Film and Television Institute of India, Pune - Courses Offered List 2025

FTII and Maharashtra Film, Stage & Cultural Development Corporation Ltd. Sign MoU to Expand Film and Media Training - The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, and the Maharashtra Film, Stage & Cultural Development Corporation Limited (MFSCDCL), Mumbai, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on July 21, 2025, to advance skill development in the film and media sectors across Maharashtra. This collaboration aims to conduct and promote short-term courses in filmmaking, television production, and allied technical fields, providing structured training and certification programs to talented content creators from across Maharashtra. The initiative is expected to unlock employment opportunities and promote Maharashtra’s iconic filming locations, particularly benefiting students from rural areas. The MoU was signed in the presence of key officials, including the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, and reflects a strategic effort to integrate FTII’s academic expertise with MFSCDCL’s infrastructure and outreach capabilities.

Tender Announcement for Wireless Transmission System Procurement - The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) announces the procurement of a Wireless Transmission System for monitoring, including all necessary licenses and accessories. Interested parties can submit their bids online until July 30, 2025, by 3 PM. The bids will be opened on the same day at 3:30 PM. For more details, please refer to Tender No: GEM/2025/B/6404221.

Foundation Course in Screen Acting at Mewar University - The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, in collaboration with Mewar University, announces the Foundation Course in Screen Acting from 18 August to 11 October 2025. The course will be held at Maharana Pratap Hall, Mewar University Campus, Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The course is designed for participants aged 18 and above, with a maximum of 24 participants accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The course fee is Rs 55,000, which is non-refundable and non-transferable. Participants will receive a participation certificate upon successful completion of the course, with a minimum attendance of 90% required. Limited hostel accommodation is available for outstation participants at Rs 150 per day. For more details, please contact the course director or the outreach officer at FTII.

Online Course – Fundamentals of Film Direction - The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, announces an Online Course on Fundamentals of Film Direction scheduled from 28 July to 01 August 2025. This course is designed for participants with little or no filmmaking experience and aims to develop a basic understanding of the art and craft of Film Direction. The course will cover various aspects of cinema, including the language of cinema, film narrative, and the role of the film director. The course will be conducted via Google Classroom and Google Meet, with sessions running from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM IST. The course fee is Rs 3,900 for Indian nationals and Rs 11,700 for foreigners. Applications must be submitted by 30 June 2025, and selection will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants must meet certain technical requirements to attend the online classes. For more details and to apply, visit the FTII website.

Basic Course in the Art of Screenwriting - Online - The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under the 'Centre for Open Learning' (CFOL) program, announces the 'Basic Course in the Art of Screenwriting' (Online) from 14-25 July 2025. This course is designed for aspiring writers looking to craft compelling cinematic stories for feature films. The course will cover foundations of cinematic storytelling, character development, story structure, world-building, and writing authentic dialogue. Participants will engage in hands-on workshops and receive feedback from mentors. The course will be conducted online via Google Classroom and Google Meet, with a maximum of 24 participants. The course fee is Rs 14,000 for participants from India and Rs 42,000 for international participants. Applications must be submitted by 30 June 2025, and selection will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Basic Course in AI to Generative AI: Ethical Content Creation for Teens - The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under the Centre For Open Learning (CFOL) and Vijay Tendulkar Writers’ Academy (VTWA), announces an online course titled 'Basic Course in AI to Generative AI: Ethical Content Creation for Teens'. This course will take place from 23 to 26 June 2025, with sessions scheduled from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM. The course is designed for participants aged between 13 and 18 years, focusing on foundational concepts of AI and ethical responsibilities in content creation. The course fee is Rs 5,000 for Indian nationals and Rs 15,000 for foreign participants. Applications must be submitted by 10th June 2025, and selection will be based on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants will receive e-certificates upon successful completion of the course.