How to Join M.G.R. Government Film & Television Institute (Chennai)
Courses Offered:
(4-Year BFA Degrees)
- Cinematography
- Audiography
- Film Editing
- Digital Intermediate
- Direction & Screenplay Writing
- Animation & Visual Effects
Eligibility:
- Pass in 10+2 (any group)
- Vocational stream or Diploma holders (EEE, ECE) also eligible for specific courses
- SC/ST: Pass is enough | Others: Min. 40%
Admission Process
- Written Aptitude Test + Interview
- Application Fee: ₹200 (₹60 for SC/ST)
- Application will be available in May/June
- Send to: Principal, M.G.R. Film Institute, Taramani, Chennai – 600113
- Note: no online application, Apply Directly to the institute..
Fees:
- ₹15,000/year (Tuition) + ₹2,000 (Special Fee)
- Scholarships for SC/ST students + Tamil Nadu Govt Aid schemes
- Hostel available (Boys only)
Super Insights:
- Only government film institute in India with state-run degree programs
- Affiliated to Dr J. Jayalalithaa Music & Fine Arts University
- 70+ years of legacy — alumni work in Kollywood, ad films, Netflix, and YouTube
- Tiny batch (14 seats per course) = 1:1 learning from industry pros
- Real-time access to professional film cameras, sound studios, and editing suites
Career Paths After M.G.R. Film Institute
- Director | Cinematographer | Sound Designer | Editor
- Scriptwriter | Screenplay Consultant | Film Reviewer
- OTT Content Creator | Ad Filmmaker | YouTube Producer
- VFX Artist | Animator | Colorist | DI Technician
- Work in Kollywood, Bollywood, Documentary, TV, or New Media