NIFT Entrance Exam Coaching
*(Including Coaching For Pearl, SNDT, IAM, MIT Fashion Design, SID Fashion Design)
NIFT Entrance Exam Pattern (UG)
Phase 1: Written Exam (CAT/GAT/MAT) – in January
Phase 2: Situation Test – in April
Eligibility: 10+2 from any recognized board. Maths or Science is not necessary.
NIFT Entrance Exam Coaching At SILICA (UG)
| SILICA Course Details | 2 Term Course | 1 Term Course |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal for | X pass & XI standard students | XI pass & XII standard students |
| Total Duration | 98 classes (392 hrs) | 73 classes (292 hrs) |
| Class frequency | 4 hrs / once a week | 4 hrs / once a week |
| Installment facility available? | Yes | Yes |
Contact Our Coaching Centers In Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Indore, Nagpur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Nashik & Aurangabad To Get Convenient Batch Timings:
Andheri
Contact Person : Rupa Dhakan
Madhaveshwar CHS, 1st Floor,
Flat no. 8, Above Bootmaker,
S V Road, Next to Andheri (W) Bus Depot.
Mumbai 40 0058.
Phone : 8433932283, 9920219229
Ghatkopar
Contact Person : Kavita Redkar
310, Sai Infotech, Station Road,
Near Railway Station, Ghatkopar East
Mumbai-400077
Phone: 9819646072 , 7045823434
Charni Road
Contact Person : Jyoti Singh
101, 1st Floor, Anmol Society,
French Bridge, Opera House, Mumbai 400 007.
Phone: 7718959202 , 8879295297 , 02223822386
Mulund
Contact Person : Kavita Redkar
601, Parmeshwari Plaza,
Above HDFC Bank, N.S. Road,
Near Mulund West Station
Phone: 9819646072
Vashi
Contact Person : Mr.Ajay Naik
701, 7th Flr., Realtech Park,
Plot No. 39/2, Above LG Showroom,
Sector 30A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai.
Phone: 7666807170, (022)27811024
Vasai
Contact Person : Mr Manish Shah
Unit No 5 Vinod Niwas,
Above Vodafone Gallery,
Near Syndicate Bank Vasai West.
Phone: 7097638888
Borivali
Contact Person : Shikha
304 & 305 V Star Plaza, Beside Saraswat Bank,
Opp: Raj Mahal Hotel, Chandavarkar Lane,
Borivali West, Mumbai
Phone: 9029002530 , (022)28936365
Kalyan
Contact Person : Monal Naik
A1,Madhav Commercial Complex,
Station Road, Opp Archies Society,
Kalyan (W) - 421301.
Phone: 8433932288 , (0251) 2204498
Thane
Contact Person : Gauri
Jaishree Apts., 3rd Flr.,
Opp. Alok Restaurant, Gokhale Road.
Phone: 8080607170 , (022)25379610
Dadar
Contact Person : Priyanka
D-102, Gurukrupa, N. C,
Kelkar Road, Opp.Plaza Cinema,
Dadar (West) Mumbai 400 028.
Phone: 8433932282 , (022)24327715
Mahatma Gandhi Road
Contact Person : Gauri Khalate
2nd Floor, Shan Hira Building,
Near Canara Bank, Above Titan Showroom
M. G. Rd Camp,
Pune - 411 001.
Phone: 8928022216 , (020)64007814
Law College Road
Contact Person : Swapnil Jadhav
2nd Floor, Reverie Apts, Survey No. 805,
Bhandarkar Road, Above Skoda showroom,
Deccan, Pune - 411 004.
