NIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – Section-wise Question, Marking Scheme, Mode for Written Exam & Situation Test/PI

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NIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – Candidates appearing in the NIFT 2025 exam are urged to carefully go through the NIFT 2025 exam pattern.

The exam pattern will help the candidate understand the dynamics of the NIFT 2025 question paper. For instance, the candidate will get to understand the test duration, types of questions asked, sections, section-wise and overall no. of questions, marking scheme, etc. 

These insights can be used to better an effective NIFT 2025 exam-preparation strategy.

For instance, the Communication Ability and English Comprehension section carries maximum 40% weightage for the B.Des program. This means, you simply can’t afford to perform poorly in the section. 

The 1st stage of the NIFT 2025 entrance exam includes the written exams – GAT and CAT. This will be followed by a Situation Test/ Personal Interview.

Here we bring you the NIFT 2025 exam pattern for all test components. So, keep reading.

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NIFT 2025 Exam Pattern – GAT

The 1st stage of the NIFT 2025 exam includes a Creative Ability Test (CAT) and a General Ability Test (GAT).

The GAT paper is mandatory for all courses. Meanwhile, only B.Des and M.Des candidates need to take the CAT.

The course-wise GAT exam pattern is explained in detail below.

NIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – B.Des, B.F.Tech

ProgramB.DesB.F.TechNIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – B.Des, B.F.Tech
PaperGATGAT – Section AGAT – Section BSection A (2 hrs) + Section B (1 hrs) + CAT (3 hrs)
Mode of examCBTCBTCBT
LanguageEnglish/ HindiEnglish/ HindiEnglish/ Hindi
Test Duration120 minutes120 minutes60 minutes
SectionsNumber of QuestionsNumber of QuestionsNumber of Questions
Communication Ability &
English Comprehension
4040NA
Quantitative Ability202015
Analytical and Logical Ability151515
General Knowledge and Current Affairs2525NA
Case StudyNANA20
TOTAL10010050

NIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – B.Des, B.F.Tech

ProgramM.F.MM.DesCandidates opting for MFM & M.Des
PaperGATGATSection-A (2 hrs.) + Section-B (1 hr.) +CAT (3 hrs.)




Language of written testEnglish/HindiEnglish/Hindi
Duration180 minutes120 minutes
Sections Number of questionsNumber of questions
Section A
Communication Ability & English Comprehension5050
Quantitative Ability2020
Analytical & Logical Ability2525
General Knowledge And Current Affairs2525
Section B
Case Study30
TOTAL150120

NIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – M.F.Tech

ProgramM.F.Tech
PaperGAT
Language of written testEnglish/Hindi
Duration180 minutes
SectionsNumber of questions
Communication Ability & English Comprehension45
Case Study25
Quantitative Ability30
Analytical & Logical Ability25
General Knowledge And Current Affairs25
TOTAL150

NIFT 2025 Exam Pattern – GAT paper

There is negative marking for the NIFT 2025 GAT exam.

  • For every wrong attempt, 25% marks will be deducted.
  • However, there is no negative marking for the CAT paper, which is a drawing-based exam.

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NIFT 2025 Exam Pattern – CAT

Candidates applying for the B.Des and B.Des candidates need to appear in a Creative Ability Test (CAT).

The exam pattern for NIFT 2025 CAT exam is given below.

ParticularsDescription
Mode Pencil-and-paper test.
Will be conducted offline.
Test duration3 hours
SkillsThe CAT test will judge the intuitive ability, power of observation in concept development and design ability of the candidate. 
An important aspect of the test is the creative and innovative use of colour and illustration skills.

NIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – Situation Test

If shortlisted, candidates seeking admission to the B.Des program have to next appear in a Situation Test. Note that written exam scores will be used to create the shortlist.

Key features of the NIFT Situation Test:

  • The Situation Test is a hands-on test 
  • It is designed to evaluate the candidate’s skills for material handling and innovative ability in a given situation with a given set of materials. 
  • No additional material will be provided/allowed. 
  • Model marking – The candidate will be asked to make a model. 
  • Parameters to be evaluated – The model will be evaluated on space visualization, innovative and creative use of given material, composition of elements, colour scheme, construction skill, finesse of the model and overall presentation, etc. 
  • Write-up explaining the concept behind the model – The candidate has to also submit a write-up explaining the model. The jury will use the write-up to check the above parameters. Since the medium of instruction in NIFT is English, the write-up must be in English. No marks will be given for write-up in any other language. 
  • The use of outside/additional material in making the model/design is not permitted. 
  • Disclosure of identity – The candidate is not allowed to disclose their identity by writing any personal details or place any identification mark on the model/ design/write-up. Doing so will lead to disqualification.
  • On the SPOT evaluation of the model – The evaluation of the test will be done by the Jury on the spot. The model will not be preserved for future reference. 

NIFT Exam Pattern 2025 – Personal Interview

PG applicants who get based on their written entrance exam scores have to appear in a Personal Interview (PI).

Candidates will be evaluated on the various parameters as listed below by a panel, in the Personal Interview:

  1. Career orientation
  2. Aptness for the course
  3. Overall personal achievements in academics and co-curricular activities
  4. Communication
  5. General awareness, aptitude, creative and lateral thinking

NIFT 2025 – Test Components, Weightage 

ProgramTestWeightage
Bachelor of Design (BDes)CAT50%
GAT30%
Situation Test20%
Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech)GAT (Sec –A)30%
GAT (Sec –B)70%
B. F.Tech candidates opting for B.DesGAT 30%
CAT50%
Situation Test20%
Master of Design (MDes)CAT40%
GAT30%
Personal Interview30%
Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech)GAT70%
Personal Interview30%
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)GAT70%
Personal Interview30%
M.F.M candidates opting for M.DesGAT 30%
CAT40%
Personal Interview30%

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Design Aptitude Test Questions and Preparation

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Design Aptitude Test or DAT is a part of design entrance exams that checks the creative and sketching ability of candidates and identifies whether they are suited for a design course.

