The Central Government’s Financial Assistance for Promotion of Art and Culture scheme promotes art and culture. It is part of the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY), run by the Ministry of Culture. Under it, registered cultural organisations get a Cultural Function & Production Grant (CFPG) of up to ₹5 lakh. This assistance goes not to individuals — only to organisations.
How much assistance is given
Under the Cultural Function & Production Grant (CFPG), organisations get assistance of up to ₹5 lakh. KSVY also gives Repertory Grants (for groups with permanent artists) and heritage grants. “FAFTCC” is only a MyScheme slug — the scheme’s official name is Financial Assistance for Promotion of Art and Culture.
Who is eligible
Registered cultural organisations are eligible for this scheme — such as cultural troupes, art institutions and cultural organisations. Individuals, however great an artist, cannot get a grant directly under this scheme — they must apply through their organisation.
How to apply
Applications are made online on the Ministry of Culture’s official website indiaculture.gov.in. At the time of application, the organisation’s registration certificate, details of past work and information about the proposed programme must be given.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How much grant is given under Financial Assistance for Promotion of Art and Culture?
A: Under the Cultural Function & Production Grant (CFPG), organisations get a grant of up to ₹5 lakh.
Q2: Can individuals apply under this scheme?
A: No — this assistance goes only to registered cultural organisations, not to individuals.
Q3: Which ministry runs this scheme?
A: The Ministry of Culture — it is part of the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY).
Q4: Where to apply?
A: Applications are made online on the Ministry of Culture’s website indiaculture.gov.in.
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