UP Film Policy, 2023
At a Glance
| Nodal Department / Agency | Information & Public Relations Dept. / UP Film Bandhu |
|---|---|
| Primary Target | Film production, film cities, studios, post-production |
| Policy Group | Services, tourism & social infrastructure |
Frequently Asked Questions
What replaced what?
It supersedes the UP Film Policy 2018.
What is covered?
Feature films, web series, documentaries and shows shot substantially in UP, plus film city, studio and post-production infrastructure.
What is the headline incentive?
A production grant/subsidy expressed as a percentage of production cost with an absolute cap, with enhanced grants where a defined proportion of the film is shot in UP, where UP artists and technicians are employed, and for films in regional languages or on UP themes.
Are there additional grants?
Enhanced support for films promoting UP tourism or culture, and for regional language cinema (Bhojpuri, Awadhi, Braj, Bundeli).
What infrastructure support exists?
Support for film studios, post-production facilities and the International Film City project.
Where is the International Film City?
In Sector 21, Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority area, Gautam Buddh Nagar — making this policy directly relevant to the district.
Who administers it?
The Information & Public Relations Department, through UP Film Bandhu, which is also the single-window for shooting permissions.
What is the process for a producer?
Register with UP Film Bandhu, obtain shooting permissions, complete the shoot with documented UP-shooting days, then apply for the grant with the certified cost statement.
What is the most common rejection ground?
Failure to document the required proportion of shooting days in UP and the employment of UP personnel. Advise producers to maintain a daily call sheet record from day one.