NIFT Entrance Examination — Free Online Mock Test
GAT — 100 Q / 2 hours. No negative. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Intermediate
India
Design
100 questions
120 min
50 distinct variants
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NIFT section breakdown
The NIFT mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Quantitative Ability (20 Q)
20 questions · 24 minutes · ~72 sec/question
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Communication & English (45 Q)
45 questions · 54 minutes · ~72 sec/question
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Analytical Ability (15 Q)
15 questions · 18 minutes · ~72 sec/question
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General Knowledge (20 Q)
20 questions · 24 minutes · ~72 sec/question
NIFT scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: NIFT has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: NIFT GAT (out of 100).
How NIFT is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
NIFT time strategy
With 100 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 72 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Quantitative Ability (20 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Communication & English (45 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Analytical Ability (15 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
General Knowledge (20 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
NIFT topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of NIFT, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Quantitative Ability (20 Q)
- Algebra — Quadratics · 2
- Algebra — Systems · 2
- Algebra — Exponents · 2
- Algebra — Inequalities · 2
- Algebra — Functions · 2
- Geometry — Circles · 1
- Geometry — Triangles · 1
- Geometry — Rectangles · 1
Communication & English (45 Q)
- Reading — Trade History · 3
- Reading — Vaccines · 3
- Reading — Marine Biology · 3
- Reading — Neural Networks · 3
- Grammar — Subject-Verb Agreement · 3
- Grammar — Tense · 3
- Grammar — Pronouns · 3
- Grammar — Usage & Confused Words · 3
Analytical Ability (15 Q)
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
- Reasoning — Blood relations · 3
- Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic) · 1
- Reasoning — Number Series (squares) · 1
- Reasoning — Syllogism (transitive) · 1
- Reasoning — Syllogism (negative) · 1
- Reasoning — Syllogism (existential) · 1
- Reasoning — Direction sense · 1
General Knowledge (20 Q)
- General Knowledge · 8
- NIFT — Int'l Designers · 7
- NIFT — Indian Designers · 5
Sample NIFT questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge NIFT bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Quantitative Ability (20 Q) · Algebra — Quadratics
Q1. One solution of x² - 9x + 20 = 0 is:
Why: Factors as (x - 4)(x - 5) = 0.
Communication & English (45 Q) · Reading — Globalization
Q2. The passage on globalization primarily aims to:
Why: Correct answer: D — describe a phenomenon or concept. Topic: Reading — Globalization.
Analytical Ability (15 Q) · Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic)
Q3. Find the missing term: 10, 14, 18, 22, ___
Why: Common difference is 4.
General Knowledge (20 Q) · NIFT — Indian Designers
Q4. Tarun Tahiliani designed costumes for the wedding of:
Why: Correct answer: D — Various Bollywood stars and royalty including the Ambani family. Topic: NIFT — Indian Designers.
Quantitative Ability (20 Q) · Algebra — Systems
Q5. If x + y = 19 and x - y = 1, what is x?
Why: Adding: 2x = 20 → x = 10.
Communication & English (45 Q) · Reading — Trade History
Q6. According to the trade history passage, the topic is best described as:
Why: Correct answer: A — well-established and significant. Topic: Reading — Trade History.
These are a handful of the 5000 unique NIFT questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
NIFT difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
GAT — 100 Q / 2 hours. No negative. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's NIFT bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for NIFT
Real test-day interface
Our sat skin mirrors the actual NIFT testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
5000 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first NIFT mock starts in under a minute.
NIFT study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — Quantitative Ability (20 Q), Communication & English (45 Q), Analytical Ability (15 Q), General Knowledge (20 Q) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on Quantitative Ability (20 Q) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length NIFT mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where NIFT can take you
A strong NIFT result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Studio & in-house design roles
Positions at design studios, agencies and product teams.
Freelance & independent practice
Build a portfolio-led freelance or consulting practice.
Higher study in design
A pathway into advanced design programmes and specialisations.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the NIFT exam pattern?
- NIFT Entrance Examination contains 100 questions across 4 sections: Quantitative Ability (20 Q), Communication & English (45 Q), Analytical Ability (15 Q), General Knowledge (20 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 72 seconds per question).
- Does NIFT have negative marking?
- No — NIFT has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is NIFT scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. NIFT GAT (out of 100).
- How can I practise NIFT online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length NIFT mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of NIFT?
- NIFT is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. GAT — 100 Q / 2 hours. No negative. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the NIFT exam?
- NIFT runs for 120 minutes total across 4 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in NIFT?
- NIFT is split into: Quantitative Ability (20 Q), Communication & English (45 Q), Analytical Ability (15 Q), General Knowledge (20 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. GAT — 100 Q / 2 hours. No negative. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during NIFT?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the NIFT test adaptive?
- No — NIFT is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many NIFT mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct NIFT variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free NIFT test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge NIFT test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are NIFT previous year question–style papers included?
- Every NIFT mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free NIFT mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's NIFT mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the NIFT mock test on mobile?
- Yes. NIFT mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the NIFT syllabus?
- The NIFT syllabus maps to its 4 sections: Quantitative Ability (20 Q), Communication & English (45 Q), Analytical Ability (15 Q), General Knowledge (20 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for NIFT?
- Eligibility for NIFT — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic NIFT practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the NIFT exam and how should I prepare?
- Official NIFT exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free NIFT mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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