Have you ever been to Rajasthan ? We promise it’s a very special experience and that’s why we want to make sure you have a chance to submit your film at our festival !

Simply use code 10RIFF2025 during checkout , for surprise Intro discount it will be automatically applied. Code is valid until OCT 31 at before First Deadline.

USP of RIFF : RIFF - Rajasthan International Film Festival is validated by FFSI ( Federation of Film Societies of India ) and its give 100% sure Screening of Official Selected Film in Cinema Hall ( DCP J2k Format ) and Official Selected Film will be in Competition means Nomination for RIFF 2025 Award Night for Recognition with Certificate , memento and RIFF Award Trophy.

After Successful TEN editions ( Eight editions in Jaipur and Two editions in Jodhpur ) the next 11th edition of RIFF - Rajasthan International Film Festival - RIFF 2024 will be held from 1st FEB - 5th FEB 2025 at JODHPUR, Rajasthan.

RIFF - 11th edition from 1st Feb to 5th Feb'25 .The Opening ceremony on 1st Feb'25 & closing ceremony & RIFF Award Night on 5th Feb'25 at Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

About the RIFF :
RIFF - Rajasthan International Film Festival stands being a organization in the area of international cinema, initiate by RIFF FILM CLUB, Non Profit organization , which will make endeavors towards imparting a novel identity to the world cinema, through conducting film festivals in Rajasthan every year. RIFF will continue to work concerning technical and academic aspects of cinema. The organization will make attempts to connect the world cinema with the common public and making it a social concern, through conducting various seminars, debates and discussions.

After Successful TEN editions ( Eight editions in Jaipur and Two editions in Jodhpur ) next 11th edition of RIFF - Rajasthan International Film Festival - RIFF 2025 will be held from 1 - 5 FEB 2025 at Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

Rajasthan International Film Festival ( RIFF ) is the biggest Academic and Glamour Film Festival in Rajasthan. This 5 days extravaganza showcases a diverse, language independent, selection of the best feature films, documentaries and short films from around the world, on themes of Hindi and English and other Rajasthani cultures and identities.

In addition, the festival also features concerts, gala events, film parties, seminars, workshops and networking opportunities with government representatives, business leaders, local organizations that support film development, film stars, producers, directors, members of the media and more.

RIFF Seasons :

1st - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2015 ZEE CINEMA RIFF 2015 - COMMON MAN IN CINEMA ( 18-20 Jan. 2015 ) at Shilpgram, Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur

2nd - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2016 – ZEE CINEMA RIFF 2016 - CINEMA : VILLAGE Vs GLOBAL VILLAGE ( 17-20 Jan. 2016 ) at Cinepolis , World Trade Park (WTP), Jaipur, (Raj) and RIFF Award Night at Birla Auditorium, Jaipur, Rajasthan

3rd - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2017 – RIFF 2017 - CINEMA : TRADITIONAL CINEMA Vs NEW TECHNIQUE IN CINEMA ( 14-18 Jan. 2017 ) at Cinepolis , World Trade Park (WTP) Jaipur, (Raj) and RIFF Award Night at Birla Auditorium, Jaipur, Rajasthan

4th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2018 – RIFF 2018 - STREE : WOMANHOOD IN CINEMA ( 20-23 Jan. 2018 ) at INOX, Crystal Palm, C-Scheme,Jaipur, Rajasthan and RIFF Award Night at Birla Auditorium, Jaipur, Rajasthan

5th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2019 – RIFF 2019 - THE MAHATMA ON CELLULOID ( 19-23 Jan. 2019 ) at INOX, Crystal Palm, C-Scheme,Jaipur, Rajasthan and RIFF Award Night at INOX Insignia, GT Central , Jaipur, Rajasthan

6th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2020 – RIFF 2020 - 5 Years of RIFF & 150 years of MAHATMA GANDHI ( 18-22 Jan. 2020 ) at Cinepolis , World Trade Park (WTP) Jaipur, (Raj) and RIFF Award Night at Open Theatre , Jawahar Kala Kendra , Jaipur , Rajasthan

7th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2021 – RIFF 2021 - MUSIC IN CINEMA ( 20-24 March 2021 ) at Miraj Cinema Jaipur & Jodhpur and RIFF Award Nght at Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur Rajasthan

8th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2022 – RIFF 2022 - CINEMA & SPIRITUALITY ( 25-30 March 2022 ) at INOX , Jodhpur, Rajasthan and RIFF Award Nght at Jaswant Thada, Jodhpur , Rajasthan

9th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2023 – RIFF 2023 - SPORTS IN CINEMA ( 1st to 5th Feb. 2023 ) at INOX, Crystal Palm, C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan and RIFF Award Night at Open Theatre , Jawahar Kala Kendra , Jaipur , Rajasthan

10th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2024 – RIFF 2024 - ( 27th Jan. to 31st Jan. 2024 ) at The Gem Cinema, MI Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan

11th - Rajasthan International Film Festival 2025 – RIFF 2025 - ( 1st Feb. to 5th Feb. 2025 ) at Jodhpur, Rajasthan COMING SOON.....

Simply use code 10RIFF2025 during checkout , for surprise Intro discount it will be automatically applied. Code is valid until OCT' 31 at before First Deadline.

