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Saregama India
4.0
based on 254 Reviews
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Saregama brings to you a most comprehensive collection of Evergreen Hindi songs, Ghazals, Hindustani, Carnatic & Devotional music. Saregama also offers Music cards
Overall Rating
4.0/5
based on 254 reviews
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Work Policy
Work from office
87% employees reported
Monday to Friday
48% employees reported
Flexible timing
59% employees reported
Within city
43% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Health insurance
14 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
11 employees reported
Cafeteria
6 employees reported
Office cab/shuttle
4 employees reported
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About Saregama India
Founded in1901 (124 yrs old)
India Employee Count201-500
Global Employee Count201-500
India HeadquartersKolkata, West Bengal, India
Office Locations
Websitesaregama.com
Primary Industry
Other Industries
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Saregama India Ltd., a RP Sanjiv Goenka Group company, is India's oldest music label, youngest film studio and a multi-langauge TV content producer. In 1902, Saregama released India's first ever studio recorded song. In the years that followed, the company continued to expand its catalogue to become the largest in-perpetuity global owner of both sound recording and publishing copyrights of Indian music across 14 different languages. Steadily, the company expanded its portfolio to include intellectual property rights of over 4000 hours of TV content produced for channels in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Bengali. Over the last few decades, the company forayed into retailing music through physical and digital mediums such as CDs, iOS & Android based apps and usb based thematic music cards.Since 2017, Saregama has been making headlines again owing to the launch of two unique initiatives, Saregama Carvaan and Yoodlee Films.
Saregama India Ratings
based on 254 reviews
Overall Rating
4.0/5
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3.8
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3.8
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3.7
Work-life balance
3.7
Work satisfaction
3.6
Skill development
3.4
Job security
3.3
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Saregama India is rated 4.0 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 254 company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Saregama India
based on 245 reviews
4.4
Rated by 26 Women
Rated 4.3 for Skill development and 4.2 for Company culture
3.9
Rated by 219 Men
Rated 3.8 for Company culture and 3.7 for Work-life balance
Work Policy at Saregama India
based on 30 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
87%
Hybrid
10%
Permanent work from home
3%
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Overall Rating | 4.0/5 based on 254 reviews | 3.8/5 based on 52 reviews | 3.1/5 based on 2 reviews | 3.5/5 based on 591 reviews |
Highly Rated for | Salary Company culture | Work-life balance | Company culture Work-life balance Salary | No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | Promotions | Promotions Work satisfaction Company culture | Job security Promotions Skill development | Promotions Job security Work satisfaction |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 87% employees reported | - | - | Work from office 79% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 4.4 Good rated by 26 women | 3.5 Good rated by 14 women | - no rating available | 3.2 Average rated by 118 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.9 Good rated by 219 men | 4.0 Good rated by 31 men | - no rating available | 3.6 Good rated by 435 men |
Job security | 3.4 Average | 3.7 Good | 1.5 Bad | 2.9 Poor |
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Saregama India Salaries
Saregama India salaries have received with an average score of 3.8 out of 5 by 254 employees.
Area Sales Manager
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₹5.7 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr
Deputy Manager
(42 salaries)
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₹7 L/yr - ₹14.7 L/yr
Zonal Sales Manager
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₹13 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
DEP Manager, Sales
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₹8 L/yr - ₹12.3 L/yr
Asst.Marketing Manager
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₹6 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
Catalogue Executive
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₹3.3 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
Sales Executive
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr
Key Account Manager
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₹6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
Sales Manager
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₹10 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
Assistant Sales Manager
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr
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SpicyIP Weekly Review (February 17 – February 23)
- Madras High Court accepted a Letter Rogatory from the US District Court directing Softgel Healthcare to furnish confidential information, marking potential errors in judgment.
- Thomson Reuters vs. Ross Intelligence case highlights flaws in the originality analysis of copyright infringement claims, sparking interest among legal enthusiasts.
- Delhi High Court clarifies the level of information access for scientific expert tiers in the Syngenta case, outlining the role of confidentiality club members.
- Music labels in India, including T-Series and Saregama, claim copyright infringement by OpenAI's use of sound recordings for model training, mirroring the ANI-OpenAI dispute.
- Delhi HC vacated an injunction in DCM Shriram v. Amreek Singh due to suppression of material facts and claimed widespread recognition of trademarks by the defendant.
- CGPDTM invites comments on Draft Guidelines for Processing Patent Applications of Ayush Systems and Related Inventions for clarity on filing and processing procedures.
