National Institute of Fashion Technology, Bhopal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India

Autonomous University

Government
Estd. 2008

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Bhopal, established in 2008, functions out of a transit campus located in the MP Bhoj (Open) University compound at Kolar Road. One of the more recent NIFT campuses across the country.

The National Institute of Fashion Technology Bhopal, the campus offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses and Continuing Education programmes. The undergraduate courses offered at the campus are B. Des in Fashion and Lifestyle Accessories and Textile Design. Both courses are 4 years in duration. The courses are supported by skilled and experienced faculty having extensive industry experience and exposure. They follow innovative teaching methodologies, preparing students for working in fast-paced professional environments. All NIFTs conduct a cumulative admission procedure. Application forms must be filled out online followed by payment of the application fee. The Creative Ability Test (CAT), the General Ability Test (GAT), and the Situation Test round make up the NIFT Entrance Exam. GAT is the selection criteria used particularly for admissions to B.F.Tech. Meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds can apply for NIFT's Means-cum-Merit Financial Assistance plan or for the scholarships given out by the NIFT Development Fund. The NIFTs across the country have a centralised placement cell, which organises on-campus placements, pre-placement offers and off-campus placements. Top designers, as well as companies from the FMCG, journalism, and media industries, provide job opportunities to students at NIFT placements. H&M, Bata India Ltd, Raniwala Jewellers Pvt. Ltd, Go Colors, and Decathlon is among the leading companies that recruit from the NIFT campuses.

The NIFT Bhopal campus hosts a library where in addition to books and digital resources, students can also scan and photocopy reference documents. Students can get hands-on practical training in the Weaving lab, Dyeing and Printing lab, General and Leather Workshops, 6 studios and IT labs on campus. Classes are held in the four well-equipped classrooms on campus. The campus also has seminar halls, a cafeteria, a stationery shop, medical facilities and a recreation room and other sports facilities. Resident female scholars can avail of accommodation provided at the hostel. Students also have access to the shuttle service for field trips or industrial visits.

Admission Procedure

B.Des and post-graduate courses in Master of Fashion Management (MFM) are some of the programs available at NIFT Bhopal. Aside from that, NIFT Bhopal offers a variety of Continuing Education Programs (CEP). The NIFT Entrance Exam is used to determine admission to UG programmes. The Creative Ability Test (CAT), the General Ability Test (GAT), and the Situation Test round make up the NIFT Entrance Exam. Candidates for MFT should have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent, as well as good marks in the GAT and CAT portions of the NIFT Entrance Exam, which are each worth 40% of the total points. A personal interview round will then follow.

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Faculty

The faculty of NIFT Bhopal, is a critical enabler in bringing the institute's goal to life. The professors, who have received their education at some of the world's most prestigious fashion institutes, bring to the classroom professional abilities, a broad range of experience, and years of hands-on industry experience. Faculty at NIFT develop critically engaged teaching approaches while putting them to the test in a variety of initiatives and circumstances. Students obtain vital knowledge, experience, and awareness of design application and industry dynamics by working with faculty on diverse real-life projects, enhancing their expertise and developing their talent.

Placements

Campus Placements at the National Institute of Fashion Technology provides a platform for graduating students from diverse disciplines in two-year postgraduate and four-year undergraduate programs to achieve their professional hopes and objectives, and consequently requires employer organizations' active and persistent participation. The placement process of NIFTs are centralised. Companies can hire students from any of the NIFT campuses or courses through three channels that the institute facilitates: on-campus placements, pre-placement offers, and off-campus placements.

Scholarships

Every year, a significant amount of money from the NIFT Development Fund is put to good use in the area of scholarship. "NIFT's Means-cum-Merit Financial Assistance" plan allows students from low-income families to receive reduced tuition at any of its campuses in order to maximise their potential.

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