Oscars 2026 Nominations: Date, India Timings, And Where To Watch The Live In India
The nominations for the 2026 Oscars are set to be revealed on Thursday, January 22, at 8:30 AM EST, which corresponds to 7:00 PM IST. Indian audiences can tune in to watch the 98th Academy Awards nominations live later that evening.
With recent ceremonies such as the Golden Globes and the Critics’ Choice Awards now concluded, the Oscars 2026 are poised to recognize both established stars and emerging talent. Films like One Battle After Another and Hamnet have been gaining traction and appear positioned for recognition at the Academy stage. Michael B Jordan’s Sinners remains a strong contender despite being overlooked at the Golden Globes. A24’s expensive production, Marty Supreme, has also given Timothee Chalamet a compelling new role that strengthens his presence in this year’s awards season.
ACADEMY AWARDS NOMINATIONS: DATE AND TIME
The 98th Academy Awards, also known as Oscars 2026, will announce their nominations on Thursday, January 22, beginning at 5:30 AM PT, which translates to 8:30 AM ET. Film fans in India can stream the live nominee announcement on Thursday night at 9:45 PM IST.
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WHEN AND WHERE TO WATCH THE OSCARS 2026
Viewers can stream the complete announcement live through the official Academy Award platforms, Oscar.com and Oscar.org. The event will simultaneously be available on the Academy’s social media channels, including YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. Those who prefer mainstream streaming services or news networks can also access the 2026 Oscar nominations through ABC News Live, Good Morning America, Hulu, and Disney+.
OSCAR 2026 ANNOUNCEMENTS CEREMONY
Actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman will present the morning announcement, unveiling the complete roster of nominees for the Oscars 2026. The main ceremony is scheduled for March 15, with the Academy confirming that Conan O’Brien will return as host for his second consecutive year.
Marty Supreme is leading the Oscars 2026 race, while films such as Frankenstein are also expected to earn nominations. Based on expert analysis from the Los Angeles Times, the projected shortlist of potential nominees features notable films including Bugonia, It Was Just an Accident, and The Secret Agent. Additional strong contenders expected to compete are Sentimental Value, Train Dreams, and Weapons, which have all generated considerable attention throughout this awards season.
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Despite achieving commercial success, Avatar: Fire and Ash and Wicked: For Good may not appear on the Oscar 2026 nominations list. These sequels underperformed compared to their original films in both critical reception and box office performance, as reported by Los Angeles Times.