The Festival
OISFF 2026
Odisha's first international short film festival — a season of cinema that begins in July and crowns its stories in October.
Main Event21 October 2026
VenueRabindra Mandap, Bhubaneswar
FormatShort films up to 40 minutes
Awards20+ categories
The Festival Journey
21 July 2026
Festival Events Begin
Community screenings, workshops, and filmmaker meets open across Odisha, building toward the grand finale.
To Be Announced
Nominations & Screenings
Nomination forms launch soon. Selected films travel through curated screenings and jury rounds.
21 October 2026
The Grand Finale
The main event and awards night at Rabindra Mandap, Bhubaneswar — red carpet, premieres, and honours.
The Stage
Rabindra Mandap, Bhubaneswar
The city's iconic cultural auditorium hosts the awards night — where 50+ countries and 1000+ filmmakers meet on one stage.
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