JAIPUR AI
FILM FESTIVAL 2026
India's Celebration of AI Storytelling
Experience the future of filmmaking where Artificial Intelligence meets human creativity. Showcase your AI-powered films, connect with creators, and celebrate the next generation of cinema.
Welcome to Jaipur AI Film Festival
The Jaipur AI Film Festival celebrates the future of filmmaking by bringing together storytellers, filmmakers, AI artists, musicians, designers, students and innovators from around the world.
Whether your film is created using Runway, Veo, Kling, Midjourney, ComfyUI, ChatGPT, ElevenLabs or any other AI technology, this festival is your stage.
Why we exist
Inspire AI Storytelling
Encourage creators to explore new forms of cinematic expression.
Build Global Community
Connect filmmakers, artists, AI creators and industry professionals.
Shape the Future
Create India's leading platform dedicated to AI-powered cinema.
Why Jaipur
The Pink City — where heritage architecture, thriving culture and a fast-growing innovation ecosystem set the perfect stage for a new kind of cinema.
Creative Heritage
Centuries of artistry, craft and storytelling.
Historic Architecture
Palaces and forts as cinematic backdrops.
Startup Ecosystem
A rising hub for creators and technologists.
Tourism
One of India's most-visited cultural destinations.
Culture
Music, dance, cuisine and hospitality at its finest.
Innovation
Where tradition meets a new creative frontier.
Five ways to compete
AI Short Film
AI Music Video
AI Animation
Student AI Film
Best AI Advertisement
Festival journey
Submissions Open
Aug 2026
Submission Deadline
Oct 2026
Official Selections
Nov 2026
Finalist Announcement
Nov 2026
Award Ceremony
Nov 2026
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Recognition worth chasing
Best AI Film
- Cash Prize
- Trophy
- Certificate
Best AI Music Video
- Cash Prize
- Trophy
- Certificate
Best AI Animation
- Cash Prize
- Trophy
- Certificate
Jury Special Mention
- Cash Prize
- Trophy
- Certificate
Audience Choice Award
- Cash Prize
- Trophy
- Certificate
What winners take home
Simple, open, worldwide
Any tool, any workflow
Powered together
Technology Partner
Slot open — become a founding partner.
Education Partner
Slot open — become a founding partner.
Venue Partner
Slot open — become a founding partner.
Media Partner
Slot open — become a founding partner.
Community Partner
Slot open — become a founding partner.
Hospitality Partner
Slot open — become a founding partner.
More than a screening
International Exposure
Reach a worldwide audience of filmmakers, curators and press.
Industry Recognition
Official laurels and certificates that carry weight.
Networking
Meet creators, studios and technology partners.
Awards
Compete for a substantial prize pool across categories.
Screening Opportunity
Your work on a professional festival screen.
Future Collaborations
Open doors to co-productions and commissions.
Jaipur, Rajasthan
- Modern Auditorium
- Professional Screening
- Networking Lounges
- Award Ceremony Stage
Moments from the journey
Answers
Any filmmaker, artist, student or studio worldwide creating AI-assisted films.
Yes. We have a dedicated Student AI Film category.
Any tool — Runway, Veo, Sora, Midjourney, ComfyUI, ElevenLabs and beyond.
A nominal submission fee applies. Details announced with the open call.
Absolutely. Submissions are open globally.
An international jury of filmmakers, technologists and artists reviews all finalists.
Stay Updated
Get festival announcements, deadlines and jury updates.
Get in touch
For submissions, partnerships and press inquiries.