FTII JET Application Form 2025 : JET Registration, Fees & Steps to Apply Online

Film and Television Institute of India Joint Entrance Test 2025 ( FTII JET )

Nupur Jain
Updated on Oct 15, 2025 16:10 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

FTII JET Application Form 2025: Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) started the FTII JET 2025 application process on June 15, 2025, at the official website, and candidates had to fill out the application form by July 13, 2025. The FTII JET exam date 2025 for Stage 2 is available. The FTII JET Stage 2 exams were conducted between September 26 and October 11, 2025.

Candidates can check the eligibility criteria for FTII JET 2025 and the application form to avoid disqualification during the admission process. There are various steps in the FTII JET application process, like providing personal details, uploading documents, providing academic details, selecting the course of choice and the payment of the application fee. Those who submit the form successfully are issued the FTII JET Admit Card. The test is followed by an interview/ audition round. 

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Table of content
  • FTII JET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
  • FTII JET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • How To Fill FTII JET 2025 Application Form?
  • FTII JET 2025 Application Fee
  • FTII JET Application Form - Points to Remember
  • FAQs on FTII JET Application Form 2025
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FTII JET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Before getting into the application process, let's take a look at the FTII JET Eligibility Criteria for the various courses offered through the test. The eligibility criteria are as follows:

  • Age Limit: A candidate must be over 21 years of age. No upper limit has been set for the age of the applicants. 
  • Nationality: There is no bar when it comes to nationality. People from anywhere from the world can apply for FTII JET.
  • Academic Qualifications: Specialisations offered require varying educational qualifications. You can find them in the table below.

Name of Specialization

Eligibility Criteria

Editing

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Sound recording and Sound Design

Bachelor's degree in any discipline with physics as a subject at senior secondary level 10+2

Art Direction and Production design

Bachelor’s degree in applied arts, architecture, sculpture, interior design, or related fields in fine arts or equivalent diploma in any of the above

Acting

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

Direction and Screen playwriting

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Cinematography

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Feature Film Screenplay Writing

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there any provision for re-evaluation of the FTII JET result?
A: 

No, there is no such provision for re-evaluation provided by the exam conducting authority for the FTII JET result. However, if candidates find any issue with their answer sheet they can request a review of their answer scripts within a specified time frame after the result declaration but the chances of redressal is very low.

Q:   What is the passing marks for FTII JET?
A: 

The minimum passing marks for the Film and Television Institute of India Joint Entrance Test varies, however, the minimum final cut-off marks to qualify for admission in FTII are: i) 50% for General category. ii) 45% for OBC NCL category. iii) 40% for SC/ST category.

FTII JET 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of FTII JET 2025 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
26 Sep ' 25 - 11 Oct ' 25

FTII JET 2025 (Stage 2) Exam

27 Jul ' 25

FTII JET 2025 (Stage 1)

21 Jul ' 25 - 26 Jul ' 25

FTII JET 2025 Admit Card Download

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How To Fill FTII JET 2025 Application Form?

The FTII JET 2025 application form has to be submitted at the official website only. The form can be accessed by creating a login ID. Check below the process of FTII JET 2025 registration. 

Step 1: Open the official FTII JET website.

Step 2: For basic registration, click on 'Fresh Candidate to create Log in' on the right side of the window and then fill in all the required fields: 
  • Candidate’s Name 
  • Date of Birth
  • Re-enter Date of Birth
  • Category [General/ General-EWS/ SC/ ST/ OBC (Non Creamy)].
  • Disability Information (if applicable).
  • Email Address
  • Re-enter Email Address
  • Password

Click on the submit button to complete the initial registration.

Step 3: Now, click on the "fill application" button to complete the application form.

Details that are to be entered will include 

  • Test Centre
  • Father's Name and Mother's Name
  • ID Proof Number
  • Gender
  • Nationality
  • Correspondence & Permanent Address

After entering personal details, click on "Fill Qualification Details and Other Details" After entering these details, click on the disclaimer check box and then click on the SAVE button. Post that page will be redirected to the next page.

Step 4: Upload the following documents. Then click on "Save and Continue"

  • Passport-size colour photograph (4.5 x 3.5 cm)
  • Signature
  • Academic certificates - Bachelor certificate/ final year mark sheet (only in PDF Format)
  • Category certificate
  • PH Certificate (If any)

Note: Without the photograph and signature, the application will be treated as incomplete and will straightaway stand rejected.

Step 5: Select the Courses. Payment will be based on the course selected. The choices will include 3 groups - A, B, and C. Courses in each group are mentioned below. 

