Sarkari Yojana

Marathi Drama Competition ‘A’ & ‘B’ Group

Goa
Quick Summary: The Kala Academy's Marathi Drama Competition 'A' & 'B' Group gives registered theatre institutions in Goa a free auditorium, transport reimbursement for two vehicles, 80% of gate collections and cash prizes up to ₹ 1,00,000/-.

About Marathi Drama Competition ‘A’ & ‘B’ Group

Organised by the Kala Academy under the Department of Art and Culture, Government of Goa, the “Marathi Drama Competition ‘A’ & ‘B’ Group” is a state-level cultural programme. It gives theatre groups from Goa’s towns and villages a stage and wider exposure. Entries are called for through press notes in local dailies. Participating institutions are helped financially through payment of to-and-fro transport charges for two vehicles carrying artistes and stage materials, in line with government-approved rates and Kala Academy norms.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Marathi Drama Competition ‘A' & ‘B' Group , applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only institutions registered under the Societies Registration Act,…

Only institutions registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 can take part.

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The institution's registration has to be valid and…

The institution's registration has to be valid and kept renewed periodically.

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

Benefits Provided

Marathi Drama Competition ‘A' & ‘B' Group provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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The auditorium, with the required infrastructure, is provided…

The auditorium, with the required infrastructure, is provided free in accordance with Kala Academy rules.

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Transport assistance

Transport assistance: hire charges for two vehicles used to carry artists and stage material are reimbursed.

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The participating institution receives 80% of the gate…

The participating institution receives 80% of the gate collection from ticket sales. Amount of Prizes (Group ‘A’ / Group ‘B’)

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1st Prize

1st Prize: winners in Group ‘A’ take home ₹ 1,00,000/-, while Group ‘B’ winners get ₹ 75,000/-.

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2nd Prize

2nd Prize: Group ‘A’ awards ₹ 50,000/- and Group ‘B’ awards ₹ 40,000/-.

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3rd Prize

3rd Prize: ₹ 50,000/- goes to the Group ‘A’ entry and ₹ 30,000/- to the Group ‘B’ entry.

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Consolation

Consolation: in Group ‘A’, ₹ 25,000/- each (2 prizes, if >10 performances); in Group ‘B’, ₹ 20,000/-. Direction

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1st Prize

1st Prize: the best director earns ₹ 10,000/- in Group ‘A’ and ₹ 7,000/- in Group ‘B’.

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2nd Prize

2nd Prize: ₹ 8,000/- (Group ‘A’) and ₹ 6,000/- (Group ‘B’).

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3rd Prize

3rd Prize: Group ‘A’ pays ₹ 5,000/- and Group ‘B’ pays ₹ 4,000/-. Individual – Acting (Male/Female)

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1st Prize

1st Prize: top actors receive ₹ 7,000/- in Group ‘A’ and ₹ 5,000/- in Group ‘B’.

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2nd Prize

2nd Prize: runners-up are given ₹ 5,000/- (Group ‘A’) or ₹ 3,000/- (Group ‘B’).

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Stage Design/Setting:

the award is ₹ 5,000/- for Group ‘A’ and ₹ 4,000/- for Group ‘B’.

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Lighting:

Group ‘A’ ₹ 5,000/-, Group ‘B’ ₹ 4,000/-.

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Costume:

₹ 5,000/- in Group ‘A’ against ₹ 4,000/- in Group ‘B’.

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Background Music:

a prize of ₹ 5,000/- (Group ‘A’) or ₹ 4,000/- (Group ‘B’).

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Make-up:

winners collect ₹ 5,000/- in Group ‘A’ and ₹ 4,000/- in Group ‘B’. Script Writing

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1st Prize

1st Prize: the best script wins ₹ 10,000/- in Group ‘A’ and ₹ 7,000/- in Group ‘B’.

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2nd Prize

2nd Prize: ₹ 7,000/- for Group ‘A’ and ₹ 5,000/- for Group ‘B’.

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Translated/Adapted Script:

Group ‘A’ offers ₹ 10,000/- and Group ‘B’ offers ₹ 7,000/-.

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 copy of the institution's renewed Registration Certificate

A copy of the institution's renewed Registration Certificate

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Marathi Drama Competition ‘A' & ‘B' Group through the offline application process outlined below.

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Go to the Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa, and…

Go to the Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa, and ask the Member Secretary for a hard copy of the application form in the prescribed format.

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Complete every mandatory field of the form, affix…

Complete every mandatory field of the form, affix a passport-sized photograph (signing across it, if required) and enclose copies of all required documents (self-attested, if required).

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Hand over the completed and signed form, together…

Hand over the completed and signed form, together with the documents, to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa, within the prescribed period (if any).

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Ask the authority receiving the application for a…

Ask the authority receiving the application for a receipt or acknowledgement, and check that it shows the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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