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Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations
R.S. Aggarwal · S. Chand
Chapter-wise concepts and thousands of solved questions for arithmetic.
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Best Books & Mock Tests for NIFT 2026
NIFT Entrance Examination · National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Entrance for B.Des, B.FTech, M.Des, MFM and M.FTech at NIFT campuses.
Best books for NIFT — in the order to buy
Start at #1 and work down. The first books cover the full syllabus; later books add depth for scoring subjects.
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Lucent's General Knowledge
Dr. Binay Karna, Manvendra Mishra · Lucent Publications
Compact, exam-oriented coverage of static GK asked in almost every objective exam.
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Word Power Made Easy
Norman Lewis · Penguin
Builds vocabulary systematically — useful for CAT, GRE and bank exams.
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Best mock tests & practice sets for NIFT
Take a full mock every week in the early months and every alternate day in the last 30 days. Analyse every test — that is where marks improve.
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Official NIFT notification, syllabus & papers
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Always confirm dates, eligibility and syllabus on the official website before applying.
Visit official siteNIFT at a glance
Conducted by
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Level
National
Frequency
Annual
Mode
Online (CBT)
Eligibility
Class 12 (UG); graduation (PG).
Official website
https://www.nift.ac.inDates, vacancies, fees and age limits change every cycle — always confirm in the latest official notification.
Exam pattern
- 1GAT
- 2CAT (design)
- 3Situation Test / Interview
Syllabus — key subjects
Creative AbilityQuantCommunicationGKAnalytical Ability
How to prepare for NIFT
STEP 1
Month 1 — Foundation
Read the official syllabus and solve one previous NIFT paper to see where you stand. Start book #1 and #2 from the list above.
STEP 2
Months 2–3 — Concepts
Finish one standard book per subject. Solve topic-wise practice sets the same day you finish a chapter.
STEP 3
Month 4 — Mock phase
Start full-length mocks weekly. Maintain an error log and revisit weak topics after every test.
STEP 4
Last 30 days — Revision
Mocks every alternate day, revise short notes and previous year questions. No new books.
NIFT — frequently asked questions
Which is the best mock test for NIFT 2026?
Start with National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)'s previous year NIFT papers, solved under real exam timing. Aim for at least 15–20 full mocks before the exam and analyse every test.
Which are the best books for NIFT preparation?
The most recommended books for NIFT are: Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal; Lucent's General Knowledge by Dr. Binay Karna, Manvendra Mishra; Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis. Read one good book per subject multiple times instead of many books once.
What is NIFT?
NIFT Entrance Examination (NIFT) is conducted by National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). Entrance for B.Des, B.FTech, M.Des, MFM and M.FTech at NIFT campuses.
What is the eligibility for NIFT?
Class 12 (UG); graduation (PG). Always verify the latest criteria in the official notification at https://www.nift.ac.in.
What is the NIFT exam pattern?
NIFT is conducted in the following stage(s): GAT; CAT (design); Situation Test / Interview. Mode: Online (CBT).
What is the NIFT syllabus?
The main subjects/sections of NIFT are: Creative Ability, Quant, Communication, GK, Analytical Ability. Download the detailed syllabus from https://www.nift.ac.in.
How often is NIFT conducted?
NIFT is held once a year. Dates are announced by National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in the official notification.
How to crack NIFT in the first attempt?
(1) Download the official syllabus and previous papers. (2) Build concepts from one standard book per subject. (3) Practise topic-wise sets daily. (4) Start full-length mock tests at least 3 months before the exam and analyse each one. (5) Revise weak areas and keep a short-notes register. (6) Take the last 15 days only for revision and mocks.
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