GROUP A
Name of the Course Duration  Level of Course Course offered by
Art Direction & Production Design 3 Year  PG Diploma FTII*
Screen Acting 2 Year  PG Diploma FTII*
Screenwriting (Film, TV & Web Series) 2 Year  PG Diploma FTII
Animation Cinema 3 Year  PG Diploma SRFTI
Producing for Film &Television  3 Year  PG Diploma SRFTI
Electronic & Digital Media Management 2 Year  PG Diploma SRFTI
Animation & Visual Effects Design 3 Year  UG Certificate FTII
GROUP B
Direction & Screenplay writing 3 Year  PG Diploma FTII* & SRFTI
Cinematography 3 Year  PG Diploma FTII* & SRFTI
Editing 3 Year  PG Diploma FTII* & SRFTI
Sound Recording & Sound Design 3 Year  PG Diploma FTII* & SRFTI
GROUP C
Direction 1 Year PG Certificate FTII&
Direction & Producing for EDM  2 Year PG Diploma SRFTI
Electronic Cinematography 1 Year PG Certificate FTII&
Cinematography for EDM 2 Year PG Diploma SRFTI
Video Editing 1 Year PG Certificate FTII**
Editing for EDM 2 Year PG Diploma SRFTI
Sound Recording; Television Engineering 1 Year PG Certificate FTII&
Sound for EDM 2 Year PG Diploma SRFTI
Writing for EDM 2 Year PG Diploma SRFTI

* These courses are granted the equivalence of a Master's degree by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), Government of India. These courses are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi.

Step 6: Preview the details. Edit your application form if required. 

Step 7: Payment of FTII JET application fee

Step 8: Print your application for future reference. 

Read more:

How to prepare for FTII JET? Prep Tips and Guidelines

FTII JET Question Papers 2025

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I apply for more than one course at FTII?
A: 

Yes, candidates can apply for more than one course from each of the three groups on the FTII JET application form. However, candidates will have to pay the application fee for like wise as the FTII JET application fee for one course is INR 2,000/-, for two courses it is INR 3,000/- (2000 + 1000) and for three courses it is INR 4,000/- (2000 + 1000 + 1000).

Q:   Will I get a refund for the second application of FTII JET if I have already applied before?
A: 

No, under no circumstances the Film and Television Institute of India will issue a refund of the FTII JET application fee if candidates have already applied before. Application fee once paid can not be refunded, neither it can be adjusted into the course fee.

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FTII JET 2025 Application Fee

The JET registration fee can be paid using a debit card/ credit card only (modes of payment may have more options like UPI from this year onwards). In this table, you will find the category-wise and course-wise application fees for FTII JET. 

Courses Fee (General/OBC-NCL/GEN-EWS) Fee (SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates)
Any one course i.e. under group A/B/C INR 1500 INR 500
For two courses (one subject from each group) A*; B or B & C or C & A INR 2500 INR 800

Note: Please note that for the courses which are offered by both institutes, a candidate needs to pay the registration fee only once, and he/ she will be considered for admission to both Institutes. The fee paid will be non-refundable, non-transferable, non-adjustable, etc. under any circumstances. Bank charges for online transactions will have to be borne by the applicant.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the application fee for the General category for FTII JET?
A: 

As per the official information brochure of FTII JET, the application fee for General Category depends on how many courses one is applying. For one course the application fee is INR 2,000/-, for two courses it is INR 3,000/- (2000 + 1000) and for three courses it is INR 4,000/- (2000 + 1000 + 1000). There is also fee consession for candidates belonging from reserved category. From the following table, candidates can check the FTII JET application fee.

Courses

Fee (General Candidates)

Fee (SC/ST/PWD Candidates)

Female applicants across all categories

Any one course i.e. under group A/B/C

INR 2,000/-

INR 600/-

INR 600/-

For two courses (one subject from each group) A **amp; B or B & C or C & A

INR 3,000/-  (2,000 + 1,000)

INR 900/- (600 + 300)

INR 900/- (600 + 300)

Three courses (one subject from each group) A, B & C

INR 4000/- (2000 + 1000 + 1000)

INR 1200/- (600 + 300 + 300)

INR 1200/- (600 + 300 + 300)

Q:   How to prepare for the FTII examination?
A: 

Not just the FTII JET exam but to prepare for any highly competiive examination there are certain things that need to be taken care of, first is the syllabus and exam pattern. Candidates preparing for FTII JET need to refer to the official syllabus and exam pattern to understand the subjects, topics and sub-topics related to the exam. Once undetrstanding these things, it becomes imperative to check the previous year question paper to know the type of questions asked in the examination. This will help in getting to know the types of questions asked, paper pattern as well as difficulty level of the question paper.

Students should start making a preparation calendar and add all the important topics from the syllabus that they need to cover while preparing for the examination. They must focus more in revisions, previous year question papers etc.

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FTII JET Application Form - Points to Remember

Candidates must declare and maintain a valid and unique email account and a mobile phone number throughout the selection process. Also, they should track the JET website for updates. The participating institutes will not be responsible for any non-receipt of intimation to a candidate.

Read more:

FTII JET Pattern 2025

FTII JET Syllabus 2025

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I register on the FTII JET website and fill the exam application form later?
A: 

Yes, candidates can register for the FTII JET 2025 first and submit the application form later. However, they must ensure that they duly fill and submit their FTII JET application form before the last date of applications.

Q:   Can I change the exam centre after submitting the application form of FTII JET?
A: 

No, candidates can't change the exam centre after finally submitting the FTII JET application form. The test centre cannot be changed once candidates have filled it as there is no application correction window provided by the exam conducting authority. If candidate's want a change in the exam centre they will have to inform the exam conducting officials regarding this however, there the chances for the changes are slighter.

