Yes indeed, you can apply for NIFT exam with biology stream in 12th standard. But if you are desiring for B. F. Tech course at NIFT, you must need physics chemistry and maths in your 12th standard.
NIFT stands for the National Institute of Fashion Technology was established in the year 1986 under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. Its a Statutory Institute governed under NIFT Act 2006. NIFT is a expert Institution in fashion education which provide integrate knowledge, traditional arts, contemporary thought, academic freedom, innovations in design and technology and creative thinking. It frequently upgrade its curriculum in accordance with the changing needs of the industry. NIFT, today, has spread its wings across the length and breadth of the country with its 17 campuses all over India.
B. Des offer 7 courses such as- B. Des in fashion Designing, B. Des in fashion communication, B. Des in leather design, B. Des in textile design, B. Des in knitwear design, B. Des in Accessory design and B. Design lateral entry of 3 years course.
B. F. Tech offer 2 courses such as- B. F. Tech is apparel production (4 years) and B. F. Tech in apparel production lateral entry ( 3 years).
So, if you think you are eligible, then go for it.
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