Jadavpur University Photographic Club (JUPC)

Jadavpur University Photographic Club (JUPC) JUPC is the 60-year-old official photography club of Jadavpur University. Follow this page for update Stay tuned for updates and activities of the club.

JUPC, one of the oldest student-run clubs in Asia, is the official photography club of Jadavpur University running since its foundation in 1964. The club, through the years, has won many laurels - both national and international and has seen many of its members become prominent professionals in the field of photography. The club that started off in a washroom of the Geology department, now also ma

intains its own studio and dark-room. It also accommodates a library that gives access to a collection of books and journals concentrating on both National and International circuits of Photography. The club has a full-scale training programme for JU students with existing members as trainers and guides. It invites speakers for introduction and exposure to newer approaches in photography. Besides, the club has associated itself with Photography Workshops like Foundry Photojournalism Workshop and even conducted 23 National Salons, 2 International Salons, 8 National Contests, 1 International Contest and organised a Photo-Fest. Alongside these highlights, there are regular interactive sessions in clubs and annual trips and treks for photography organised by the club. The club not only practises photography as an art but also takes on commercial projects. The club even is entrusted with the duty of photography for the Convocation of the University. JUPC not only forms a hub of pupils interested in photography but also creates a nexus of members and acquaintances all over the globe that enriches photographic practices in the niche of the University that has inspired generations to be innovative and interested to explore the realm of photography.

An evening where frames turned into stories and moments into memories — Montage’26 unfolded at Gallery Gold, Kolkata, ce...
27/04/2026

An evening where frames turned into stories and moments into memories — Montage’26 unfolded at Gallery Gold, Kolkata, celebrating creativity, perspective, and the art of visual storytelling!

Here are the winners who stood out with their exceptional work:

Photostory (Thematic)
Winner: Sannidh Raychaudhuri
1st Runner Up: Konark Basu

Single Photos (Thematic)
1st Runner Up: Monidipta Saha

Photostory (Open)
1st Runner Up: Gautam Bailey

Single Photos (Architecture & Abstract)
Winner: Sukanta Mondal
1st Runner Up: Parna Ghatak

L → R: Sannidh Raychaudhuri, Konark Basu, Monidipta Saha, Gautam Bailey, Sukanta Mondal, Parna Ghatak.

A heartfelt thank you to every participant for making Montage’26 a vibrant celebration of art and expression. Your passion is what made this event truly special.

📩 Note: Winners who couldn’t be present to receive their awards can collect them from the club at the university on any working day, after contacting us through our Instagram page.

📸✨ The wait is finally over!The winners of Montage ’26 – An International Photography Contest are here! 🏆From breathtaki...
25/04/2026

📸✨ The wait is finally over!

The winners of Montage ’26 – An International Photography Contest are here! 🏆
From breathtaking single photos to powerful photo stories and cinematic short films — creativity reached new heights this year.

Join us as we celebrate the vision, passion, and storytelling of our talented winners at the Award Distribution Ceremony 🎉

📅 26th April
🕓 4:00 PM
📍 Gallery Gold, Kolkata

Swipe 👉 to reveal the winners!

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Excited to announce our top four film selections for the 2026 event montage! 🎞️ These cinematic gems truly stood out and...
23/04/2026

Excited to announce our top four film selections for the 2026 event montage!
🎞️ These cinematic gems truly stood out and captured the essence of our vision. We can't wait to share these incredible stories with you all. Stay tuned for the full montage reveal! ✨

We are absolutely thrilled to present the incredible photographers who have been selected for this year's highly anticip...
22/04/2026

We are absolutely thrilled to present the incredible photographers who have been selected for this year's highly anticipated exhibition! Across multiple categories, these talented artists have captured raw emotions, untold stories, and breathtaking perspectives through their lenses.

Now, it's time to see these masterpieces come to life off the screen and on the walls. We warmly invite everyone to come and witness this visual journey. Let’s celebrate the art of photography together!

​Exhibition Details:
📍 Venue: Gallery Gold
🗓️ Dates: 24th – 26th April
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

​Bring your friends, family, and your love for art. Come support the artists, immerse yourself in the stories behind the frames, and get inspired. See you there! ✨

​ VisualStorytelling PhotographersOfInstagram ArtLovers ThroughTheLens Exhibition2026

A space. Hundreds stories. One shared experience.Where frames find their walls, and moments turn into memories through l...
14/04/2026

A space. Hundreds stories. One shared experience.

Where frames find their walls, and moments turn into memories through light, silence, and perspective.
Not just an exhibition—but a dialogue between the photographer and the observer.

Montage ’26: Exhibition Venue:
Gallery Gold, Kolkata
24–26th April
3 PM – 8 PM

Open for all.

