
The FTII JET 2025 dates were announced by the Film and Television Institute of India on its official website. According to FTII JET exam schedule, the FTII JET Stage 1 exam was successfully conducted on July 27, 2025 and Stage 2 exams were conducted between September 26 and October 11, 2025. The institute declared the result for stage 1 on September 13 and second stage on October 24, 2025.
Applicants who registered themselves for FTII JET 2025 between June 15 and July 13, 2025 at university's official website and cleared both stages were eligible to pay the FTII JET Seat Acceptance Fee by November 10, 2025.
- FTII JET 2025 Exam Dates
- FTII JET 2025: List of Important Exam Events
- FTII JET 2025 Datesheet
- Where and How to Check FTII JET Dates 2025?
- FTII JET Exam Pattern 2025
- FAQs related to the FTII JET Exam Dates
FTII JET 2025 Exam Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of FTII JET 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Nov ' 25 | FTII JET 2025 Commencement of Classes |
| 10 Nov ' 25 | Last Date to Pay Seat Acceptance Fee (Extended) |
| 24 Oct ' 25 | FTII JET 2025 Revised Final Merit List |
FTII JET 2025: List of Important Exam Events
FTII JET Application Form: The FTII JET application form can be filled in online mode only. To appear for exam, candidates had to submit their FTII JET 2025 application form before July 13, 2025.
FTII JET Admit Card: The admit card for FTII JET 2025 were released on July 21, 2025. After downloading admit card, aspirants had to take a clear printout of their admit card. The FTII JET admit card mentions details like candidates' names, roll numbers, exam centre address, reporting time, exam start time, exam day instructions, etc.
FTII JET Exam 2025 was conducted on July 27, 2025. The FTII JET exam is conducted in two stages. The first stage have written test of 100 marks (Paper 1 MCQ, of 60 marks, Paper 2 subjective test of 40 marks), and second stage is a Mixed Format Assessment-Practical, Analytical, Performance & Interaction. The second stage was conducted between September 26 and October 11, 2025.
FTII JET Result 2025: The exam body announced FTII JET result Stage 1, Paper 1 on August 09, 2025, and Stage 1 Paper 1 & 2 result on September 13, 2025. The FTII JET final merit list was released on the official website.
Also read:
- How To Prepare For FTII JET: Prep Tips And Guidelines
- FTII JET Question Papers: Download Previous Year Sample Papers PDF
- FTII JET Syllabus: Check Subject/Section-wise JET Syllabus
Commonly asked questions
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- A Guidebook to Crack JET for Film & Television Institute of India (FTII) and Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI) - Rakesh Biswas
- FTII JET Entrance Mock Test - Fawo Books
- Being FTII: Perspectives on the Film and Television Institute of India - Roma Chatterjee and Amit Tyagi
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%.
FTII JET 2025 Datesheet
Film and Television Institute of India conducts FTII JET exams in two stages. Check here for FTII JET dates for Stage 1.
| Course | FTII JET Satge 1 Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| MFA in Cinema with specialization in Direction & Screenplay-writing | 27-Jul-2025 (Sunday) 10:00 AM to 12 Noon |
| MFA in Cinema with specialization in Cinematography | |
| MFA in Cinema with specialization in Editing | |
| MFA in Cinema with specialization in Sound Recording & Sound Design | |
| MFA in Cinema with specialization in Art Direction & Production Design | |
| MFA in Cinema with specialization in Screen Acting | |
| FTII JET Stage 1 Group B | |
| MFA in Cinema with specialization in Screenwriting (Film, TV & Web Series) | 27-Jul-2025 (Sunday) 02:30 PM to 04:30 PM |
| One Year Post Graduate Certificate in Television with Specialization in Direction |
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| One Year Post Graduate Certificate in Television with Specialization in Electronic Cinematography | |
| One Year Post Graduate Certificate in Television with Specialization in Video Editing | |
| One Year Post Graduate Certificate in Television with Specialization in Sound Recording & TV Engineering | |
Check out table for exam datesheet for FTII JET Entrance Exam Stage 2.
| FTII JET Stage 2 Exam Date | Course |
|---|---|
| 26-Sep-2025 to 30-Sep-2025 | Master of Fine Arts in Cinema with specialization in Cinematography |
| Master of Fine Arts in Cinema with specialization in Art Direction & Production Design | |
| Post Graduate Certificate Course in Television with specialization in Direction | |
| Post Graduate Certificate Course in Television with specialization in Video Editing | |
| Post Graduate Certificate Course in Television with specialization in Sound Recording & TV Engineering | |
| 15-Sep-2025 to 01-Oct-2025 | Master of Fine Arts in Cinema with specialization in Screenwriting |
| 04-Oct-2025 to 08-Oct-2025 | Master of Fine Arts in Cinema with specialization in Direction & Screenplay Writing |
| Master of Fine Arts in Cinema with specialization in Editing | |
| Master of Fine Arts in Cinema with specialization in Sound Recording & Sound Design | |
| Post Graduate Certificate Course in Television with specialization in Electronic Cinematography | |
| 06-Oct-2025 to 11-Oct-2025 | Master of Fine Arts in Cinema with specialization in Screen Acting |
Commonly asked questions
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.
