GIFC is established to cherish the emerging talent in the fields of art and films. The main objective is to give platform to the new artists and actors to portray their talent. GIFC has a modern theme. Films in various categories such as World Competition, Marathi Competition, Global Cinema, Country Focus and Retrospective, from various countries and cultures are introduced. A recognized jury panel decides awards for films in the competitive sections. Gifc looks forward for participation of actors, film makers as well as the emerging artists to platform their talent to the world.

Awards & Prizes

Best Feature Film - 1st Prize :- Rs 15,000 + Gift
Best Short Film - 2nd Prize :- Rs 10,000 + Gift
Best Music Video - 3rd Prize :- Rs 5,000 + Gift
Best Documentary - 4th Prize :- Rs 3,000 + Gift
Gifc Choice :- Best Film Rs 7,000 + Gift

Rules & Terms

1) GIFC is a film festival competition open to all Organizations / Agency’s / Independent / Producer / Director.
2) All entries must reach the before due date or submit via online.
3) Clearly Mention The Category And Section Of Entry – International / National – Feature Films / Short Films / Documentary’s.
3) No enquiry arguments will be entertained regarding non selected film. The Decision of selection committee will be final.
4) GIFC Festival has right to use the entries films for the Films And Festival promotion.( Teaser / Trailer and Film Poster only )
5) Films / Documentary’s that are submitted must be entrants original work and shall not infringe on any copyrights, entrants agree that they have obtained all necessary copyrights permission regarding music, sound, and images etc. GIFC organization will not be held liable for any copyright violation by you are your film.
6) The code of conduct will have to be strictly followed by the entrants misbehavior may lead to disqualification and legal action.
7) Films / Web Series And Documentary’s once entered in film festival will not be allowed to be withdrawn. participation in the GIFC implies acceptance of all of these rules, No Refund Policy.
8) The Decisions of the Jury’s will be final and accepted by all.
9) Please Note This Is A Online Event And Their Is Courier Charges Is Applicable To Courier Momentos.
10) All the Participants and Awardees are requested to maintain the festival heritage, Credentials, code of conduct and good will.
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  • Anubhab Adhikary

    Absolutely no communication from the festival. Not sure even if it exists.

    April 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Can you share only one screenshot of it? At what time has our team not given a reply to you?

  • Asif Pav

    Gained nothing, no updates, selection to all entries,

    March 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Hello Sir
    Thank You For Your Response

    Please note official selection isn’t for every entry’s (participant) and we are also not given to everyone who is participated, all updates has timely updated on our every social media platforms even filmfreeway also please check once again, and about getting something many filmmaker’s has got, cash prizes, trophy’s and certificates, producers and big projects from us for their upcoming films.

    Thank you
    Best Wishes
    Team GIFC

  • sathya R

    Heartfelt Thanks for Supporting Independent Filmmakers!

    Thank you for appreciating independent filmmakers and their work. You are doing an amazing job by giving us this platform and recognition.

    Watching over 100+ films is no small task, and we truly appreciate the patience and dedication with which you reviewed each submission—recognising genuine talent and giving credit where it’s due. It means a lot to filmmakers like us.

    Wishing you and your entire team great success in all your future endeavours. Thank you once again for your support and encouragement.

    Warm regards,
    R.Sathya Narayanan
    Writer - Director

    January 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you sir

    Best Wishes for your upcoming projects

  • Hemanth B

    I don't know what aspects they are considering,
    and also it's not at all considered a film festival, they are just uploading a YouTube video with 500views, and with cheap free random templates, with copyrighted music, that's it for all the effort?
    and considering a film too, not with sound design or plot, story, lighting, they are not talking any of the aspects i think so,
    even i doubted that they are watching the films or not?

    so am new to all these festivals and all, but after I got to know all this, most of the festival not meant for you.
    and some are not meant for anyone,
    This festival belongs to the 2nd category.

    January 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you for your feedback regarding your film “Knot.”
    We would like to clarify that all submissions to GIFC – Goa International Film Competition are reviewed in full by our screening committee and jury based on defined creative and technical parameters.

    The absence of an award does not imply that a film was not viewed or evaluated. Public uploads or view counts are not part of the judging criteria, as evaluations are completed independently using the original submission files.

    We Appreciate Your participation and wish you the best for your future projects.

    Regards,
    GIFC Team

  • Suresh G

    “Goa International Film Competition provided a smooth submission process and timely communication. The platform supports independent filmmakers and showcases diverse voices from around the world. Happy to be part of the selection.”

    December 2025
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you sir

    Best Wishes For Your Upcoming Projects