Join us as stories come alive beyond the lens.

📸 The excitement continues! We are incredibly proud to reveal the winners of the Thematic Category for Pixellense, prese...
14/04/2026

📸 The excitement continues! We are incredibly proud to reveal the winners of the Thematic Category for Pixellense, presented by F.E.T.S.U. for Srijan '26! 🎨✨

​A huge congratulations to these visionary photographers who beautifully interpreted the theme and brought it to life through their lenses.

​🏆 Winner: Monojit Dutta – A World of Circles (Shibpur Dinobundhoo College)

🥈 1st Runner-Up: Arkadip Mondal – Worlds Within Bubbles (Ramakrishna Mission Residential College (Autonomous))

🥉 2nd Runner-Up: Arkadip Mondal – চক্রবিন্দু (Ramakrishna Mission Residential College (Autonomous))

​🌟 Special Mentions:
​Shantimoy Das – Armoured innocence (University of Calcutta)
​Monojit Dutta – Circles of Work Captured in rural Bengal (Shibpur Dinobundhoo College)
​Shantimoy Das – Raptor's red court (University of Calcutta)
​Subhamoy Panja – "Ring of Chaos" (Jadavpur University)

​Thank you to all the participants for sharing your incredible creativity and unique perspectives with us.

📸 The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce the results for the Open Category of Pixellense, presented by F.E.T.S.U....
14/04/2026

📸 The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce the results for the Open Category of Pixellense, presented by F.E.T.S.U. for Srijan '26! 🌟

​A massive congratulations to the brilliant photographers who captured the world through their unique lenses and stood out in an incredibly competitive pool of submissions.

​🏆 Winner: Suriyadip Das – Between Two Worlds (Kalyani Government Engineering College)

🥈 1st Runner-Up: Supriyo Paramanik – The Decisive Moment (Narula Institute of Technology)

🥉 2nd Runner-Up: Ashmit Halder – A Wild Thirst (NIFT, Kolkata)

​✨ Special Mentions:
​Monojit Dutta (Shibpur Dinobundhoo College)
​Arkapriyo Pal (UEM)
​Shuvayu Ghosh (Jadavpur University)
​Anindya Biswas (Jadavpur University)
​Maitri Golder (Jadavpur University)
​Arjis Kundu (Supreme Knowledge Foundation)
​Udit Paul (Jadavpur University)

​Thank you to everyone who submitted their phenomenal photo stories and frames. The sheer talent and visual storytelling we witnessed this year was truly inspiring!

🚨 LAST CALL! 🚨The clock is ticking ⏳Montage ‘26 submissions close TODAY at 12:00 AM sharp!Don’t miss your shot to showca...
06/04/2026

🚨 LAST CALL! 🚨

The clock is ticking ⏳
Montage ‘26 submissions close TODAY at 12:00 AM sharp!

Don’t miss your shot to showcase your vision 📸

🎯 Categories:
• Single Photos
• Photo Story
• Short Film

🌍 Theme: Coexistence

Submit now before it’s too late!

We are honored to welcome Arghyakamal Mitra as the Judge for Short Film (Open) at Montage 26 – An International Photogra...
31/03/2026

We are honored to welcome Arghyakamal Mitra as the Judge for Short Film (Open) at Montage 26 – An International Photography Contest. 🎬
A National Award–winning editor whose work has shaped some of the most iconic films in Bengali cinema, his presence brings immense insight and excellence to this year’s jury panel.

Perspective meets purpose.We are proud to welcome Jayanta Saha and Siddhartha Paul as the Jury for Single Photos (Themat...
30/03/2026

Perspective meets purpose.

We are proud to welcome Jayanta Saha and Siddhartha Paul as the Jury for Single Photos (Thematic) — Coexistence at Montage ’26.

Two distinct voices of street and documentary photography, united by a shared ability to capture the layered realities of life and the silent harmony within it.
Through their lens, coexistence is not just seen—it is understood.

VisualStorytelling JUPC

Presenting the esteemed jury for Photo Story (Open & Thematic) at Montage 26.Nilanjan Ray and Debiprasad Mukherjee bring...
30/03/2026

Presenting the esteemed jury for Photo Story (Open & Thematic) at Montage 26.
Nilanjan Ray and Debiprasad Mukherjee bring decades of experience in visual storytelling, documentary practice, and global exhibitions.

Let your frames come together to tell stories of Coexistence — where narratives unfold beyond a single image.

Address

1st Floor, Amenities Centre Building, Jadavpur University Main Campus
Kolkata
700092

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30pm - 7pm
Tuesday 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 5:30pm - 7pm
Thursday 5:30pm - 7pm
Friday 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Telephone

+919073866010

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