How to Prepare for NIFT GAT B.Des Exam General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Books, Important Topics

Published by Shikha Kumari on Jan 17, 2025

Every year, NIFT organizes the CAT exam for 5,289 seats, with nearly 40,000 students competing for a place in the Bachelor’s of Design program at NIFTs. While the competition for NIFT is intense, success can be achieved with proper guidance and the right resources. This blog covers the syllabus for General Knowledge, a similar pattern of questions asked in the General Knowledge section, and tips on how to improve current affairs knowledge. Lastly, we have also provided a NIFT Question Paper PDF for reference.

How to prepare for NIFT GAT B.Des Exam General Knowledge

The GAT exam is conducted in both English and Hindi and lasts for 2 hours. This exam serves as a pathway for aspiring designers to gain admission into NIFT.

The GAT (General Ability Test) comprises 100 marks, out of which 15% weightage is given to General Knowledge and Current Affairs. While the weightage may seem relatively small, this section can give you an edge over many competitors. This subject requires consistent learning and preparation, not just skills, making it an area where constant effort can significantly impact your performance.

Current Affairs & Important Topics

Knowing about the world around you is crucial for any candidate aspiring to be a designer. This awareness enables them to create designs that not only adhere to legal standards but also meet the needs of the world and its evolving requirements. One must stay informed about current affairs, not only through news channels but also by reading newspapers like the Times of India or The Hindu, as well as frequently reading editorials. Additionally, you can follow many online resources that provide monthly current affairs in ‘one shot videos’ on platforms like YouTube. Some of the important topics that have been frequently asked in previous year questions are listed below:

NIFT GAT BDes Exam General Knowledge Questions

Given that NIFT stands for the National Institute of Fashion Technology, it is essential for candidates to stay informed about the fashion industry and other current affairs. There may be Fashion GK questions in the NIFT exam. While browsing through the Internet, we have created some questions regarding the fashion industry and its small trends for you. You may refer to the following:

1. Who was appointed as the Chief Justice of India in 2024?
   A) Shri Sanjiv Khanna B) U.U. Lalit C) N.V. Ramana D) S.A. Bobde
2. Which country became the first to deploy a quantum communication satellite?
   A) China B) United States C) Russia D) India
3. In which city is the headquarters of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) located?
   A) Gurugram B) Paris C) Abu Dhabi D) Geneva
4. Who among the following established the ‘Mahila Seva Mandal’ and ‘Native Female School’ in Pune?

A) Aruna Asaf B) Jhalkari Bai C) Savitribai D) Sarla Devi

5. Which country hosted the 2024 Summer Olympics?
   A) France B) Japan C) Brazil D) Canada
6. Who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023?
   A) Greta Thunberg B) Malala Yousafzai C) Abiy Ahmed Ali D) Narges Mohammadi

Wondering what the correct answers are for these questions? To get more questions with solutions, you can download the NIFT GK questions PDF given in the table below.  

NIFT Question Paper PDF

While we are providing the last 4 years’ General Knowledge exam papers, candidates must stay aware of the current world around them and prepare accordingly. By staying updated on Google and other reliable sites, you can easily become proficient in current affairs.

Recommended Books for NIFT GK & Current Affairs

There are many books available as resources for learning static general knowledge. However, if candidates are missing out on staying updated with current affairs, consider subscribing to monthly magazines or packages that provide regular updates tailored to competitive exams. This will also be helpful for future competitive exams. We have listed some of these books below for reference: