- By Swati Singh
- Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:15 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
The announcement of the nominations for the 2026 Oscars stands as a pivotal milestone in the global cinematic calendar, generating immense anticipation among cinephiles, critics and industry professionals alike. This event serves as the official inauguration of the prestigious awards season, effectively shifting the industry's focus toward the highest achievements in filmmaking from the past year.
As the shortlists are unveiled, the atmosphere becomes electric with speculation, finally revealing which directors, actors and groundbreaking films have secured a place in the competition for the iconic gold statuettes at the 98th Academy Awards.
This crucial reveal acts as the essential precursor to the grand finale of the awards circuit—the main Oscars ceremony. This year, the pinnacle of Hollywood’s celebration is scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, returning to its legendary home at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Between the announcement of the nominees and the star-studded gala in March, the film world will be immersed in a period of intense campaigning, critical review and public debate, all leading up to the moment when the Academy finally crowns the definitive artistic triumphs of the year.
When and where to watch 2026 Oscar Nominations in India?
The official nominations for the 98th Academy Awards are scheduled to be unveiled on Thursday, January 22, 2026. For viewers in the United States, the announcement will premiere at 5:30 AM PT / 8:30 AM ET.
In India, film enthusiasts can catch the live reveal later that same evening, with the nominations set to be announced at 6:30 PM IST. This global event will officially kick off the countdown to the ceremony, identifying the top contenders across all major categories.
The 2026 Oscar nominations will be streamed live on Oscar.com and Oscar.org, as well as through the Academy’s official social media accounts on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. For those preferred streaming through major apps, the event will also be available on Disney+, Hulu, ABC News Live, and showcased during ABC's Good Morning America.