The Paper-I of all the eligible appeared candidates is evaluated. On the basis of the performance in Paper-I, Paper-II (JET exam) is evaluated of only selected number of top scoring candidates (based on the respective category). The roll numbers of the candidates shortlisted for the evaluation of Paper-II, will be published on the website of JET. Further the shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview and orientation process.
Where and How to Check FTII JET Dates 2025?
The Film and Television Institute of India releases the exam dates for Stage 1 and Stage 2 of FTII JET exam on its official website. The FTII JET Stage 1 dates are mentioned in the FTII JET prospectus and the schedule for Stage 2 exam is released with the announcement of Stage 1 (Paper I & Paper II) results.
How to Check FTII JET Stage 1 Dates?
Follow this process to check FTII JET 2025 dates for Stage 1.
- Click on applyadmission.net/ftii2025/.
- Scroll down and open Admission Prospectus.
- Check prospectus PDF for FTII JET Stage 1 schedule for Group A and Group B.
Note - The FTII JET Stage 1 exam is conducted in two slots.
How to Check FTII JET Stage 2 Exam Dates?
Follow this process to check Stage 2 dates for FTII JET entrance exam.
- Click on ftii.ac.in/announcement.
- Navigate and click on Result of Stage-1 (Paper-I & Paper-II): List of Shortlisted candidates for Stage-2: Mixed Format Assessment.
- Open FTII JET Stage 2 Schedule PDF.
- Check exam dates and important note, and download dateshet PDF.
Note - FTII conducts Stage 2 (Screenwriting and Screen Acting) exam in multiple batches.
Commonly asked questions
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.
No, FTII does not offer undergraduate degree courses. They only offer postgraduate Diploma and certificate courses under their film wing and television wing. However, they do have one Undergraduate Certificate course in Animation & Visual Effects Design.
FTII JET Exam Pattern 2025
The FTII JET pattern for question paper is released by Film and Television Institute of India in its admission prospectus. Candidates seeking admission must check the exam pattern before preparing for the entrance exam.
FTII JET 2025 Pattern (Stage 1)
Check below table to know the FTII JET exam pattern for Stage 1.
| Particulars (Stage 1 Written Test) | Details |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Number of Questions | 30 |
| Total Marks | 60 |
| Marking Scheme | +2 for every correct answer -0.5 for every incorrect answer 0 for unattempted questions |
| Topics Covered | Allied Arts, Literature, General Knowledge & Awareness (Related to the Course Requriements) Questions from the Selected Area of Specialization |
| Paper 2 | Subjective |
| Question Type | Descriptive |
| Total Marks | 40 marks |
| Topics Covered | Discipline Related |
FTII JET Pattern 2025 (Stage 2)
Check below table to know the FTII JET exam pattern for Stage 2.
| Particulars (Stage 2) | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Mixed Format Assessment-Practical, Analytical, Performance & Interaction |
| Exam Format |
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| Exam Location | FTII Pune Campus |
Commonly asked questions
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.
To apply for the Film and Television of Institute of India Joint Entrance Test (FTII JET) candidates had to first visit the official website of FTII or SRFTI (Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute). On the homepage of these website, they had toi click on the apply online link for the Joint Entrance Test. Students had to then register first, fill in all their details and then pay the prescribed application fee to complete the application process. While filling the application form, they had to fill all their details carefully as these details are mentioned in the admit card and any mismatch in the information can lead to debar of the aspirants.
FAQs related to the FTII JET Exam Dates
Check here some FAQs related to the FTII JET exam dates:
Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
No, FTII doesn't offer any Master's courses. The Film and Television Instiute of India offers admission to only Postgraduate Diploma courses. Candidates should go through the prospectus before filling the Film and Television Institute of India Joint Entrance Test (FTII JET).
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.
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.
No, the Film and Television Institute of India will conduct the JET counseling session in person. Candidates will have to appear in person for the counseling round. During the counselling process, candidates will have to carry all their original documents as per their educational qualification and identity proofs.
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.
FTII JET Exam
Student Forum
Answered 6 days ago
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.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 6 days ago
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 r
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 6 days ago
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.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 6 days ago
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.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 6 days ago
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.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 6 days ago
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.
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Beginner-Level 5
Does FTII offers UG courses through FTII JET entrance exam?