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The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), located in Pune, Maharashtra, is a premier national institute for filmmaking and television production. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of FTII:
- Established in 1961 under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.
- Offers prestigious post-graduate diploma and certificate courses in various aspects of filmmaking and television.
- Renowned for its rigorous training and faculty of accomplished filmmakers and professionals.
- Alumni include many prominent figures in Indian cinema and television.
FTII Admission
Courses Offered
FTII offers a variety of post-graduate programs through entrance exams:
- Diploma Courses (2 years):
- Direction
- Acting
- Cinematography
- Editing
- Sound Recording
- Screenwriting
- Art Direction
- Certificate Courses (1 year): (Open to self-sponsored foreign nationals only)
- Direction
- Electronic Cinematography
- Video Editing
- Sound Recording and Television Engineering
Eligibility for Admission
- Basic Requirement: A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Entrance Exam: FTII conducts its own national-level entrance exam, the Joint Entrance Test (JET), for admission to all its diploma courses.
- Age Limit: An upper age limit might exist for some programs. Check the FTII prospectus for details.
Admission Process
The admission process is highly competitive and involves:
- Online Application: Submitting an application form through the FTII website (https://www.ftii.ac.in/) during the application window.
- Joint Entrance Test (JET): Appearing for the written test conducted by FTII across various centers in India. The JET tests knowledge of cinema, television, general awareness, and basic skills required for filmmaking.
- Orientation/Interview (Shortlisted Candidates): Shortlisted candidates based on JET scores are called for orientation programs and interviews to assess their aptitude and suitability for the chosen specialization.
- Final Selection: Based on a combination of JET scores, performance in orientation/interview, and other relevant factors.
Contact Details
- Phone Number: (020) 2558 0000 (FTII)
- Website: https://www.ftii.ac.in/