Given the complexities and nuances involved with the test, it takes time and effort to prepare. To get a good score in DAT, the candidate must work hard on their sketching, drawing, and observation skills. Additionally, they must be resourceful enough to find on the spot solutions to design-related questions.

Here we bring you important tips to prepare for the Design Aptitude Test (DAT).

What is the Design Aptitude Test (DAT)?

The Design Aptitude Test (DAT) is a section of Design Entrance Exams that evaluates a candidates’ visual perception, creative thinking, problem-solving, design fundamentals, and spatial understanding.

Most design entrance exams have the DAT section, though the nomenclature may change. For instance, it is called the Creative Ability Test (CAT) in the NIFT Entrance Exam and DAT Prelims and DAT Mains in the NID Entrance Exam

Why is DAT so important?

The Design Aptitude Test (DAT) frequently carries the maximum weightage. 

  • CAT carries 50% weightage (NIFT)
  • DAT Mains carries 60% (NID DAT)

So, if you are preparing for any design entrance exam, you must first master the DAT section. This way you can assure yourself a good score in any entrance exam.

DAT Questions

The DAT question paper will include mainly TWO types of questions.

  1. Drawing/Sketching Questions
  2. General Aptitude/Logical  Reasoning Question

Drawing/Sketching Questions

  1. Imagine trees have started growing defensive mechanisms to prevent themselves from being cut. Conceptualize 3 such defensive mechanisms. Describe in brief and draw the ideas in the space given below. (15 marks).
  2. Rabindranath Tagore once said “Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high, where knowledge is fee”

Make a poster depicting the above idea along with a tagline. (10 marks)

  1. You have an old bulb. Conceptualize 5 ways in which the bulb can be reused humorously. Describe in brief and draw your ideas in the space given below. (15 marks). 
  2. Imagine and draw a real-life situation which represents “All that is good does not glitter” in a meaningful way. Use the space given below to draw and explain your interpretation in five lines. No color to be used. (20 marks)

The topics that will be covered in the NID DAT Prelims for B.Des admissions are given in the table below. Practice these topics to get a good score in the NID DAT exam.

Design Outline for BeginnersColour TerminologyInspiration & Design Development
Mood, Theme & Colour Inter-relationshipDesign TheoryElements & Principles Of Design
Natural & Geometrical FormInnovation in DesignPrinciples of Composition
LetteringOptical IllusionUnderstanding Light & Shade
Colour Psychology & Optical IllusionsForm & FunctionPresentation Techniques
Theme DevelopmentCreative thinking & writingPicture Analysis
Visual LogicGood Design vs Bad DesignDrawing Fundamentals
Use of Measurements, Scale & proportionsOptical IllusionInspiration & Creativity
Colour, Pattern & TextureDeveloping ObservationDeveloping Themes & Colour Associations
Memory DrawingUsage of Colour in CompositionsExpression & Emotion
Exercises on imaginationLateral ThinkingStory Pictures
3D Visualisation
Graphics & PictogramsInnovation & CreationDesign Awareness
Foreshortening & PerspectiveImagination & DoodlingOrnaments & motifs

General Aptitude/Logical Reasoning Question

The DAT section sometimes also contains general aptitude and logical reasoning questions. For instance, the DAT Prelims paper includes both general aptitude and reasoning questions.

Given below some examples to get an idea of these types of questions asked in DAT.

1. What geometric solid is formed when you fold along the lines of the given image?

(A) Pyramid

(B) Tetrus

(C) Tetrahedron

(D) Harmonica

2. In the figure given below, which number will replace the question mark?

(A) 30

(B) 28

(C) 33

(D) 16

Reasoning questions for practice:

Q1. In which direction does the dark Gear rotate?

(A) Clockwise
(B) Counterclockwise
(C) No rotation
(D) All of the above

Which net when folded along with the dotted line, will give the shape of the 3D solid given Below?

(A) 
(B) 
(C) 
(D)

In the following figure, the circle represents artists, the triangle represents sculptors, and the rectangle represents girls. The number in the shape is the number of persons of that particular category. How many girls are artists but NOT sculptors?

(A) 17
(B) 19
(C) 40
(D) 22

If you remove 18 alternating colour squares from a chessboard, how many squares of alternating colours remain on the board?

(A) 44 (B) 47 (C) 39 (D) 46 

Choose the box that is similar to the box formed by folding the given sheet of paper along the edge lines.

(A) 1 & 3 only (B) 2 & 4 only (C) 3 & 4 only (D) 1 & 4 only 

Which box is next in the Sequence?

(A) (B) (C) (D) 

Which piece fits correctly from the template below without flipping? 

Which of the following words have all letters that have the same mirror image?

(A) TEAM (B) TOUR (C) THAT (D) THIS 

If BUT=PUT and MAT=CAT then COP=?

(A) ROB (B) TAP (C) MOB (D) None of these

Drawing/sketching questions for practice

Draw a complete proportionate sketch of a bicycle referring to the parts given on the next Page. (15 marks)

Your friend has come to visit you. He is looking at you from the window outside your room as shown in the image given below. 

Visualize and draw what he is seeing from his point of view (15 marks)

Modify the below given water tap considering the requirements for different users as mentioned below:

a) A six year old child

b) An artist

c) A visually impaired person

Draw the modified water tap for each of the users and write 3 points as to why you consider the modified idea of a water tap suitable for them. (15 marks)

Draw the given pattern in the 2D cut out surfaces onto the respective surfaces of the 3D cube (5 marks). 

A drawing of a kitchen is given below. A three old child enters the kitchen and observes the scenario from the pointed mark (X) on the floor.

Visualize and draw the scene from the child’s point of view.

Observe the image of the scene as given below. A person tries to enter the room by a ladder from outside the window and sees the scene inside the room. Visualize and draw the scene from the person’s point of view. No color to be used. (15 marks).

