NIOS 899 — Tailoring and Stitching Technology — Syllabus & Chapters

The complete syllabus for NIOS 899 — Tailoring and Stitching Technology — every chapter you need to study, and how the exam paper is structured.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Tools and Equipment Used in Cutting and Tailoring
Chapter 2: Basic Temporary, Permanent and Decorative Stitches
Chapter 3: Sewing Machine Use, Care and Safety
Chapter 4: Sewing Machine Defects and Corrections
Chapter 5: Systematic Body Measurements and Precautions
Chapter 6: Fabric Selection and Colour Combination
Chapter 7: Rules of Pattern Making
Chapter 8: Layout and Fabric Estimation
Chapter 9: Control of Fullness: Darts, Pleats and Gathers
Chapter 10: Seams and Seam Finishes
Chapter 11: Bias, Piping, Facing and Plackets
Chapter 12: Fasteners: Hooks, Eyes, Buttons and Buttonholes

Frequently asked questions

How many chapters are there in NIOS 899 — Tailoring and Stitching Technology?

The NIOS 899 — Tailoring and Stitching Technology syllabus has 12 chapters, listed in full above. Cover the high-weightage chapters first using the exam pattern as a guide.

How do I know which NIOS 899 — Tailoring and Stitching Technology chapters carry the most marks?

Compare the chapter list above with the exam pattern and the last few years of question papers — the topics that appear most often and the units with the highest marks are where to focus first. Always confirm weightage against the official syllabus for your exam year.

Has the NIOS 899 — Tailoring and Stitching Technology syllabus changed this year?

Boards occasionally revise the syllabus or remove topics for a session. Always download the official syllabus for your exact exam year from the official NIOS portal rather than relying on an older copy or a social-media list.

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