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Konkani Song & Music Awards (Tiatr Kantaram)

The scheme aims to encourage producers, lyricists, singers, and musicians to produce qualitative Konkani Audio/Video/Digital albums of Tiatr songs. Cash awards from ₹5,000/- to ₹30,000/- are provided across twelve categories to Goan artists producing Konkani kantaram albums.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Male singer of the year (Solo): ₹10,000/- | - Female singer of the year (Solo): ₹10,000/- | - Child Male Singer of the year (Solo): ₹5,000/- | - Child Female Singer of the year (Solo): ₹5,000/- | - Duet of the year (Nature of lyrics should be interactive): ₹10,000/- | - Duo of the year (Nature of lyrics should be interactive): ₹10,000/- | - Trio of the year (Nature of lyrics should be interactive): ₹15,000/- | - Quartet of the year (Nature of lyrics should be interactive): ₹20,000/- | - Choral Song of the year: ₹20,000/- | - Lyricist of the year: ₹10,000/- | - Music composer of the year: ₹10,000/- | - Best Konkani kantaram audio album of the year: ₹30,000/- | *Awards are presented every year by Tiatr Academy of Goa.

Who can apply

The applicant must produce Konkani Audio Compact Disc/Video Compact Disc/Digital Versatile Disc/Digital Albums between 1st January and 31st December of the year identified by Tiatr Academy of Goa.; The applicant must ensure the music director is compulsorily a Goan or of Goan origin.; The applicant must ensure singers in the Album are Goans whose mother tongue is Konkani.; The applicant must ensure the Album contains songs only in Konkani language and not in other languages like English, Hindi, Portuguese etc.; The applicant must ensure the songs in the Album are not old songs or remix of old songs.; The applicant must ensure the Audio Compact Disc/Video Compact Disc/Digital Versatile Disc/Digital Albums consists of minimum 8 Konkani kantaram.; The applicant must ensure there are no adverse remarks in any form against any Governments/Individuals/Institutions or against caste, creed and religion in the lyrics of songs/performances/speeches.; The applicant must ensure there are minimum three entries in each category to participate in that particular category competition.; The applicant must ensure for Best Album award, the album has at least 5 kantaram from specified categories: one solo, one duet (interactive lyrics), one duo (interactive lyrics), one trio (interactive lyrics), one quartet/quintet (interactive lyrics), one choral song.; The applicant must ensure child singers have not completed 16 years of age on or before 31st December of the year identified by Tiatr Academy of Goa.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the minimum number of Konkani kantaram that must be included in an album to qualify for this competition?

An Audio Compact Disc/Video Compact Disc/Digital Versatile Disc/Digital Albums should consist of minimum 8 Konkani kantaram to qualify for the competition.

Can I submit an album that contains songs in multiple languages including English, Hindi, or Portuguese along with Konkani songs?

Albums containing songs in other languages like English, Hindi, Portuguese etc. will not be considered for the competition. Only albums with songs exclusively in Konkani will be eligible.

What is the cash prize amount awarded to the best Konkani kantaram audio album winner of the year?

The Best Konkani kantaram audio album of the year receives a cash award of ₹30,000/-.

Are there any restrictions regarding the background or origin of the music director for the submitted album?

The music director should compulsorily be a Goan or of Goan origin to be eligible for the awards.

What specific age criteria must be met for singers to be considered in the child singer categories?

Singers who have not completed 16 years of age on or before 31st December of the year identified by Tiatr Academy of Goa will be considered as Child Singers.

How many Audio Compact Discs need to be submitted along with the application form to Tiatr Academy of Goa?

Four Audio Compact Discs must be submitted to Tiatr Academy of Goa along with the application form.

What documentary proof is required to verify the age of child singers participating in the competition?

Self attested copies of Birth/Baptism Certificates or a certificate by the Headmaster/Headmistress of a recognized school certifying the birth date must be submitted, with originals produced for verification.

Can albums containing old songs or remix versions of previously released Konkani songs participate in this competition?

Albums with old songs or remix of old songs will not be considered for the competition.

What is the time period within which albums must be produced to be eligible for a particular year's awards?

Konkani kantaram Audio Compact Disc/Video Compact Disc/Digital Versatile Disc/Digital Albums produced between 1st January and 31st December of the year identified by Tiatr Academy of Goa will be eligible.

What are the cash prize amounts for solo male and female singer categories in this awards program?

Male singer of the year (Solo) and Female singer of the year (Solo) each receive ₹10,000/-, while Child Male Singer and Child Female Singer categories each receive ₹5,000/-.

What specific requirements must be met by an album to qualify for the Best Album of the year award?

The album must have at least 5 kantaram from specified categories: one solo, one duet, one duo, one trio, one quartet/quintet, and one choral song, with interactive lyrics required for group categories.

Are there any content restrictions regarding the lyrics or performances that could lead to disqualification from the awards?

There should not be any adverse remarks in written or verbal form against any Governments/Individuals/Institutions or anything against caste, creed and religion in lyrics, performances, or speeches that may hurt sentiments.

What is the minimum number of entries required in each category for that category to be part of the competition?

There have to be minimum three entries in each category for it to be part of the competition in that particular category.

What language and script requirements must be followed when submitting lyrics for the best lyricist award consideration?

Three typed copies of lyrics in Konkani in Roman Script of the three songs must be attached separately with the application for lyricist award consideration.