) | Up to 105 | Up to 180 | Up to 310 | Up to 455 | Up to 120 |
Expected based on 2025 B.FTech merit pool UR closing rank of ~93 and typical category ratios. Ranks are within the B.FTech CMR pool — not comparable with B.Des CMR. Verify 2026 official data at nift.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/.
Factors Affecting NIFT Mumbai Closing Rank
NIFT Mumbai’s closing rank for each program and category shifts each year based on several factors:
- Program popularity relative to seat intake: Fashion Communication and Fashion Design attract the most aspirants per seat at NIFT Mumbai, keeping UR closing ranks the lowest (most competitive). Knitwear Design and Leather Design draw fewer applicants per seat, resulting in numerically higher closing ranks.
- Situation Test weightage (B.Des): The Situation Test carries 30% of the B.Des CMR. Students who score strongly here can improve their final merit rank by several hundred positions, making otherwise out-of-reach programs accessible.
- GD-PI performance (B.FTech): Group Discussion and Personal Interview contribute substantially to the B.FTech CMR. Strong GD-PI scores can compensate for a lower written test performance and move a student into a more competitive rank band.
- Total NIFT applicants in 2026: A rise in the number of students sitting for the NIFT entrance exam compresses closing ranks across all programs and campuses. Even a 5–10% increase in test-takers can make closing ranks noticeably more competitive.
- Preference order during counselling: NIFT Mumbai’s strong placement record and proximity to the fashion industry mean most top-ranked students list it early in their preferences. Seats fill fast in Round 1, sustaining competitive closing ranks year after year.
NIFT Mumbai 2026 Closing Rank FAQs
Ques. What was the NIFT Mumbai Fashion Design UR closing rank in 2025?
Ans. The NIFT Mumbai B.Des Fashion Design UR closing rank in 2025 was 141 in Round 1 and 133 in Round 2. Based on these figures, the expected 2026 Round 1 UR closing rank for this program is approximately 155. Verify the confirmed 2026 figure at nift.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/.
Ques. Which B.Des program has the most competitive closing rank at NIFT Mumbai?
Ans. Based on 2025 official data, B.Des Fashion Communication had the lowest UR closing rank at NIFT Mumbai — 79 in Round 1. Fashion Design followed at 141. Both programs consistently attract the highest demand per seat at this campus and are the hardest to secure by CMR.
Ques. Are NIFT B.Des and B.FTech closing ranks on the same merit list?
Ans. No — B.Des and B.FTech use entirely separate Combined Merit Rank (CMR) pools. B.Des CMR is computed from the Creative Ability Test, General Ability Test, and Situation Test. B.FTech CMR uses the General Ability Test with Group Discussion and Personal Interview. A B.Des rank of 141 and a B.FTech rank of 93 belong to different pools and cannot be compared against each other.
Ques. How do OBC and SC closing ranks compare to the UR closing rank at NIFT Mumbai?
Ans. Based on historical NIFT allotment trends, OBC-NCL closing ranks are typically around 1.7 times the UR closing rank for the same program. SC closing ranks are approximately 3 times the UR figure, while ST closing ranks can be 4 to 4.5 times the UR figure. EWS closing ranks are usually close to the UR closing rank — typically 1.1 times or less.
Ques. Can I get a NIFT Mumbai seat in Round 2 if I missed the Round 1 closing rank?
Ans. Yes. Seats vacated by students who do not accept their Round 1 allotment are released in Round 2. If your rank is slightly above the Round 1 closing rank for your preferred program at NIFT Mumbai, you may receive an allotment in Round 2. Round 2 closing ranks depend on the number of vacancies and the merit of students remaining in the counselling pool.
Ques. Where can I check the official NIFT Mumbai 2026 category-wise closing rank?
Ans. The official program-wise and category-wise Opening and Closing CMR for NIFT Mumbai 2026 is published at nift.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/. Select the allotment round, institute (Mumbai), program, and reservation category to view the closing rank for your specific combination. The portal is updated after each allotment round.
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