NIFT 2022 Exam Pattern consists of CAT (Creative Aptitude Test ), GAT (General Ability Test), and GD/PI. Candidates appearing for B.Des and M.Des have to appear for CAT and GAT while those appearing for B.FTech and M.FTech will have to appear only for GAT. Moreover, B.Des and M.Des candidates will be further called the Situation Test. NIFT 2022 will be conducted on 6 February 2022.
- As per the latest official notification by NIFT, due to the increased covid case, NIFT 2022 will now be conducted online as a proctored examination. The detailed instructions for the same will be notified on January 23, 2022, on the official website.
- NIFT 2022 Admission will be made in B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech, M.F.M, B.Des and M.Des based on candidates’ performance in the exam.
- Candidates must qualify each stage of the exam separately in order to get admission in the course of his/her choice.
- The question paper will be available in English language only. No marks will be deducted for wrong answers.
Find below all important details related to NIFT 2022 Exam Pattern in the article.
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NIFT 2022 Exam Pattern Highlights
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen Paper Based) |
| Number of Papers | 2 |
| Number of Sections | 5 (Quantitative Ability, Communication Ability, English Comprehension, Analytical and Logical Ability, General Knowledge and Current Affairs) |
| Question Paper Type | MCQ based |
| Exam Duration for GAT written test | 2 hours (for B.Des & M.Des) 3 hours (for B.F.Tech, MFM & M.F.Tech) |
| Exam Language | English |
NIFT 2022 Exam Pattern in Detail
NIFT 2022 Entrance Exam will be held in 3 stages beginning with GAT followed by CAT. General Ability Test or GAT is a written test for all the 5 courses offered by NIFT. GAT is the first test for selection for B.Des and M.Des courses. After clearing GAT, B.Des and M.Des students are required to qualify CAT. Applicants who cleared both the written tests will be eligible for Situation Test followed by Group Discussion/ Personal Interview. GAT is the only selection test for B.F.Tech, M.F.Tech and MFM.
NIFT 2022 Examination Pattern is explained in detail below:
- GAT examination is conducted in the offline mode only.
- For B.Des and M.Des, GAT exam is of 2 hours. On the other hand, B.F.Tech, MFM & M.F.Tech, GAT exam is for 3 hours.
- The paper will be in English language only
- For B.Des, a total of 100 questions will be asked in GAT and for M.Des 120 questions will be asked.
- For B.F.Tech, MFM & M.F.Tech, 150 questions will be asked.
- GAT & CAT written exams will be conducted for M.Des and B.Des courses. Whereas, for B.F.Tech, MFM & M.F.Tech only GAT will be conducted.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Section Wise Course Details
The following table shows the section-wise distribution of questions in NIFT 2022 for B.Des program.
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability | 20 |
| Communication Ability | 25 |
| English Comprehension | 25 |
| Analytical Ability | 15 |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
The following table shows the section-wise distribution of questions in NIFT 2021 for M.Des program.
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability | 20 |
| Communication Ability | 30 |
| English Comprehension | 30 |
| Analytical Ability | 25 |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 15 |
| Total | 120 |
The following table shows the section-wise distribution of questions in NIFT 2021 for MFM, M.F.Tech, and B.F.Tech courses.
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability | 30 (10 questions for MFM) |
| Communication Ability & English Comprehension | 45 (50 questions for MFM) |
| Analytical & Logical Ability | 25 |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 25 |
| Case Study | 25 (40 questions for MFM) |
| Total | 150 |
NIFT 2022 Exam Syllabus
NIFT syllabus comprises Quantitative Ability, Communication Ability, English Comprehension, Analytical Ability, General Knowledge and Current affairs. Syllabus for both the GAT and CAT test is different and the same has been mentioned below.
GAT Syllabus
Quantitative Ability: Addition, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Percentage, Rate of Interest, Work & Task, Ratio & Proportion, and Distance
Communication Ability and English Comprehension: Synonyms, antonyms, words with corresponding meanings, singular, plural, one-word substitutes, idioms & phrases, correct spellings
CAT Syllabus
- Discernment ability
- Power of observation
- Creativity in development of a thought
- Design ability of the applicant
For Situation Test and Group Discussion, candidates must possess the following skills.
- Conceptual Clarity
- Knowledge of the topic assigned
- Contribution made to the topic
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to generate new ideas
- Problem-solving approach
- Leadership qualities
- Effective Communication
Personal Interview
- Career Orientation
- Aptness for the field
- Overall personal achievements in academics & co-curricular activities
- Communication
- General Awareness & Aptitude, creative & lateral thinking
Check Here NIFT 2022 Syllabus
NIFT 2022 Recommended Books
Books are the main source of preparation. They are advised to go through the following books in order to cover each and every topic of the syllabus and perform well in the exam.
| Name of the Book | Name of the Author |
|---|---|
| NIFT, NID and IIFT Entrance Exam Guide | D Mittal |
| NIFT, NID/ IIFT Admission Test | By Surendra Kavimandan |
| Guide to NIFT/ NID for Group A, B and C | R.P. Datson |
| NIFT Entrance Exam Mock Papers | D Mittal |
| NIFT entrance exam preparation course | Prashant Kumar |
| NIFT/ NID/ IIFT entrance examination guide | Surendra |
| Self Study Guide – NIFT 10 Mock Papers | D.Mittal |
| NIFT Entrance Exam | Verma |
| NIFT 2 ED | Verma |
| NIFT | Sonia Sahney |
NIFT Entrance Exam 2022 Important Instructions
Students are advised to go through the following instructions before appearing in the examination:
- Students should start solving previous year papers and mock tests.
- They should reach the examination hall before commencement of the exam.
- Candidates must carry the printout of NIFT Admit Card 2021 along with the printout of original identity card.
- Jewellery, watches, belts and other ornaments are also not allowed inside the examination hall.
- All the electronic devices such as Mobile Phones, Pagers, and Bluetooth etc. are not allowed inside the examination center.
- A valid photo ID proof includes College ID card, Passport, Driving License, Aadhar Card, Voter ID Card, PAN card etc.
- Without NIFT Admit Card, students cannot appear for the exam
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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