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New Delhi, India
74
Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
Goa International Film Festival of India
Goa, India · Est. 1952 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Goa, India
100
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 74 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at INOX Complex
- Press/industry coverage
Overview
The International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held annually in Goa since 2004, is Asia's oldest and largest film festival, founded in 1952 and recognized by FIAPF. It showcases a diverse array of over 240 films from 80+ countries across competitive and curated sections—including fiction, documentaries, experimental cinema, and restored classics—while serving as India's premier gateway to global cinema and a platform for soft power diplomacy.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+63 pts)
- 74 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at INOX Complex
- Press/industry coverage
- Wikipedia-verified (48 refs, 33 languages)
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (6 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- PRESS_COVERAGE
- Documented history with archived programs
- WIKIDATA_VERIFIED
- INTERNATIONAL_NOTABILITY
Festival Details
Founded
1952
Venue
INOX Complex
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
8
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