Sarkari Yojana
Award Of Scholarships To Young Artists In Different Cultural Fields
About Award Of Scholarships To Young Artists In Different Cultural Fields
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India runs the ‘Award of Scholarships to Young Artists in Different Cultural Fields’ scheme to support promising young artists with advanced training within India, spanning Indian Classical Music, Indian Classical Dance, Theatre, Mime, Visual Art, Folk/Traditional/Indigenous Arts, and Light Classical Music.
Fields covered under the scholarship:
1. Indian Classical Music — Hindustani Classical (vocal and instrumental), Carnatic Classical (vocal and instrumental), etc. 1. Indian Classical Dance/Dance Music — Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Mohiniattam, Odissi Dance/Music, Manipuri Dance/Music, Thangta, Gaudiya Nritya, Chhau Dance/Music, Sattriya dance. 1. Theatre — any specialised aspect such as acting or direction, excluding playwriting and research; also Mime. 1. Visual Arts — graphics, sculpture, painting, creative photography, pottery and ceramics, etc. 1. Folk, Traditional, and Indigenous Arts — puppetry, folk theatre, folk dances, folk songs, folk music, etc. 1. Light Classical Music — a) Thumri, Dadra, Tappa, Qawali, Ghazal b) Light classical music in the Carnatic style, etc. c) Rabindra Sangeet, Nazrul Geeti, Atulprasad
Terms of the scholarship:
1. The training format is tailored case by case, based on the scholar’s prior training and background — usually advanced training under a Guru/Master or at a recognised institution. 1. Scholars must undergo rigorous training, spending at least three hours a day on practice alone, on top of time spent studying theory and appreciating related disciplines.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Culture
Centre For Cultural Resources And Training
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Award Of Scholarships To Young Artists In Different Cultural Fields, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Candidates must be Indian nationals
Candidates must be Indian nationals.
Candidates must have enough general education to pursue…
Candidates must have enough general education to pursue the training effectively.
Candidates must show genuine commitment to pursuing the…
Candidates must show genuine commitment to pursuing the training.
Since these scholarships support advanced training rather than…
Since these scholarships support advanced training rather than beginners, candidates must already show a degree of proficiency in their chosen field.
Candidates must have trained for at least 5…
Candidates must have trained for at least 5 years under their Guru/Institute, submitting a certificate signed by their current Guru/Institute and any former one along with the application.
Candidates must have adequate knowledge of related arts/disciplines
Candidates must have adequate knowledge of related arts/disciplines.
Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years…
Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years old as of April 1st of the application year, with no age relaxation permitted.
Benefits Provided
Award Of Scholarships To Young Artists In Different Cultural Fields provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
The scheme offers 400 scholarships in total
The scheme offers 400 scholarships in total.
Each scholar receives ₹5,000/- a month for two…
Each scholar receives ₹5,000/- a month for two years, covering living expenses — travel, books, art materials/equipment, and tuition or training charges, if any.
Scholarships cover Indian Classical Music, Classical Dances, Light…
Scholarships cover Indian Classical Music, Classical Dances, Light Classical Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Folk/Traditional/Indigenous Arts.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Identity proof
Identity proof
Self-attested copy of educational qualifications (degrees, diplomas, etc.)…
Self-attested copy of educational qualifications (degrees, diplomas, etc.) and experience
Self-attested copy of matriculation or equivalent certificate, or…
Self-attested copy of matriculation or equivalent certificate, or other acceptable age proof
One recent passport-size photograph
One recent passport-size photograph
Bank account details
Bank account details
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Residence proof (if applicable)
Residence proof (if applicable)
Candidates applying in Painting, Sculpture, or Applied Arts…
Candidates applying in Painting, Sculpture, or Applied Arts must also submit self-attested photographs of their original works; the minimum qualification for Visual Arts is a BFA or equivalent
Since scholarships support advanced training, candidates must have…
Since scholarships support advanced training, candidates must have trained for at least 5 years with their Guru/Institute, and must submit certificates to this effect signed by the current Guru/Institute and any previous one, along with the application
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Award Of Scholarships To Young Artists In Different Cultural Fields through the online application process outlined below.
Application Process:
Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗
The Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT),…
The Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT), New Delhi issues an advertisement inviting applications.
Applicants submit their applications online through the CSMS…
Applicants submit their applications online through the CSMS Portal, accessible via the Ministry of Culture and CCRT websites.
Visit the official website and click "MOC Schemes…
Visit the official website and click "MOC Schemes Application."
Click on Registration and complete the registration form
Click on Registration and complete the registration form.
Get your username and password for logging in
Get your username and password for logging in.
Go to the current scheme status and select…
Go to the current scheme status and select the relevant scheme.
Fill in and submit the form
Fill in and submit the form. Post-Application Process:
After scrutiny through NIC's software on the CSMS…
After scrutiny through NIC's software on the CSMS portal, shortlisted applicants are called for an interview/test before an Expert Committee set up by the Ministry of Culture.
Candidates appear for an interview/performance before the Expert…
Candidates appear for an interview/performance before the Expert Committee, with date, time, and venue shared via the email given in the online application. Selection is purely merit-based.
The list of recommended candidates goes to the…
The list of recommended candidates goes to the Ministry of Culture for approval; once approved, selected candidates are informed via an award letter sent by post and email, and the list is published on CCRT's and the Ministry of Culture's websites. Note 01: Report any address change to the Ministry in writing, quoting the subject/field of training and file number (if any). Note 02: Candidates applying for more than one field must submit a separate online application for each. Contact Details: 1. Section Officer (S&F Section), Room No. 211, 2nd Floor, Puratatva Bhawan, D Block, GPO Complex, INA, New Delhi-110023. Phone: 011-24642157. Email: scholar-cultureat]nicdot]in 2. Director, Centre for Cultural Resources and Training, 15-A, Sector-7, Dwarka, New Delhi-110075. Phone: 011-25309300 extns. 319, 331, 337, 338; 011-25074256, 25309395, 25309338, 25088638. Email: dirdot]ccrtat]nicdot]in
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