NHRC Annual Short Film Competition on Human Rights
by National Human Rights Commission, India
Cash prize up to Rs 2,00,000
NHRC Annual Short Film Competition on Human Rights is a competition by National Human Rights Commission, India for children aged 0–100, open to students across India. Registration closes 30 Jun 2026. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Duration
3 to 10mins video
Format
Individual
Time needed
Varies based on film production effort
Key Dates
- Registration opens
- 1 May 2026
- Registration closes
- 30 Jun 2026
- Competition
- 1 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Online · Email and Google Drive
About This Opportunity
The NHRC Annual Short Film Competition on Human Rights is organised by the National Human Rights Commission, India to encourage filmmakers to create short films that promote awareness about human rights issues. The competition invites entries from Indian citizens irrespective of age group.
Films must be three to ten minutes in duration and may be in Hindi, English, or any other Indian language with English subtitles. Entries can take the form of fiction, documentary, or animation, and must be submitted in MP4 format with a maximum file size of 2 GB.
Themes include the right to life, liberty, equality and dignity, child and bonded labour, rights of women and children, rights of elderly and persons with disabilities, healthcare, manual scavenging, custodial violence, human trafficking, domestic violence, environmental rights, education, food security, LGBTQI+ rights, and displacement issues.
Cash awards are given to the top three films along with certificates and trophies, and the Jury may also recommend up to four Certificates of Special Mention with cash prizes. There is no entry fee and films are submitted online via Google Drive link to the official competition email.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- 0 - 100 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Prerequisites
- Indian citizenship
Open to Indian citizens irrespective of age group. Each applicant may submit only one film. Films previously submitted to NHRC will not be considered.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
Rewards & Recognition
Award
Rs 2,00,000
First prize Rs 2,00,000, second prize Rs 1,50,000, third prize Rs 1,00,000. Up to four Certificates of Special Mention may be awarded with Rs 50,000 each, if recommended by the Jury.
Prizes
Trophy and Certificate
Top three winning films receive trophies and certificates along with cash awards.
Certificate
Certificate by NHRC India
Winning entries and special mentions receive certificates issued by the National Human Rights Commission, India, a statutory body under the Government of India.
Recognized by
Recognition
National recognition by NHRC
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Open to Indian citizens of any age, including children
- Themes span a wide spectrum of civil, political, social, economic, and cultural rights
- No entry fee and fully online submission process
- Conducted by the apex statutory human rights body in India
Exam format
- Language
- Hindi, English, Other Indian Languages with English Subtitles
Rounds & format
Single round of video submission
How entries are judged
Films are evaluated by an NHRC-appointed Jury on relevance to human rights themes, storytelling quality, technical execution, and overall impact.
Selection process
Top three films are selected for cash awards. The Jury may additionally recommend up to four films for Certificates of Special Mention with cash prizes.
How to apply
- 1Read the official guidelines and entry form on nhrc.nic.in
- 2Produce a short film of 3 to 10 minutes in Hindi, English, or any Indian language with English subtitles
- 3Save the film in MP4 format with a maximum file size of 2 GB
- 4Upload the film to Google Drive and obtain a shareable link
- 5Email the Google Drive link, completed application form, brief synopsis, and supporting documents to nhrcshortfilm@gmail.com
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for NHRC Annual Short Film Competition on Human Rights?
The registration deadline is 30 Jun 2026.
Is NHRC Annual Short Film Competition on Human Rights free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in NHRC Annual Short Film Competition on Human Rights?
children aged 0-100.
What will my child gain from NHRC Annual Short Film Competition on Human Rights?
First prize of Rs 2,00,000 in cash. Second prize of Rs 1,50,000 and third prize of Rs 1,00,000. Up to four Certificates of Special Mention with Rs 50,000 cash each. Trophies and certificates from the National Human Rights Commission, India. National-level recognition for filmmakers and human rights advocates. Platform to showcase social and rights-based storytelling on a national stage.
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