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Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
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Region : Strategic Fashion Hub - Located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, providing direct proximity to Mumbai's garment export hubs and Bollywood. - Strategic access to headquarters of major retail giants and luxury brands in India's financial capital.
Rankings : Top-Tier National Standing - Ranked #2 Nationally by India Today (2024) and consistently in the Top 3 for Fashion Design. - Ranked #1 in Maharashtra, maintaining its status as the leading design institute in the region.
Fees : Premium Investment - Rs 13.42 L - Rs 14.09 L (Total for 4-year B.Des/B.FTech programs). - Standardized government-regulated fee structure across all NIFT campuses.
ROI : Excellent Value - High return on investment due to the prestigious NIFT brand and centralized placement opportunities. - Access to the 'Sarthak' and 'Udaan' scholarship schemes for financial assistance.
Flagship Courses : Flagship Design & Tech Programs - B.Des in Fashion Design and B.FTech in Apparel Production are the most sought-after flagship courses. - Specialized Master of Fashion Management (MFM) for industry leadership roles.
Specializations : Craft & Tech Integration - Mandatory 'Craft Cluster Initiative' that connects students with traditional Indian artisans for product innovation. - Specialized labs for Accessory Design, Jewelry, Leather, and Textile Testing.
Placements : Centralized Industry Access - Centralized placement process across 7 major campuses including Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru. - 90%+ placement rate for specialized streams like Accessory Design.
Top Recruiters : Diverse Sector Recruitment - Primary sectors include Retail (39%), Fashion Brands (20%), and Design Houses (19%). - Growing recruitment from E-commerce, Tech Solution Providers, and Home Furnishing companies.
Diversity : Inclusive Creative Environment - Strong female representation with a male-to-female ratio of approximately 14:86. - Pan-India student intake through a highly competitive national entrance exam.
Internships : High-Profile Industry Training - Mandatory 16-week industry internships with top firms like Fastrack, Tata, and various design startups. - Opportunities for international internships through global connect initiatives.
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Connect Program - Dual Degree opportunity with the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), New York. - Exchange partnerships with NABA (Italy), ENSAIT (France), and RMIT (Australia).Alumni : Industry Leaders - Notable alumni include Nikhil Thampi (Fashion Designer) and Manish Arora (Fashion Designer). - Alumni hold key positions in global brands like Zara, H&M, Benetton, and Reliance Brands.Guest Lecturers : Expert-Led Learning - Regular sessions by industry veterans from companies like Arvind Fashions and Peter England. - Jury-based evaluations conducted by external industry professionals for portfolio development.Hostel : On-Campus Residential Comfort - On-campus Girls' Hostel with a capacity of 588 students; Boys' Hostel capacity of 79. - Facilities include a gym, beauty parlour, TV room, and limited AC rooms (rare for government institutes).Infrastructure : Modern 10-Acre Campus - State-of-the-art 10-acre campus in Kharghar featuring specialized CAD, Weaving, and Photography labs. - World-class Resource Centre (Library) housing rare design books and access to WGSN/Promostyl trend forecasting.
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