Phone: 8928022217 , (020)25648181
Pimpri Chinchwad
Contact Person : Sharayu
Office No 76, 5th Floor Kunal Plaza,
Near Chinchwad Station, Mumbai - Pune Highway Road
Chinchwad , Pune- 411019
Phone: 8928222210 , (020)46720207
Baner
Contact Person : Sayli
3rd Floor, Shri Ram Yashoda,
SNO 79/1, Next to Orchid School, Balewadi Phata,
Baner , Pune- 411045
Phone: 8928022217
BTM Layout
Contact Person : Ajay Kisshan
#75, 2nd floor,
BTM 100 feet road, 2nd stage,
Bangalore - 560076
Phone: 08073084522 , (080)26681099
Preet Vihar
Plot No. 6, 2nd floor, Park End Colony, Vikas Marg, Preet Vihar, above Bank of India New Delhi - 110092
Phone: 8810418416
South Ext
F-13, Ground Floor, Opp. Manav Medicare Center, South Ext Part 1, Block F, New Delhi - 110049
Phone: 8810433025
Malleshwaram
Contact Person : G N Reddy
No. 18/3, Above Cafe Coffee Day,
18th Cross, Sampige Road,
Malleshwaram(W), Bengaluru, 560003
Phone: 9513330540 , 9513330539
Mansi Circle
432, Sunrise Mall, Near Swaminarayan Temple, Mansi Cross Roads, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat - 380015
Phone: 7984537766
Indore
Contact Person : Nimita Chhabra
211, Mourya centre,
16, Race course Road opposite Basket ball complex,
Near Janjeerwala chouraha, Indore -452001
Phone: 7773033311 , 7773033322
Nagpur
Contact Person : Aparna Tayade
Pratibha Sankul 3rd Floor,
Beside Alankar Cinema,
Dharampeth, Nagpur
Phone: 7977232418, 9324031268
Lucknow
Contact Person : Aishwarya Mohit
Rohit Bhawan, 4th Floor, A,
Sapru Marg, Hazratganj, Lucknow,
Uttar Pradesh 226001.
Phone: 9532351990
Aurangabad
Contact Person : Ar Sharda Mudkavi
Plot No 177, N3 Nyay Mandir Marg,
Kamgar Chowk, N 3, Cidco,
Aurangabad, Maharashtra 431009
Phone: 9673993691
Nashik
Contact Person : Seema Patil
Shop No 202-205, Patil Plaza,
Second Floor, Vise Mala,
Canada Corner, Nashik,
Maharashtra, India - 422005.
Phone: 7498180068
Kanpur
Contact Person : Sunaina Jalan
7/190 Nageshwar Tower,
4th floor Swaroop Nagar,
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India- 208002.
Phone: 9819646072
Course Content
SILICA courses are designed and created by NID, NIFT, IIT-IDC alumni with deep experience in teaching. The course includes coaching for other design schools like PEARL, MIT, SRISHTI, SID, IAM entrance exams.
| SILICA Course Modules | 2 Term Course | 1 Term Course |
|---|---|---|
| Drawing and Design Foundation | 22 classes (88 hrs) | 11 classes (48 hrs) |
| Visual Thinking using Image Editor | 4 classes (16 hrs) | - |
| Visual Thinking using Drawing Software | 4 classes (16 hrs) | - |
| Visual Thinking using 3D Design & Models | 6 classes (24 hrs) | - |
| General Ability Test (GAT) coaching | 28 classes (112 hrs) | 28 classes (112 hrs) |
| Creative Ability Test (CAT) coaching | 12 classes (48 hrs) | 12 classes (48 hrs) |
| Test series (16 sample papers) | 10 classes (40 hrs) | 10 classes (40 hrs) |
| Spl Coaching for Other Design Schools(Pearl, MIT-FD, IAM, SID-FD, SRISHTI) | 6 classes (24 hrs) | 6 classes (24 hrs) |
| pl Workshop for Phase 2 preparation(Pearl, MIT-FD, IAM, SID-FD, SRISHTI) | 6 classes (24 hrs) | 6 classes (24 hrs) |
| Total | 98 classes (392 hrs) | 73 classes (292 hrs) |
CLICK TO SEE MODULE CONTENTS IN DETAIL
| Module name | Module description and contents |
|---|---|
| Drawing & Design Foundation | Developing skills in design principles, human figure drawing, perspective, isometric drawing, compositions, object drawings. |
| Visual Thinking Using Digital Software | Students explore visualization and design thinking using digital softwares. This medium helps them explore and experiment with thousands of shapes, effects, colors, compositions, designs and then replicate that on paper. |
| Visual Thinking Using 3D Design & Models | Students explore different materials and create 3D models. Learning this medium helps students understand design in the real 3D world and then replicate the 3D representations on paper. |
