NTA NIFTEE 2026 Stage 2 Personal Interview announced
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the Stage 2 Personal Interview (PI) process for NTA NIFTEE 2026 shortlisted candidates for UG and PG design programmes. The notification covers programs such as MDes, BDes and MTech (design).
Exact PI dates and a detailed timetable were not available at the time of reporting. The NTA statement says the full schedule, venue list and admit card release will be published on the official NTA web portal; candidates must check it regularly.
NTA NIFTEE 2026: What the announcement covers
The NTA communication confirms the activation of Stage 2 PI for design admissions in NTA NIFTEE 2026 . It lists the key components that will be addressed in the official schedule: PI dates, interview centres, admit card download, and document verification guidelines.
The announcement explicitly mentions admissions for the following programmes:
| Programme | Level |
|---|---|
| MDes | PG |
| BDes | UG |
| MTech (Design) | PG |
NTA NIFTEE 2026: What candidates must watch for next
NTA will upload the PI admit cards on its website. You must download the admit card and carry it to the interview venue as per the instructions in the official notice.
The agency will also publish the list of shortlisted candidates and the interview centres. The PI notification will include the exact schedule, reporting time, required documents and any format-specific details such as portfolio submission rules.
Missing details and how to proceed
Some specific items were not included in the initial announcement available to us: exact PI dates, programme-wise slots, weightage or marking scheme, fee details and the complete list of participating institutes. These will be part of the formal schedule on the NTA website.
If you are shortlisted, keep these steps ready: watch the official NTA site for admit card release, keep original and photocopies of academic and identity documents, and prepare your portfolio if required by your programme.
Quick checklist
- Check the official NTA website for the PI schedule and admit card release.
- Keep photo ID and academic documents ready for verification.
- Prepare your portfolio and practice interview responses tailored to design programmes.
FAQs
Q: How do I know if I am shortlisted for Stage 2 PI?
A: NTA will publish the list of shortlisted candidates on its official website. Check the candidate login or the notifications section.
Q: Where will PI dates be published?
A: Exact PI dates and timetable will be published on the official NTA portal when released.
Q: Will there be an admit card for PI?
A: Yes. NTA will issue PI admit cards—candidates must download and carry them to the interview.
Q: Which programmes are covered under Stage 2?
A: The announcement lists MDes, BDes and MTech (Design) among covered programmes.
Q: Is document verification part of Stage 2?
A: The NTA notice states that document verification details will be included in the PI schedule.
Q: What if I need more information or clarification?
A: Use the official NTA contact details provided on its website for queries and clarifications.