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Amber International Film Festival

Rajasthan, India

Festival overview

About Amber International Film Festival

Physical film festival in Rajasthan, India with submission categories including Short Documentaries (up to 30 minutes) and Short Narratives (up to 30 minutes).

Festival is a space for honest storytelling from across the globe. It is built on creative freedom where every voice, every perspective and every form of expression is welcomed.

This did not start as a festival. It was just a few of us looking for a space where films could exist without cuts, without filters.

What began as a small initiative became a community of filmmakers, dreamers and misfits connected by a love for cinema. It was never about perfection.

It was always about perspective. AIFF was created to connect, not to compete.

In an industry driven by scale and perfection, we stand for something quieter: authenticity. Because at its heart, AIFF is not just about films.

It is about building a culture where storytelling feels free, inclusive and truly human.

Schedule

Important Dates

Call for Entries Opens
April 18, 2026
Final Submission Deadline
November 30, 2026
Notification Date
January 1, 2027
Festival Starts
February 7, 2027
Festival Ends
February 8, 2027
Eligibility

Rules & Eligibility

General Rules+

  1. Please indicate whether you wish to make your film available for the online festival, year-round programme, and community screenings.

  2. As AIFF is a curated festival that showcases only a limited number of handpicked films, preference will be given to works that demonstrate originality in storytelling, innovative use of cinematic language, and high artistic standards.

  3. All films must be not released.

  4. Films completed on or after January 1, 2025 are eligible for submission.

  5. Entries are accepted in all languages. All non-English language films must include English subtitles.

  6. Only HD-format film files will be accepted for consideration.

  7. Films are accepted via online screener only. No physical copies, DVDs, or courier submissions are required.

  8. All submissions must be made through EXTERNAL SUBMISSION PLATFORM.

  9. A filmmaker or production company may submit multiple films.

  10. All submission fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.

  11. The final status of selected films will be communicated directly to applicants by 1 January. Selected films must confirm participation in the festival and submit the required promotional materials within the specified timeframe.

  12. Selected films may not be withdrawn once the participation agreement has been signed.

  13. AIFF will not pay screening fees, delivery fees, or any other participation-related fees for selected films.

  14. AIFF does not cover travel, accommodation, or any related expenses for attending filmmakers. All delegates are responsible for making their own arrangements.

  15. All selection decisions are final and binding. AIFF is under no obligation to provide feedback regarding selections or non-selections.

  16. Selected films will also be announced and updated on the official AIFF website.

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Current Categories, Deadlines & Fees

Category

Short Documentaries (up to 30 minutes)

Short Documentaries (up to 30 minutes) currently lists a maximum runtime of 30 minutes. Listed fees include USD 8 early-bird, USD 10 regular, USD 12 late, and USD 15 extended.

Current FeeUSD 8.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 30 minutes
Category

Short Narratives (up to 30 minutes)

Short Narratives (up to 30 minutes) currently lists a maximum runtime of 30 minutes. Listed fees include USD 8 early-bird, USD 10 regular, USD 12 late, and USD 15 extended.

Current FeeUSD 8.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 30 minutes
Category

Mid-length Documentaries (30 to 60 minutes)

Mid-length Documentaries (30 to 60 minutes) currently lists a maximum runtime of 60 minutes. Listed fees include USD 12 early-bird, USD 14 regular, USD 16 late, and USD 20 extended.

Current FeeUSD 12.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 60 minutes
Category

Mid-length Narratives (30 to 60 minutes)

Mid-length Narratives (30 to 60 minutes) currently lists a maximum runtime of 60 minutes. Listed fees include USD 14 early-bird, USD 16 regular, USD 18 late, and USD 20 extended.

Current FeeUSD 14.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 60 minutes
Category

Feature Documentaries (60 minutes and above)

Feature Documentaries (60 minutes and above) currently lists a maximum runtime of 60 minutes. Listed fees include USD 15 early-bird, USD 20 regular, USD 25 late, and USD 30 extended.

Current FeeUSD 15.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 60 minutes
Category

Feature Narratives (60 minutes and above)

Feature Narratives (60 minutes and above) currently lists a maximum runtime of 60 minutes. Listed fees include USD 20 early-bird, USD 25 regular, USD 30 late, and USD 35 extended.

Current FeeUSD 20.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 60 minutes