Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under its Centre for Open Learning (CFOL) initiative in association with Deviprasad Goenka Management College (DGMC) of Media Studies, S.V Road, Malad (West), Mumbai announces Basic Course in Acting from 01st to 08th June 2026 on their campus in Mumbai.
Following are the details in this regard;
(1) Course Name: Basic Course in Acting
(2) Dates: 01st to 08th June 2026 (Sunday Holiday)
(3) Timings: 10.30 am to 4 pm
(4) Total No. of seats: 25 (Course may not be conducted if there are less than 15 participants)
Out of 25 seats, 20 seats will be reserved for the students of DGMC and 05 seats for others, on First – Come – First – Serve basis. If seat in either case is vacant, the same will be offered to non-vacant side.
(5) Age: Participants must be 18 years or above in age as on 01st June. 2026
(6) Educational Qualification: HSC (12th pass). In exceptional cases, 10th pass may be considered
(7) Nationality: Indian
(8) Venue: Deviprasad Goenka Management College of Media Studies, S.V Road, Malad (W), Mumbai
(9) Course fee: Rs 9,000/- per participant (excluding meals) for the students of DGMC, Mumbai
Rs 12,000/- per participant (excluding meals) for others
Course fee is excluding breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea/ coffee, snacks etc.
Course fee of selected participants will be non-refundable, non-transferrable, non-adjustable, etc. under any circumstances. Course fee of all the non – selected participants will be refunded within 21 working days of the course commencement. Also, due to any other reason, if the course is cancelled by FTII, course fee will be refunded.
However, due to any reason, if the course is postponed OR cancelled by the organisers, course fee will be refunded.
(10) Last date to apply: By 6 pm, 20th May 2026.
(11) Course Director: Dr. Vineet Kumar
(12) Medium of Instructions: English and Hindi.
(13) Selection Criteria: First – Come – First – Served basis. Selected candidates would be communicated by email. List of the selected participants will be published on FTII website.
(14) Certificates: All participants would be given participation certificate on successful completion of the course which will carry logos of FTII and DGMC and will be jointly signed by FTII Director and the Course Director. Minimum 90% attendance is mandatory to get certificate.
(15) Queries: For any queries contact
1. Mr. Milind Joshi, Asst. Outreach Officer – 020 - 25580085, info(dot)cfol(at)ftii(dot)ac(dot)in
2. Future Story Cinelabs, Mumbai – Aashka (8451827677)
(16) Communication with participants: All communications with the participants will be carried out through email only. List of shortlisted participants will be published on FTII website and selection email will be sent to the selected participants on their registered email.
(17) Accommodation: Outstation participants may please note Future Story Cinelabs, Mumbai, will facilitate for accommodation in Mumbai. Please call Aashka (8451827677) for the same.
(18) Participants need to assure general decency, decorum etc. on the course campus. Failing to do so will lead to cancellation of admission without refunding course fee apart from taking internal disciplinary action and dealing the matter as per law of the land. All rights in this regard are reserved with FTII.
(19) How to apply:
1. Click on the following link: Apply Now
2. Fill-up the application form with requisite details and proceed for payment.
3. Make necessary payment of Rs 9,000/- or Rs 12,000/- as the case may be.
4. Once payment is done, please note "SBI collect Reference Number" (mentioned in payment confirmation receipt). This may be required for future reference.
5. If possible, digitally store the receipt of payment. This can be carried out in one of the following ways;
(i) by taking printout of receipt of payment, scan & save it
(ii) by taking screenshot of payment (if using mobile) or print screen (if using computer)
(iii) by simply taking a photograph from mobile
(iv) check your bank account to confirm whether money (course fee) has been deducted or not
(v) After a day or two, once again check to see whether money (course fee) has been refunded.
(vi) In case of refund, it is a transaction failure and if so, once again apply for the course afresh.
6. No document/ certificate related to educational qualification, age etc. is to be attached. Participants’ self – declaration in the application form is sufficient.
7. Terms & conditions: By agreeing to the terms & conditions in the application form, participants are confirming that they have read & understood the website advt. They are eligible to apply and fulfill all the requirements as stated in the advt. Also, it is presumed that participants will be staying and or attending the course at their own risk & cost and will not be held responsible for anything or matter of what-so-ever nature. Further, participants agree that decision of Director, FTII regarding admission to the course and its conduction in all respect will be final.
(20) About Course Director: Dr. Vineet Kumar
Actor Vineet Kumar is known for his impactful performances in Masaan (2015), Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi (2019), and Soch (2002). With his strong screen presence and deep understanding of character-driven storytelling, he brings real industry experience into the classroom, making the learning process both practical and inspiring.
(21) Course Overview
Begin your journey into the world of performance with FTII’s Basic Course in Acting — designed to introduce you to the core principles of acting through practical exercises, scene work, and performance techniques. Whether you're a beginner or exploring acting seriously, this course helps you understand expression, character, and on-screen presence from the ground up.
Introduce actors to the essential techniques required for performing in front of the camera. Unlike theatre, screen acting demands subtlety, realism, and technical awareness.
Understanding the difference between stage and screen acting. Developing natural, believable performances.
Building confidence in front of the camera learning basic film terminology. This would cover elements from method acting, Meisner and Chekov school of acting and also Natyashastra