Welcome to the 3rd edition of Abhijaat International Film Festival, organized by the Abhijaat Film Society. Our festival is dedicated to honouring the artistry and vision of short filmmaking, showcasing a carefully curated selection of films that encompass a wide range of genres and themes. As passionate society for the cinematic arts, we are committed to providing a platform where emerging filmmakers can shine and established filmmakers can further their artistic endeavours. Through screenings, and engaging panel discussions, we aim to foster an environment of creativity, collaboration, and cultural exchange. Join us as we celebrate storytelling in its most concise and powerful form, connecting filmmakers with audiences who appreciate the art of filmmaking. At the Abhijaat Film Festival, every film is a journey, every filmmaker a storyteller, and every viewer a part of our cinematic family. We can't wait to share this exciting adventure with you!

Awards & Prizes

Best Feature Film Winner (Chitratapaswi V.Shantaram Award) - Award Trophy + Certificate + 21,000 (INR)
Best Short Film - Award Trophy + Certificate + 15,000 (INR)
Best Short Film Runner Up - Award Trophy + Certificate + 11,000 (INR)
Best Documentary Film - Award Trophy + Certificate + 5,000 (INR)
Best Animation Short Film - Award Trophy + Certificate + 4,000 (INR)
Best Video Song Winner- Award Trophy + Certificate + 4,000 (INR)
Best AI Short Film - Award Trophy + Certificate + 3,000 (INR)
Best Short Film Local Filmmaker - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2500 (INR)
Best Short Film (Jury Mention) - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,500 (INR)
Best Director - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,500 (INR)
Best Screenplay - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Cinematography - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Editing - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Sound - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Actor (Male) - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Actor (Female) - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Actor (Child) - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Student Short Film - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Art Direction - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Best Dialogues - Award Trophy + Certificate + 2,000 (INR)
Audience Choice Award - Award Trophy + Certificate + 1,000 (INR)

Rules & Terms

Eligibility Criteria:

• Open to filmmakers of all levels, from amateurs to professionals.
• Open to all genres of Feature Film, Short films , Documentary, Animation, Ai Short Film, Video song etc.
• Duration forFeature Film should be Under 140 minutes including credits.
• Duration for Animation Film and Ai Film should be Minimum 2 minutes and maximum 20 minutes including credits.
• Duration for Short Film, Documentary & Music Video should be Minimum 2 minutes and maximum 30 minutes including credits.

Submission Guidelines:

• Films must be submitted with English subtitles (if the original language is not English).
• Submission formats commonly accepted include online screeners (via platforms like Vimeo or YouTube, Google Drive) or file uploads (such as MP4 or MOV) along.
•Submission of film poster and synopsis is compulsory

Copyright and Permissions:

• Filmmakers must have the necessary rights, licenses, and permissions for all aspects of their film, including music, images, and any copyrighted material used.

Originality:

• Entries must be original works of the submitting filmmaker(s). Plagiarism or unauthorized use of another person’s intellectual property will result in disqualification.

Multiple Entries:

• Filmmakers may submit multiple entries, but each film must be accompanied by a separate entry form and separate submission fee

Selection and Judging:

• Selection criteria typically include artistic merit, storytelling, technical quality, and Direction.
• A panel of judges or jury will evaluate the films and their decisions will be final.

Notification and Screening:

• Filmmakers whose films are selected will be notified via email or through the festival’s website.
• Selected films will be screened during the festival, and filmmakers may be invited to participate in Q&A sessions or other festival events.

Rights:

• By submitting a film, filmmakers grant the festival the right to screen the film during the festival and potentially use excerpts or images from the film for promotional purposes.
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  • Guab Chaggar

    Incredibly excited and honoured to have been selected at the Festival for 'CLIENT A' a short film based on a real life case study, helping to raise awareness about domestic issues.

    December 2025
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  • Avinash Kambikar

    The Abhijat International Short Film Festival has emerged as a strong platform for meaningful and content-driven short cinema. With its carefully curated selection, the festival highlights powerful storytelling, social themes, and artistic experimentation. It gives deserving space to independent filmmakers and encourages fresh voices from across the country.

    Adding to the festival’s credibility, the short film “Sultan” received 1st Runner-Up and Best Art Design awards, reflecting the festival’s appreciation for strong narrative depth and visual aesthetics. Overall, the Abhijat International Short Film Festival stands out as a sincere celebration of short films that value craft, content, and creative integrity.

    December 2025
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  • Jorge Morais

    Even though I couldn’t attend in person, the Abhijaat International Short Film Festival was such a wonderful experience. The organizers were incredibly responsive and communicative, answering all my questions quickly, and through their social media updates... I felt like I could still be part of the festival from afar.
    I’m truly grateful that my project, In Half, was honored as Best Animation Short Film, It made the whole experience even more special.
    Abhijaat is a festival that clearly cares about filmmakers and audiences alike, and I hope it continues to grow and thrive, giving a platform to independent cinema from all over the world. Wishing the festival all the best in future editions, it’s a celebration of creativity that deserves to keep shining!

    शुभकामनाएँ!

    December 2025
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    Response from festival:

    Thank You so much sir... it means a lot

  • Chandan Priyadarshi

    Very professional team, excellent in communications and overall vibe was very nice and raw... thankyou Abhijaat International Short Film Festival

    December 2025
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