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FAQs on FTII JET Application Form 2025

Check out some more FAQs related to the FTII JET application form 2025 here.  

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Q:   What if I have not completed graduation by the time of FTII JET? Can I still apply?
A: 

If candidate has not completed their graduation or if they are awaiting their graduation results by the time of FTII JET exam, they can still take the test. However, they will have to submit the proof of their graduation qualification during the document verification process. If they fail to do so, their candidature will be rejected, no matter if they qualify in the test.

Q:   Can I pay the application fee online for FTII JET?
A: 

Yes, while filling the FTII JET application form 2025 if candidates want to submit their application fee in online mode, they can do the same by using their credit card/ debit card/ net banking or UPI. There no provision of submitting the FTII JET application fee through demand draft facility or through cheque or in the form of cash.

Q:   Will there be any provision to make corrections in the application form for FTII JET?
A: 

No, there will be no such provision to correct any mistakes or errors in the FTII JET application form 2025. Hence, candidates will have to check all the fields carefully and thoroughly before filling and submitting the FTII JET application form. The best way is to fill a rough application form in a blank sheet and then follow the process in the online application form.

Q:   When will the FTII JET application form release?
A: 

The FTII JET application form 2025 was released on June 15, 2025. Candidates who meet the minimum eligiblity criteria can fill the application form of FTII JET 2025 by visiting the official website ftii.ac.in. For successfull submission of the application form, aspirants will have to pay the application fee in online mode or through demand draft facility. Post successfull submission of the FTII JET 2025 application form, aspirants will be issued the admit card.

Q:   Will the application forms be available on the official website of FTII?
A: 

Yes, the FTII JET application form 2025 will be available on the official website. In order to apply for the admission to FTII and SRFTI, candidates will have to visit the official website of FTII at ftii.ac.in and fill in the application form in online mode and pay the application fee successfully in online mode (Debit/Credit card/UPI or Net Banking). Any offline means to pay the application fee like demand draft, cheque or cash is not acceptable.

Q:   Can the request for change of exam center be made after the release of the FTII JET admit card?
A: 

Once the application form is submitted, the candidate cannot change the exam center at any stage. The change of examination center will be entirely at the discretion of the exam conducting authority and the candidates will be liable to follow the instructions.

Q:   Which institutes can I get via JET exam?
A: 

On clearing the Joint Entrance Test (JET), students can get admission into Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) as well as the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute of India (SRFTI). These two premiere institutes are the conducting body of FTII JET as well. Candidates who qualify in this exam will be eligibile to take up film making related courses in either of the two institutes.

Q:   What documents should I carry to FTII JET exam centre?
A: 

You might already know that you have to carry your admit card to the FTII JET exam centre. You can take two copies just to be safe. Also, carry a government issued photo ID like your Aadhaar Card, PAN Card or Driver's License. And you can only take the test with a blue/ black ball point pen, so carry those.

Q:   What are the eligibility criteria if I want to take up sound engineering at FTII?
A: 

For sound engineering, candidate's need to have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with Physics as a subject at senior secondary (10+2) level also they will have to qualify in the written examination of the Joint Entrance Test (JET) of 3 hours duration for 100 marks, conducted at examination centres around the country.

Q:   Can I pay the FTII JET application fee offline?
A: 

No. The candidate can only make the payment of the application fee in online mode by debit card/credit card/UPI or Net Banking only. Remittance in cash, demand draft, postal order, cheque etc. is not accepted by the exam conducting authorities.

Q:   Will there be a separate application form for the SRFTI?
A: 

No, there will be no seperate application form for the SRFTII. Candidate only needs to visit the official website of FTII and fill in the application form of JET to apply for the courses offered by both the institutes (FTII and SRFTII). Candidate will have to select the institute and courses of interest while filling the application form.

Q:   What is the age limit for FTII JET?
A: 

To fill the application form of the Film and Television Institute of India Joint Entrance Test (FTII JET) examination. Candidates must be minimum 21 years of age. The minimum educational qualification required for candidates to apply for the FTII JET examination is graudation in any discipline. However, for candidates who want to apply for Art Direction and Production Design course they will have to have a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Arts, Architecture, Painting, Sculpture, Interior Design or related fields in Fine Arts.

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Answered 2 months ago

The Film and Television Institute of India has released the FTII JET 2025 Paper 1 result for Stage 1 Objective Test on the official website, on August 09, 2025. The institute is expected to release the FTII JET Paper 2 & overall Stage 1 result soon.

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Answered 2 months ago

The Film and Television Institute of India has declared the FTII JET 2025 Stage 1 Paper 1 Objective result on 09 August 2025. The FTII JET Stage 1 Paper 2 result will be declared soon.

Once the Stage 1 is complete and FTII JET Stage 2 is conducted successfully, the FTII JET Final Result 2025 will be

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, the FTII JET Admit Card 2025 has been released on JUly 21, 2025 at the official website of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). Candidates can download the hall ticket by entering any of the two fields from: online application number, date of birth, and email ID.

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