Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani
in Puducherry
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Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani in Puducherry
Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
The "Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani" scheme was launched by the Arts and Culture Department, Puducherry. The scheme aims to provide prizes and awards to artists or authors/writers in the fields of Literature, Music, Dance, Drama, Painting and Sculpture, and Folk arts.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be an artist or author/writer.
The applicant's age should be 30 years or above.
The applicant should be performed in the field of literature, music, dance, drama, painting and sculpture, and folk arts.
The author/writer should have published books of high repute in poetry, prose, and research articles in literature and grammar in their respective languages.
The applicant should participate in literary and research.
The applicant should not have been given any such award by other Government and Organisations like Universities etc.
The applicant should be a native of Puducherry or residence in Puducherry continuously for a period of 5 years.
Benefits
Financial Assistance of ₹50,000/-.
No. of Awards: 30
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Passport-size Photograph. |
| 2 | Residence Certificate. |
| 3 | Birth Certificate. |
| 4 | Education Certificate. |
| 5 | Occupation Certificate. |
| 6 | Income Certificate. |
| 7 | List of Books/Articles Published. |
| 8 | Degrees / Honours / National and State Level Certificate. |
How to Apply in Puducherry
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Department of Art and Culture and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in ap…
Offline OR The interested applicant downloads the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the superintendent, Department of Art and Culture, No.1, Roman Roland Road, Puducherry 605 001.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the superintendent, Department of Art and Culture, No.1, Roman Roland Road, Puducherry 605 001.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the superintendent to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if appl…
Offline Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the superintendent to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Award of Puduvai Kalaimamani in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Puduvai Kalaimamani Award is a prestigious award given to individuals excelling in literature, music, dance, drama, painting and sculpture, and folk arts.