IIFF is one of the Fastest Growing Film Festivals of South Asia and the largest film festival of Pakistan where filmmakers bridge with industry professionals, and connect with a global audience, the film market and investors. The festival is dedicated to celebrating the art of filmmaking and nurturing the creativity of emerging filmmakers Nationally and Internationally with Industry Icons.

IIFF is a yearly event and is open to films of all genres and languages from across the world. Winners receive an award, partnership opportunities and an official Red Carpet Invitation. IIFF Labs offers workshops, trainings and masterclasses to enthusiasts and emerging filmmakers from industry's leading coaches, screenwriters and filmmakers.

Best Feature Film - Award/Certificate
Best International Short Film - Award/Certificate
Best National Short Film - Award/Certificate
Best Documentary - Award/Certificate
Best Student Film - Award/Certificate
Best Animation Short Film - Award/Certificate
Best Action Short Film - Award/Certificate
Best Comedy Short Film - Award/Certificate
Best Drama Short Film - Award/Certificate
Best Horror/Thriller Short Film - Award/Certificate
Best Producer - Award/Certificate
Best Director - Award/Certificate
Best Cinematography - Award/Certificate
Best Screenplay - Award/Certificate
Best Editor - Award/Certificate
Best Sound - Award/Certificate
Best Actor - Award/Certificate
Best Actress - Award/Certificate

1. Feature Film submissions must be with a minimum runtime of 60 minutes and a maximum of 180 minutes, including credits.

2. Short Film submissions must be within a minimum runtime of 5 minutes and a maximum of 45 minutes, including credits.

3. Films containing explicit sexual content, nudity, racism, or material that disrespects religion or cultural sensitivities will not be considered for selection.

4. The festival is open to films from across the world.

5. Films in languages other than English must have English subtitles, synchronized.

6. All entry fees are non-refundable.

7. Festival sponsors may have their logos displayed during the event.

8. The festival shall request a downloadable file in the format requested by the festival only if selected for screening purposes.

9. The festival retains the right to reject any entry that violate the rules.

10. The decision of the festival selection committee and jury will be final.

11. The submitter is responsible for the ownership and authenticity of the project. The submitter/filmmaker confirms that all rights, including music, footage, and performances are cleared for festival screening.

12. Submission to the festival implies acceptance of all of the terms above.

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  • Rashid Baloch

    The festival was the worst organised I have ever seen. They didn't give me the award of Winner That I got The best short National Film, they only ignored me and do not even reply of emails. It's a self-serving team; they have absolutely no interest in the films.

    April 2026
    Response from festival:

    Hey Rashid, Please note, IIFF does not deliver awards, winners are invited to the event to receive it at the grand award ceremony. Congratulations once again. It is recommended to attend.

  • The festival was the worst organized I've ever seen. They didn't give me the award I received, and despite my repeated attempts to contact them, they only responded disrespectfully and ignored me. It's a self-serving team; they have absolutely no interest in the films.

    March 2026
    Response from festival:

    Dear Evrim, we apologize for your experience, please email us at connect@iiffofficial.com. Please note, IIFF does not deliver awards, winners are invited to the event to receive it at the grand award ceremony. Congratulations once again!

  • I am very happy to receive an award at your festival and to be among the selected films.
    It was an honor.

    July 2025
    Response from festival:

    Thank you Mahmood!

  • Fernando Pazin

    Magnifico Festival, lo recomendamos a todos los cineastas.

    July 2025
    Response from festival:

    Gracias!

  • Thanks for everything, I hope this festival keep going every single year and stronger than the last year

    October 2024
    Response from festival:

    Thank you for your feedback and warm wishes! Hope to see you again next season.