Everything You Need to Know About NIFT MFM Eligibility Criteria 2025

Overview: The Master of Fashion Management (MFM) is one of the top-ranking and in-demand courses, preferred by thousands of graduates who aspire to make a successful career in Fashion Management. This article discusses the eligibility criteria for the NIFT MFM and the age limit for pursuing the course.

MFM NIFT spans two years and four semesters. It is curated to modulate students into Fashion Management experts and designed to impart the knowledge and abilities required to develop fashion industry administrators and top executives. 

Students must satisfy the NIFT MFM eligibility criteria to be admitted into design programs. But what are they? Don't know? Don't worry! We have listed all the necessary information in this article. So read on! 

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NIFT Master in Fashion Management

Before proceeding to the NIFT MFM eligibility, let us have a look at some basic information on the Master in Fashion Management -

Particulars	Details
Full Form	Masters in Fashion Management
Level of the Course	Undergraduate (UG)
Number of Semesters	4 (2 years)
Examination Terms	Twice annually (semester basis)
Criteria for Application	Need a graduate degree (Science Stream preferable) with a minimum 50% aggregate score from a recognized university.
How to secure admission?	Via Entrance test and GD round
Payable amount as fees	INR 4.5 lakhs
Minimum Package	INR 3-8 lacs
Recruiting Companies	Brand marketers, Textile mills, Home furnishing companies, Startup firms, E-retailers, etc.
Offered Job roles	Quality Manager, Designer, Head Designer, Marketing and Social Media Manager, and Fashion Coordinator.

NIFT MFM Eligibility Criteria

When we discuss NIFT MFM eligibility, there are three significant Segments based on which your eligibility will be evaluated. Those factors are:

• Age
• Nationality
• Qualifications

However, these factors can differ from one course to another, even in the same institute. So, it is necessary to accumulate all the information before filling out the Application/Admission form of NIFT for a Master in Fashion Management. Let's see each section in detail. 

Age: 

To get admission to the Master's in Fashion Management, you do not need to fit into any age bracket. MFM NIFT doesn't bar any candidate from applying for this course as long as you have the required qualifications. 

Nationality: 

Indian nationals and others carrying Indian passports temporarily settled overseas for Education or Employment purposes pass NIFT MFM eligibility criteria. However, all must retain Indian Nationality irrespective of their present circumstances. 

Qualification: 

• If you have graduated from an overseas University or board, your degree must be equivalent to that of an Indian University. You must verify before admission that your degree is equivalent to that of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) in New Delhi.
• For admission to the Master in Fashion Management program, you must pass the GMAT/CAT/MAT. However, you will get selected based on Merit, meaning the one with a higher score will be given preference over others.
• Also, your GMAT score must not be declared before 1 January 2021 and should be submitted to the college by 30 April 2026 because the GMAT scorecard is valid for 5 years. Exceeding that will result in rejection.

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NIFT MFM Eligibility: Category-Wise Reservation

Since NIFT is an Institution of National Importance, it follows the UGC protocol of providing reservations to the categories entitled to reservation under the Indian Constitution. Those sections include SC/SCT, OBC, EWS & PWD. Check out the reservation percentage for each category for NIFT MFM eligibility -

Section	Seat allotment
ST	7.5%
EWS- General Category	10%
SC	15%
PwD	5%
OBC-NCL	27%

NIFT MFM Eligibility for Reserved Candidates

While submitting your application, you must select the criteria for submitting the form. Given that each criterion has its perk. Also, candidates from the General section are not allowed to fill their application from other reserved categories instead of EWS, or their application will get rejected. 

OBC-NCL

If you hail from the OBC non-creamy layer, you must carry a valid document stating the same, and the information must be verified by a government body. Also, you should attach a certificate stating your social status before acquiring the reservation benefits.

