FAQs
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All programmes must have had their first transmission in the UK between 1 January and 31 December 2026.
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Yes…
- Programmes must have a minimum running time of three minutes unless otherwise stated in the category rules.
- To be eligible programmes must air to UK audiences. However, if editorial control resides outside of the UK, the programme must enter into the International category
- Entries can be made to either the BAFTA Television and Television Craft Awards or the BAFTA Film Awards, not both
- Specific restrictions apply for certain categories. Please refer to the Rulebook in the Rules And Guidelines section
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Entries for the production categories can be submitted by broadcasters, independent production companies, directors, producers, writers, entered performers; or representatives thereof.
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Yes.
- Fee per entry: £660 (£550 + £110 VAT)
- Discounted fee per entry for children’s, performance and short form categories: £177 (£147.50 plus £29.50 VAT)
BAFTA is an arts charity and we rely on our entry fees to fund the awards ceremony as well as our year-round activity to support the industry. Find out more about this by reading about our learning and events programmes.
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Yes.
A PDF version of this year’s rulebook can be downloaded if needed.
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BAFTA has always believed in being open about what data we collect from our members and what we do with it. Find out more in our Entrant Privacy Policy.
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The BFI Diversity Standards are part of the eligibility criteria for several of our British awards, as part of our cross-industry drive to drive inclusion in the film, games and television industries.
Please visit the BFI website to find out more.
