Sarkari Yojana

Chief Ministergi Artistessingi Tengbang – Assistance To The Cultural Group For Training With New Production

Manipur
Quick Summary: This CMAT component of Manipur's Department of Art and Culture funds registered cultural groups, and some individual artists and writers, who train young people through new productions that keep the state's traditional art forms alive.

About Chief Ministergi Artistessingi Tengbang – Assistance To The Cultural Group For Training With New Production

Manipur is famous for the rich traditions and cultures of its many communities, handed down across generations through practice and word of mouth. The “Chief Ministergi Artistessingi Tengbang – Assistance to the Cultural Group for Training with New Production” scheme of the Department of Art and Culture, Govt. of Manipur, gives funding to registered cultural groups that tirelessly train young people through new productions, thereby enriching the state’s traditions, art forms and culture.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Chief Ministergi Artistessingi Tengbang - Assistance To The Cultural Group For Training With New Production, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

This scheme is open only to residents/domiciles of the state of Manipur. Eligibility: (Category A)

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Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must…

Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must have staged at least 15 notable productions over the past 25 years.

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Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must…

Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must have performed at 3 or 4 National Festivals or more, and taken part in 3 or 4 State Level Programmes.

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The applying group (under every category listed above)…

The applying group (under every category listed above) must not be getting help of any kind from other sources for the same purpose. Eligibility: (Category B)

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Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must…

Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must already have the following minimum number of productions:

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At least 5 notable productions for groups registered…

At least 5 notable productions for groups registered for 3 to above 15 years.

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At least 6-10 notable productions for groups registered…

At least 6-10 notable productions for groups registered for 15 to above 25 years.

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Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must…

Registered Groups (under every category listed above) must have performed at 3 or 4 State Level or National Level Programmes or more

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The applying group (under every category listed above)…

The applying group (under every category listed above) must not be getting help of any kind from other sources for the same purpose

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In Visual Art, Research & Book Publication, and…

In Visual Art, Research & Book Publication, and Instrument / Costume Making, individual artists/writers/artisans with sound knowledge of their field are eligible. Research & Book Publication must relate to Manipuri culture, including translation of (a) old manuscripts into modern Manipuri language only and (b) books on art & culture in other languages into Manipuri language, for use as reference. Method of Selection: Artists and groups are chosen by a Screening / Selection Committee formed by the Government.

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

Documents Required

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

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A recent passport-size photo

A recent passport-size photo

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A valid Aadhaar identity card

A valid Aadhaar identity card

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A document proving identity

A document proving identity

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A document proving address, or the domicile certificate

A document proving address, or the domicile certificate

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A detailed proposal along with cost estimates

A detailed proposal along with cost estimates

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The list of participating artistes

The list of participating artistes

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Bank account particulars (of the individual / registered…

Bank account particulars (of the individual / registered group)

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The group's audited statements of accounts for the…

The group's audited statements of accounts for the past 3 years

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Utilisation Certificate for any earlier grant / financial…

Utilisation Certificate for any earlier grant / financial assistance

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A detailed account of the group's notable productions,…

A detailed account of the group's notable productions, with supporting papers establishing eligibility under CMAT.

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Bio-data (for an individual artiste) or an activity…

Bio-data (for an individual artiste) or an activity report (for a group), with relevant supporting documents/certificates

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The group's certificate of registration

The group's certificate of registration

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Chief Ministergi Artistessingi Tengbang - Assistance To The Cultural Group For Training With New Production through the offline application process outlined below.

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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Obtain a printout of the training-with-new-production application form…

Obtain a printout of the training-with-new-production application form attached to the scheme guidelines.

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Fill in the required fields and add all…

Fill in the required fields and add all the documents needed, self-attested.

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Submit the form, accompanied by a covering letter…

Submit the form, accompanied by a covering letter to the Director (Art & Culture), at the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur office in Palace Compound, Imphal, at the latest one month before the travel schedule.

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