• The OBC certificate should highlight that you hail from the Non-Creamy segment.
• The caste mentioned in the OBC (Non-Creamy) credential should be established in the Central list of OBCs, obtainable at http://ncbc.nic.in/backward-classes/index.html.
• If your Marital Status is married, you have to generate your caste certificate bearing your registered name (a/c your 10th Class Registration name) 
• Also, you can't submit the certificate of your parents/spouses or guardians stating the caste information, and it should have been issued in your name. 
• Lastly, if you are from OBC-Creamy, you don't fall under these criteria. Hence, you must refrain from applying in this category. 

SC/ST

If you belong to SC/ST and wish to apply from this criteria, then you are subjected to produce a valid and attested certificate from government authorities. It could be State/Central or Union Territories Authorized. Also, it must carry all the information in the correct order because documents with Incomplete or misleading information will not be entertained. 

General (Economical Weaker Sections)

You will benefit from this reservation if you are from the General Category and fit into the terms and conditions mentioned under OM No. 20013/01/2018-BC-II dated 17 January 2019. MHRD India issued this memorandum to provide reservation relaxation for general candidates who are not economically strengthened. 

• The benefit of this reservation will be given if you can successfully produce the Economical Weaker Sections certificate attested by the Competent Authority of Blocks, District, or State Level. 
• Your Income certificate must not exceed 8 lakh per annum. Only then will your certificate be considered valid. Your certificate should also contain all verified Information; no false Information will be entertained. 

PwD- Person with a disability 

If you have a disability, you should produce a certificate stating your disability. Also, your certificate should fall into the T&C mentioned under the medical authority sub-section (1) of section 57 of the act and rules 17 (a) and (b) of G.S.R. 591(E).

• You must carry this certificate alongside your other documents at the time of Counseling and while taking admission to the NIFT MFM. 
• Also, you must not skip counselling rounds if you successfully want to claim admission.
• The admission will be allocated only after the counsel verifies your capabilities and the certificate you have produced.

State Domicile Eligibility

NIFT has separate provisions for candidates who are residents of a particular State (State having NIFT Campuses). These candidates are provided certain relaxations and additional perks over candidates from other states. So, if you are a Domicile student, you might receive preference over others. 

1. You must have your schooling or college fine from your native state to obtain the benefits of Domicile. 
2. The establishment address of your school must be present on the certificate alongside the address of the school (in case you have pursued your schooling in distance mode)
3. Admission under Domicile criteria will be available in the following states listed below. 

NIFT CAMPUSES	STATE OFFERING DOMICILE BENEFITS
Kangra	Himachal Pradesh
Bhopal	Madhya Pradesh
Bhubaneswar	Odisha
Srinagar	Jammu and Kashmir
Patna	Bihar
Shillong	Meghalaya
Kannur	Kerala
Jodhpur	Rajasthan
Panchkula	Haryana

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NIFT MFM Eligibility: Exams

Masters in Fashion Management (NIFT) Eligibility: To be eligible for the Master's in Fashion Management program at NIFT, candidates must possess a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in any discipline from a recognized university. Additionally, they must have a keen interest in fashion and related fields, as well as a strong desire to pursue a career in fashion management. Admission requirements may vary depending on the specific NIFT campus, so applicants should thoroughly review the eligibility criteria for their chosen campus before applying.

In this section, you can check out all the examinations that will make you eligible for admission at MFM NIFT across all its campuses. 

CAT

The CAT is an all-India-level entrance Examination that IIMs oversee. Its primary goal is to offer admission to PG Management courses, and institutions such as NIFT also accept its MFM score.

The CAT consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, each worth one point and marked with negative markings. You will also have 120 minutes to answer all 100 questions.

Lastly, If you are in the General Category, you must pay around INR 2,000 for the Application Form, while those in the Reserved Category must pay INR 1000.

MAT

AIMA organizes and manages the MAT, which offers admission to qualified candidates in postgraduate management courses.

You must attempt questions from five sections in the MAT, including English, Math, and General Awareness. Furthermore, the MAT is only given once every four years and consists of 200 questions that must be answered in 150 minutes. The application fee for the MAT exam is INR 1650 for PBT and INR 2750 for CBT.

