The four-year Fashion Design programme, NIFT’s flagship programme, offers a holistic foundation in design with a focused approach to apparel. The curriculum develops design sensitivity by balancing global fashion aesthetics with an Indian perspective, while addressing the diverse requirements of couture, prêt-à-porter, exports, niche markets and handcrafting.

The four-year Fashion Communication programme, offered by the Department of Fashion Communication, develops versatile design professionals for the fashion, lifestyle, media and creative industries. The curriculum positions communication as a strategic bridge between fashion products, brands and consumers, integrating design thinking, visual communication, technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), trend research and forecasting, and emerging media.

The four-year Knitwear Design programme, offered by the Department of Knitwear Design, prepares specialised professionals for the evolving fashion, apparel and accessories industries. The curriculum integrates creativity, technology, sustainability and market orientation with hands-on learning across the complete knitwear development process. Students work with flat and circular knits, advanced computerised knitting systems and diverse applications ranging from foundation garments to outerwear.

The four-year Leather Design programme, offered by the Department of Leather Design, prepares design professionals and entrepreneurs for the fashion, leather, allied materials and luxury sectors. The curriculum integrates design thinking, product development, technical skills, craftsmanship and enterprise across apparel, accessories, footwear and other lifestyle products. Students work across traditional and contemporary materials while engaging with technology, industry practice and craft-based production.