Frequently Asked Questions

When was the Institute established?

The Institute was established in 2007.

What are the different teaching methodologies & evaluation techniques in the programme?

The teaching methodology in IFA is strongly based on industrial working conditions. Students are evaluated on their theoretical knowledge & practical understanding. To check the learning progress of students, institutes conduct semester exams. Students develop their interactive & presentation skills through projects, assignments, industrial visits.

What is an internship & how does IFA provide internship & industrial visits to the students?

Internship is a bridge between institutions and industry where the student gets exposure to working methodology and processes. IFA has industrial linkage with various industries and tie-up with organisations in Kolkata and surroundings like R.K Exports, Manisha Exports, S.P Enterprises, S.K Saree Emporium, Saree House etc.

What is the placement procedure in IFA?

IFA has industrial linkage with various Fashion, Textile & Interior design industries. Institutes first communicate with the related industries and invite them for the campus interview. Students sit for the interview and get selected according to their performance.

If a student was not selected for the campus interview, how would IFA help?

IFA provides 100% placement or full money back.

Is there any facility for the preparation of design competitions?

IFA always encourages its students to participate in reputed design competitions like Lakme Fashion Week, Bangalore Fashion Week, Lets Design, Wills Lifestyle Fashion Week, and Mirchi Designer etc.

Is it possible to get an internship abroad for International exposure to the students?

Yes, it is possible to get an internship abroad which institutes provide as per the summer exchange programme.