Garware Institute of Career Education and Development (GICED), Mumbai, a constituent institute under the University of Mumbai, offers a 1-year Post Graduate Diploma in Practical Film Making, a hands-on, production-focused programme for graduates seeking a professional foothold in India’s film and content creation industry. Situated in Mumbai, the centre of the Indian film industry, GICED provides students with direct access to Bollywood and the wider OTT and digital content ecosystem. The curriculum covers screenwriting, direction, cinematography, production design, sound design, editing, and post-production workflows, with an emphasis on practical on-set and studio experience. Admission is through a college-level written test and personal interview, open to graduates from any stream.
Applications for 2026-27 are expected to open in April 2026. Candidates should visit gicededu.co.in for the official schedule.
Key Points
- 1-year Post Graduate Diploma affiliated to the University of Mumbai.
- Total fees of ₹1,61,020 (Semester I: ₹87,945; Semester II: ₹73,075).
- Practical, production-oriented curriculum covering direction, cinematography, editing, and post-production.
- Located in Mumbai, proximity to Bollywood studios, production houses, and OTT platforms.
- Open to graduates from any stream; admission through college-level written test and interview.
GICED Mumbai PGD Film Making Fees
PGD Film Making Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Semester I | ₹87,945 |
| Semester II | ₹73,075 |
| Total Fees (1 Year) | ₹1,61,020 |
- Total fees for the 1-year Post Graduate Diploma in Practical Film Making at GICED, Mumbai, are ₹1,61,020 (Semester I: ₹87,945; Semester II: ₹73,075), as published on the official GICED website (gicededu.co.in).
- The programme is affiliated to the University of Mumbai. University examination and registration fees are charged separately.
- Hostel and transportation charges are levied separately. Total Fees (Hostel charges separate).
GICED Mumbai PGD Film Making Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GICED Application Window | April to June 2026 (as per GICED notification) |
| Written Test and Interview | June/July 2026 |
| Admission and Fee Payment | July 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | July/August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GICED Written Test and Interview | College-level selection | Written test + personal interview | Graduate from any recognised university, any stream |
- Admission to the PGD in Practical Film Making at GICED is through a college-level written test and personal interview; any graduate from a recognised university may apply.
- Candidates should monitor the official GICED website at gicededu.co.in for the 2026-27 admission schedule.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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Admission Process
- Ensure you hold a Bachelor’s degree from any recognised university in any discipline.
- Apply online or in person through the GICED admissions portal at gicededu.co.in as per the 2026-27 notification.
- Appear for the GICED written test and personal interview at the Vidyanagari Campus, Mumbai.
- Receive the admission offer based on test and interview performance.
- Pay the Semester I fee of ₹87,945 and complete enrolment with the University of Mumbai.
GICED Mumbai PGD Film Making Scholarships 2026
PGD Film Making Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Maharashtra Government EBC/OBC Scholarship | As per government norms | EBC/OBC/SBC students; apply via mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in |
| SC/ST/VJNT Scholarship (Maharashtra) | As per government norms | SC/ST/VJNT/OBC students; apply via DBT portal |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per government norms | Eligible categories; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
- Students from SC, ST, VJNT, OBC, EBC, and SBC categories should apply through the Maharashtra state scholarship portal (mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in) and the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for government scholarship benefits.
- GICED students are also eligible for University of Mumbai merit scholarships; candidates should enquire at the GICED admissions office or visit gicededu.co.in for the current scholarship schedule.
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