The road to the 98th Academy Awards has officially opened for Indian filmmakers. The Film Federation of India (FFI) has kickstarted the process to select India’s official entry for the prestigious Oscars. Applications will be accepted from 15 August to 10 September 2025, marking the beginning of the country’s biggest film contest of the year.
The decision was made during a recent FFI executive meeting. A jury chaired by a senior industry expert, along with members from India’s creative community, will screen the submitted films. The final selection will be made by vote after all screenings conclude. The chosen film will be announced on 28 September 2025.
What Makes a Film Eligible?
Not every film can make the cut. To qualify:
- The film must be released in India between 1 October 2024 and 30 September 2025.
- It must have a theatrical run of at least 7 consecutive days.
- At least 60% of the dialogue must be in an Indian language or dialect.
- Official proof of release and theatre screening is mandatory.
This ensures that only the most deserving and widely released films are considered.
Submitting Your Entry? Here’s What You Need
To apply, producers must send:
- A detailed list of artists and technicians
- A synopsis
- An English-subtitled version of the film
- Any film festival awards or nominations
- A link to the film’s official website or page
Format guidelines will be shared post submission.
The application fee is ₹1,25,000 + GST. This non-refundable amount must be paid to the FFI before the deadline.
Mark These Dates
- Submission opens: 15 August 2025
- Last date to apply: 10 September 2025, 6:00 p.m.
- Final entry announcement: 28 September 2025
Want to Compete? Here’s Where to Apply
Interested filmmakers must send their entries to:
Film Federation of India
B-3, 3rd Floor, Everest Building
Tardeo Road, Mumbai – 400034
Contacts:
Anupam Dasgupta, Secretary – 📞 96190 79362
Mahendra M. Jadhav, Asst. Secretary – 📞 06369 387186
Office Line: 022-2351 5531
The Oscars offer global recognition to Indian cinema. And this yearly selection process is the key step that bridges Indian stories with the world stage.
