The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) has opened the registration window for the FTII Joint Entrance Test (JET) 2026. Candidates interested in pursuing film, television, and media courses can submit their application forms online through the official portal. The last date to apply for FTII JET 2026 is 07 April 2026. Applicants must complete the registration and fee payment before the deadline to be eligible for the entrance examination.
FTII JET 2026 Important Dates and Application Timeline
Candidates planning to apply for admission through the entrance exam should carefully note the key dates released by the institute. The important schedule for FTII JET 2026 includes:
- Application Start Date: March 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 07 April 2026
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
- Entrance Examination: Expected in 2026 admission cycle
Applicants are advised to submit their forms well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Courses Offered Through FTII JET 2026
The entrance examination provides admission to several specialised programmes in film and television production. Some of the major programmes available through FTII admission include:
- Direction and Screenplay Writing
- Cinematography
- Editing
- Sound Recording and Sound Design
- Art Direction and Production Design
- Screen Acting
- Screenwriting for Film, TV and Web Series
Successful candidates will be admitted to courses offered by the Film and Television Institute of India and the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute.
Eligibility Criteria for FTII JET 2026
Candidates must meet certain academic and age requirements to apply for the entrance examination. The basic eligibility conditions include:
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university
- Minimum Age Requirement: 21 years at the time of admission
- Final-year undergraduate students may also apply, but must provide proof of graduation during admission.
Some specialised courses may require additional academic backgrounds depending on the programme.
Selection Process for FTII Admission
Admission to FTII programmes involves multiple stages to assess candidates’ aptitude and creative ability. The selection process typically includes:
- Joint Entrance Test (JET) written examination
- Orientation and interview rounds
- Preparation of a final merit list based on performance in all stages
The final admission decision is based on candidates’ performance in the entrance exam and subsequent evaluation rounds.
About FTII JET Entrance Examination
The FTII Joint Entrance Test is a national-level entrance exam conducted annually for admission to postgraduate diploma and certificate programmes in film and television studies. The exam assesses candidates on areas such as:
- Creativity and visual aptitude
- General awareness related to cinema and media
- Analytical and storytelling skills
Candidates qualifying in the entrance exam will proceed to the next stages of the admission process, leading to final selection for FTII’s specialised film and television courses.