Grant to Films
in Uttarakhand
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Grant to Films in Uttarakhand
Grant to Films is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Grant to Films in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The policy aims to promote film production in Uttarakhand by providing financial grants to films, TV serials, and web series shot in the state, encouraging filmmakers to showcase Uttarakhand’s culture, heritage, and locations, and boosting local employment and the state's film economy.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a film producer.
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Benefits
Under the provisions of the Uttarakhand Film Policy–2024, grants are provided as follows:
For films made in regional languages and dialects, a grant of 50% of the amount spent in the state or up to ₹2 crore, whichever is lower, will be provided.
For films made in Hindi or in the languages listed in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution, a grant of 30% of the amount spent in the state or up to ₹3 crore, whichever is lower, will be provided.
For films made in foreign languages that have incurred an expenditure of at least ₹3 crore in the state, and in which the shooting locations of the state have been appropriately showcased, a grant will be provided of 50% of the amount spent in the state or up to ₹3 crore, whichever is lower.
For TV serials or web series produced in Hindi or in the languages listed in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution, as well as in the regional dialects of Uttarakhand, a grant will be provided of either 30% of the amount spent in Uttarakhand during the shooting period or up to ₹3 crore, whichever is lower.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Film Censor Certificate |
| 2 | Details of all expenditures related to film production |
| 3 | Contracts related to film production |
| 4 | Invoices/Bills |
| 5 | Other relevant supporting documents and records related to production |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Grant to Films in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Grant to Films. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Grant to Films in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Film producers who have completed the film, obtained a Film Censor Certificate, and released/exhibited the film are eligible to apply. <br>