Best Books to Prepare for CAT 2025 – Section-wise Study Material, How and What to Study

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Best books for CAT preparation 2025 – If you are starting your preparation for CAT 2025, there is a chance you may not know which book to choose. After all, the market is flooded with all types of books with each screaming they are the best. 

So, to make your life easier, we have shortlisted the section-wise best books for CAT 2025 exam preparation. 

The CAT books listed here have been recommended by toppers and experts. 

Note that comprehensive CAT 2025 exam preparation is not just limited to reading the regular textbooks, but rather extends to reading newspapers and magazines as well. Here we will also tell you which newspapers and magazines you must read.

So, keep reading.

About CAT 2025

IIM Kozhikode is expected to conduct the CAT 2025 exam in November 2025.

The application form for CAT 2025 will open around August 2025. Candidates who meet the program-specific eligibility criteria may apply before the last date.

The application form will be released online. The CAT application fee is INR 2500.

Salient features of good books for CAT 2025

A pertinent question can be – How do we decide whether a book is good or bad?

Here we explain what differentiates a good book from a bad one.

  • Good books will be written per the CAT exam syllabus; or at the least, it will cover a majority of the syllabus’
  • If the book is good, it will be crisp, concise, and explain the concepts lucidly without wandering around aimlessly.
  • Will contain problem sets for practice
  • Explain the concepts with examples, infographics, etc.
  • Contain few to no errors.
  • Are typically written or published by well-known publishers/ authors.

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Best CAT Books for Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR)

This section may seem difficult, but if you can handle the early jitters and keep trying, the section will get you hooked. On top of it, DILR could be a heavy scoring section if you put in enough practice.

Typical questions can include puzzles, reading and interpreting graphs, etc.

While a math background could be helpful, if you have an analytical bent of mind, you are going to do well in the section.

CAT Books for DILRAuthor/Publisher Name
A Modern Approach to Logical ReasoningR.S Agarwal
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for CATNishit K. Sinha
Data Interpretation & Data SufficiencyAnanta Ashisha
How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CATArun Sharma

Best CAT Books for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)

The Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) will include RC passages and para jumbles. 

If your comprehension skills are good, the section could be a cakewalk. If it is not, nothing to worry about. Because here we have listed some books that could help you master the subject. Make sure you read these books thoroughly and do enough practice.

Note: The CAT paper will not include any grammar and vocabulary questions, so you may skip those topics. 

Check the list of best books for CAT VARC:

CAT Books for VARCAuthor/Publisher Name
Word Power Made EasyNorman Lewis
High School English Grammar and CompositionWren and Martin
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CATArun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CATNishit K. Sinha

Best CAT Books for Quantitative Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude (QA) is the last section of the CAT question paper. 

The Quants section will include questions from topics like Algebra, Number Theory, Modern Math, Geometry, Mensuration, and Arithmetic.

To master the section, you not only need to understand the concepts, but also do a lot of practice, like solving problem sets and sample papers.

CAT Books for Quantitative AptitudeAuthor/Publisher Name
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CATArun Sharma
Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CATSarvesh Verma
Quantitative Aptitude for CATNishit Sinha
Quantitative AptitudeRS Aggarwal
NCERT Mathematics books (Class 9-10)NCERT

Do I need to read newspapers and magazines for CAT Preparation?

Reading newspapers and magazines could help the candidate develop their reading comprehension and vocabulary. 

When reading, focus on the reading speed. 

Also, remember staying consistent is crucial. If you make reading newspapers and magazines a daily habit, it will bring long-term benefits.

Newspapers and magazines suggestions for CAT 2025 preparation:

  • The Hindu
  • The Indian Express
  • Business Standard
  • The Times of India
  • Business Week
  • Frontline
  • The Week
  • National Geographic
  • Fortune
  • Business World

CAT Toppers List 2023

S.NoNameCAT Score
1Kumar Sai Vishnu100
2Soham Katkar100
3Viraj Modi100
4Alamuri Kumar100
5Souradeep99.95
6Pallav Goyal99.95
7Rounak Tikmani99.90

NIFT 2025 Exam-day Guidelines – Reporting Time, What to and not to Carry, Attempting the Exam

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NIFT 2025 Exam-day Guidelines – NTA conducted the NIFT 2025 exam on February 9, 2025.

On the day of the exam, the candidate had to reach the NIFT 2025 exam center at least an hour in advance

Note that latecomers were not be allowed inside the NIFT exam hall 2025.

Carry a valid ID proof and the NIFT 2025 admit card

NTA didn’t make arrangements for a baggage counter; so, one had to bring only the items one needed to take the exam. 

CAT applicants were allowed to carry items like coloring and drawing material in a transparent pencil box. If you a diabetic, you could also carry your tablets, fruits, and water bottle.

Keep reading to learn the full details of NIFT exam-day guidelines 2025.

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Program-wise NIFT 2025 Test Timings 

ProgramTestTest Timings
Bachelor of DesignGAT9 am – 11 am
CAT2.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Bachelor of Fashion TechnologyGAT9 am – 12 noon
Bachelor of Fashion Technology & Bachelor of DesignGAT9 am – 12 noon
CAT2.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Master of DesignGAT9 am – 11 am
CAT2.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Master of Fashion Management and Master ofDesignGAT9 am – 12 noon
CAT2.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Master of Fashion ManagementGAT9 am – 12 noon
Master of Fashion TechnologyGAT9 am – 12 noon

NIFT 2025 Exam-day Guidelines

On the day of the NIFT 2025 exam, the candidate needed to follow the guidelines mentioned below.