Awards & Prizes

SPECIAL AWARDS : [ Max. 11]
RIFF 2025 --- Life Time Achievement award in Hindi Cinema [1]
RIFF 2025 --- Life Time Achievement award in International Cinema [1]
RIFF 2025 --- Life Time Achievement award in Rajasthani Cinema [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Theme Award [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Pride of Rajasthan [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Honorary Award for Excellence In Indian Cinema [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Honorary Award for Excellence In International Cinema [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Honorary Award for Excellence In Rajasthani Cinema [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Hasrat Jaipuri Special Award for Contribution in Bollywood [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Special Award for Common Man in Cinema [1]
RIFF 2025 ---- Best Author of year 2024 [1]

Awards Trophies For [Competition Films category ] :

RIFF 2025 - Short Films ( NATIONAL/HINDI ) [ Max. 5 ]
RIFF 2025 - Short Films ( REGIONAL ) [ Max. 5 ]
RIFF 2025- Short Films ( RAJASTHANI ) [ Max. 5 ]
RIFF 2025 - Short Films Student Category [ Max. 5 ]
RIFF 2025 - Short Films ( INTERNATIONAL ) [ Max. 5]

RIFF 2025 - Documentary Films ( NATIONAL ) [ Max. 3 ]
RIFF 2025 - Documentary Films ( INTERNATIONAL ) [ Max. 3 ]

RIFF 2025 - Animation Films ( NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL ) [ Max. 3 ]

RIFF 2025 - Music/Song Video Album ( NATIONAL/HINDI ) [ Max.3 ]
RIFF 2025 - Music/Song Video Album ( REGIONAL ) [ Max. 3 ]
RIFF 2025 - Music/Song Video Album ( RAJASTHANI ) [ Max. 3 ]

RIFF 2025 - Feature Films ( NATIONAL/HINDI ) [ Max. 10 ]
RIFF 2025 - Feature Films ( REGIONAL ) [ Max. 10 ]
RIFF 2025 - Feature Films ( RAJASTHANI ) [ Max. 5 ]
RIFF 2025 - Feature Films ( INTERNATIONAL ) [ Max. 5 ]

Rules & Terms

NON FEATURE FILMS : [Competition Films]

Non Feature Films include Short/Doc/Animated Films/Music/Song Video Album ( ALL FORMATS, ALL GENRES ARE ACCEPTED FROM ALL CONTINENTS)
* Duration for competition category: ( 1 minute to 45 minutes Only for Documentary Film/s & Short Fiction Film/s and Animation Films)
* All films / documentaries shot on film or Video (Analog / Digital format) between 1st January 2022 to 31st December 2024 within a running duration.
* There shall be Four categories in the festival: short fiction film, documentary film, animation film, Music/Song Video Album :

[A] - To be eligible for short film category competition section, a film must be less than 45 minutes in duration.
[B] - Documentary competition section must not exceed duration of more than 45 minutes.
[C] - Animation competition section must not exceed duration of more than 45 minutes.
[D] - Music/Song Video Album competition section must not exceed duration of more then 20 minutes.
* PROOF OF STUDENT IS A MUST for 50% Discount ] ( Its include Screening of Films )
* Film Entry Submission Last Date for Non Feature Film : 31 Dec. 2024
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FEATURE FILM : [Competition Films]

* Feature Films ( ALL FORMATS, ALL GENRES ARE ACCEPTED FROM ALL CONTINENTS)
* The film should be a Feature Film and Duration for competition category more then 45 min. It should have been released or Production complete after 1st Jan. 2024 and If have Censor Certificate then date between 25 Dec. 2023 to 31 Dec 2024
* Film Entry Submission Last Date for Feature Film : 31st Dec. 2024
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VIEWING ROOM FILMS - FILM MARKET ( FM ) : [Non Competition Films]

Viewing Room Films - Film Market ( FM) includes Short / Documentary / Long Documentary / Feature Films / Animation Films / Web Series / Music Video Albums duration more then 1 min above ( only Accept High Resolution MP4 formats, All Genres are accepted from All continents. ) are under Non Competition Films Category.

Short Length ( less then 30 min )
Mid Length ( Between 30 to 60 min )
Feature Length ( Above 60 min )

The RIFF Viewing Room ( FM) presents films from All Continents, which are recently completed or still in post-production, at the Film Bazaar. These films are looking for film festivals, world sales, distribution partners and also finishing funds.

RIFF Viewing Room ( FM) connect Sellers (filmmakers) with Buyers (film programmers, distributors, world sales agents and investors) from around the world. Buyers are able to watch the films, access details about the films as well as contact the filmmakers. This is a specially curated section of the RIFF Viewing Room Film Market.
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  • Irfan Shekh

    I think they can do much better. They were advocating Atithi Devo Bhava (Guest is god) and that was only applicable for those who were paying for them for hotels and foods at a very high cost. That's how I feel.

    February 2024
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  • Ying Chu

    Gratitude is extended to Rajasthan International Film Festival for bestowing upon us this honor.

    February 2024
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  • VIJAY CHAUGULE

    Respected, Rajasthan International Film Festival.
    I'm super glad to be a part of the 10th Rajasthan International Film Festival - 2024 with my short film 'VYARTH'.
    Thanks for awarding "Vyarth" as " BEST REGIONAL SHORT FILM".
    It has been an honor to be a part of this incredible film festival.
    May the festival continue to provide filmmakers with a platform that encourages creativity and expressiveness.
    Writer & Director: Vijay Chaugule

    February 2024
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  • Ryan Graham

    We had an outstanding experience in Jaipur, the Pink City. The organizers and volunteers at RIFF made us feel right at home throughout our adventure. Chance of a lifetime, and we will carry these relationships with us throughout our career!

    February 2023
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  • Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women

    It was an awesome experience at RIFF 2022 @ Jodhpur. Met a lot of film enthusiasts and filmmakers. Sharing knowledge with them was a great experience. I suggest this film festival for the young filmmakers who really want to be motivated. Thanks to the entire team for such a wonderful hospitality. Thank you and meet you again.

    April 2022
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