Individual Category

Independent artists, whether working alone or in a group, should apply in the individual category.

Institutional Category

Group of artists formally organized as a collective or representing an institution, NGO, or association should apply in the institutional category.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the eligibility criteria for different applicant categories for the grant program?

      1. Individual Grant:
    • 40 years and below for applications in visual art, digital art, functional innovative arts and crafts, performance arts and multidisciplinary arts.
    • No age limited for artists applying in traditional arts category
    • A minimum of 3-4 years of formal training is required for application in visual art, digital art, functional innovative arts, performance arts and crafts and multidisciplinary arts.
    • Preference will be given to traditional artisans holding “Pehchaan Cards” issued by Development Commissioners (Handicraft/Handlooms).
    • Art must be the primary occupation of the applicant..
    • Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply in Individual category. In case you are a person with a disability, please provide a UNIQUE DISABILITY ID CARD (UDID) or a certificate for validation.
      2. Collective/Institutional Grant:
    • This grant is available to registered NGOs, trusts, museums, associations, collectives, artist groups, or social enterprises.
    • A group of artists who are not officially registered must apply in Individual grant category..
    • The project location should be within India.

  • Are there any terms and conditions for the grant?

  • What is the title of my project?