  • Reporting Time – To avoid crowding at the exam center, report at the NIFT 2025 exam centre at the time mentioned in the admit card.
  • Entry to be stopped 60 minutes before the start of the exam.
  • Late entry will not be permitted under any circumstances.
  • Baggage counter – NTA will not make any provisions for a baggage counter. Also, baggage is not allowed inside the exam venue. NTA will not be responsible for any belongings stolen or lost at the premises.
  • Prohibited material – Candidates should not be in possession of any material listed in the list of prohibited material. Any candidate found in possession of such items will be disqualified (explained in detail below).
  • The candidate’s biometric information will be captured upon arrival at the exam center. Identity checks will be made to ensure that there are no unauthorized candidates appearing for the test. The candidate must cooperate with the security personnel for security checks.
  • Admit card is mandatory for entry inside the exam hall.
  • Candidates should take their seat immediately after entering the examination hall. If not, they may miss some of the general instructions to be announced in the Examination Rooms/ Halls. NTA is responsible for any delay.
  • Any candidate found to have changed room/ hall or the seat on his/her own other than allocated will be considered as a case of unfair means and the candidate will be disqualified and no plea will be accepted.
  • Sign and paste photograph – The candidate must sign and paste the photograph on the Attendance Sheet at the appropriate place.
  • Verification of the Question Paper – The candidate must ensure that the question paper available on the computer is as per the opted examination indicated in the NIFT 2025 admit card. In case, the subject of the question paper is other than the opted exam, it must be brought to the notice of the Invigilator concerned.
  • STATIONERY – The candidate should carry with them a simple transparent ballpoint pen, pencils, erasers, and rulers (in a transparent pouch). CAT applicants must also bring their Colouring and Drawing material. For CAT a physical Question Booklet with space for responses will be provided inside the NIFT 2025 exam hall.
  • Rough WORK – All calculations/writing work must be done only in the rough sheet provided in the exam room/hall. Further, on completion of the test, candidates must hand over the rough sheets to the invigilator. The rough sheets will have a Header Page where the candidate has to write down their name and roll number.
  • Dress Code – NTA hasn’t prescribed any dress code for the NIFT 2025 exam. However, it is recommended to dress reasonably and not wear something too fancy or indecent. Note that wearing too much clothing or jewelry could lead to extended frisking.

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NIFT 2025 Exam-day Guidelines – Prohibited Items

The following items are not allowed inside the NIFT 2025 exam center. Candidates found in possession of these items will be disqualified.

Textual MaterialCalculatorsDocu Pen
Slide RulesLog TablesElectronic Watches with facilities of calculator
Printed or written materialBits of papersMobile phone
Blue-tooth devicesPager or any other electronic gadget/device etc.Instrument/Geometry/Pencil box
HandbagPurse or Any kind of Paper/StationeryEatables / Snacks and Tea / Coffee / Cold drinks / Water (loose or packed)
EarphoneMicrophoneCamera
Tape RecorderAny metallic item or electronic gadgets etc

Also, note that smoking, chewing gutka, spitting, etc. in the NIFT 2025 examination hall is strictly prohibited.

Special Allowance: Only candidates who are appearing for CAT Exam (2nd shift) will be permitted to carry their colouring and drawing material in a transparent pencil box. 

For CAT a physical Question Booklet with space for responses will be provided at the NIFT 2025 exam canter.

NIFT List of Prohibited Items – Official Document

DownloadNIFT 2025 Exam-day Guidelines – Unfair Practices and Punishment (Official Notification)

Acceptable Photo ID Cards for NIFT 2025

The candidate can carry any of the following documents as a valid photo ID proof on NIFT 2025 exam day.

College Identity Card with photographPAN card
Driving LicenseVoter ID
PassportAadhaar Card 
E-Aadhaar Ration Card with photograph
Bank Passbook with Photograph

NIFT 2025 City Intimation Slip (OUT)

The city slip for the NIFT 2025 exam was released on January 31, 2025. The candidate can download the city slip using their application number and date of birth. Note that the city slip is not required on the day of the exam. It merely informs the candidate about the exam city they have been allocated.

The name and address of the NIFT 2025 exam city allocated to the candidate will be mentioned on the NIFT 2025 admit card.

NIFT 2025 City Intimation Slip Public Notice

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UPES DAT Exam 2025 – Application Open, Exam DATE (Jan 23-25), Pattern, Exam-day Guidelines

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UPES DAT 2025 – The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) has released the application form for UPES DAT 2025. The direct link to apply for the exam is given below.

The last date to apply for UPES DAT 2025 is January 21, 2025.

The UPES DAT 2025 application form is for admission to the B.Des and M.Des courses.

The candidate can select the program of study when filling out the form.

UPES DAT 2025 exam will be conducted on January 23-25, 2025

The exam will be conducted online. Log-in credentials for the exam will be shared with the candidate one day before the exam via email ID and mobile number.

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UPES DAT Important Dates 2025

The event calendar for the UPESDAT 2025 exam is given below.

EventDates
START of the UPES DAT 2025 application formOpen
Last date to applyJanuary 21, 2025
Conduct of UPES DAT 2025 exam dateJanuary 23-25, 2025
Declaration of ResultsTo be notified
UPES DAT 2025 Official Admission Portalhttps://www.upes.ac.in/admissions/bdes
https://www.upes.ac.in/admissions/mdes 

UPES DAT Application Form 2025

The application form for UPES DAT 2025 is open.

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for their chosen program may apply before the last date.

Use only genuine and verifiable information to fill out the UPESDAT 2025 application form. Admission officials will verify the information shared by the candidate, and if any anomaly is found, the candidate will be disqualified.

How to apply for UPESDAT 2025

  1. Click on the UPES DAT 2025 registration link given above
  2. In the registration form that opens, enter your name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID. 
  3. Select the program of STUDY
  4. Upon registration, you need to log-in again to fill in the rest of the details – academic, personal, and contact information.
  5. Upload documents – The candidate will need Migration / Transfer Certificate, Aadhaar, and PAN card of the Student and Parent to apply.
  6. Finally, pay the UPES DAT 2025 application fee to complete the application process.

UPES DAT Application Fee 2025

CategoryApplication Fee
All CategoryINR 1750

UPES DAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates are urged to refer to the UPES DAT 2025 eligibility criteria before applying for the exam.

B.Des.: Minimum 50% marks in Class X and XII with any Stream.

