The NIFT Result 2027 is announced in two phases: the Stage 1 Written Examination Result (shortlisting candidates for Situation Test and GD/PI), followed by the Final NIFT Merit Result & Scorecard which publishes the candidate’s All India Rank (AIR) and Common Merit Rank (CMR).

How to Check NIFT 2027 Result & Scorecard

1. Visit the official portal: exams.nta.nic.in/niftee/.
2. Click on the link titled "NIFT 2027 Scorecard / Result".
3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
4. Submit the details to view your official NIFT Scorecard on screen.
5. Download and print multiple copies of the scorecard for the upcoming seat allocation and counselling process.

Details Mentioned on NIFT Scorecard

• Candidate Information: Name, Roll Number, Application Number, Category, Date of Birth.
• Sectional Marks: Scaled scores obtained in General Ability Test (GAT) and Creative Ability Test (CAT).
• Stage 2 Marks: Situation Test marks (B.Des) or GD/PI marks (PG courses).
• Total Weighted Score: Final normalized composite score out of 100.
• Ranks: Common Merit Rank (CMR) and Category Rank (All India Rank for OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD).
• Qualification Status: Confirmation of eligibility for NIFT Centralized Seat Allocation.

Stage 2: Situation Test & GD/PI

Candidates shortlisted after Stage 1 must participate in Stage 2 evaluation:

• Situation Test (for B.Des): A 2-hour hands-on practical exam held at NIFT campuses where candidates construct a 3D physical model using a specific kit of materials (wire, clay, cardboard, cloth, thermocol, etc.) accompanied by a write-up explaining the design concept.
• Group Discussion & Personal Interview (for PG Courses): GD of 15–20 minutes on a contemporary topic followed by an individual interview assessing creative aptitude, personality, and career aspirations.

Tie-Breaking Criteria for NIFT Final Ranking

If two or more candidates obtain identical aggregate scores, ties are resolved in the following sequential order:

1. Higher marks in CAT: Candidate with higher score in Creative Ability Test is ranked higher.
2. Higher marks in GAT: Candidate with higher marks in General Ability Test is given preference.
3. Section-wise GAT priority: Higher marks in English Comprehension, followed by Analytical Ability.
4. Candidate Age: The candidate who is older in age is awarded the higher rank.