Submit work across animation, VFX, video games, comics, XR, and AI for FICCI BAF Awards 2026.
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FICCI FRAMES 2026
A national platform for animation, VFX, gaming, comics, XR, and AI creators to be seen by industry leaders.
Established in 2004 by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the Best Animated Frames (BAF) Awards were created to recognize the exemplary achievements of both students and professionals in the dynamic field of animation.
Over the years, the BAF Awards have transformed into a global platform, attracting high-calibre submissions from talented individuals and teams worldwide. The most recent edition saw participation of nearly 300 entries spanning 12 different countries.
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Explore the award categories. We encourage participation from creators, studios, independent professionals, and students from all over the world.
Short films, TV series, 2D/3D productions, commercials, and OTT specials.
Episodic VFX, feature films visual effects, and VFX shot of the year.
Indie games, mobile/PC/console builds, AR/VR games, and game art.
Graphic novels, writing, comic artists, colorists, covers, and webtoons.
Educational VR/AR/MR projects, museum exhibits, and interactive installations.
AI-assisted 2D/3D animation, photorealistic backgrounds, and humans.
Make sure to track the dates to lock your submissions before the portal closes.
Released, broadcasted, or completed works from this date are eligible.
All submissions must fall between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026.
Online portal closes. Late entries or unpaid drafts will not be reviewed.
Gala celebration at Grand Hyatt, Mumbai. Live announcement of winners.
Gaming nominees showcase and pitch live to the jury on Day 1 of IGDC.
Hear from the students, studios, and creators who set milestones at previous BAF Award ceremonies.
“Winning the BAF Award in 2025 for our short film gave our student team national recognition. It catapulted our career and connected us directly with Disney India.”
“BAF is India's most rigorous awards for VFX. The 'Before & After' breakdowns required for submission ensure that only genuine talent wins.”
Take your place among the best in animation, visual effects, and game design. Register and lock your entries before the published submission deadline.