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Yuva Srujan Puraskar (Navsarjan Chetana Puraskar)

The scheme "Yuva Srujan Puraskar (Navsarjan Chetana Puraskar)" is designed to honour the young Goan individuals who have excelled in the field of Art and culture in Goa. The scheme intends to give recognition to young artists par excellence for their outstanding achievements.

Authority

State

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- A memento, certificate of appreciation and financial purse to the extent of ₹ 25,000/- per individual.1. Every year a maximum of 6 persons in the fields of Music/Dance, Drama/Tiatr, Folk Art, Photography/Painting, Craft, Sculpture, Bhajan/Kirtan, Literature, and Film shall be considered.

Who can apply

The applicant should be an individual artist.; The age of the applicant should be between 25 and 40 years. Only in exceptional cases, the minimum & maximum age could be relaxed by upto 5 years.; The applicant should have given extraordinary contributions in the field of Art and culture at large in his/ her respective field of art in specific.; The applicant should have contributed to his/her respective field of art in Goa for a minimum 5 years out of his/her career as a; practising artist.; No award will be presented posthumously under this scheme. However, during the selection process if the death of any artist occurs after the recommendation of his name then the Task Force Committee may consider his name for the award, in such circumstances, the award will be presented posthumously.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Are there any restrictions on the type of art forms eligible for this award?

No, the scheme is open to artists from various fields of art and culture, including music, dance, drama, literature, and more.

Is there any preference given to specific fields of art or culture?

No, there is no preference given to specific fields of art or culture. The scheme is open to artists from various artistic disciplines.

When is the award presentation held?

The award presentation is scheduled to take place on or before April 30.

How long does it take to announce the list of award recipients?

The list of awardees is typically announced within 6 months from the last date of submission of complete applications.

What is the deadline for submitting applications?

Applications must be submitted within 30 days from the date of the advertisement in the newspaper.

What is the total number of awards presented each year under this scheme?

Every year, a maximum of 6 individuals in various fields, including Music/Dance, Drama/Tiatr, Folk Art, Photography/Painting, Craft, Sculpture, Bhajan/Kirtan, Literature, and Film, shall be considered for the Yuva Srujan Puraskar.

Is there any financial reward associated with this award?

Yes, eligible artists will receive a financial purse to the extent of [?]25,000 along with a memento and a certificate of appreciation.

Are artists eligible to receive this award more than once?

No, individual artists cannot avail of the benefit of this scheme for a second time.

Can artists who have received awards or recognition in other states or countries apply for this award?

Yes, artists who have received awards or recognition elsewhere can still apply for the Yuva Srujan Puraskar if they meet the eligibility criteria for contributing to the field of Art and Culture in Goa.

How is the financial purse of ₹25,000 disbursed to award recipients?

The financial purse of [?]25,000 is typically disbursed to award recipients through the provided bank account details, as mentioned in the application.

What role does the Task Force Committee play in the selection process?

The Task Force Committee is responsible for conducting the selection process and may consider exceptional cases, such as posthumous awards.

Is there any provision for artists with disabilities to apply for this award?

The scheme details do not explicitly mention provisions for artists with disabilities, but they are eligible to apply if they meet the general eligibility criteria.