Summary: The International Film Festival of India 2025 will be held from 20th to 28th November 2025 in Goa, India. The festival is organized jointly by the National Film Development Corporation of India and the Government of India.
The 56th International Film Festival of India was established in 1952 by the government of Goa. The festival aims to provide a common platform for filmmakers from around the world to showcase their excellence in film art.
The festival is hosted by the government of Goa and the Directorate of Film Festival with the theme of Ayam nijam paroveti gananā laghuchetasām, Udāracharitānām tu vasudhaiva kutumbakam (This is for me, and that is for others—is the thinking of a narrow-minded person).
IFFI is the only film festival in South Asia that is accredited by the International Federation of Film Producers’ Associations (FIAPF) of the international festivals in the Competitive Feature Films Category.
The National Film Awards 2025 present the 56th edition of the International Film Festival of India, with info like where it’s celebrated, who will join the festival, how many countries are in there, and much more.
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56th International Film Festival of India Date & Venue
The 56th edition of the festival, featuring a competition for feature films from around the world, will be held in Goa. This time is more exciting because there is a collaboration of films and new technology. The WAVES Film Bazaar and the IFFI, along with LTIMindtree, are launching the first-ever Cinema AI Hackathon.
| Event | 56th International Film Festival of India |
| Date | November 20 – 28, 2025 |
| Venue | Goa, India |
| Time | 11:00 AM |
International Film Festival of India 2025 Registration
The delegate registration fee is ₹1,000. Once the delegate registration is complete, the applicant can access all film screenings through the booking app. But as a student, Delegate Registration is free. Click on the button below and register yourself in IFFI 2025.
Note: The Registration Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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International Film Festival of India 2025 Ticket Price
The International Film Festival of India 2025 ticket prices are based on the category. If you are a student, then it’s a bumper offer for you; there are no charges for students. Below, we mention the category-wise ticket price.
- Film Professionals: ₹1180 (including 18% GST)
- Cine Enthusiasts: ₹1180 (including 18% GST)
- Delegate – Student: ₹0
Note: The deadline to apply for media accreditation has been extended to November 10.
International Film Festival of India 2025 Awards
The IFFI Awards have 4 major categories and 13 subcategories. Below, we mention all the categories with subcategories.
Golden Peacock Award
- Best Feature Film
- Best Short Film
Silver Peacock Award
- Best Feature Film
- Best Director
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best Debut Film of a Director
- Best Indian Debut Director Award
- Special Jury Award and Special Mention
Special Award
- ICFT UNESCO Gandhi Medal
- Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award
- Indian Film Personality of the Year Award
OTT Award
- IFFI Best Web Series (OTT) Award
The International Film Festival of India was founded on 24 January 1952. It’s been 74 years completed. Their 56th edition will be celebrated from 20th to 28th November 2025 in the capital of Goa. We mention all the details, register you for the IFFI Festival, and sign you up for more updates.
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FAQs
Q1. Who can participate in IFFI?
IFFI is open to filmmakers, producers, actors, industry professionals, media, delegates, and cinema enthusiasts.
Q2. Is The Registration Fee Refundable?
No, it is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Q3. Will I Receive A Receipt/Invoice For My Registration Fee?
Yes. Once registration is complete, delegates can view and print their payment receipts from their MyIFFI account.
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