GMAT

You must clear GAT if you have an NRI rank and want to pursue an MFM degree from NIFT. Additionally, you must enlist for GAT six months before the exam date to have enough time to book a slot. Also, You will have around 2 hours and 45 minutes to answer all the questions on your screen. Also, The GMAT application form costs USD 250.

Note: The cutoff for all the abovementioned examinations is very High, and NIFT is likely to select candidates who acquire ranks between 1-100. So, make sure to prepare well before you set out to sit in these examinations. 

MFM NIFT Fee Structure 

Master of Fashion Management (NIFT) Fees: The fees for the Master of Fashion Management program at NIFT vary depending on several factors, including the campus location, duration of the program, and any additional facilities or services provided. Generally, NIFT is a prestigious institution, and as such, the fees for its programs tend to be competitive but commensurate with the quality of education and resources offered. Prospective students are encouraged to consult the official NIFT website or contact the admissions office directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding fees and payment options.

The NIFT MFM fee structure includes tuition and fees like library and Hostel charges. Also, if you are an NRI student, your fees will likely be higher than those of Indian Candidates. So, let's look at the payable amount in detail. 

NIFT MFM Semester-Wise Fees for Non-NRIs

NIFT MFM Academic Fee Semester Wise For Non-NRI Category (In INR)
	2025-26		2026-27
	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4
Tuition Fee	136000	136000	143000	143000
Library Fee	9000	0	9500	0
Mediclaim & Student Development Fee	4500	0	4700	0
Exam Fee	4500	0	4700	0
Total	154000	136000	161900	143000
One Time Payments
Security Deposit (Refundable)	11400	0	0	0
Alumni Association Membership Fee	0	0	5600	0
Registration Fee	9300	0	0	0
Total	20700		5600
Total	174700	136000	167500	143000

NIFT MFM Semester-Wise Fees for NRIs

For NIFT Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai -

NIFT MFM Academic Fee Annually for NRI Category (In INR)
	2025-26	2026-27
Tuition Fee	822600	864000
Library Fee	47600	50000
Mediclaim & Student Development Fee	30500	32000
Exam Fee	4500	4700
Total	905200	950700
One Time Payments
Security Deposit (Refundable)	11400	0
Alumni Association Membership Fee	0	5600
Registration Fee	9300	0
Total	20700	5600
Total	925900	956300

For NIFT Patna, Kangra, Bhopal, Kannur, Shillong, Jodhpur, Bhubaneshwar, Panchkula, Raebareli & Srinagar -

NIFT MFM Academic Fee Annually for NRI Category (In INR)
	2025-26	2026-27
Tuition Fee	575900	605000
Library Fee	33300	35000
Mediclaim & Student Development Fee	21300	22400
Exam Fee	4500	4700
Total	635000	667100
One Time Payments
Security Deposit (Refundable)	11400	0
Alumni Association Membership Fee	0	5600
Registration Fee	9300	0
Total	20700	5600
Total	655700	672700

Terms & Conditions for MFM NIFT Fees Payable Amount

• All the fees like tuition fees, library fees, Mediclaim Amount & Examination Fees are non-refundable.
• There's no provision for relaxation in fees based on categories. However, you can benefit from the merit-based scholarship that NIFT offers. 
•  Also, You can apply for the State and Central Government Scholarship to waive your monetary burden.
• Hostel fees are optional in the list because you will be subjected to pay them only if you reside within the college premises, which are allocated lodging units. 
• Lastly, The fees are particularly nonrefundable. Hence, you must weigh all your options for admission before submitting your costs at MFM NIFT.

Read More: NIFT MFM Placements 2025

Conclusion

For graduates looking to further their education in the design field, the Master in Fashion Management offered by NIFT is a good choice. For aspirants wondering about the NIFT MFM eligibility criteria, we hope this article sheds some light on your doubts.