FTII JET 2026 Preparation Tips for Stage 2: Study-Plan, Pattern & Syllabus

Students preparing for FTII JET stage 2 exam for admission to postgraduate and PG certificate courses in Film and TV wing must check this page to get preparation strategy. Find FTII JET Stage 2 exam pattern and syllabus to cover.

FTII JET Stage 2 Preparation Tips

How to Prepare for FTII JET Stage 2? The second stage of FTII JET exam is a Mixed Format Assessment. For this stage, selected students from FTII JET stage 1 are called at FTII, Pune Campus for interview round. Stage 2 includes Screen Acting and Screenwriting. It tests students based on their practical and analytical skills, performance and interaction. There is no ideal start time for FTII JET Stage 2 preparation, as some might take more time than others to improve their skills required for this exam. FTII JET 2026 exam will likely be conducted in July 2026. Candidates who will be selected in both stages will be able to participate in further selection process of FTII JET.

FTII JET Stage 2 Overview

Before diving into FTII JET preparation strategy for Stage 2, let’s first understand what entails this stage.

FTII JET Stage 2 Exam Pattern

Refer to the table below to know FTII JET exam pattern for Stage 2 exam.

FTII JET Stage 2 Syllabus

There is no fixed FTII JET syllabus for Stage 2. It includes an interview where the judging panel tests a student's suitability for the selected course. The interview usually includes Screen Acting and Screenwriting based tasks.

Check Out: List of Documents Required for FTII JET Application Form 2026

FTII JET Stage 2 Preparation Tips

To prepare and score well in FTII JET stage 2 exam, candidates must keep below points in mind.

• Understand the format and pattern for Stage 2 exam.
• Talk to alumni or students who took FTII JET stage 2 last year to get an idea of the interview.
• Hold mock auditions and interviews with your peers.
• Perform full mock Stage 2 simulation and time yourself.
• Get feedback from peers or seniors and work diligently on them.
• Be your best self and show your creativity.

Preparation Tips for Screen Acting

• Practice monologues and scenes in Hindi, English or other regional languages.
• Record yourself to determine areas requiring improvement.
• Work on voice modulation and diction.
• Do daily warm-ups and mirror exercises.
• Learn about different acting methods.
• Practice improvisation.

Preparation Tips for Screenwriting

• Write short stories or scripts regularly with different formats and genres.
• Show your work to your mentors or peers to get feedback.
• Watch films and analyze how scenes work.
• Practice writing scripts or stories under time limit.

Preparation Tips for Technical & Other Specializations

• For offered courses in specializations such as editing, cinematography, sound design, and so on, practice relevant techniques and software.
• Practice framing exercises, basic editing work, shot lists, sound listening exercies, etc.
• Prepare a portfolio, presenting personal work, such as short clips, edits, storyboards, etc.

Preparation Tips for Interaction/Interview

• Prepare answers for basic interview questions like, Why this course, Who influenced your decision, What is your creative process, etc.
• Practice speaking clearly and fluently.
• Prepare a list of film recommendations and what they have taught you or what you would do differently.
• Be calm and composed during interaction.
• Don't be overconfident.

About FTII JET Exam

FTII JET is a national level entrance exam, conducted by Film and Television Institute of India for admission to postgraduate, and postgraduate diploma and certificate courses at FTII, Pune and SRFTI, Kolkata based on JET scores. With FTII JET scores, candidates can get admission to courses in Film and TV Wing. The FTII JET 2026 exam is expected to be conducted in July 2026 for stage 1 and September 2026 for Stage 2. The result for stage 1 is released soon after the exam is conducted. Only candidates with their names in FTII JET merit list for first stage are eligible to appear for FTII JET stage 2 exam.

FTII JET Stage 1 result carries 30% weightage and Stage 2 carries 70% weightage on the overall result of a candidate.

Courses Offered Through FTII JET

Candidates can get admission to following courses through FTII JET after they pass Stage 1 and Stage 2.

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FTII JET Paper 1 Subjects

FTII JET Eligibility Criteria