Awards
Cash prizes, trophies
& certificates
Awards are presented across seven competition categories. Winners receive cash prizes together with a trophy and certificate. A Jury Special Mention may be awarded in any category.
Feature · International
Feature Film — International
1st Prize₹1,50,000 · $1568.62
2nd Prize₹75,000 · $784.31
Feature · Marathi
Marathi Feature Film
1st Prize₹1,00,000 · $1568.62
2nd Prize₹75,000 · $784.31
Technical awards: Best Director, Best Actress, Best Actor, Best Cinematography, Best Screenplay, Best Film Editing.
Short · International
International Short Film
1st Prize₹30,000 · $313.72
2nd Prize₹20,000 · $209.15
Documentary · International
International Short Documentary
1st Prize₹30,000 · $313.72
2nd Prize₹20,000 · $209.15
Student · International
International Student Short Film
1st Prize₹25,000 · $261.44
2nd Prize₹20,000 · $209.15
Student Doc · International
International Student Short Documentary
1st PrizeTrophy & Certificate
2nd PrizeJury Special Mention
Short · Marathi
Marathi Short Film
1st Prize₹25,000 · $261.44
2nd Prize₹20,000 · $209.15
For All Categories
Jury Special Mention
Trophy & Certificate — awarded at the jury's discretion across all categories.
Submission Fees (USD)
Fees increase as the deadline nears
| Category | Earlybird | Regular | Late | Extended |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feature Film — International | $35 | $40 | $50 | $60 |
| Marathi Feature Film | $35 | $40 | $50 | $60 |
| International Short Film | $15 | $20 | $25 | $30 |
| International Short Documentary | $15 | $20 | $25 | $30 |
| International Student Short Film | $10 | $12 | $15 | $20 |
| International Student Short Documentary | $10 | $12 | $15 | $20 |
| Marathi Short Film | $10 | $12 | $15 | $20 |
Shown in USD · Indian applicants pay the ₹ equivalent (UPI & cards) · non-refundable · see Festival Info for deadlines.