| General Ability Test (GAT) coaching | Students will undergo a revision of Quantitative Math, Analytical Reasoning, English Communication, English Comprehension and General Knowledge. Time is of essence in the objective type GAT paper; students will be given rigorous training in time management. |
| Creative Ability Test (CAT) coaching | Students undergo comprehensive coaching in Design Problem Solving, Visual Sense, Observation & Perception, Environmental Awareness, Mental Ability and Communication skills through a range of visual and textual exercises. Questions from past papers are solved in class for a period of up to 4 months. |
| Test Series (16 sample papers) | SILICA’s test series is uniquely designed for students to improve their performance with each new test attempted. Tests are taken once a week, assessed and feedback provided within the week, so students can improve their attempt in next week’s test. This helps students reach 100% confidence by the time of their exam. |
| Spl Coaching for Other Design Schools(Pearl, MIT-FD, IAM, SID-FD, SRISHTI) | Other design schools like PEARL, MIT-FD, SID-FD, IAM, SRISHTI have their own entrance exams which are largely based on NID’s entrance exam but have subtle differences. This special coaching, conducted just before these entrance exams, focuses on these differences and equips students to handle them successfully. SILICA students astounding success at PEARL, MIT, SRISHTI and SID exams is testament to effectiveness of these workshops. |
| Spl Workshop for Phase 2 Preparation (Pearl, MIT-FD, IAM, SID-FD, SRISHTI) | SILICA’s Phase 2 workshop is created and conducted by alumni of NID, NIFT and IIT-IDC. The workshop covers studio test coaching and last 5 years exercises & mock situation tests. The highlight is a home coaching DVD pack which all students receive which is easy to learn and students can practice 24x7 from home. |
NIFT Preparation 2021/2022
NIFT 2021 Entrance Exam Preparation
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NIFT 2021 Entrance Exam Preparation -
NIFT Situation Test 2020 - What will happen if you are provisionally shortlisted? -
Provisionally Shortlisted for NIFT Situation Test? What does it mean? -
How to crack NIFT Situation Test? 5 Things you need to practice. -
Top 5 Tips for NIFT Situation Test & How to Practice for Getting Top Ranks -
IQ and Design Aptitude Test Questions for Design Entrance Exam India
NIFT Entrance Exam Pattern (PG)
Phase 1: Written Exam (CAT/GAT/MAT) – written exam in January
Phase 2: Studio Test & Personal Interview – in April
Eligibility: Any graduate or last year student can apply.
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Master of Design (M.Des.)
Undergraduate Degree from any institute / university recognized by law in India or Diploma in UG Design from NIFT / NID only
Note: Design Space is an advanced course that demands an understanding of fundamentals in design and presupposes that candidates would be familiar with the basic skills and theories for successful completion of the programme. NIFT programme would not provide any basic knowledge and skill development in design as a part of Master programme.
Master of Fashion Management (M.F.M.)
Undergraduate Degree from any institute / university recognized by law in India or Diploma in UG Design from NIFT / NID only
Master of Fashion Technology (M.F.Tech.)
B.FTech. from NIFT or B.E / B.Tech from any institute / university recognised by law in India
NIFT Entrance Exam Coaching At SILICA (PG)
| SILICA Course Details | 2 Term Course | 1 Term Course |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal for | Final year students or Graduates | Final year students or Graduates |
| Total Duration | 67 classes (268 hrs) | 32 classes (128 hrs) |
| Class frequency | 4 hrs / once a week | 4 hrs / once a week |
| Installment facility available? | Yes | Yes |
Course Content
SILICA courses are designed and created by NID, NIFT, IIT-IDC alumni with deep experience in teaching. The course includes coaching for other design schools like PEARL, MIT, SRISHTI, IAM entrance exams.
