SRFTI Accounts Officer Recruitment 2026

Introduction

Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata, has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Accounts Officer. This is a direct recruitment opportunity for Indian citizens. The institute, established in 1996 as a Deemed to be University under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, is inviting applications to fill one vacancy. The selection process will involve short-listing candidates based on criteria set by the institute, followed by a trade test, written test, and/or interview as applicable. Interested candidates must ensure they meet the specified educational qualifications and experience requirements. The application process is entirely online, but a hard copy of the application along with supporting documents must be sent to the institute. The last date for submitting the online application is November 9, 2026, and the hard copy must reach by November 16, 2026. All details regarding eligibility, application fees, and the procedure are available in the official notification. Please refer to the official notification for the most accurate and complete information.

SRFTI Recruitment Overview 2026

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

To be eligible for the Accounts Officer post, candidates must meet the following essential criteria:

• A Degree in Commerce from a recognized University or equivalent.
• Passed ICWA/CA intermediate.
• At least eight years of professional experience in the field of computerized accounts.
• Knowledge of Government Rules and Regulations.

Desirable qualifications include passing ICWA/CA or holding a Diploma in Financial Management.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The maximum age limit for applicants is 32 years as of the last date for receipt of applications (09.11.2026).

Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories as per Government of India rules. Regular employees of SRFTI are not subject to the upper age limit. Contractual employees of SRFTI can have their upper age limit relaxed by the number of years of service rendered at SRFTI.

Application Fee

The application fee for the Accounts Officer post is Rs. 1200/-. This fee must be deposited through SBI Collect.

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PWD, and female categories are exempted from paying the application fee.

Salary and Pay Scale

The selected candidate will be appointed at Pay Level-7 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The pay scale ranges from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month.

Selection Process

The selection process will begin with short-listing eligible candidates based on criteria determined by SRFTI. Short-listed candidates will then be called for further stages, which may include a trade test, written test, and/or an interview.

Application Procedure

1. Interested candidates must apply online through the link provided on the SRFTI website.
2. After submitting the online application, candidates must take a printout of the filled application form.
3. This printout, along with copies of all required documents, must be forwarded to "The Registrar, Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, E. M. Bypass Road, P.O. Panchasayar, Kolkata – 700 094".
4. The hard copy of the application must reach the institute by 16.11.2026.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit self-attested copies of the following documents along with their application:

• Certificate as proof of age
• Certificates of educational qualifications
• Certificate of caste (if applicable)
• Certificates of experience
• Two copies of recent passport size photographs
• Payment receipt of Rs. 1200/- (if applicable)

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

Candidates should ensure that all information provided in the application is accurate and supported by valid documents. Experience will be counted only after the completion of educational qualifications. It is crucial to submit the hard copy of the application within the stipulated deadline. Applicants already employed in government or semi-government organizations must apply through the proper channel, though they can send an advance copy within the last date for application receipt.

Official Notification and Application Links

For detailed information and to apply, please refer to the official notification:

• Download Official Notification

The link for the online application form is available on the SRFTI website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date for submitting the online application is 09.11.2026.

Yes, SC, ST, PWD, and female applicants are exempted from the application fee.

A Degree in Commerce, passed ICWA/CA intermediate, and at least eight years of professional experience in computerized accounts are essential.