I&B Ministry Invites Applications From Film Startups for WaveX Pavilion at IFFI Goa 2026

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has invited applications from DPIIT-registered startups working in film and allied technologies to participate in the WaveX Startup Pavilion at WAVES Bazaar during IFFI Goa 2026. The platform aims to connect emerging enterprises with global filmmakers, production houses, and investors.

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has officially invited applications from startups operating in the film and allied technology sectors for participation in the WaveX Startup Pavilion at WAVES Bazaar. The event is scheduled to take place during the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, which will be held from November 20 to 28, 2026.

According to an official statement, the initiative is designed to provide an exclusive platform for innovative startups to present their products, technologies, and solutions to key stakeholders in the national and international film and media industries. Selected participants will gain opportunities for networking, industry engagement, and collaboration with filmmakers, production houses, and global creative ecosystem investors.

Applications are open exclusively to DPIIT-registered startups that operate within the film and related technology domains. Eligible candidates will be evaluated through a screening process conducted by a Selection Committee constituted by WaveX.

WaveX, which stands for WAVES Startup Accelerator, is an incubation and accelerator initiative established by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The body is dedicated to supporting startups focusing on areas such as Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, Extended Reality (AVGC-XR), and broader media technologies.

Interested startups can access the registration form and additional details at wavex.wavesbazaar.com, while official queries can be directed to the designated government email address, Wavex-mib@gov.in.

Established in 1952, IFFI is recognized as one of Asia's notable film festivals. Held annually in Goa, the event celebrates world cinema excellence and brings together the global film community to foster creative exchange and international collaboration.

"Platforms like the WaveX Startup Pavilion at IFFI Goa provide valuable exposure for early-stage enterprises in the media and entertainment sector. For DPIIT-registered startups working in film technologies and AVGC-XR, participating in such global events offers a direct channel to engage with production houses, investors, and industry peers. This government-backed initiative creates practical opportunities for tech-driven startups to scale their innovations within the creative ecosystem." — Dr. Shishir Gupta, Founder & CEO, StartupLanes