M.Des: 

  • Minimum 50% marks at Higher and Senior Secondary Level (X & XII).
  • Minimum 50% marks in bachelor’s degree in design/ Engineering/ Architecture/ Interior Design: 10+2+4 years (minimum four-year bachelor’s course) OR

2 years M.Sc./M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, IT subjects/ domains (only for Interaction Design) or equivalent.

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UPES DAT Selection Criteria 2025

B.Des.: UPESDAT/ National Level Test (NID/NIFT/UCEED/JEE) / Board Merit/ CUET followed by Portfolio Presentation & Interview.

M.Des.: UPESDAT/ National Level (Valid CEED Score) followed by Portfolio Presentation & Interview.

UPES DAT Exam Pattern 2025

The exam pattern for UPES DAT is outlined at upes.ac.in/admissions/admission-alerts/upesdat.

By consulting the exam pattern, you will get insights into the question paper structure, including the mode of the exam, test duration, sections, and number of questions asked.

ParticularsB.DesM.Des
Test duration 1 hour1 hour
Mode of examOnline, remote-proctored examOnline, remote-proctored exam
Log-in credentials for linkApplication NumberDOB (DD/MM/YY)
Passkey: Sent to the Registered email address and mobile a day before the scheduled exam
Application NumberDOB (DD/MM/YY)
Passkey: Sent to the Registered email address and mobile a day before the scheduled exam
Exam login timeBetween the time window of 10 am- 1 pm
Note: The time will be counted as and when the Candidate starts the test. 
Between the time window of 10 am- 1 pm
Note: The time will be counted as and when the Candidate starts the test. 
Sections + Number of QuestionsTwo sections.
Visual Analogy = 20Design Awareness=20
Total questions= 40 
THREE sections.
Visual Analogy = 15Design Awareness= 15Quantitative = 10
Total questions= 40
Negative markingNoNo
DownloadUPESDAT 2025 – Candidate Guide for Online Assessment

UPES DAT – Placement and Recruiters

The placement report is one of the major parameters for selecting an academic institute to pursue a B.Des or an M.Des program.

So, here we discuss the UPES DAT placement report.

As per the information given on the admission portal of the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), the following is the placement report of the institute:

  • 100% School of Design placements in 2023-24*
  • 13.7LPA Highest CTC offered in School of Design in 2023-24
  • 45+ Recruiters in the School of Design in 2023-24
  • 95+ School of Design students placed in 2023-24

* Placement statistics refer to the number of students who have opted for and are eligible for placements

Past recruiters:

AmazonHSBCInfosys
Phillips Carbon Black LimitedAccentureMaruti Suzuki
TCSBIBA

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NIFT Syllabus 2025 – Section-wise Topics, Skills Evaluated, Important Topics

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NIFT Syllabus 2025 – NTA is responsible for drafting the syllabus for NIFT 2025. The syllabus is outlined in the NIFT 2025 information brochure

Questions in the NIFT 2025 exam are asked only from the official syllabus.

So, candidates need to follow the syllabus for exam preparation. The syllabus includes the section-wise topics that candidates need to prepare for the NIFT exam.

Note that the NIFT syllabus 2025 has released for all the stages of the entrance exam.

This includes the written exams (GAT and CAT), and the Situation Test/ Personal Interview.

NTA conducted the NIFT 2025 exam on Feb 9, 2025. The exam was administered in a center-based mode in 82 cities across India.

The NIFT application form 2025 is closed.

Keep reading to learn the full details of NIFT 2025 syllabus.

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Stages of the NIFT 2025 Entrance Exam

Before we jump into the NIFT 2025 exam syllabus, it is important for candidates to understand the NIFT 2025 entrance exam process.

The NIFT entrance exam 2025 is conducted in TWO stages.

  1. The candidate 1st appears in a written exam
  2. If shortlisted, the candidate has to next appear in a Situation Test (B.Des)/ Personal Interview (PG courses).

The FINAL results of NIFT 2025 will be prepared by giving weightage to the written exams and Situation Test/ PI.

Note that the written exams comprise a Creative Ability Test (CAT) and General Ability Test (GAT).

B.Des and M.Des candidates need to appear in both the CAT and GAT, whereas B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M candidates only need to take the GAT.

NIFT 2025 – Program-wise Test Components, Weightage

ProgrammeTestWeightage
Bachelor of Design (BDes)
 
CAT50%
GAT30%
Situation Test20%
Bachelor of Fashion Technology (BFTech)GAT100%
Master of Design (MDes)CAT40%
GAT30%
GD/PI30%
Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech)GAT70%
GD/PI30%
Master of Fashion Management (MFM)GAT70%
GD/PI30%

NTA will notify the NIFT entrance exam syllabus 2025 through the information brochure.

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NIFT Syllabus 2025 for CAT 

B.Des and M.Des candidates must take the CAT (along with the GAT).

This is what the official notification says about NIFT 2025 CAT syllabus:

“This test is administered to judge the intuitive ability, power of observation, concept development and design ability of the candidate. An important aspect of the test is the creative and innovative use of color and illustration skills.

Candidates who try to disclose their identity by writing any personal details or place any identification mark on the answer sheet shall be ‘DISQUALIFIED’ and the result of these candidates shall not be declared.The decision of NIFT on such cases will be final and there will be no appeal.”

NIFT CAT Syllabus 2025 – Summary

The following skills will be evaluated during the CAT exam.

  • Creative Ability
  • Power of Observation
  • Intuitive Abilities
  • Concept development Ability
  • Design Prowess
  • Ability to use colors
  • Illustration skills

NIFT CAT Syllabus 2025 – Important Topics

Important topics for NIFT CAT Paper
Design TheoryColour TerminologyInspiration & Design Development
Colour Psychology & Optical IllusionsElements & Principles Of DesignMood, Theme & Colour Inter-relationship
Natural & Geometrical FormInnovation in DesignPrinciples of Composition
Creative thinking & writingOptical IllusionUnderstanding Light & Shade
Visual LogicForm & FunctionColour, Pattern & Texture
Design AwarenessDrawing FundamentalsTheme Development
Exercises on imaginationInspiration & CreativityOrnaments & motifs
Use of Measurements, Scale & proportionsStory PicturesForeshortening & Perspective
Developing Themes & Colour AssociationsUsage of Colour in CompositionsImagination & Doodling
Picture AnalysisPresentation TechniquesExpression & Emotion
Innovation & CreationLateral Thinking3D Visualization
Graphics & PictogramsOptical IllusionMemory Drawing

NIFT GAT Syllabus 2025 – Sections

As discussed above, the GAT paper is mandatory for all courses. Also, if you see the weightage chart given above, you will see that it carries 100% weightage for B.F.Tech, and 70% weightage for M.F.Tech and M.F.M courses. 

