FTII President List: The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) has seen several prominent figures serve as its President over the years. This prestigious institution, located in Pune, India, has played a vital role in nurturing talent in the field of film and television. Eminent personalities from the Indian film industry, including renowned actors and filmmakers, have held the position of President at FTII.
They contribute their valuable insights and experience to guide the institute and its students. The FTII President List reflects the commitment of the Indian film fraternity towards the growth and development of this esteemed institution, ensuring it remains a cornerstone of cinematic education in India.
FTII Presidents List
| Name | Term of Office |
|---|---|
| Roshan Taneja | |
| Anwar Jamal Kidwai | 1 November 1974 – 30 September 1977 |
| S. M. H. Burney | 25 November 1975 – 30 September 1977 |
| R. K. Laxman | 1 November 1977 – 30 September 1980 |
| Shyam Benegal | 5 February 1981 – 30 September 1983 |
| Mrinal Sen | 9 April 1984 – 30 September 1986 |
| Adoor Gopalakrishnan | 1 September 1987 – September 1989 |
| Shyam Benegal | September 1989 – 30 September 1992 |
| Adoor Gopalakrishnan | 21 November 1992 – 30 September 1995 |
| Mahesh Bhatt | 20 November 1995 – 30 September 1998 |
| Girish Karnad | 16 February 1999 – 10 October 2001 |
| Vinod Khanna | 12 October 2001 – February 2002 4 March 2002 – 3 March 2005 |
| U. R. Ananthamurthy | 4 March 2005 – 3 March 2008 4 March 2008 – 3 March 2011 |
| Saeed Akhtar Mirza | 4 March 2011 – 3 March 2014 |
| Gajendra Chauhan | 9 June 2015 – 11 October 2017 |
| Anupam Kher | 11 October 2017 – 31 October 2018 |
| B. P. Singh | 13 December 2018 – 29 September 2020 |
| Shekhar Kapur | 30 September 2020 – 1 September 2023 |
| R. Madhavan | 1 September 2023 – |
List of all Past Chairmen of FTII
Here is the list of all the past chairmen of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII).
| Name | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Anwar Jamal Kidwai | November 1, 1974 – September 30, 1977 |
| S. M. H. Burney | November 25, 1975 – September 30, 1977 |
| R. K. Laxman | November 1, 1977 – September 30, 1980 |
| Shyam Benegal | February 5, 1981 – September 30, 1983 |
| Shyam Benegal | September 1989 – September 30, 1992 |
| Mrinal Sen | April 9, 1984 – September 30, 1986 |
| Adoor Gopalakrishnan | September 1, 1987 – September 1989 |
| Adoor Gopalakrishnan | November 21, 1992 – September 30, 1995 |
| Mahesh Bhatt | November 20, 1995 – September 30, 1998 |
| Girish Karnad | February 16, 1999 – October 10, 2001 |
| Vinod Khanna | October 12, 2001 – February 2002 |
| Vinod Khanna | March 4, 2002 – March 3, 2005 |
| U. R. Ananthamurthy | March 4, 2005 – March 3, 2008 |
| U. R. Ananthamurthy | March 4, 2008 – March 3, 2011 |
| Saeed Akhtar Mirza | March 4, 2011 – March 3, 2014 |
| Gajendra Chauhan | June 9, 2015 onwards |
Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) Administrative Structure
| Administrative Functionaries | Academic Functionaries |
|---|---|
| Shri. Sandeep Shahare Director | Shri. Sandeep Shahare Dean (Television) |
| Shri. Sayyid Rabeehashmi, IIS Registrar | Shri. Dhiraj Meshram Dean (Films) |
| Smt. Minal Kakde Chief Accounts Officer |
Check out full information of Film and Television Institute of India at FTII website https://www.ftii.ac.in/p/administrative-structure
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