School of Fashion Technology, Pune Admission 2024: Ranking, Placement, Reviews, Entrance Exam

Pune, MaharashtraEstd 1998 SNDT, Mumbai
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School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) is a premier educational institution located in Pune, Maharashtra, dedicated to imparting quality education in the field of Fashion technology. It was established in 1998 under the tutelage of Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha (MKSSS), Pune, India in collaboration with National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi.

School of Fashion Technology, Pune currently offers a 4-year Bachelor’s in Design (B. Design) program in affiliation with S.N.D.T. Women’s University (Mumbai). Additionally, it offers a 3-year UG program in Fashion Design and two 2-year PG Diploma programs in Fashion Brand Design & Technology, and Fashion Buying & Merchandising in association with Accademia Costume & Moda, Rome (Italy).

  • Only online mode of application and fee payment is allowed.
  • Candidates must pay a one-time registration fee of INR 2800 prior to taking the Online Test (SOFT-CET).
  • Candidates must email a scanned copy of their Class XII marks sheet (and Graduation marks sheet for PG courses) to the admissions and administration departments after registering online.
  • Candidates must secure a minimum of 45% marks in 10+2 in order to be eligible for the B. Design and Fashion Designing programs.
  • For PG Diploma, candidate should have a Graduation degree in order to apply for admission.
  • Candidates with 3-year Diploma in Dress Making and Garment Manufacturing or equivalent qualification recognized by AICTE/ 5-year Diploma in Fine Arts recognized by the State Technical Board/ Successful completion of 1st year Degree from NIFT are eligible for Lateral Entry (2nd year) to B. Design program.
  • Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of their performance in a common online entrance test.
  • Shortlisted candidates are further evaluated on the basis of several parameters, viz. Studio Test/ Portfolio Presentation, Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
  • Reservation policy applicable as per S.N.D.T. Women's University/State Government of Maharashtra norms.

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Highlights 2023 of School of Fashion Technology, Pune Admissions (Tentative)

Name of the Institute School of Fashion Technology, Pune
Institute Type Self-financed
Basic Admission Criteria Entrance Exam
Last Date to Apply April 15
Name of Entrance Exam SOFT-CET
Entrance Exam Date May 18-20
Declaration of Merit List May 29
Counselling Institute
Counselling Date May 29,  June 4
Application Mode Online
Scholarship Yes

Note: The dates mentioned above are tentative based on previous year important dates and subject to change as per discretion.

School of Fashion Technology B.Design 2023

School of Fashion Technology offers a Bachelor’s in Design program with specializations in Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, and Textile Design. The basic eligibility criteria for admission to the B. Design program is a pass in 10+2 or equivalent exam from a recognized institute. Selection of candidates for admission to the B.Design program is done on the basis of several parameters, which include a CET, followed by a Studio Test and Interview.

Prospective candidates may visit the institute website and fill the online application-cum-registration form. The application fee can be paid using online payment modes, viz. credit/ debit card or net-banking. No other mode of application or fee payment is recognized by the institute.

Course Name Specialization Eligibility Criteria Selection Process
B. Design Fashion Design 10+2/ equivalent SOFT-CET + Studio Test + Personal Interview
Fashion Communication
Textile Design

Key Points:

  • Candidates for B. Design program are selected on the basis of CET (50% weightage) and academic records (50% weightage) before being shortlisted for subsequent selection parameters.
  • Candidates who have successfully completed the 1st year of their B. Design/ B. Fashion/ equivalent degree course offered by Indian Universities / Foreign University with equivalence from AIU may seek direct admission to the second year of B. Design program.

School of Fashion Technology Industry Integrated Courses Admission 2023

School of Fashion Technology, Pune offers three Industry Integrated courses in association with Accademia Costume and Moda, Rome. Under this program, students get to choose from a UG-level course in Fashion Design and two PG-level diploma courses in Fashion Brand Design & Technology, and Fashion Buying and Merchandising.

The basic eligibility criteria for admission to the Fashion Design course is a pass in 10+2 or equivalent exam. Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate level courses must have a minimum qualification of a bachelor’s degree (any stream). Selection of candidates is done on the basis of a Common Entrance Test (SOFT-CET), followed by Portfolio Presentation and Interview.

Course Name Specialization Eligibility Criteria Selection Process
UG Program Fashion Design 10+2/ Equivalent SOFT-CET followed by Portfolio Presentation and Interview.
PG Diploma Fashion Brand Design & Technology Graduation
Fashion Buying & Merchandising

Key Points:

  • Candidates with an academic background in Fashion/ having work experience in the fashion industry are given preference.
  • For admission to postgraduate level courses, candidates with managerial/ soft skills are given the first priority.
  • Candidates for the PG diploma programs must also attend a Group Discussion session for selection purpose.

School of Fashion Technology, Pune Application Process 2023

School of Fashion Technology, Pune accepts applications from eligible candidates through online mode only. The application process in details is as follows:

  • Candidates may visit the institute’s website or the dedicated admission website and register online for the Online Test (SOFT-CET).
  • All requisite information in the registration-cum-application form must be filled correctly.
  • Candidate receives a Username and Password along with a set of 20 mock/ practice questions after successful registration.
  • The registration fee for SOFT-CET is INR 2800 which can be paid only through online payment modes, viz. credit/ debit card and internet banking.
  • Candidate is required to select his/ her preferred date for the Online Test at the time of filling the registration form.
  • Failure to be present in the SOFT premises on the chosen date will automatically cancel his/ her candidature.
  • After filling the online registration form, the applicant must immediately scan his/ her 12th Marks Sheet (and Graduation Marks Sheet, in case the applicant has registered for PG Diploma) and email it to admissions@soft.ac.in and also cc it to admin@soft.ac.in.
  • It is advised that candidates carry his/ her own materials (colors, drawing pencils, eraser etc.) for the Studio Test.
  • After declaration of Merit List, candidate is required to confirm his/her interest in taking admission with SOFT within 4 days by sending email to the above mentioned email address.

Documents Checklist

The following documents will be required to be produced/ submitted at the time of final admission:

  • Class XII marks sheet
  • Graduation marks sheet (only for PG courses)
  • Class XII passing certificate   
  • Degree of Graduation, as applicable
  • Any other document deemed necessary

School of Fashion Technology, Pune Reservation

The institute offers reservation of seats as per the Maharashtra State Government norms, as listed below:

Category Reservation (in percentage)
Scheduled Caste (SC) 13
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 7
De-notified Tribe (DT) 3
Nomadic Tribe-1 (NT-1) 2.5
Nomadic Tribe-2 (NT-2) 3.5
Nomadic Tribe-3 (NT-3) 2
Other Backward Caste (OBC) 19
Special Backward Class (SBC) 2
Person with Disability (PwD) 3

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SOFT Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityAction
B.Des
5 Courses
1.6 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) 10+2 with 50% + SOFT CET
Diploma
1 Course
2.1 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) 10+2 + SOFT CET
Post Graduate Diplom
1 Course
2.65 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Graduation+ SOFT CET
B.Des {Lateral}
5 Courses
1.6 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Diploma
M.Des
1 Course
2 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 55%

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