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University Institute of Fashion Technology and Vocational Development, Panjab University

Chandigarh, Chandigarh · State govt

Also known as UIFT Panjab University, UIFT&VD PU, UIFT Chandigarh

About University Institute of Fashion Technology and Vocational Development, Panjab University

UIFT is the fashion technology institute of Panjab University in Sector 14, Chandigarh, offering B.Sc (Hons) and B.Sc Fashion and Lifestyle Technology, an M.Sc and a PhD.

The University Institute of Fashion Technology and Vocational Development (UIFT) is a self-financing teaching institute of Panjab University, located near the Student Centre on the main campus in Sector 14, Chandigarh. It offers a four-year B.Sc (Honours) and a three-year B.Sc in Fashion and Lifestyle Technology, a five-year integrated B.Sc-M.Sc, a two-year M.Sc in Fashion and Lifestyle Technology and a PhD for UGC NET/JRF holders. Undergraduate selection rests on an institute aptitude test covering drawing, sketching and design ability, together with Class 12 marks, preference criteria and an interview. The 2026-27 university fee table lists about Rs 1.21 lakh for the first B.Sc year and about Rs 1.64 lakh for the M.Sc.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Science
Accepts: UIFT Aptitude Test
Full-time 4 yrs 46 ₹1,20,595 —
2026-27
Master of Science Full-time 2 yrs — ₹1,63,635 —
2026-27
Doctor of Philosophy
Accepts: UGC NET
Full-time 5 yrs — — —

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test, Interview, Lateral

Applicants need Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate. B.Sc selection combines an institute aptitude test (60%), academic marks (20%), preference criteria (10%) and an interview (10%). M.Sc seats go first to UIFT B.Sc graduates, with vacant seats open to fashion graduates through an aptitude test, group discussion and interview; PhD applicants need UGC NET/JRF.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
  • Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Where these courses lead

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Minimum: UG

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Minimum: PG

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Minimum: PG

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Healthcare

Nurse

Minimum: Diploma

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Healthcare

Doctor

Minimum: UG

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Healthcare

Dentist

Minimum: UG

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Frequently asked questions

How is admission to B.Sc Fashion and Lifestyle Technology at UIFT done?

Through an institute aptitude test (60%), academic marks (20%), preference criteria (10%) and an interview (10%).

What is the UIFT B.Sc fee for 2026-27?

The Panjab University fee table lists Rs 1,20,595 for the first year.

How many B.Sc seats are there?

46 regular seats plus 6 NRI and 2 foreign national seats.

Who can apply for the PhD?

Candidates with UGC NET or JRF.

Sources

Information verified on 25 Oct 2026

  1. UIFT&VD PU - Courses · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  2. UIFT&VD PU - Contact Us · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  3. Panjab University Handbook of Information 2026 Part C - Fee Structure 2026-27 · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026