So, the paper is of great importance for these courses.

As for the B.Des and M.Des programs it carries 30% weightage.

GAT paper (B.Des and M.Des) – Sections

The GAT paper for B.Des and M.Des will have the following sections.

  1. Communication Ability
  2. English Comprehension
  3. Quantitative Ability
  4. Analytical Ability
  5. General Knowledge and Current Affairs 

GAT paper (B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M) – Sections

Meanwhile, GAT paper for B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, and M.F.M will include questions from the following sections.

  1. Communication Ability & English Comprehension
  2. Case Study
  3. Quantitative Ability
  4. Analytical & Logical Ability
  5. General Knowledge And Current Affairs

NIFT GAT Syllabus – Components of GAT (for all programs)

SectionSkill Tested
Quantitative AbilityThis sub-test is designed to test the quantitative ability of the candidates. The sub testconsists of questions on Addition, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Percentage, Rate of Interest, Work and Task, Ratio and Proportion, and Distance.
Communication Ability and English ComprehensionThis sub-test is aimed at testing the language ability of the candidates in day to day communication in English. It includes questions on synonyms, antonyms, words with corresponding meanings, singular, plural, one word substitutes, idioms and phrases, correct spellings, comprehend a situation from a given passage etc.
Analytical Ability and Logical AbilityThis sub-test is designed to test the candidate’s capacity for inference and logic from the given information and to evaluate the candidate’s ability to identify the given problem and apply reasoning in solving the core issues of the problem. Concepts and practice of creative and lateral thinking are likely to be useful.
General Knowledge and Current AffairsThis sub-test is designed to test the candidate’s general knowledge and current affairs.
Case Study This sub-test is based on a situation of an industry environment. It helps to evaluate the candidate’s managerial ability

NIFT Syllabus 2025 – Situation Test

Shortlisted candidates for B.Des from the written entrance examination are required to take a Situation Test.

  • The Situation Test will be a hands-on test and will evaluate the candidate’s skills for material handling and innovative ability in a given situation.
  • The candidate will be provided with a given set of materials.
  • Note: No additional material will be provided / allowed. 
  • Using the given material, the candidate will have to make a model.

Evaluation of the NIFT 2025 Situation Test

The model will be evaluated on space visualization, innovative and creative use of given material, composition of elements, color scheme, construction skill, finesse of the model and overall presentation etc. These parameters will be checked with the write up explaining the concept behind the model constructed. 

Since the medium of instruction in NIFT is English, the write-up should be in English

No marks will be given for write-up in any other language.

The use of outside/additional material in making the model/design is not permitted. Also, candidates who try to disclose their identity by writing any personal details or place any identification mark on the model/ design/write-up will be ‘DISQUALIFIED’ and the final result of these candidates will not be declared.

The evaluation of the SItuation Test will be done by the Jury on the SPOT. The model will not be preserved for future reference.

NIFT Syllabus 2025 – Group Discussion & Personal Interview (GD/PI)

Shortlisted candidates for PG courses from the written entrance examination are required to undergo Case Study based Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). 

Group Discussion

The GD would comprise approximately 15 to 20 minutes of discussion on a given case study. A panel of experts will assess the candidates on various parameters including:

  1. Conceptual clarity
  2. Knowledge of the topic assigned
  3. Contribution made to the topic
  4. Interpersonal skills
  5. Ability to generate new ideas
  6. Problem solving approach
  7. Leadership qualities
  8. Effective communication

Personal Interview

Candidates will be evaluated on the various parameters as listed below by a panel, in the Personal Interview:

  1. Career orientation
  2. Aptness for the course
  3. Overall personal achievements in academics and co-curricular activities
  4. Communication
  5. General awareness and aptitude, creative and lateral thinking

NIFT GAT Syllabus 2025 – Important Topics

Here are some important topics for the GAT exam that candidates can follow to prepare for the NIFT exam.

SectionTopics
EnglishSynonyms
Antonyms
Para jumbles
Error spotting
One word substitution
Work Analogy
Sentence completion
Numrical AbilityRatio and Proportion
Percentage
Profit and loss
Simple and Compound interest
Average / Ratio
Speed time and distance
Work and Time
Numbers
Area, Volume and Surface Area
Permutations and Combinations
HCF
LCM
Probability
Time and Work
GK and Current AffairsStatic GK
Current GK
GK related to the fashion industry
Logical ReasoningSeries completion
Venn Diagrams
Seating arrangement
Statements Correct/ Incorrect
Blood relations
Character Puzzle
Coding Decoding
Data sufficiency
Syllogisms
Analogy
Direction Sense
Arithmetic reasoning
Clocks and calendar
Communication AbilityEnglish LanguageGrammarVocabulary and Reading skills 

NIFT CAT Syllabus 2025 – Important Topics

Important topics for NIFT CAT Paper
Design TheoryColour TerminologyInspiration & Design Development
Colour Psychology & Optical IllusionsElements & Principles Of DesignMood, Theme & Colour Inter-relationship
Natural & Geometrical FormInnovation in DesignPrinciples of Composition
Creative thinking & writingOptical IllusionUnderstanding Light & Shade
Visual LogicForm & FunctionColour, Pattern & Texture
Theme DevelopmentDrawing FundamentalsPicture Analysis
Memory DrawingInspiration & CreativityOrnaments & motifs
Use of Measurements, Scale & proportionsOptical IllusionForeshortening & Perspective
Developing Themes & Colour AssociationsUsage of Colour in CompositionsImagination & Doodling
3D VisualisationPresentation TechniquesExpression & Emotion
Exercises on imaginationLateral ThinkingStory Pictures
Graphics & PictogramsInnovation & CreationDesign Awarenes

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NIFT Application Form 2025 (Closed) – How to Apply, Correction Window, What Next?

