Best Film & TV Colleges in Pune - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

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A Cinematography graduate can find job in the sectors that are mentioned below in the table for your reference -

Cinematography Top Recruiters
Entertainment Industry	Films	Tv Academies
News Channels	Production Houses	Photo Studios
Streaming Platforms like Netflix	Broadcasters	NFDC

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Cinematography Course Career

The minimum requirement for admission into a cinematography programme is plus two. After plus two one may go for various certificate and diploma courses in cinematography to acquire knowledge in the field.

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune; Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, Kolkata, Zee Institute of Media Arts and Whistling Woods International in Mumbai are some of the prominent institutes that conduct courses in Cinematography. Course curriculum includes live shooting with digital cameras, exposure to advanced digital shooting technology and computer software's for creating visual effects for individual shots, exposure to motion graphics, experience with live studios and so on.

Personal attributes: More than the educational qualification, Cinematographers need an artistic vision good eyesight. A cinematographer must have the ability to work independently, as well as have the interpersonal skills required to work well under a director and over camera technicians. They have to be detail oriented, hardworking and passionate towards work. He should have a high sense of imagination and foresightedness. Good technical ability and knowledge of cameras and lenses is also essential for a Cinematographer to be successful. Expertise in computer animation and digital editing may also prove to be of great help.

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Cinematography Course

Of course not, you are not required to pursue a degree or Diploma in Modelling or any related course to pursue a career path in Modelling. However, it will help you in certain ways, like portfolio building, networking in the industry, makeup & Fashion knowledge, runway techniques learning, etc.

SIMC, Pune’s alumni have reached great heights in their respective careers as the institute not only strives on providing the best quality education but also an overall personality development of its students. The students leave their mark wherever they go!

 

There are a very few reputed Institute in the field of Media and Communication, SIMC, Pune surely occupies one of the leading ranks in this domain therefore, providing quality placements to its students.

 

Other than a good placement record SIMC, Pune offers various opportunities for a holistic development of the students.

 

• Industry Exposure: Dynamic curriculum and internship opportunities with the top companies in the media and communication world
• Multiple Specializations: The Institute offers a choice of 4 different specializations namely Brand Communication, Public Relations, Media Management and Marketing and Media Analytic
• Student-faculty interactions: SIMC Pune provides an interactive environment to its students where they can easily and comfortably converse with the faculty and other visiting faculties
• Practical Assignments: The curriculum itself is so much fun and interesting that the students enjoy each and every lecture alongwith this the assignments which are pragmatic and are to the industry
• Seminars and Events: Various seminars and events are organized by the institute where a number of Industry experts talk on several topics. These events are interactive and students can freely ask their doubts.
• Skills Development: Other than education SIMC, Pune focuses on an all round development of the students.

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) is a good institution for PG Diploma, Certificate courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialisation at Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) are Sound Recording, Camera Handling & Lighting, Direction, Acting, Script Writing.

The top recruiters at Symbiosis School of Liberal Arts, Symbiosis International, Pune include Amazon, American Express, Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs, Ernst and Young, Global Educational Services, GQ Middle East, HDFC Bank, Mullen Lowe Lintas Group, etc.

The MIT School of Film & Television- MIT ADT University is an excellent choice for students who wish to build a career in the fields of Film, Theatre, Showmanship, etc. The institute has had many students who have won accolades for their student films made during their time at the institute.

Further one will find no better institute for hands-on learning in filmmaking or acting than MIT SFT within the State of Pune with top of the line infrastructure, equipment and tools at the access of students.

ICE Balaji Telefilms - Institute of Creative Excellence provides programmes including After 10th Diploma, Certificate in streams such as Business & Management Studies, Mass Communication & Media, Animation, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), Beauty & Fitness, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Acting, Modelling, Direction, Film Making, Video Editing (Post Production), Cinematography, Hip-Hop, Sound Recording, Production Design, Script Writing, Makeup & Beautician.

Bharati Vidyapeeth's School of Photography is a premier institute to learn photography and cinematography. The institute offers UG, PG, Diploma and short-term certificate programmes in photography and cinematography. The university conducts study tours and events such as Albus Atrum Annual Exhibition which helps students build a photography portfolio and showcase their work annually in an exhibition format. Therefore, there are ample opportunities for students to work on their craft as part of the curriculum.

Some of the leading companies that were part of Arena Animation placements in recent years are listed below:

Arena Animation Placements: Top Recruiters
Vasu Healthcare	Rockstar Games
Rede Design Studio	Prana Studios
Meditab Software	MPC Studios
Lakshya Digital	Golden Robot Animation
DQ Entertainment	Creatiosoft Solutions

The programme eligibility at Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography is the BA (Visual Arts & Photography) – 12th Pass. 

Cinecraft Academy of Film and Television has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
UG Diploma	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognised board.
Certificate	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognised board.

Yes, it can be hard to get into the Ajeenkya DY Patil University - Seamedu School of Pro-Expressionism because the institute considers many factors when admitting students including, academic record, work experience, interviews, MAH CET score and many others. Students should have a good academic record in their undergraduate courses and have relevant work experience in the media and entertainment sectors. 

FLAME University is mainly concerned with streams such as Business Administration, Science, Management, etc. The university offers BBA, BSc, and MBA programmes as the popular programmes. They are offered for a duration of 3 and 2 years, respectively. 

MIT World Peace University Pune is a good option for Computer Engineering with modern infrastructure, industry-aligned curriculum & decent placement records. However it is a private institution with a higher fee structure. 

The BTech in Computer Science and Engineering covers foundational topics alongside trending specialisations like AI, Data Science, Cyber Security & Blockchain.

School of Media Activity Research and Technology provides programmes including M.Sc, UG Diploma, Certificate, B.Voc in streams such as Mass Communication & Media, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Film Making, Acting, Radio Jockeying, Script Writing, Anchoring & Reporting.

Wizcraft, Online Event Management Programs (Talentedge) has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
Certificate	Candidate must have completed graduation or diploma from a recognised univeristy.

Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce provides scholarships to the deserving students. The college offers national scholarships to the students with aim to offer financial support to the weaker section students. Below-mentioned are the BMCC Pune scholarships: 

Central sector scheme of scholarship for college and university students

Caste scholarship

National meanscum merit scholarship

Post-matric scholarship for students with disabilities

Talsdo - The Film Institute provides programmes including Certificate in streams such as Mass Communication & Media, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Cinematography, Acting, Film Making, Direction.

National Film Archive of India has courses such as Certificate which are primarily in the stream of Mass Communication & Media. National Film Archive of India has specializations such as Certificate specializations in Direction.

ISB&M College of Commerce is ranked one of the top commerce colleges. The college is ranked by various prominent ranking agencies such as IIRF, Times B-Schools, GHRDC BBA College Survey, and others. Some of the recent ISB&M College of Commerce rankings 2025 are tabulated below:

Ranking Body	Rank	Category
GHRDC BBA College Survey 2024	2	Western Region
GHRDC BBA College Survey 2022	1	Western Region
GHRDC BBA College Survey 2022	3	In India Top Outstanding BBA College of Excellence

Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, JM Road provides programmes including UG Diploma in streams such as Design, Animation, IT & Software, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), Mass Communication & Media, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Game Design, Modelling, 3DS Max, Maya, Camera Handling & Lighting.