1. Best Narrative Short Film
- Awarded to the best short film in the narrative category for its storytelling, direction, and overall execution.
2. Best Documentary Short Film
- Recognizing excellence in documentary filmmaking, honoring creativity and impactful storytelling in real-world topics.
3. Best Animated Short Film
- Celebrating the most innovative and visually impressive animated short film.
4. Best Experimental Short Film
- Awarded to the most original and boundary-pushing experimental short that challenges traditional storytelling.
5. Best Director
- Acknowledging outstanding direction across all categories.
6. Best Screenplay
- Recognizing excellence in writing, awarded to the short film with the best original screenplay.
7. Best Cinematography
- Honoring the short film with the most impressive visual composition and camera work.
8. Best Editing
- Recognizing exceptional skill in film editing, awarded to the short with the best editing techniques and flow.
9. Best Sound Design
- Awarded to the short film with the best use of sound, music, and audio effects.
10. Best Actor/Actress
- Recognizing outstanding performances by actors or actresses in a short film.
11. Audience Choice Award
- Voted by the festival audience, this award goes to the most popular film of the festival.
12. Special Jury Prize
- A special recognition by the festival jury for a film that demonstrates exceptional artistry or innovation.
13. Best Student Short Film
- Awarded to the best short film made by a student filmmaker, recognizing emerging talent.
