Sarkari Yojana

Goa State Cultural Award for Institution

Goa
Quick Summary: The Goa State Cultural Award for Institution recognises a Goan cultural institution of at least 15 years' standing with a Memento and a purse of up to ₹ 3,00,000, preferring those that train in the arts.

About Goa State Cultural Award for Institution

Introduced by the Directorate of Art and Culture, Government of Goa, the “Goa State Cultural Award for Institution” acknowledges, promotes and celebrates the role institutions play in Art and culture. It is expected to strongly energise Goa’s cultural institutions, which will in turn nurture fresh talent.

Objectives

1. Acknowledging, promoting and appreciating an outstanding institution as Goa’s best Cultural Institution. 1. Energising cultural institutions so that other institutions across the State are also inspired to foster cultural talent towards exceptional creative work. 1. Building and nurturing a cultural environment across the state. 1. Felicitating an outstanding institution for what it has achieved.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

University / Institution

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Goa State Cultural Award for Institution, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Eligible applicants are Goan institutions (or institutions serving…

Eligible applicants are Goan institutions (or institutions serving Goan artists) active in Art and culture.

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At least 15 years must have been completed…

At least 15 years must have been completed by the institution.

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An exceptional contribution to Art and culture is…

An exceptional contribution to Art and culture is required.

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A duly constituted managing body, with powers and…

A duly constituted managing body, with powers and duties clearly set out in the constitution, is required.

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The institution must be well regarded in the…

The institution must be well regarded in the local community.

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Cultural institutions funded by Central Government Corporations and…

Cultural institutions funded by Central Government Corporations and Municipalities can also apply. Reservation / Preference / Priority Institutions engaged in Cultural Education, that is, giving training in Music, Dance, Drama, Fine Arts etc., will be preferred.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Goa State Cultural Award for Institution provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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The winning institution receives a Memento along with…

The winning institution receives a Memento along with a purse of up to ₹ 3,00,000.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A letter of recommendation from an institution/ individual

A letter of recommendation from an institution/ individual.

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The institution's registration certificate

The institution's registration certificate.

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Any certificates held

Any certificates held.

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A souvenir publication

A souvenir publication

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Bank particulars, in the form of a passbook…

Bank particulars, in the form of a passbook copy.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Goa State Cultural Award for Institution through the offline application process outlined below.

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Visit the office of the Directorate Of Art…

Visit the office of the Directorate Of Art & Culture, Government of Goa, 5th Floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Panaji, Patto, Panaji, Goa - 403001

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Print out the proforma of %20FOR%20ORGANIZING%20CULTURAL%20EVENTS.pdf)the relevant application…

Print out the proforma of %20FOR%20ORGANIZING%20CULTURAL%20EVENTS.pdf)the relevant application form, or obtain a hard copy from the authority concerned.

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Enter all required details, paste a passport-sized photograph…

Enter all required details, paste a passport-sized photograph with a signature across it, and attach self-attested copies of the mandatory documents where called for.

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Deliver the signed form and documents to the…

Deliver the signed form and documents to the ACO-III, Directorate of Art & Culture, Phone: 0832-2404606, E-mail: aco6-dac.goa@nic.in. Application Deadline The last date is 30 days* after the advertisement appears in the Newspaper.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References