NFDC Film Appreciation course 2026 Eligibility, Selection Process, and Fee

NFDC Film Appreciation course 2026

The application form is open for pursuing short term course which is starting from June 1 and will continue 19 June offline mode at Pune. Candidates interested in pursuing this course can apply and pay the application fee.

Last Date to apply online: 30 April

You can check the details regarding eligibility, course fee, selection criteria mentioned in this article and apply accordingly.

NFDC Film Appreciation course 2026

• Duration & Location: 3 weeks full-time (June 1–19, 2026) in Pune.
• Organizers: National Film Archive of India (NFAI) and Film & Television Institute of India (FTII).
• Target Audience: Teachers/scholars, media practitioners, film society organizers, researchers, government officials, and serious cinephiles.
• Focus Areas:
  • Film art, history, and communication.
  • Concepts like time, space, mise-en-scène, genres, movements, image/sound aesthetics.
  • Intro to documentary history/aesthetics.
  • Analysis of Indian/international classics, shorts, fiction/non-fiction.
  • Modern trends: Independent films, OTT/digital streaming.
• Faculty: FTII core + eminent guests.
• Important Note: Purely theoretical—no production, scriptwriting, or hands-on practice.

Next Steps

Check the official FTII or NFAI websites (ftii.ac.in or nfaipune.gov.in) for application details, fees, eligibility, and deadlines—announcements like this often go live soon after promotion. Pune’s a great spot for film enthusiasts, with FTII’s campus adding prestige.

NFDC Film Appreciation Course Essential Logistics

• Dates: June 1–19, 2026 (weekdays only; excludes weekends).
• Timing: 9:30 AM–8:30 PM daily, including film screenings.
• Venue: FTII-NFDC (NFAI), Phase II, Near Doordarshan Kendra, Rambaug Colony, Kothrud, Pune.
• Language: Primarily English.

Eligibility for NFDC Film Appreciation Course 2026

• Age: Minimum 21 years as of January 1, 2026.
• Education: Graduation required (HSC/12th pass considered in exceptional cases).

Application Process

1. Download/fill the form from FTII/NFAI sites (ftii.ac.in or nfaipune.gov.in).
2. Pay non-refundable fee of ₹1,000 via SBI Payment Collect Portal (online transfer).
3. Submit by April 30, 2026, 6 PM IST—late apps rejected.

This intensive program is perfect for building film analysis expertise without production focus. Pune’s FTII campus makes it accessible for educators or cinephiles nationwide.

Application form link

Apply through this link

Screening Criteria

Applications screened on:

• Demonstrated interest in film/moving images.
• Formal education in film/media studies.
• Research (doctoral/post-doctoral) in films/media.
• Professionals/officials working with film/media duties.
• Filmmakers/cine technicians across India.
• Cinephiles, film society/club members.

Selection & Fees for NFDC Film Appreciation course 2026

• Process: FTII reviews apps, scrutiny committee evaluates. Shortlisted candidates get email with fee details. Final list published ~2 weeks post-deadline.
• Course Fee: ₹16,000 (paid online via SBI Collect to FTII account after shortlisting).
• App Fee Reminder: ₹1,000 non-refundable (required for complete app).

Accommodation (Optional)

• Self-arrange food/accommodation, but limited triple-sharing (30–40 spots) available.
• Priority: Differently-abled, women, outstation participants (first-come, first-served).
• Cost: ₹6,000 per person.
• Request: Email within 3 days of shortlisting.
• Check-in/out: May 31 (noon), June 20 (noon).

Participant Limits

• Min 30, max ~60 (local + outstation).
• Course may cancel if under 30.

Here’s the final set of details to complete your guide to the FTII-NFAI Film Appreciation Course 2026—payment instructions, certificates, rules, and contacts. Deadline is April 30, so prioritize if applying!

NFDC Film Appreciation course Fee payment process

SBI Payment Steps (₹1,000 App Fee / ₹16,000 Course / ₹6,000 Accomm.)

1. Visit https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm or www.onlinesbi.com > SB Collect.
2. Select “Educational Institutions” > Find “FTII Fees Account” > Submit.
3. Choose category: “Application Fee Summer Film Appreciation C. 2026” / “Course Fee- Summer Film Appreciation Course 2026” / “Accommodation Fee – Summer Film Appreciation Course 2026”.
4. Fill details, pay, note SBI Collect Reference Number from receipt.
5. Save receipt (scan/printout, screenshot, or photo).

Certificates & Attendance

• Issued on successful completion.
• Requires 90%+ attendance (lectures + screenings).
• FTII/NFAI decision final.

Key Terms & Conditions

• Agree via app form: Confirm eligibility, read ad, follow rules.
• Maintain discipline; follow coordinator/speakers/FTII/NFAI instructions.
• Violations may lead to expulsion + fee forfeiture (VC’s decision final).

Contact for Queries

• Email: screen.studies@ftii.ac.in
• Phone: 020-25580083/84 (11 AM–4 PM, Mon–Fri, no holidays/weekends).

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