Professor (Cinematography for Electronic & Digital Media) – SRFTI
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹131,500 - ₹155,200 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Degree from a recognized University along with a Degree or PG Diploma (at least 2 years) in Motion Picture Photography, Cinematography, or Videography.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 8 to 12 years of professional experience (including teaching) as a Cinematographer or Videographer depending on academic background.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 63 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Professor of Cinematography role at SRFTI is a senior leadership position designed for seasoned film professionals who wish to shape the next generation of digital media experts. This single vacancy offers a prestigious platform to head the department, oversee academic planning, and implement innovative pedagogy in motion picture photography. Candidates with extensive professional experience and a passion for teaching will find this an attractive opportunity to influence the futuristic structuring of a premier film institute. The role combines administrative authority with creative mentorship, making it a cornerstone of the institute's Electronic & Digital Media wing.
- The upper age limit for this contractual engagement is 63 years as of the application deadline.
- Candidates must possess a degree from a recognized university along with specialized film qualifications.
- The selection process involves shortlisting followed by a trade test or interview for eligible applicants.
- A consolidated monthly honorarium of up to ₹1,55,200 is offered for this high-level academic post.
- The initial engagement is for one year with a possibility of extension based on performance reviews.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated honorarium of ₹1,55,200/- per month (₹1,31,500/- if accommodation is provided).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on eligibility criteria Trade Test (where applicable) Interview
Application Fees
General/OBC: Rs. 1200 SC/ST/PWD/Female: Exempted
Reservation
1 UR
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application link at https://career.srfti.ac.in.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1200 per post via SBI Collect under 'Educational Institutions'.
- Upload the payment receipt during the online form submission.
- Complete the online application form with all required details.
- Print the submitted application form.
- Attach copies of all requisite documents and certificates.
- Send the hard copy to: Registrar, Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, EM Bypass Road, Panchasayar, Kolkata - 700094.
- Ensure the hard copy reaches the destination by 10 August 2026 (5 PM).
Frequently Asked Questions
The consolidated honorarium for this position is ₹1,55,200 per month, or ₹1,31,500 if institute accommodation is provided.
Applicants need a University Degree plus a Degree or PG Diploma in Cinematography/Videography with at least 8 years of professional experience.
The maximum age limit for candidates applying for this role is 63 years.
