NIFT 2027 Entrance, Manipal MET 2027 and VITEEE 2027 Registrations Open
The 2027 admission cycle is here: NIFT, Manipal’s MET and VIT’s VITEEE have opened their online portals – here’s what the dates, eligibility and real‑world trade‑offs mean for you.
Three of India’s most competitive entrance exams are now accepting applications for the 2027 batch. If you are eyeing a fashion design seat at NIFT, a multidisciplinary degree at Manipal or an engineering slot at VIT, the registration windows are officially live.
Each portal asks for the same basic inputs – personal details, academic scores and a few scanned documents – but the stakes differ. NIFT caters to creative aspirants, MET spans a dozen undergraduate and postgraduate streams, while VITEEE is the sole gateway to VIT’s BTech programmes. Knowing who these exams serve helps you decide where to invest your time and money.
NIFT Entrance Exam 2027 – What’s new and who should apply
The National Institute of Fashion Technology’s online portal now consolidates all design disciplines under a single login. Candidates with at least 50 % in their qualifying exam can apply for most courses; specialised fashion technology programmes raise that bar slightly. This matters for students who hover around the cutoff – a single extra percentage point could be the difference between a seat and a waitlist.
A counsellor’s view: if your board marks sit just below the threshold, consider a short‑term certificate course in design fundamentals before you submit. It not only boosts your profile but also gives you a taste of the curriculum before committing to a four‑year programme.
MANIPAL Entrance Test (MET) 2027 – UG and PG pathways in one place
Manipal University’s MET portal now opens for both undergraduate and postgraduate aspirants on a single platform. For UG courses the eligibility rule is a minimum of 45 % in Class 12 (40 % for reserved categories); PG programmes demand a bachelor’s degree with at least 50 % aggregate. The dual‑stream setup saves applicants the hassle of juggling two separate sites, a small but welcome efficiency gain over earlier years.
From a counselling perspective, the real trade‑off is breadth versus focus. MET offers a wide menu – engineering, health sciences, commerce and liberal arts – which is attractive for students still undecided. However, the broader choice can dilute preparation effort; a focused applicant will likely perform better if they zero in on one discipline early.
VITEEE 2027 – BTech seats and the hard March 31 deadline
Vellore Institute of Technology’s VITEEE portal launched this week, with a non‑negotiable closing date of 31 March 2027. Eligibility mirrors most engineering entrance exams: a combined 45 % in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, with a 50 % floor for reserved categories. The exam pattern remains unchanged, meaning students familiar with previous years can reuse their study plan, but the early deadline forces a quicker decision‑making cycle.
A candid counsellor’s note: if you are still weighing VIT against other engineering colleges, the March 31 cut‑off leaves little room for a second‑guess. Apply only if you are confident about VIT’s curriculum and campus culture; otherwise, explore alternatives where the application window extends later into the year.
What should you do now?
First, download the eligibility tables from each portal and compare them with your latest marks. If you fall short, ask yourself whether a bridge course or a year‑gap plan is realistic before the deadline.
Second, organise all required PDFs – mark sheets, a recent passport‑size photograph, a digital signature – in a dedicated folder. Having them ready eliminates the last‑minute scramble that many students report as a source of stress.
Third, set calendar reminders for the critical dates: the NIFT final submission date (as listed on the portal), MET’s fee‑payment deadline and VITEEE’s 31 March cut‑off. A reminder a week early gives you a buffer to resolve any technical glitches.
Frequently asked questions
When do the registration windows close for each exam?
VITEEE’s deadline is fixed on 31 March 2027. NIFT and MET list programme‑specific closing dates on their respective sites; you will see the exact day once you log in and select a course.
How much will I need to pay for each application?
The fee amount appears on the payment screen after you have entered all academic details. It varies by programme and category, and the portals accept debit/credit cards, net‑banking and UPI. Remember, the fee is non‑refundable once the transaction is processed.
Can I apply for more than one exam at the same time?
Yes. Each entrance test operates an independent online system, so you can submit separate applications for NIFT, MET and VITEEE without any conflict. Just keep track of the different deadlines and fee structures.
Reported across 3 news outlets including Education Times, Careers360, The Indian Express. Details can change — always confirm dates and fees on the official website.
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