Padarpan Films and Theatre Institute (PFTI) is a private performing arts and media institute located in Karol Bagh, New Delhi, established in 2007. The campus is known for its focus on acting, theatre, film production, journalism, and media studies, offering both diploma and certificate programs. PFTI is affiliated with several production houses and claims industry partnerships, with a student strength of approximately 200–300 annually. The institute has received awards such as "Best Acting Institute in Delhi" (2015–2018) and "Best Films & Theatre School Delhi" (2016), and is recognized for hands-on training and studio-based learning in the heart of Delhi.
Padarpan Films and Theatre Institute Admission Deadlines
PFTI Delhi typically opens its admissions for most programs in the April–June window each year, with rolling intakes for short-term certificate courses. The application process is direct and merit-based, without a national-level entrance exam. For diploma and degree courses, the last date to apply is usually in June, while certificate programs may accept applications throughout the year. The application fee ranges from INR 500–1,000 depending on the course.
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Program |
Application Opens |
Application Closes |
Session Start |
Application Fee (INR) |
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Diploma & Degree Programs |
April 2025 |
June 2025 |
July 2025 |
500–1,000 |
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Certificate Courses |
Rolling |
Rolling |
Monthly |
500 |
Padarpan Films and Theatre Institute UG Admission
Undergraduate admissions at PFTI Delhi are open for creative arts aspirants, especially in fields like Acting, Theatre, and Journalism. The flagship UG program is the Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication (BJMC), with additional diploma and certificate options in acting and media. Eligibility is generally 10+2 (any stream), with no entrance exam; selection is merit-based. Annual intake for BJMC is around 30–40 seats, while diploma and certificate courses have flexible batch sizes. Total fees for UG programs range from INR 60,000–1,20,000 per year.
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Program |
Duration |
Eligibility |
Intake |
Total Fees (INR) |
Selection Process |
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BJMC |
3 Years |
10+2 (any stream) |
30–40 |
1,80,000–2,40,000 |
Merit-based |
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Diploma in Acting |
6–12 Months |
10+2 (any stream) |
20–30 (per batch) |
60,000–1,20,000 |
Direct/Merit |
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Certificate in Acting/Drama |
3 Months |
Open to all |
Flexible |
20,000–30,000 |
Direct |
Padarpan Films and Theatre Institute PG Admission
PFTI Delhi offers select postgraduate diploma and certificate programs in advanced acting, direction, and media production. The minimum eligibility is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline. There are no entrance tests; admissions are based on academic merit and, in some cases, a personal interview or audition. Typical annual intake for PG-level courses is 10–20 seats per batch. Fees for PG programs range from INR 80,000–1,50,000 depending on specialization and duration.
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Program |
Duration |
Eligibility |
Intake |
Total Fees (INR) |
Selection Process |
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PG Diploma in Acting/Direction |
1 Year |
Bachelor’s degree |
10–20 |
1,20,000–1,50,000 |
Merit/Interview |
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PG Certificate in Media Production |
6 Months |
Bachelor’s degree |
Flexible |
80,000–1,00,000 |
Direct |
Padarpan Films and Theatre Institute Application Process
Applications to PFTI Delhi are accepted both online and offline, with a simple, merit-based selection process. The application form is available on the institute’s official website or at the campus office. Required documents include academic transcripts, ID proof, and recent photographs. Shortlisted candidates for diploma and PG programs may be called for a personal interview or audition. The application fee is typically INR 500–1,000, payable at the time of submission.
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Download or collect the application form (online/offline).
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Fill in personal, academic, and program details.
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Attach required documents and photographs.
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Pay the application fee (online or cash/DD).
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Submit the form and await communication for interview/audition (if applicable).
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Step |
Details |
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Application Mode |
Online & Offline |
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Documents Required |
10th/12th/UG/PG marksheets, ID proof, photos |
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Application Fee |
INR 500–1,000 |
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Selection Steps |
Merit, Interview/Audition (if required) |
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Result Notification |
Email/Phone/Website |