| SILICA Course Modules | 2 Term Course | 1 Term Course |
|---|---|---|
| Drawing and Design Foundation | 11 classes (44 hrs) | - |
| General Ability Test (GAT) coaching | 28 classes (112 hrs) | 28 classes (112 hrs) |
| Creative Ability Test (CAT) coaching | 12 classes (48 hrs) | - |
| Test series (16 sample papers) | 10 classes (40 hrs) | 4 classes (16 hrs) |
| Spl Coaching for Other Design Schools(Pearl, MIT-FD, IAM, SID-FD, SRISHTI) | 6 classes (24 hrs) | - |
| Total | 67 classes (268 hrs) | 32 classes (128 hrs) |
*Note- Students who have completed BFA or B.Arch can opt out of the Drawing & Design Foundation module
CLICK TO SEE MODULE CONTENTS IN DETAIL
| Module name | Module description and contents |
|---|---|
| Drawing & Design Foundation | Developing skills in design principles, human figure drawing, perspective, isometric drawing, compositions, object drawings. |
| General Ability Test (GAT) coaching | Students will undergo a revision of Quantitative Math, Analytical Reasoning, English Communication, English Comprehension and General Knowledge. Time is of essence in the objective type GAT paper; students will be given rigorous training in time management. |
| Creative Ability Test (CAT) coaching | Students undergo comprehensive coaching in Design Problem Solving, Visual Sense, Observation & Perception, Environmental Awareness, Mental Ability and Communication skills through a range of visual and textual exercises. Questions from past papers are solved in class for a period of up to 4 months. |
| Test Series (16 sample papers) | SILICA’s test series is uniquely designed for students to improve their performance with each new test attempted. Tests are taken once a week, assessed and feedback provided within the week, so students can improve their attempt in next week’s test. This helps students reach 100% confidence by the time of their exam. |
| Spl Coaching for Other Design Schools(Pearl, MIT-FD, IAM, SID-FD, SRISHTI) | Other design schools like PEARL, MIT-FD, SID-FD, IAM, SRISHTI have their own entrance exams which are largely based on NID’s entrance exam but have subtle differences. This special coaching, conducted just before these entrance exams, focuses on these differences and equips students to handle them successfully. SILICA students astounding success at PEARL, MIT, SRISHTI and SID exams is testament to effectiveness of these workshops. |
FAQs - NIFT
Read newspaper daily. You can use the internet to keep up with what is happening in the world. Give special focus on topics and news related to the fashion industry and fashion experts.
Candidates need to four different sections for effective preparation of NIFT entrance exam 2021. These four sections include general ability test, creative ability test, situation test, and group discussion (GD) and personal interview (PI).
General Ability Test (GAT)
In GAT, candidates will get questions from a total of six distinct sections. These include the following:
- Quantitative Ability: This sub-test will comprise of questions from Distance, Ration ad Proportion, Work and Task, Fractions, Rate of Interest, Percentage, Division, Multiplication, and Addition.
- English Comprehension: In this sub-test, candidates will get a passage and they need to answer the questions based on their understanding of it with their comprehension skills.
- Communication Ability: The questions of this sub-test will revolve around the use of English in day-to-day communication involving correct spellings, idioms and phrases, one-word substitutions, antonyms, numbers, synonyms, and words with corresponding meanings.
- Analytical Ability: This sub-test will comprise of questions related to analytical reasoning.
- Current Affairs and General Knowledge (GK): This sub-test will feature questions from the current affairs and other aspects of general knowledge.
- Case Study: This sub-test will assess managerial skills of candidates based on the case study of an industry. Candidates will need to study it carefully and then answer the questions using their managerial skills.
In the NIFT entrance exam, candidates get questions from the different sections of its syllabus. These questions test the communication, analytical, and creative skills of candidates.
As is the case with most competitive examinations, an examinee’s a candidate’s NIFT entrance exam preparations decide their chances of cracking the entrance exam for NIFT.
The question paper isn’t too difficult but a candidate needs to be well-versed in creative skills or abilities to do well in it. Most aspirants either join NIFT coaching classes or rely on self-study or adopt both these approaches to do well.
Filling the application form is the first step to make yourself eligible to appear for the NIFT entrance examination. To begin with, you need to visit the official website of NIFT and click the link to the ‘application form’. Next, click on the option to navigate to the ‘fresh candidate registration’ section. Thereafter, fill up each field and then click on the ‘submit’ button.
The percentage of marks secured in the board examination will not influence your chances of appearing for the NIFT entrance exam as long as you have the minimum pass percentage. So, you do not need to worry about the percentage of marks as the pass percentage of marks from any one of the boards would be good enough to be eligible for the NIFT entrance exam.
Prepare for the NIFT entrance exam with us. Once qualified, prepare for the Group Discussion and Personal Interview round. Qualified experts at Silica provide exemplary assistance to all the NIFT aspirants.
Prepare Quantitative Ability, Analytical & Logical Ability, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Case Study. Top-rated NIFT mocks at Silica will get you exam-ready in no time.
You can gain the advantage with books and resources from Silica, created by NIFT Alumni. The well researched books created by mapping the exam pattern will increase the success rate.
Silica’s NIFT study material keeps you one step ahead. The scientific approach, personalized guidance and books created by NIFT alumni will help you immensely to crack NIFT exam.
If you are aiming for a design career, drawing is a basic skill that you can acquire through practise and will help you throughout your career. For NIFT, basic drawing skill is enough.
If you prepare well for the NIFT entrance exam and qualify, you can easily get admission to NIFT. Silica has been helping hundreds of students achieve their dreams. Join today!
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