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NIFT Application Form 2025 – NTA has CLOSED the application form for NIFT 2025. With regular fees, applications were accepted from November 22-January 6, 2025. Meanwhile, with late fees, applications were open from January 7-9, 2025.

The direct link to apply for NIFT 2025 was provided below.

Candidates who meet NIFT 2025 eligibility criteria could apply before the last date. The NIFT 2025 application form edit window was open from January 10-16.

The important dates of NIFT 2025, including application start and last dates, and exam date are OUTLINED in the Information Brochure.

The application fee for NIFT 2025 is INR 3000. 

YOU can select the program of study at the time of filling out the application form.

NIFT Application Form 2025 – Important Dates

NTA conducted the NIFT 2025 exam on February 9, 2025.

The application schedule for NIFT 2025 is available on the admission portal. Refer to the table below for updates. 

EventDates
NIFT 2025 application form opensNovember 22, 2024
Last date to submit applicationsJanuary 6, 2025
Last date to submit applications with late feesJanuary 7-9, 2025
Application form edit windowJanuary 10-16, 2025
Conduct of NIFT 2025 examFebruary 9, 2025

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How to apply for NIFT 2025

The application form for NIFT 2025 will have to be submitted online. To fill out the form, follow these steps:

  1. Enter Aadhaar details and create an applicant account – YOU will need an Aadhaar number to register for the exam. Then fill in name, parent details, email ID, and mobile number to create an applicant account.
  2. Fill in the application form – You will have to log in to the candidate account and select an EXAM CITY. Continue and enter personal information – gender, nationality, and domicile. Also, enter contact and academic details.
  3. Upload documents – The list of documents is outlined in the NTA Information Brochure. Also, follow the prescribed specifications when uploading the documents.
  4. Pay the application fees – Finally pay the category-specific application fees to complete the NIFT 2025 application process. 

NIFT 2025 Application Form – Document Checklist and Format

The candidate needs to upload the following documents when applying for NIFT 2025.

DocumentSizeFormat
Photograph10-200 KBJPG
Signature04-30 KBJPG
Duly verified Result Awaited Attestation Form, if applicable50KB to 500KBPDF
Category Certificate, if applicable50KB to 300 KBPDF
PwD Certificate and UDID, if applicable50KB to 300 KBPDF

NIFT application fees 2025

The application fee is non-refundable and has to be paid online using credit card, debit card, or online banking.

CategoryNIFT 2024 Application Fee (non-refundable)
General/OBC (Non-Creamy)/GEN-EWS CategoryINR 3,000
SC/ ST/ PwD CategoryINR 1,500

NIFT 2025 Application Correction Window

The candidate was also allowed to edit the submitted NIFT application form 2025.

The edit window was open from January 10-16, 2025.

Using the edit window, the candidate could edit all the particulars in the NIFT 2025 application form, except for the mobile number and email ID.

So, be careful when entering your mobile number and email ID.

Also, once the edit window closes, no further opportunity to edit the application form will be provided. 

Details that can be edited using NIFT 2025 application correction window

NameMother’s NameFather’s Name
Date of BirthGenderNationality
State DomicileCategoryPresent Address
Exam CenterQualificationUpdate Photograph/ Signature
Fee Payment

How to make corrections in NIFT Application Form 2025?

To edit the application form, follow the steps mentioned below.

  1. Click on the application correction link (will be provided here)
  2. Log in to the portal using your application number, email ID, and DOB
  3. Once you log in, you can access the application form.
  4. Edit the particulars and save them
  5. Submit the application form after making the corrections.

JEE Main 2025 application form open, exam dates out

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NTA released the JEE Main application form on October 28, 2024. The exam for the January session will be conducted from January 22. April session exam dates have also been released.

JEE Main 2025 application form – The application form for JEE Main 2025 (January Session) is open online at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The application is open from October 28 – November 22, 2024 (9 pm). Candidates who meet the prescribed JEE Main 2025 eligibility criteria may apply before the last date.

The dates to edit the JEE Main 2025 application form will be notified shortly. 

JEE Main 2025 application form is for admission to the B. E/ B. Tech, (B. Arch.), and (B. Planning) courses offered by NITs, IIITs and CFTIs. 

The JEE Mains 2025 exam will be conducted between January 22 and 31, 2025 (tentative). 

JEE Main 2025 Important Dates (January Session)

EventsDates
Online Submission of Application Form28.10.2024 to 22.11.2024 up to 09:00 P.M
Last date for successful transaction of prescribed Application Fee22.11.2024 (Up to 11:50 P.M.)
Correction in Particulars of the online Application FormWill be displayed on the NTA website
City Intimation SlipFirst week of January 2025 (Tentatively)
Downloading Admit Cards from the NTA website03 days before the date of the Examination
Dates of Examination Between 22 January to 31 January 2025
Display of Question Paper attempted by the Candidate and Answer Keys for inviting Will be displayed on the NTA website 
Declaration of ResultBy 12 February 2025 

JEE Main 2025 Important Dates (April Session)

EventsDates
Online Submission of Application Form31.01.2025 to 24 Feb 2025 (up to 09:00 P.M.)
Last date for successful transaction of prescribed Application Fee24.02.2025 (up to 11:50 P.M.)
Correction in Particulars of the online Application FormWill be displayed on the NTA website
City Intimation SlipSecond week of March 2025
Downloading Admit Cards from the NTA website03 days before the date of the Examination
Dates of Examination Between 01 April to 08 April 2025 (Tentatively)
Display of Question Paper attempted by the Candidate and Answer Keys for inviting Will be displayed on the NTA website 
Declaration of ResultBy 17 April 2025 

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About JEE Main 2025 Exam

The JEE Main 2025 exam will consist of two papers:

Paper 1 is for BE/BTech courses. The syllabus for the Paper 1 exam will be based on Class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects.

