The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has extended its registration deadline for NIFTEE 2026 to January 13. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has also added two new exam cities, Vapi and Daman, increasing the total to 102. Application fees differ by category, with general candidates paying 3,000 and SC/ST/female candidates paying 750. Reduced fees are available for single-paper exams and specific categories.