How hard is it to crack FTII JET?

It is a bit tough to crack the FTII JET exam because FTII is the premier film making school in India and aspirants from all over India apply for this coveted exam making the competition a bit tough. To pass through the competition candidates will have to make a proper exam strategy and allot equal time to covering the whole syllabus, solving the question papers and leave good time for revision. In the FTII JET exam students will be judged on their intellectual skills, general studies, English, general knowledge and the prescribed syllabus.

What types of questions are asked in the FTII JET exam?

The FTII JET Stage 1 exam has two papers. Paper 1 includes multiple choice question and paper 2 includes descriptive questions. In second part of FTII JET Satge 1 question paper, candidates will have to answer questions in short notes and describe the given sketches and photographs.

Where can I find the list of exam centres for FTII JET entrance exam?

The Film and Television Institute of India shares the list of exam cities for written test in the FTII JET admission prospectus. The detailed address of the exam centre will be mentioned in the admit card of applicants.

I am 18 years old. Can I apply for FTII JET entrance exam?

The Film and Television Institute of India lays down the age limit for admission to offered courses through FTII JET entrance exam in its admission prospectus. An 18 year old student is not eligible to apply for FTII JET exam. The minimum age requirement for the exam is 21 years.

How much to score to qualify the FTII entrance exam?

There is a cut off which is defined after the exam is conducted. The FTII JET cut off is defined based on various factors such as the exam's difficulty level, total number of applicants who appeared in the exam and the shifts under which the exam is conducted. Candidates who score equal to or more than the FTII JET cut off will qualify in the exam. As far as the minimum passing marks of FTII JET varies, the minimum final cut-off marks to qualify for admission in FTII for General Category is 50% for General category while that for OBC NCL category is 45%.

Does FTII offer Masters courses?

Yes, the Film and Television Insitute of India also offers admission to master's in Film Wing, i.e., MFA in Cinema in multiple specialzations through FTII JET entrance exam. Check below to know each specialization. MFA in Cinema in Direction & Screenplay Writing MFA in Cinema in Cinematography MFA in Cinema in Editing MFA in Cinema in Sound Recording & Sound Design MFA in Cinema in Art Direction & Production Design MFA in Cinema in Screen Acting MFA in Cinema in Screen Writing (Film, TV & Web Series)

What after the FTII JET?

Candidates who qualify in the Film and Television Institute of India Joint Entrance Test will be called for the orientation and interview process or audition round (for screen acting). Candidates will be shortlisted for the second round based on the scores secured in the entrance test. After that the final result will be released. Once the results are declared, candidates will be then alloted the course as per their interest and ranks.

Can I pay FTII JET application fee in cash?

No, as application form for FTII JET entrance exam is released in online form an applicant cannot pay the fee in cash. The online form fee for FTII JET exam can be paid via credit cards, debit cards, or UPI.

What details are mentioned in the FTII JET result?

The FTII JET result mentions these details. Candidate's Name Candidate's Roll Number Category FTII JET Final Score (Stage 1 + 2) Link to Pay Seat Acceptance Fee Important Instructions Students with their names in the merit list are eligible to participate in futher admission process of FTII.

What happens after the declaration of the FTII JET result?

After the FTII JET result is declared, candidates who qualified in the test will be called for the further rounds of selection which is interview or audition depending upon which course they have applied for. There will no seperate admit card be released for the interview or the audition round hence candidates are advised to keep their written test admit card safe.

In how many cities does FTII conducts the FTII JET entrance exam?

According to previous year's prospectus released by FTII, the FTII JET entrance exam is conducted in 26 cities. The names of exam cities are shared by the institute in its admission prospectus. But, students must note that this number may or may not change for every admissio cycle.

Is the eligibility criteria for FTII JET entrance exam for all courses same?

No, the FTII JET eligibility criteria for some courses is different than the others. Aspirants wanting to get admission at Film and Television Institute of India must check the eligibility requirements for their target course before filling and submitting FTII JET application form. The criteria is released by FTII in its admission prospectus.

Does FTII offers UG courses through FTII JET entrance exam?

No, FTII only offers admission to PG diploma, MFA degrees and Certificate courses through FTII JET entrance exam. Candidates wanting to get admission to Film and Television related courses at Film and Television Institute of India can check the list of course specializations offered on Shiksha page.

How can I check my FTII JET result?

The FTII JET result is made available on the official website. Candidates who appear for the FTII JET entrance exam can check the merit list at ftii.ac.in/announcement. Candidates who qualify in the FTII JET exam as per the result are eligibile to appear in the interview/audition round.

What is the validity of FTII JET scorecard?

FTII scorecards are only valid until the admissions for the same academic year are finalised. Potential students may be asked to produce their FTII JET scorecards during counselling and document verification process preceeding the final allotment of seats to the students' chosen programmes.

Is FTII entrance exam difficult?

The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) exam is one of the most popular Film and TV exams in India. Every year lots of students apply for the this coveted exam to make a career in the glorious industry of television and media. It is indeed a tough exam but not tougher as compared to other popular government competitive examinations. As per past year analysis, the difficulty level of the FTII JET exam is moderate level. If aspirants prepare well for the exam, they can easily qualify it.

What is the marking scheme of FTII JET?

FTII JET entrance exam is conducted in 2 stages. Stage 1 icludes Paper 1 (MCQs) and Paper 2 (Descriptive). FTII releases marking scheme for Stage 1 Paper 1 exam only. Check below for FTII JET marking scheme for Paper 1. +2 for every correct answer -0.5 for every incorrect answer 0 for unattempted questions

Which institutes can I get via JET exam?

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.

What type of courses are offered through FTII JET?

The Film and Television Institute of India offers admission in MFA and certificate courses in the Film and TV wing. The admission is given based on FTII JET entrance exam scores. Along with FTII, the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute also offers the courses related to Film and TV.

For the Acting course, will have to give an audition?

Yes, after qualifying in the exam as per the FTII JET result. Ccandidate's will be called for a Personal Interview and there they will also have to give an audition. Students final selection into the FTII JET acting course will be based on their performance in the entrance exam marks, interview and audition. Hence audition plays an important role in their selection.

Will I be notified when the JET results are declared?

No. Students will not be notified personally regarding the FTII JET result 2025 declaration through SMS/Email or any other medium. They will have to log in to the official website to check the FTII JET result, merit list and scorecard. To keep track of the latest development related to the FTII JET results, students must save this page shiksha.com/mass-communication-media/film-tv/ftii-jet-exam-results and keep following as the results can be declared soon.

Is there any provision for re-evaluation of the FTII JET result?

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.

What is the passing marks for FTII JET?

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 as follows. 50% for General category. 45% for OBC NCL category. 40% for SC/ST category.

FTII JET Cut off 2025 (OUT): Download Category-wise Cut Off PDF and Individual Scores

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Updated on Jan 9, 2026 12:19 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

FTII JET 2025 Cutoff has been released by Film and Television Institute of India at official website. The cut off list includes category wise cut off marks of each course in FTII JET Paper 1 and Stage 1 exam. Candidates can download the FTII JET Cut Off PDF at ftii.ac.in/announcement. FTII has also released a Google Form link for candidates to check their individual scores in FTII JET entrance exam Paper 1, Paper 2, and Stage 2 exam. They can also know their document verification status for admission cycle 2025.

The FTII JET result was released by the institute on October 17, 2026. Those who had their names in the merit list had to confirm their admission by paying the Seat Acceptance Fee of INR 50,000 via the online SBI-Collect Portal by November 10, 2025. Read on to learn more about FTII JET cutoff marks.

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