FTII JET 2026 Final Result Released: Seat Acceptance Fee Due November 19
Published 5 Nov 20264 min read
The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) has released the final result for its 2025–26 entrance admission process. Candidates selected in the final merit list must pay the seat acceptance fee by November 19, 2026, to confirm their offered seat. Failure to pay within the deadline will result in forfeiture of the seat, which will then be offered to the next eligible candidate on the merit list.
The final result incorporates combined scores from Stage 1 (written test) and Stage 2 (practice assessment/interview) of the FTII Joint Entrance Test (JET) 2026. Selected candidates can check the course-wise merit list on the official FTII announcement page at ftii.ac.in/announcement .
FTII JET 2026 Final Result: Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Final Result Released | November 4, 2026 |
| Seat Acceptance Fee Deadline | November 19, 2026 |
| Payment Portal | SB Collect (onlinesbi.sbi.bank.in) |
Source: FTII official notification as reported by Unilist
How to Check FTII JET 2026 Final Merit List
Candidates who appeared for Stage 2 can check their selection status by following these steps:
- Visit ftii.ac.in/announcement
- Look for the link titled "Revised Final Merit List for FTII Entrance Test 2026-27" or similar
- Click on the result link for your specific course
- The merit list will open as a PDF
- Use Ctrl + F to search for your name or roll number
- Download and save the PDF for future reference
The final merit list includes the combined Stage 1 and Stage 2 scores. Candidates should verify their name, roll number, category, final score, and any further admission instructions before proceeding to payment .
Seat Acceptance Fee Structure
The seat acceptance fee varies by category and hostel requirement:
| Candidate Category | Seat Acceptance Fee |
|---|---|
| General and other categories (except ST) | ₹50,000 |
| ST (with hostel) | ₹35,919 |
| ST (without hostel) | ₹30,963 |
Source: FTII official notification as reported by Unilist
Important: The seat acceptance fee is later deducted from the candidate's course fee if admission is confirmed at FTII. It is not an additional charge .
How to Pay the Seat Acceptance Fee via SB Collect
Payment is processed online through the State Bank of India's SB Collect facility. Follow these steps:
- Visit the SB Collect portal at onlinesbi.sbi.bank.in/sbicollect
- Enter "FTII FEES ACCOUNT" in the search bar
- Select "FTII JET 2026-2027 Seat Acceptance Fee" under the category
- Enter the required details:
- First, middle, and last name
- Date of birth
- Email ID
- Mobile number
- Roll number
- Captcha
- Click "Next"
- Complete the payment and download the receipt for future reference
Candidates should select the payment option applicable to their category and hostel requirement. Separate payment links are provided on the official website for different applicant categories .
What Happens If You Miss the November 19 Deadline
The deadline is firm and non-negotiable. Candidates who fail to remit the seat acceptance fee by November 19, 2026, will:
Forfeit their claim to the offered seat
Not be considered for any subsequent seat allocation rounds for their course, if conducted
Have their seat offered to the next eligible candidate on the merit list under the admission rules
There is no provision for late payment. Candidates are advised to complete the payment well before the deadline to avoid technical delays or loss of their admission offer .
What's Next After Fee Payment
After successful payment of the seat acceptance fee, candidates will receive further instructions from FTII regarding document verification and admission formalities. Candidates should monitor ftii.ac.in/announcement for updates on the admission schedule and any additional requirements.