Meanwhile, Paper 2 is for admission to BArch and BPlan courses. 

Paper 2 will have TWO papers:

  • Paper 2 A for BArch 
  • Paper 2B for BPlan

Paper 2A will include Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Drawing while Paper 2B will include Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Planning-based questions.

Assam CEE Syllabus – Subject-wise Important Topics

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Assam CEE Syllabus – ASTU will not release any syllabus for the Assam CEE 2025 exam. 

The candidate may instead refer to the AHSEC/NCERT syllabus to prepare for the Assam CEE 2025 exam (given below). 

Questions in the Assam CEE 2025 exam will be asked from three subjects – Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The Assam CEE syllabus 2025 will cover the subject-wise topics that the candidate must refer to for exam preparation.

Assam CEE exam 2025 will be held sometime in June 2025. The exam will be conducted in a pen-and–paper mode and include 120 MCQs. 

Go through the rest of the article to learn more about Assam CEE syllabus 2025.

Assam CEE 2025 Syllabus

As mentioned above, the Assam CEE 2025 syllabus will not be released. 

However, the candidates can consider the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council/NCERT syllabus as the unofficial syllabus to prepare for the exam. 

The subject-wise syllabus is given below.

Assam CEE Physics Syllabus 

Units for Class 11thUnits for Class 12th
Unit I: Physical World and MeasurementUnit I: Electrostatics
Unit II: KinematicsUnit II: Current Electricity
Unit III: Laws of MotionUnit III: Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
Unit IV: Work, Energy and PowerUnit IV: Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
Unit V: Motion of System of Particles and Rigid BodyUnit V: Electromagnetic Waves
Unit VI: GravitationUnit VI: Optics
Unit VII: Properties of Bulk MatterUnit VII: Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
Unit VIII: ThermodynamicsUnit VIII: Atoms and Nuclei
Unit IX: Behavior of Perfect Gas and Kinetic TheoryUnit IX: Electronic Devices
Unit X: Oscillations and WavesUnit X: Communication Systems

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Assam CEE Mathematics Syllabus 

Units for Class 11thUnits for Class 12th
UNIT I: Sets and FunctionsUNIT I: Relations and Sets
UNIT II: AlgebraUNIT II: Algebra
UNIT III: Coordinate GeometryUNIT III: Calculus
UNIT IV: CalculusUNIT IV: Vectors and 3-Dimensional Geometry
UNIT V: Mathematical ReasoningUnit V: Linear Programming
UNIT VI: Statistics and ProbabilityUnit VI: Probability

Assam CEE Chemistry Syllabus 

Units for Class 11thUnits for Class 12th
Unit I: Some Basic Concepts of ChemistryUnit I: Solid State
Unit II: Structure of AtomUnit II: Solutions
Unit III: Classification of Elements and Periodicity in PropertiesUnit III: Electrochemistry
Unit IV: Chemical Bonding and Molecular StructureUnit IV: Chemical Kinetics
Unit V: States of Matter: Gases and LiquidsUnit V: Surface Chemistry
Unit VI: ThermodynamicsUnit VI: General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements
Unit VII: EquilibriumUnit VII: p-Block Elements
Unit VIII: Redox ReactionsUnit VIII: d and f Block Elements
Unit IX HydrogenUnit IX Coordination Compounds
Unit X: s- Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals)Unit X: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
Unit XI: Some p-Block ElementsUnit XI: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
Unit XII: Organic Chemistry – Some Basic Principles and TechniquesUnit XII: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
Unit XIII: HydrocarbonsUnit XIII: Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen
Unit XIV: Environmental ChemistryUnit XIV: Biomolecules
Unit XV: Polymers
Unit XVI: Chemistry in Everyday Life

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JEE Main 2024 City Intimation Slip released at jeemain.nta.ac.in; check details

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JEE Main exam city slip 2024 released TODAY (Jan 12) at NTA JEE Main official website – jeemain.nta.ac.in. NTA will next release the JEE Main Hall ticket 2024 for successfully registered candidates on January 20. 

NTA has released the JEE Main exam City Intimation Slip 2024 for the session 1 exam on January 12, 2024. Candidates who have registered for the JEE Main 2024 exam can download the intimation slip at jeemain.nta.ac.in. Use the NTA JEE Main Login to download the exam city slip. The city allotment slip contains details about the exam city allocated to the candidate and the date of the exam of the candidate.

Note that the JEE Main city allotment 2024 has been made only for the January 24 exam. The city  intimation slip for other exam dates will be released on January 13, 2024. 

The NTA will release the JEE Main admit card on January 20, 2024. The JEE Mains 2024 hall ticket is a mandatory document for appearing in the JEE Main exam; the candidate also needs to bring with them a valid photo ID proof.

JEE Main 2024 Session 1 Exam Schedule

ParticularsDetails
JEE Main official websitejeemain.nta.ac.innta.ac.in
JEE Main city Intimation Slip 2024 linkjeemain.nta.ac.in
JEE Main city intimation slip 2024 dateJanuary 12, 2024
Issue of JEE Mains 2024 hall ticket January 20, 2024
JEE Main 2024 exam date session 1Paper 1 (BE/BTech) – January 27, 29, 30, 31, and February 1, 2024
Paper 2 (BArch and B.Plan)- January 24, 2024 ( Shift 2)

Step-wise process to download JEE Main City Intimation Slip 2024

To download the JEE Main City allotment slip, follow the steps given below

  1. Go to the JEE Mains 2024 official website
  2. Click on the JEE Main 2024 City Allotment Slip link
  3. Login using your application number and date of birth/password
  4. On successful log-in, the city allotment slip will be displayed on the screen
  5. Download and take a printout

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