Every student who registered for FTII Entrance Test 2025-26 must appear for the re-examination on July 12, 2026 — no fresh registration or additional fee is required.

The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) cancelled the written test originally held on April 26, 2026 after a major operational disruption at the Delhi examination centre and broader concerns about the fairness and integrity of the process. FTII issued a re-examination notice on April 30, 2026, initially scheduling the re-test for June 22. The date was subsequently extended, and the re-exam is now confirmed for July 12, 2026 across 28 cities in offline mode. The admit card will be released on June 25, 2026.

  • Re-exam date: July 12, 2026 — offline, pen-and-paper test, 28 cities across India
  • Admit card release: June 25, 2026 — download from ftii.ac.in using your Application Number and Date of Birth
  • All registered students are eligible — original registration remains valid; no re-registration or extra fee needed
  • Original exam (April 26, 2026) was cancelled due to Delhi centre disruption and integrity concerns
  • Re-exam date was first set for June 22, 2026, then extended to July 12 via a May 22 notice
Direct Link: FTII Entrance Test 2025-26 Re-Exam Official Notice (OUT)ftii.ac.in

Why is the FTII ET 2025-26 Re-Exam Being Held?

FTII conducted the written Stage 1 test for the 2025-26 batch on April 26, 2026. The examination was cancelled at the Delhi centre after a major operational disruption, and a review of other centres raised concerns about the overall fairness and integrity of the process. FTII took the decision to re-conduct the full examination for all papers and all students at the national level.

The re-exam ensures a uniform and credible assessment for students applying to FTII’s courses in film direction, editing, cinematography, sound recording, screenplay writing, and other disciplines. The original re-exam date of June 22, 2026 was further extended to July 12, 2026 to allow adequate preparation time and logistics.


Which Students Must Appear for the July 12 Re-Exam?

All students who registered for FTII Entrance Test 2025-26 must appear for the re-examination on July 12, 2026. This covers every course and every centre — there are no exempt categories. Students who sat the April 26 exam and students at the Delhi centre where the exam was cancelled are all required to appear.

Aspect Details
Who must appear All registered FTII ET 2025-26 students
Fresh registration required No — original registration remains valid
Additional fee required No
Students from Delhi centre (April 26 exam cancelled) Must appear — no special separate process
Exam mode Offline (pen-and-paper)
Number of exam cities 28 cities across India

FTII has confirmed that students do not need to complete any additional formalities. Your application and registration details carry forward automatically to the July 12 re-exam.


FTII ET 2025-26 Re-Exam Important Dates

Mark these dates carefully. The admit card and exam date are fixed — missing either will mean missing the re-exam.

Event Date
Original exam held (subsequently cancelled) April 26, 2026
Re-examination notice issued by FTII April 30, 2026
Initial re-exam date announced June 22, 2026
Date extension notice issued May 22, 2026
Re-exam admit card release June 25, 2026
FTII ET 2025-26 Re-Examination July 12, 2026

How to Download the FTII ET Re-Exam Admit Card

The FTII ET 2025-26 re-exam admit card will be available from June 25, 2026 at ftii.ac.in. Students must download and print their admit card — no hall ticket will be sent by post. Follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official FTII website at ftii.ac.in.
  2. Go to the Admissions section and click the FTII ET 2025-26 re-exam admit card link.
  3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
  4. Click Submit to view your admit card on screen.
  5. Download the admit card and take at least two printouts — one for the examination hall and one as a backup.
  6. Check all details: your name, roll number, exam centre address, and reporting time. Contact FTII immediately if anything is incorrect.

Students who wish to change their exam city should check the official FTII website for the city-change window and deadlines.


What to Carry on FTII ET Re-Exam Day

You will not be allowed to enter the examination hall without the admit card and a valid photo ID. Carry the following items to your centre on July 12:

  • Printed admit card — downloaded from ftii.ac.in (mandatory)
  • One original valid photo ID — Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, driving licence, or voter ID
  • A blue or black ball-point pen — the test is offline (pen-and-paper)
  • A passport-size photograph matching the one submitted in your application form

Do not carry electronic devices, calculators, mobile phones, or study material to the exam centre. FTII enforces strict examination-hall discipline and any violation may result in cancellation of your admission process.

FTII Entrance Test 2025-26 Re-Exam FAQs

Ques. Why is the FTII Entrance Test 2025-26 being re-conducted?

Ans. The original written test held on April 26, 2026 was cancelled after a major disruption at the Delhi examination centre. FTII reviewed the conduct of the exam at all centres, found concerns about fairness and integrity, and decided to re-conduct the full test for all students at the national level.

Ques. Do I need to register again or pay a fee for the FTII ET re-exam?

Ans. No. All students who originally registered for FTII Entrance Test 2025-26 are automatically eligible for the July 12 re-exam. No fresh registration, application, or additional fee is required. Your existing registration carries forward.

Ques. When will the FTII ET 2025-26 re-exam admit card be released?

Ans. The re-exam admit card will be available from June 25, 2026 on ftii.ac.in. Download it by entering your Application Number and Date of Birth on the official portal.

Ques. Why was the original June 22 re-exam date changed to July 12?

Ans. FTII issued a notice on May 22, 2026 extending the re-exam date from June 22 to July 12, 2026. The extension provides additional time for logistical arrangements across 28 exam cities nationwide.

Ques. In how many cities will the July 12 FTII ET re-exam be conducted?

Ans. The FTII Entrance Test 2025-26 re-examination will be held across 28 cities in India in offline (pen-and-paper) mode on July 12, 2026.

Ques. What should I do if my admit card details are incorrect?

Ans. If any detail on your re-exam admit card — such as your name, roll number, or exam centre — is incorrect, contact FTII through the official contact details available on ftii.ac.in before the exam date. Do not wait until the day of the exam to raise corrections.