- SpicyIP aims to expand IP conversations through multilingual writing, encouraging contributions in regional languages to enhance inclusivity in the discourse.
- Courts address various IP disputes, including trademark infringement cases like Havells India Limited vs. Cab-Rio Industries over 'REO' mark and multi-million dollar copyright lawsuit dismissal against Will Smith.
- IP developments globally involve disputes like Birkenstock's lost copyright protection bid and an Austrian businessman's attempt to cancel 007 trademark registrations for a resort project.
- In a significant case, Delhi HC limited Instagram handle infringement of House of Masaba's trademarks, demonstrating ongoing legal battles in the IP domain.
Spicyip | 24 Feb, 2025
After ANI, Bollywood Music Labels Have a Face-off with OpenAI
- Indian Music Industry and music labels are seeking to join the ongoing ANI v. OpenAI case regarding copyright infringement for using their material to train AI models.
- Leading Bollywood music labels like T-Series, Saregama India, and Sony Music, along with Indian Music Industry, are arguing against OpenAI's unauthorized use of their copyrighted sound recordings.
- Anjali Tripathi discusses the legal issues surrounding the unauthorized use of music recordings by OpenAI under Sections 13 and 14 of the Copyright Act.
- OpenAI claims 'fair use' for using sound recordings in training Gen AI models, which could set a precedent for AI companies in India.
- There is a jurisdictional dispute, as OpenAI argues against Indian courts' jurisdiction due to the absence of servers and permanent office in India.
- The broader implications of this case involve potential impacts on AI companies' data usage, music labels' business models, and artists' livelihoods.
- Globally, there is a trend of holding AI companies accountable for copyright infringement, as seen in lawsuits by German GEMA and US news agencies against OpenAI.
- The upcoming hearing on February 21, 2025, is crucial in addressing procedural issues before delving into substantive copyright law questions.
- The case reflects the conflict between intellectual property rights and technological advancements, with India's growing role in the global AI landscape.
- The case's outcome will impact how AI companies access user data in India, potentially reshaping regulations to address copyright issues.
- This landmark case serves as a test for courts in balancing intellectual property rights, technological growth, and economic concerns.
Spicyip | 19 Feb, 2025
T-Series, Saregama, and Sony Music Join Forces Against OpenAI in Indian Copyright Battle
- Major record labels T-Series, Saregama, and Sony Music, have sought to join a copyright lawsuit against OpenAI.
- The legal action accuses OpenAI's ChatGPT of using copyrighted content without permissions.
- The music industry is concerned that AI systems may infringe on their copyrights by extracting lyrics and melodies without consent.
- Similar cases have been observed globally, where content creators are pushing back against unauthorized use of their intellectual property by AI technologies.
Yourstory | 18 Feb, 2025
Delhi HC seeks OpenAI's response as top music labels join ChatGPT’s copyright lawsuit: Report
- The Delhi High Court has demanded a formal response from OpenAI following an intervention plea by the Indian Music Industry (IMI).
- The IMI seeks to intervene in a case brought by news agency Asian News International (ANI) accusing OpenAI of using ANI's material without authorization.
- Major music labels, including T-Series, Saregama, and Sony, are seeking to join the ongoing copyright litigation against OpenAI.
- They claim OpenAI's systems violate their copyrights by using audio recordings to train AI models without authorization.
Yourstory | 18 Feb, 2025
Now, Indian Music Labels Seek To Join Copyright Lawsuit Against OpenAI
- Top Bollywood music labels like T-Series, Saregama, and Sony want to join the ongoing copyright lawsuit against OpenAI in the Delhi High Court.
- The music labels are concerned about the unauthorized use of their sound recordings in training AI models, which they claim breaches their copyright.
- The Indian Music Industry (IMI) group, comprising T-Series, Saregama India, and others, have requested the court to hear the issues related to the unauthorized use of sound recordings in AI model training.
- OpenAI has denied using the content of Indian media groups for training its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, and states that it is not obligated to form partnerships with media outlets.
Inc42 | 14 Feb, 2025
Indian Music Labels T-Series, Saregama Seek to Join Copyright Lawsuit Against OpenAI
- A group of Indian music labels, including T-Series and Saregama, seek to join a copyright lawsuit against OpenAI.
- The labels argue that OpenAI's use of their copyrighted sound recordings breaches intellectual property rights.
- OpenAI claims fair-use principles in using publicly available data for AI model training.
- The lawsuit is expected to influence future use of copyrighted material in AI model training in India.
