NIFT Shillong Recruitment 2026 – Designer Vacancy

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Shillong, Meghalaya has released an official notification for the recruitment of Designer for the Packaging Design Project titled “Packaging of Handloom and Handicraft Items for Gifting”. The engagement is purely project-based. Interested and eligible candidates may apply offline before the last date.

NIFT Shillong Recruitment 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Shillong
Project Name	Packaging of Handloom and Handicraft Items for Gifting
Name of Post	Designer
No. of Posts	01
Job Location	Shillong, Meghalaya
Last Date	12 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

About NIFT Shillong Recruitment 2026

NIFT Shillong invites applications from experienced design professionals for a Packaging Design Project focusing on handloom and handicraft items meant for gifting purposes. The selected candidate will work closely with artisans and stakeholders to develop innovative packaging solutions.

Vacancy Details

Name of Post: Designer
No. of Vacancies: 01 Post

Educational Qualification

Graduate from NIFT / NID
Preferably a Master’s Degree
Prior work experience in Packaging Design is essential

Experience Requirement

Minimum 10 years of experience in:
- Design projects
- Prototype development

Preferred Skills

Experience in packaging and allied design activities
Strong communication skills
Ability to work closely with artisans and craft clusters

Age Limit

35 to 50 years as on 06.02.2026
Age relaxation may be considered for exceptional candidates

Salary / Remuneration

Remuneration will be as per project terms and conditions

How to Apply for NIFT Shillong Recruitment 2026?

Interested and eligible candidates must submit their application via email with all required documents to the following address:

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date	Ongoing
Last Date to Apply	12 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

Required Documents

Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Educational qualification certificates
(Documents will be verified upon selection)
Detailed work experience relevant to eligibility criteria

Important Links

Official Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
Join WhatsApp Group	Click Here

FAQs – NIFT Shillong Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date to apply for NIFT Shillong Recruitment 2026?
👉 The last date for submission of the application is 12 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).

Q2. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
👉 There is 1 vacancy for the post of Designer.

Q3. What is the required qualification for the Designer post?
👉 Candidates must be NIFT/NID graduates, preferably with a Master’s degree, and experience in packaging design.

Q4. What is the age limit for NIFT Shillong Designer recruitment?
👉 The age limit is 35 to 50 years as on 06.02.2026.

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