Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts

The primary objective of the “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts” is to promote the creation and dissemination of literature in the field of fine arts by offering financial assistance to individual artists and art institutions for the publication of high-quality fine arts books, thereby increasing public awareness and appreciation of artistic disciplines.

The “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts” has been launched by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, and is implemented through the Gujarat State Fine Arts Academy, which is the designated agency responsible for overseeing the application process and disbursement of funds.

Under the “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts”, selected applicants are provided with financial assistance amounting to 50 percent of the total printing cost or a maximum of ₹20,000, whichever is lower, to support the publication of fine arts books and related content.

The scheme is open to individual artists and recognized art institutions that are actively engaged in the creation, study, or promotion of fine arts and who intend to publish content such as books or compilations that contribute to the field of fine arts.

Each year, only two applicants—either individual artists or art institutions—are selected to receive financial support under the “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts”, making the selection highly competitive and based on the quality and relevance of the submitted work.

To apply for the “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts”, the applicant must respond to an annual call for applications published through paid advertisements in newspapers, submit their proposal in the prescribed format, and ensure that all required materials are included for evaluation by the Gujarat State Fine Arts Academy.

After the book is printed, the selected applicant must submit 10 copies of the printed book along with the original printing bills to the Gujarat State Fine Arts Academy, in order to become eligible for the disbursement of the financial assistance promised under the scheme.

While applying for the “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts”, the applicant must submit a duly filled application form in the prescribed format along with a publication dummy, drawings, sketches, photographs, the proposed manuscript or text, and any other supportive content that demonstrates the publication’s artistic value.

Yes, it is mandatory for the applicant to clearly mention in the published book that it has been supported and funded through the financial assistance provided under the “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts” by the Gujarat State Fine Arts Academy.

No, books that have already been printed before receiving formal approval under the “Publication Support Scheme for Fine Arts” are not eligible for funding, as the scheme strictly requires that the printing be undertaken only after approval and in accordance with prescribed procedures.