The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has announced media accreditation details for the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2026. The festival will be held in Panaji, Goa from November 20 to November 28, 2026, featuring film screenings, panel discussions, filmmaker interactions, and networking opportunities for the global film community.
Media accreditation opened on October 1, 2026 and will close on October 15, 2026 through the Press Information Bureau accreditation portal. Required documents for accreditation include a photograph, government identity proof, PIB or state government accreditation card/organization ID with editor's letter, and proof of work in the relevant field. The first 50 successful registrations will be eligible for a complementary Film Appreciation workshop on November 19, 2026 in Panaji.
IFFI, established in 1952, is South Asia's oldest and largest film festival, jointly hosted by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG). Non-media persons may register as delegates through the IFFI Goa website to participate in festival activities. This content may not be financially relevant.