NIFT Personal Interview for MFM, M.Ftech, M.Des 2025
NIFT conducts a Personal Interview (PI) for candidates who qualify the first phase written exam; for master’s programmes, shortlisted candidates must appear for PI, while group discussions are case-study based and assess teamwork and managerial ability. The PI carries a 30% weightage and is a key factor in determining the NIFT All-India Rank.
Key Parameters For Evaluating A Candidate During PI
Career orientation
Aptness for the course
Overall personal achievements in academics and co-curricular activities
Communication
General awareness, aptitude, creative and lateral thinking
Join the NIFT PI Batch for 100% Success
- 15‑day PI programme for MFM/M.FTech/M.Des, covering recent case studies and interview questions to familiarise you with the PI pattern.
- 18 students in NIFT Master’s Top 50 (MFM/M.Des/M.FTech) – the highest from any design institute in India.
- Mock PIs conducted by NIFT alumni to expose you to technical and course-specific questions.
- 15‑day, 40‑hour design workshop with focused prep on basic and technical questions for M.Des/MFM/M.FTech, supported by specialised Pahal Design study material.
- India’s No. 1 institute with the maximum selections in NIFT Masters and 10 students in NIFT AIR Top 50 securing preferred campuses.
- Direct interaction with NIFT toppers to understand effective PI strategies.
- Additional mock PIs by senior design experts.
- Small batches of 8–10 students to ensure detailed, personalised feedback.
Tips for a Successful Interview
The impression you make in an interview can often outweigh your credentials. Your poise, attitude, social skills, and communication are assessed along with your experience and education. It should be a genuine conversation, a two-way exchange of ideas.
1. Be on time
Arrive 10–15 minutes early and know the interviewer’s name and how to pronounce it.
2. Prepare well
Research the organisation, prepare a few smart questions, and bring a pen and small notepad (use it after, not during, the interview).
3. Make a strong first impression
Greet with a firm handshake and a smile, maintain natural eye contact, and follow the interviewer’s lead to build rapport.
4. Stay calm and confident
Nervousness is normal. Focus on your strengths, transferable skills, and willingness to learn instead of apologising for a lack of experience.
5. Communicate clearly
Listen carefully, clarify questions if needed, and answer concisely. Use correct grammar and always tell the truth.
6. Handle personal questions gracefully
Some may be inappropriate; respond calmly and professionally without losing composure.
7. Close professionally
End on a positive note, ask about next steps, thank the interviewer, and leave courteously.
8. Always follow up
Send a brief thank‑you note to express appreciation and, if true, restate your interest in the role.
