Oscars 2026: When and where to watch the 98th Academy Awards in India

Every year, the Oscars bring together some of the biggest names in filmmaking to honour excellence across categories ranging from acting and directing to technical achievements.

• Oscars 2026 airs in India on March 16 from 4:30 AM IST
• Live broadcast on Star Movies, Colors Infinity, and JioHotstar
• Priyanka Chopra Jonas will present at the ceremony

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The 98th Academy Awards is all set to take place on March 15 at the iconic Dolby Theatre, honouring films and artists across the globe for outstanding achievements in global cinema. While the ceremony will unfold on March 15 in the United States, viewers in India will get to experience the glamour and excitement a day later, on March 16, because of the time difference.

Every year, the Oscars bring together some of the biggest names in filmmaking to honour excellence across categories ranging from acting and directing to technical achievements. Let us know when and where the Indian fans can view the Oscars this year.

The Oscars 2026

This year, comedian and renowned television host Conan O'Brien will once again host the award ceremony. It will be held at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

Oscars 2026: When to watch in India

In India, the award show will be available to watch the ceremony during the early hours on March 16, from 4:30 AM IST.

Red carpet coverage will kick off earlier at 3:30 AM IST, offering viewers a glimpse of celebrities arriving in style before the main event begins.

For viewers who may not be able to tune in to the live telecast in the morning, a repeat broadcast of the ceremony will be available later in the day at 9:00 PM IST on Monday.

Where to watch the Oscars 2026 in India

The Indian audiences can enjoy the ceremony on television as well as on OTT stream platform. The award ceremony will be broadcast live on Star Movies, Star Movies Select and Colors Infinity.

For those who prefer online streaming, the awards will also be available on JioHotstar.

The repeat telecast will once again be aired on Star Movies, Star Movies Select, Colors Infinity and JioHotstar at 9 PM IST, allowing audiences another chance to watch the biggest moments from Hollywood’s grandest night.

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Meanwhile, in the United States, the ceremony will be broadcast on ABC. International audiences can also access the event through streaming services including Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV and Fubo.

Adding an exciting global touch for Indian viewers, international star Priyanka Chopra Jonas will be among the presenters at the ceremony. Several prominent Hollywood actors will also take the stage to present awards, including Paul Mescal, Robert Downey Jr. and Anne Hathaway, among others.