Madras Institute of Fashion Technology was established in 2000. The institute has established tie-ups with number of Universities, Research institutions and Garment industries. The Institute is recognized by University of Madras, Alagappa University (Karaikudi), TamilNadu Open University (Chennai), Bharathiar University (Coimbatore), Manonmaniam Sundaranar Univeristy (Tirunelveli), etc. The Institute is offering Diploma, Under Graduate and Post Graduate Fashion Courses in full time, part-time basis and Distance Mode. The college has been promoted by a group of eminent educationalist and industry professionals with a mission to transfer the career conscious youth into an employable candidate.