NIFT Situation Test 2025 (8 June), Exam Dates, Test Pattern & Syllabus

NIFT Situation Test 2025: NIFT Final Result 2025 based on the candidates’ combined performance in the CAT, GAT, and Situation Test/Personal Interview is expected to be announced in June 2025 NTA NIFT website. NIFT Situation Test 2025 was held on 8 June 2025 from 10 AM to 12 noon across 18 cities at 26 exam centres in India. The NIFT Personal Interview was also held on the same day from 2 PM. It is the second stage of the B.Des admission process. Candidates who have qualified the NIFT Written Tests, comprising CAT and GAT, are eligible to appear for the test. 

The NIFT Situation Test 2025 is the second stage for B.Des admissions, where candidates are evaluated on their creativity, material handling, and model-making skills. It is an offline test where aspirants are required to construct a 3D model using provided materials and submit a well-structured write-up explaining their concept, inspiration, and design process. The Situation Test carries 20% weightage in the final selection.

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NIFT Situation Test 2025 Overview

The NIFT Situation Test 2025 is the second stage of the B.Des admission process, designed to evaluate candidates creativity, material handling, and 3D visualization skills. It is conducted in offline mode and requires candidates to create innovative 3D models using provided materials within two hours, accompanied by a written explanation in English. It accounts for 20% of the final score and assesses parameters like space visualization, construction skills, and overall presentation.

NIFT Situation Test 2025 Important Dates

Candidates who clear the NIFT written exams comprising CAT and GAT are eligible to appear for the NIFT Situation Test 2025. It was conducted on 8 June 2025 from 10 AM to 12 Noon. Candidates seeking admission to B.Des courses have to appear for situation test/studio test, while the PG aspirants are required to qualify the Interview rounds for final admission. 

Only candidates who qualify in the NIFT entrance exam are eligible to appear for this studio-based test. Admit cards for the Situation Test was released online on 2 June 2025, and candidates must download them from the official NIFT website. The Situation Test result is expected to be announced in June 2025. Shortlisted candidates will then proceed to the next stage of the admission process.

Check out the exam dates and location for the NIFT Situation Test 2025. 

NIFT Situation Test 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who have cleared the first stage of the NIFT entrance exam, i.e.,  General Ability Test (GAT) and Creative Ability Test (CAT), are eligible for the NIFT Situation Test 2025. This test is for B.Des aspirants shortlisted based on their written exam scores. Candidates must meet the overall eligibility criteria for NIFT admissions, including age and educational qualifications, as specified for the B.Des program.

NIFT Situation Test Pattern 2025 

The NIFT Situation Test 2025 is a hands-on examination conducted for B.Des aspirants who qualify in the written exams (CAT and GAT). This two-hour test evaluates candidates' creativity, material handling, and problem-solving skills by requiring them to create a 3D model based on a given theme using provided materials. The following mentioned parameters are included in the NIFT Situation Test 2025 to assess candidates’ design knowledge. 

• Space visualization
• Composition of Elements
• Innovative and creative use of given material 
• Construction skill
• Color Scheme
• Finesse of the model
• Overall presentation of the model

NIFT Situation Test Syllabus 2025 

The NIFT Situation Test 2025 syllabus focuses on evaluating candidates' creativity, material handling, and problem-solving abilities through a hands-on model-making exercise. Candidates are required to create a 3D model based on a given theme using provided materials, which are assessed on parameters like space visualization, innovative use of materials, color composition, construction skills, and overall presentation. A written explanation of the concept in English is mandatory as part of the evaluation.

NIFT Situation Test 2025 City Intimation Slip

The NIFT Situation Test City Intimation Slip has been released on 24 May 2025 on the official website. It includes the city name where the exam center will be located. This allows candidates to plan their travel arrangements accordingly. Moreover, the city intimation slip does not include specific exam center details, which are provided in the admit card released later.

NIFT Situation Test 2025 Admit Card

NTA released the NIFT situation test admit card on 2 June 2025 on its official website for candidates shortlisted after the written exams (CAT and GAT) to appear for the second stage of the B.Des admission process. Candidates need their application number and date of birth to access it, and the admit card contains details such as exam date, time, and venue.

NIFT Situation Test 2025 Result

The NIFT Situation Test 2025 results will be announced online on the official NIFT website, tentatively in June 2025. Candidates can access their results by logging in with their application number and password. The results will include scores for the Situation Test, which contributes 20% to the final merit list, along with CAT and GAT scores. 

NIFT Situation Test 2025 Preparation Tips

Here are some preparation tips for the NIFT Situation Test 2025. 

• Familiarize yourself with the parameters such as creativity, material handling, space visualization, color composition, construction skills, and overall presentation. Ensure your model aligns with these aspects. 
• Use materials like paper, foam, clay, aluminum foil, and straws to practice creating 3D models. Experiment with different themes and concepts to improve your material-handling skills and innovative thinking.
• Focus on developing unique and meaningful concepts for your models. Ensure the concept is clear and can be effectively explained in the written description.
• Practice writing concise and clear explanations for your models in English. The write-up should highlight the concept behind your design and its relevance to the theme.
• Experiment with different textures and forms to understand how to manipulate materials to create aesthetically pleasing designs.

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