For young artists building a future in Indian classical art and folk art, the Central Government Young Artists Scholarship is a major opportunity. Run by the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) under the Ministry of Culture, under the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana, it gives young artists aged 18 to 25 Rs 5,000 every month for 2 years, so they can take advanced training from their guru. Every year, 400 artists benefit from it.
How Much Is the Scholarship?
Selected artists receive Rs 5,000 per month. The scholarship is given for 2 years, so the total amount is Rs 1,20,000. It is paid in instalments, to help artists focus on their training.
- Scholarship: Rs 5,000 per month
- Duration: 2 years
- Total amount: Rs 1,20,000
- Total scholarships each year: 400
- Payment: In instalments, directly to the bank account
The amount is given for the artist’s training expenses. It is sent directly to the artist’s bank account, and the artist’s progress is reviewed every year.
Who Can Apply?
The eligibility conditions are as follows.
- Indian citizen
- Aged between 18 and 25 years on 1 April of the application year, with no relaxation
- At least 5 years of training from a recognised guru or institution
- Certificate from the current and previous guru or institution is mandatory
- Class 10 pass, with adequate general education
- Fields: Indian classical music, classical dance, theatre, mime, visual art, folk and traditional art, and light classical music
The training certificate must be submitted with the application. It must carry the signatures of the current guru and the previous guru or institution. The certificate is filled in the second part of the application, and without it the application is not accepted.
How to Apply
Applications are made online on the CCRT website. Applicants must register on the portal, fill in the application and upload the required documents. The last date to apply for the 2026-27 cycle is 15 December 2026. Selection is made by an expert committee, which assesses the applicants’ training and talent. When applying, keep the training certificate, educational certificates, age proof and bank account details ready.
Next Action: Apply online on the CCRT website before 15 December 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much money is given under the Young Artists Scholarship? Rs 5,000 per month, given for 2 years. The total amount is Rs 1,20,000.
- Who can apply for this scholarship? Indian citizens aged 18 to 25 years who have taken at least 5 years of training from a recognised guru or institution and who have passed Class 10.
- What is the last date to apply? The last date to apply for the 2026-27 cycle is 15 December 2026.
- For which art forms is this scholarship given? It is given for Indian classical music, classical dance, theatre, mime, visual art, folk and traditional art, and light classical music.
Useful Links
- Scheme details on MyScheme: https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/asyadcf
- CCRT website: https://ccrtindia.gov.in
- List of all 726 Central Government schemes: https://www.viksitharyana.com/english/kendra-sarkar-ki-yojnayen-2/