Analyticsindiamag | 14 Feb, 2025
From Studio to Courtroom: The Copyright Drama Behind ‘En Iniya Pon Nilave’
- The recent Delhi High Court ruling in Saregama India Ltd. v. Vels Films International Ltd. reignites the copyright debate in the Indian film and music industry.
- The dispute revolves around the song “En Iniya Pon Nilave” from the Tamil film Moodu Pani, recreated in Aghathiyaa without authorization from Saregama India Ltd.
- The case questions ownership rights of songs in films, with the court ruling in favor of Saregama as the assignee of the original producer’s rights.
- Legal battle raised questions under Sections 13(4), 14, and 17 of the Copyright Act, 1957.
- Court held the film producer, not the composer, as the original copyright holder, but allowed Vels Films to use the song upon compensation.
- Saregama argued for producer's ownership while Vels Films contended for composer's rights, citing the 2012 Copyright Act amendment.
- The court's ruling affirms producer's primary rights over film songs, aligning with global copyright principles.
- Court's decision signals the need for clearer guidelines on music recreations in the evolving music industry.
- Ruling may impact adaptations and remixes in Indian film industry, emphasizing producer's control over song approvals.
- Lack of statutory clarity on adaptations poses challenges for creative innovation and copyright enforcement in India.
The IP Press | 12 Feb, 2025
Saregama Q3 net up 19% at ₹62.34 crore as revenue rises two-fold
- Saregama reports a 19% increase in net profit, reaching ₹62.34 crore for Q3.
- The revenue from operations grew to ₹483.43 crore, a two-fold increase from the previous year.
- The events segment experienced significant growth, with revenue rising to ₹278.89 crore for the quarter.
- Saregama focuses on diversifying business segments and plans to unlock synergies from complementary verticals.
HinduBusinessLine | 10 Feb, 2025
SpicyIP Weekly Review (February 3 – February 9)
- The Lodha brothers are disputing over the Lodha trademark. The court has sent this 5000 crore question to mediation.
- Several unconfirmed reports suggest discontinuation of the UGC-Care journal list. Samridhi Chugh argues that the list is in urgent need for reform.
- The Chennai Patent Office marks a significant application of the 2024 patent amendments regarding the prima facie requirement in pre-grant oppositions (PGOs).
- The Nayanthara-Dhanush copyright battle in Madras HC has decided it has jurisdiction to hear the infringement suit. Bharathwaj Ramakrishnan discusses the latest developments.
- Indian Courts have been accepting amendment claims as auxiliary claims. Praharsh Gour highlights the difference between amendments under the Patent Act and the auxiliary claims filed before the EPO.
- Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced that CGPDTM will fund law students participating in any international IP moot court competitions.
- The Delhi HC grants permanent injunction in a suit favouring Saregama claiming that a film’s producer is the first owner of the copyright of all its musical works.
- The Union Budget 2025-26 announces key announcements in the innovation, tech, trade, and health sectors including a 20,000 crore investment in R&D.
- The Delhi HC in Gensol vs Mahindra refused to grant an interim injunction in favor of Gensol.
- Burberry Limited vs Mayank Aggarwal And Ors on 31 January permanent injunction granted. The Court gave the decree of permanent injunction against the defendant.
Spicyip | 10 Feb, 2025
Media companies likely to report subdued performance in Q3 results: Nuvama
- Media companies are expected to report a subdued performance in Q3FY25 results.
- Certain segments like multiplex operators and music company Saregama may show growth.
- Multiplex operator PVR INOX is expected to see an increase in revenue, supported by higher ATP, advertising revenue, and other operating income.
- Broadcasters may continue to face challenges with declining ad revenues, but subscription revenues are expected to improve.
HinduBusinessLine | 4 Jan, 2025
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Saregama India FAQs
When was Saregama India founded?
Saregama India was founded in 1901. The company has been operating for 124 years primarily in the Media & Entertainment sector.
Where is the Saregama India headquarters located?
Saregama India is headquartered in Kolkata, West Bengal and has an office in Mumbai
How many employees does Saregama India have in India?
Saregama India currently has more than 300+ employees in India. Sales & Business Development department appears to have the highest employee count in Saregama India based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Saregama India have good work-life balance?
Saregama India has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 62% employees rated Saregama India 4 or above, while 38% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Saregama India work-life balance reviews for more details
Is Saregama India good for career growth?
Career growth at Saregama India is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.3. 38% employees rated Saregama India 3 or below, while 62% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions/appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Saregama India promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in Saregama India?
Working at Saregama India comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for company culture and salary & benefits. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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