MERATV Film Festival – 2024:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Who is eligible to participate in the MERATV Film Festival – 2024?

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  Films made in India by Indian citizens between January 1, 2023, and November 15, 2024, are eligible.
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  The film can be entered by any organization, agency, individual film producer/director, or college student who holds the copyright.
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  There is no restriction on the number of entries.

2. What are the award categories and prize distributions?

Feature Film Category:

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  First Prize: Rs. 1,00,000
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  Second Prize: Rs. 50,000
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  Third Prize: Rs. 25,000
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  Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best BGM: Rs. 10,000 each

Feature Film Category:

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  First Prize: Rs. 50,000
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  Second Prize: Rs. 30,000
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  Third Prize: Rs. 20,000
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  Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress Rs. 5,000 each
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  Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best BGM: Rs. 3,000 each

Documentary Category:

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  First Prize: Rs. 50,000
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  Second Prize: Rs. 30,000
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  Third Prize: Rs. 20,000
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  Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best BGM: Rs. 5,000 each

Mobile Film Category:

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  First Prize: Rs. 10,000
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  Second Prize: Rs. 5,000
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  Third Prize: Rs. 3,000

Jury Awards:

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  Jury Award 1 : Rs. 5,000
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  Jury Award 2 : Rs. 5,000
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  Jury Award 3 : Rs. 5,000

3. How can I apply to the MERATV Film Festival – 2024?

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  Applications can only be submitted online.
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  The entry form is available on the MERATV website (www.meratv.in) starting from September 15, 2024.
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  Applicants must fill out the required fields and upload bio-data, photographs, filmography, etc., as specified in the form.

4. What is the entry fee?

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  Feature Film: Rs. 2,500
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  Documentary: Rs. 2,500
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  Short Film: Rs. 1,000
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  Mobile Film: Rs. 500
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  Entry fees are non-refundable and must be paid through the online payment gateway.

5. What are the submission requirements for films?

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  Films must be submitted in H.264/MP4 format, under 2GB with a 1920×1080 resolution.
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  Submission should be made via Vimeo Link/Google Drive.
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  A soft copy containing the Director’s photograph, bio-data, filmography, synopsis, stills, posters, pamphlets, and promos/trailers must be submitted.
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  **Mobile Film:** Rs. 500
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  Entry fees are non-refundable and must be paid through the online payment gateway.

6. Is there a special category for student films?

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  Yes, films submitted in the “Student Film” category must include a certificate from the concerned Institute/Film School. Without this certificate, the film will not be considered a student film.

7. What is the deadline for submission?

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  All selected films must be submitted in the prescribed format by November 15, 2024.

8. How will I know if my film is selected?

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  Successful submission will be acknowledged via email.
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  The list of films selected for the competition will be published on the MERATV website.
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  Only entrants of selected films will be informed about the selection.

9. Does the festival provide hospitality for filmmakers?

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  No, there is no provision for transportation or accommodation for directors, producers, or filmmakers.

10. How is the selection process conducted?

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  Entries will be previewed by a Selection Committee, which will recommend the best films for the competition.
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  The decision of the Selection Committees is final and binding.
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  Once a film is selected and submitted for final screening, it cannot be withdrawn.

11. How will the winners be decided?

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  A duly constituted Jury will determine the winning films in respective categories.
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  The Jury’s decision is final and binding on all.
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  The Jury reserves the right to withhold an award if no entry meets the standards or to share an award among multiple entries.

12. What are the rights of the festival directorate?

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  The festival reserves the right to accept or reject any film without explanation.
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  Copies of award-winning films will be retained by MERATV for screenings on MERATV OTT.
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  The festival has the right to screen award-winning films in different locations and on social media for promotion.

13. Who is responsible for copyright clearance?

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  It is the entrant’s responsibility to secure clearance from copyright holders for any material included in the film.
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  MERATV will not be responsible for unauthorized inclusion of copyrighted material and reserves the right to disqualify any such film.

14. Who bears the cost of shipping?

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  The entrant must bear the cost of shipping the film in any digital media to the festival.
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  The MERATV is not responsible for normal wear and tear of the filmic materials.

15. Will MERATV provide feedback on the films?

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  MERATV is under no obligation to provide comments or feedback regarding any film entered into the festival.

16. Where can I send my filmic materials and documents?

All materials should be sent freight prepaid to the following address:

MERATV Film Festival – 2024 

NS-90, 1st Phase Adityapur Industrial Area, Near NIT Back Gate – 832019 

Festival enquiries: meratv365@gmail.com 

Website: www.meratv.in

17. What if there are disputes?**

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  All disputes related to the MERATV Film Festival will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Jharkhand.