Basic Course in AI in Film & Video Generation in Chandigarh (16 - 19 March 2026 )
Basic Course in AI in Film & Video Generation from 16th to 19th March 2026 in Chandigarh
Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under its Centre for Open Learning (CFOL) initiative announces Basic Course in AI in Film & Video Generation from 16th to 19th March 2026 in Chandigarh
Following are the details in this regard;
(1) Course Name: Basic Course in AI in Film & Video Generation
(2) Dates: 16th to 19th March 2026
(3) Timings: 10 am to 5 pm
(4) Total No. of participants: 25 (Course will be conducted only if min. strength of 15 is reached)
(5) Age: Participants must be 18 years or above in age as on 01st March 2026
(6) Educational Qualification: HSC (12th pass). In exceptional cases, 10th pass may be considered
(7) Nationality: Indian
(8) Venue: Sector 18, Chandigarh
(9) Per participant course fee: Rs 7,500/-
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, 16th Feb. 2026
(11) Course Director: Shri Prashaant C Raval
(12) Medium of Instructions: English and Hindi.
(13) Selection Criteria: First – Come – First – Serve 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 FTII logo 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
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Mr. Milind Joshi, Asst. Outreach Officer – 020 - 25580085, info(dot)cfol(at)ftii(dot)ac(dot)in
- Ankit Dahiya (9988322434 and vsprainc@gmail.com)
(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 will facilitate for accommodation in Chandigarh. Please contact Ankit Dahiya (9988322434 and vsprainc@gmail.com)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:
O1 AI in Filmmaking in Chandigarh
2. Fill-up the application form with requisite details and proceed for payment.
3. Make necessary payment of Rs 7,500/-
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) Course Director: Prashaant C Raval
An 18-year Animation & VFX expert and MBA in Marketing and Masters from University of Mumbai. An Autodesk & Adobe certified mentor who’s trained hundreds of students across universities, online programs, seminars, and webinars. With global project experience, he merges creativity with industry strategy to shape future-ready skills.
(21) Course Overview
– Use AI for ideation, visuals, characters, cinematic look, storyboarding, video, voice and music.
– Create high-quality films, ads, explainers and avatar content faster and at lower cost.
– Improve storytelling, pitches and presentation impact with AI-enhanced workflows.
– Gain a competitive edge with mastery over AI sound, music and lip-sync.
– Receive ready-to-use prompt eBooks and templates for instant application.