NIFTEE 2026 — Stage 1: GAT and CAT
1 Stage 1: GAT and CAT paper from the 2026 NIFTEE examination, conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) for National Institute of Fashion Technology. Each paper links to its official source. Stage 1: GAT and CAT: General Ability Test (CBT) for all programmes, plus Creative Ability Test (pen and paper) for B.Des. and M.Des..
Stage 1: GAT and CAT pattern
GAT in computer-based mode and CAT in pen-and-paper mode; papers bilingual (Hindi and English). GAT questions carry 1 mark each with -0.25 for each incorrect response. Question counts and durations are set out in the NIFT Admission Guidelines 2026, not in the bulletin. (NIFTEE 2026 Information Bulletin) Official source
Patterns change between cycles. Confirm in the latest official notification.
| Exam paper | Year | Stage | Language | Type | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIFTEE Stage 1 2026 – GAT Final Answer Keys (all programmes) General Ability Test (B.Des., B.F.Tech., M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech.) · 8 Feb 2026 · 21 KB · Source: cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in | 2026 | Stage 1: GAT and CAT | English | Answer Key |
- NIFTEE Stage 1 2026 – GAT Final Answer Keys (all programmes)2026Stage 1: GAT and CATEnglishAnswer Key
General Ability Test (B.Des., B.F.Tech., M.Des., M.F.M., M.F.Tech.) · 21 KB · Source: cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in