NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result Declared – Direct Link, Scorecard, Cut Off & Admission Process

The wait is finally over for thousands of fashion aspirants across India. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the NIFT Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2026 Stage 2 Result today, 3rd June 2026.

Candidates who appeared for the Situation Test, Studio Test, Technical Ability Test, or Personal Interview (depending on their programme) can now check their final results on the official NTA website. The result will show whether you have been shortlisted for admission or not.

In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about the NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result — how to check, important dates, programme-wise selection process, weightage, cut off, and what to do next.

NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result – Quick Overview

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	NIFT Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Stage 1 Result Date	20th March 2026
Stage 2 Exam Dates	April – May 2026 (varies by programme)
Stage 2 Result Date	3rd June 2026
Official Website	exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/
Mode of Result	Online (Login with Application Number & Password)
Next Stage	Counselling / Seat Allotment

Latest Update: NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result has been declared today, 3rd June 2026. Candidates can check their final result on the official NTA portal.

Important Dates – NIFTEE 2026

Event	Date
Online Registration Start	8th December 2025
Last Date to Apply (Regular Fee)	6th January 2026
Last Date to Apply (Late Fee ₹5000)	7th – 10th January 2026
Correction Window	12th – 14th January 2026
Exam City Intimation	29th January 2026 onwards
Admit Card Released	4th & 5th February 2026
Exam Date (Stage 1 – CBT)	8th February 2026
Provisional Answer Key Released	17th February 2026
Stage 1 Result Declared	20th March 2026
Stage 2 – PG Interviews	6th April – 11th April 2026
Stage 2 – UG Situation Test	26th April 2026
Stage 2 Result Declared	3rd June 2026
Counselling / Seat Allotment	To be announced

How to Check NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result – Step by Step Guide

Follow these simple steps to check your NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result:

Step 1: Visit the official NTA NIFTEE portal – exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/

Step 2: Click on the link that says "NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result"

Step 3: You will be taken to a login page.

Step 4: Enter your credentials:

Application Number
Password (created during registration)
Security PIN (as shown on screen)

Step 5: Click on the Submit button.

Step 6: Your result will be displayed on the screen. It will show:

Your name and roll number
Programme applied for
Stage 1 marks (GAT + CAT)
Stage 2 marks (Situation Test / Interview / Studio Test)
Final status: Shortlisted / Not Shortlisted for admission

Step 7: Download the result as a PDF file and take a printout for future reference.

Note: For B.F.Tech programme, the final result is declared separately. Stage 2 result applies only to B.Des, M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech, and lateral entry programmes.

Programme-Wise Selection Process & Weightage

Different programmes have different selection stages and weightage. Here is a simple breakdown:

Programme	Stage 1 Components	Stage 2 Components	Final Weightage
B.Des	GAT (30%) + CAT (50%)	Situation Test (20%)	100%
B.F.Tech	GAT (Section A: 30%, Section B: 70%)	No Stage 2	Final result declared separately
B.Des (Lateral Entry)	GAT + CAT	Studio Test + Personal Interview	As per NIFT rules
B.F.Tech (Lateral Entry)	GAT	Technical Ability Test (TAT) + Personal Interview	As per NIFT rules
M.Des	GAT (30%) + CAT (40%)	Personal Interview (30%)	100%
M.F.M	GAT (70%)	Personal Interview (30%)	100%
M.F.Tech	GAT (70%)	Personal Interview (30%)	100%

Shortlisting Ratio: 1:4 (one seat to four candidates) category-wise.

Stage 2 Exam Details – What Happened?

For PG Programmes (M.Des, M.F.M, M.F.Tech)

Personal Interviews were conducted in New Delhi from 6th April to 11th April 2026
Candidates were assessed on 5 core dimensions: Career Orientation, Aptness for Programme, Achievements, Communication, and General Awareness (each carrying 20 marks – total 100 marks)

For UG Programmes (B.Des and Lateral Entry)

Situation Test (Model Making) was conducted on 26th April 2026 across 28 centres in 20 cities
Evaluation criteria: Form visualization, creative use of material, presentation, and explanation

Attendance Statistics (Stage 2)

PG Programmes Interview Attendance:

Programme	Registered	Appeared
Master of Design (M.Des)	680	553
Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M)	908	759
Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech)	51	36
M.Des & M.F.M (both)	442	355
Total	2081	1703

UG Programmes Stage 2 Attendance:

Programme	Registered	Appeared
B.Des (Artisans)	5	4
B.Des (NLEA)	48	27
B.F.Tech (NLEA)	14	7
B.F.Tech & B.Des (Both)	2064	1717
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)	9886	8647
Total	12065	10432

Overall attendance for Stage 2 was approximately 86.46%

What After NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result?

Congratulations if you have been shortlisted! Here is what comes next:

1. Download and Save Your Result

Keep at least 3-4 printouts of your Stage 2 result. You will need them during counselling.

2. Wait for Counselling Announcement

NTA and NIFT will soon release the counselling schedule on the official website. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for counselling.

3. Choice Filling and Seat Allotment

During counselling, you will need to fill your preferred NIFT campuses and specializations. Seats will be allotted based on your rank, category, and preferences.

4. Document Verification

Keep the following documents ready:

NIFTEE 2026 Admit Card (all stages)
NIFTEE Stage 2 Result / Scorecard
Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate (age proof)
Class 12 Marksheet & Certificate
Graduation Degree (for PG candidates)
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS – if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Passport size photographs (4-6 copies)

5. Fee Payment and Reporting

Once a seat is allotted, pay the admission fee and report to the allotted NIFT campus within the given time.

Important Points to Remember

✅ Stage 2 Result has been declared on 3rd June 2026
✅ Shortlisted candidates will be called for counselling
✅ B.F.Tech final result is declared separately
✅ 2 candidates have been cancelled for adopting Unfair Means Practices (UFM)
✅ Shortlisting ratio was 1:4 category-wise
✅ PwD candidates must have scored at least 50% of the cut-off marks of their category
✅ Keep checking the official NTA website for counselling updates

Important Links – NIFTEE 2026

Link Description	URL
NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result Direct Link	Click Here to Check Result
NTA Official Website	Click Here – Visit Site
NIFT Official Website	Click Here – www.nift.ac.in
Helpline Number	011-40759000
Email Support	[email protected]
Join Telegram for Updates	@govtexam_study

Frequently Asked Questions

When was NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result declared?

The NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Result was declared on 3rd June 2026 by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/.

How can I check my NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 result?

To check your NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 result, visit exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/, click on the Stage 2 Result link, enter your Application Number and Password, then submit. Your result will appear on the screen showing your final status.

What is the selection weightage for B.Des in NIFTEE 2026?

For B.Des, the final selection weightage is: GAT (30%) + CAT (50%) + Situation Test (20%). For PG programmes, the weightage includes Personal Interview along with GAT and CAT.

Is there negative marking in NIFTEE exam?

Yes, in the GAT (General Ability Test) which is a computer-based test, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Unanswered questions get no marks.

Where can I check NIFT result 2026 login link?

You can check the NIFT result 2026 login link on the official website or directly visit govtexam.study/
 for updates.

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