The Central Government’s Young Artists Scholarship is a major opportunity for young artists building their future in Indian classical and folk arts. The scholarship is run by the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training, known as CCRT, under the Ministry of Culture, and comes under the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana. Young artists aged 18 to 25 get ₹5,000 a month for 2 years, so that they can take advanced training from their guru. 400 artists benefit every year.
How much money is given
Selected artists get ₹5,000 a month under this scholarship. The scholarship is given for 2 years, which means a total amount of ₹1,20,000. The amount is given in instalments, and its purpose is to help artists focus on their training.
- Scholarship: ₹5,000 per month
- Duration: 2 years
- Total amount: ₹1,20,000
- Total scholarships every year: 400
- Payment: in instalments, directly to the bank account
The scholarship amount is given for the artist’s training expenses. The amount 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 nationals
- Age between 18 and 25 years as on 1 April of the application year, no relaxation
- At least 5 years of training from a recognised guru or institution
- Certificate from the present and former 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 arts, light classical music
A certificate of training has to be given with the application, signed by the present guru and the former guru or institution. This certificate is filled in the second part of the application, and the application is not accepted without it.
How to apply
Applications are made online on the CCRT website. The applicant has to register on the portal, fill the application and upload the required documents. The last date to apply for the 2026-27 cycle is 15 December 2026. Selection is done by an expert committee, which evaluates the training and talent of the applicants. While applying, the applicant should keep ready the training certificate, educational certificate, age proof and bank account details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How much money is given under the Young Artists Scholarship? A: ₹5,000 a month, given for 2 years. The total amount is ₹1,20,000. Q2: Who can apply for this scholarship? A: Indian nationals aged 18 to 25, who have received at least 5 years of training from a recognised guru or institution and have passed Class 10. Q3: What is the last date to apply? A: The last date to apply for the 2026-27 cycle is 15 December 2026. Q4: For which arts is this scholarship given? A: The scholarship is given for Indian classical music, classical dance, theatre, mime, visual art, folk and traditional arts, and light classical music.
Useful links
- Scheme details on MyScheme: https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/asyadcf
- CCRT website: https://ccrtindia.gov.in
- Also see — Pragati Scholarship for girl students: https://www.viksitharyana.com/english/central-government-pragati-scholarship-girl-students-haryana/
- Complete list of all 726 Central Government schemes: https://www.viksitharyana.com/english/kendra-sarkar-ki-yojnayen-2/
