End-to-end censor clearance handled for you — content review, e-Cinepramaan filing, documentation, screening coordination and final certificate delivery.
Every film, ad film, trailer, promo, and documentary must be certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) before it can be publicly exhibited in cinemas across India. Whether you are a brand releasing a 30-second cinema commercial, a production house launching a feature film, or a corporate house screening a documentary, a valid censor certificate is a legal requirement under the Cinematograph Act, 1952.
At Ramola Advertising Services Pvt. Ltd., we provide complete, end-to-end CBFC Certification Services in Mumbai and across India. With over 35+ years of experience in cinema and multiplex advertising, we manage the entire censor clearance process for you — documentation to screening coordination and final certificate delivery — so your content reaches the big screen on time, every time.
The Central Board of Film Certification is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India. It regulates the public exhibition of films under the Cinematograph Act, 1952 and the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024. No film, advertisement film, trailer, or promo can be screened in Indian cinemas without a valid CBFC certificate.
For advertisers, this means your cinema ad film must carry a censor certificate before any multiplex or single-screen theatre can play it. CBFC Certification is not just a formality — it is the gateway to cinema advertising in India.
The Board certifies content under the following categories:
Our team evaluates your content in advance, advises you on the most suitable category, and flags any element that could invite objections or cuts — saving you costly re-edits and delays.
As one of the leading CBFC certification consultants in Mumbai, we simplify a process that can otherwise feel complex and time-consuming:
We provide censor certification support for :
Combined with our in-house J2K, 4K and MPEG2 digital conversion services, Ramola offers a true single-window solution: we convert your ad film into a DCP-ready cinema format, secure the CBFC certificate, and release your campaign across our network of multiplexes and single-screen theatres pan India.
Don't let censor formalities delay your cinema campaign or film release. Partner with Ramola Advertising Services — a trusted film certification agency in India — and let our experts manage the entire CBFC clearance process while you focus on your brand and your story. Call or email us for a free consultation on CBFC certification for your ad film, movie, trailer, or documentary.
1. What is a CBFC certificate and is it mandatory for ad films?
A CBFC certificate is an official clearance issued by the Central Board of Film Certification, a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Yes, it is mandatory — no film, ad film, trailer, or promo can be publicly exhibited in Indian cinemas without a valid CBFC certificate under the Cinematograph Act, 1952.
2. How long does it take to get a CBFC certificate for an ad film?
Short-duration content like ad films, promos, and trailers is typically processed faster than feature films, as content under 10 minutes can be submitted online through the e‑Cinepramaan portal. With complete documentation, certification is usually completed within a few working days to a couple of weeks. Ramola's pre-screening and error-free filing help avoid delays.
3. What documents are required for CBFC certification?
Common requirements include the online application on e‑Cinepramaan, film synopsis, cast and credit details, lab certificate confirming format and duration, producer declarations, authorization letters, and the prescribed government fee. Our team prepares and verifies the complete documentation for you.
4. What is the e-Cinepramaan portal?
e‑Cinepramaan is the CBFC's official online certification system, launched to make film certification paperless and transparent. All applications, fee payments, and status tracking happen through this portal, and the final certificate is issued digitally with a QR code. Ramola manages the entire e‑Cinepramaan process on your behalf.
5. Which CBFC certificate category applies to cinema advertisements?
Most brand ad films receive a U (Universal) certificate, allowing unrestricted exhibition with all films. If your creative contains content requiring guidance, it may receive a UA certificate with age markers (UA 7+, UA 13+, UA 16+) or an A certificate, which restricts the films it can play with. We advise you on category implications before submission.
6. Why partner with Ramola Advertising Services 6. Can Ramola handle both digital conversion and CBFC certification?
Yes. We offer a single-window solution — converting your ad film into cinema-ready J2K, 4K, or MPEG2 / DCP formats, obtaining the CBFC censor certificate, and releasing your campaign across multiplexes and single-screen theatres pan India.
7. What happens if the CBFC asks for cuts or modifications?
If the examining committee suggests modifications, we manage the entire process — preparing the cut chart, coordinating re-edits with your team, re-submitting the corrected version, and completing cut verification — so your certification stays on track.
8. Do you provide CBFC certification services outside Mumbai?
Yes. While we are headquartered in Mumbai — the same city as the CBFC head office — we support clients pan India and coordinate with regional CBFC offices for certification and release across the country.
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