Goa State Cultural Award for Institution

Description
The scheme "Goa State Cultural Award for Institution" by the Directorate of Art and Culture, Government of Goa is designed to recognize, promote and appreciate the contribution of the institution in the field of Art and culture. This will give a tremendous boost to cultural institutions in Goa, which in turn will give encouragement to new talents. Objectives 1. To recognize, promote and appreciate the institution par excellence as the best Cultural Institution of Goa. 1. To give a boost to the cultural institutions, which in turn will also encourage the other institutions in the State to promote and encourage cultural talents towards an extraordinary creative output. 1. To create and develop a cultural Environment in the state. 1. To felicitate the institution par excellence for its achievements.

Benefits
• A Memento and a Financial Purse to the extent of ₹ 3,00,000.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a Goan institution (or institution working for Goan artists) working in the field of Art and culture.
2. The institution should have completed 15 years.
3. The institution should have given extraordinary contributions to the field of Art and culture.
4. The institution should have a properly constituted managing body with its powers and duties clearly defined in its constitution.
5. The institution should have a good reputation in the local community.
6. The cultural institutions that are financed by the Central Government Corporations, and Municipalities are also eligible.
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8. > **Reservation / Preference / Priority**
9. Preference will be given to the institutions involved in Cultural Education i.e. imparting Training in Music, Dance, Drama, Fine Arts etc.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Directorate Of Art & Culture, Government of Goa, 5th Floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Panaji, Patto, Panaji, Goa - 403001
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Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Directorate Of Art & Culture, Government of Goa, 5th Floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Panaji, Patto, Panaji, Goa - 403001

Step 2: Step 2: Take a print of the proforma of the application form of the respective scheme, or request a hard copy from the concerned authority.
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Step 2: Take a print of the proforma of the application form of the respective scheme, or request a hard copy from the concerned authority.

Step 3: Step 3: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
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Step 3: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).

Step 4: Step 4: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the ACO-III, Directorate of Art & Culture, Phone: 0832-2404606, E-mail: [email protected].
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Within 30 days* from the date of advertisement in the Newspaper.

Required Documents
• Recommendation Letter From Institution/ Individual.
• Registration Certificate of Institution.
• Certificates if Any.
• Souvenir
• Bank Details – Passbook Copy.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is the designated officer to be contacted for inquiries and applications related to the "Goa State Cultural Award for Institution"?
A: The designated officer to be contacted is ACO III (Assistant Cultural Officer III) at the Directorate of Art & Culture, Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji, Goa.

Q: What is the complete address of the Directorate of Art & Culture where applications should be sent?
A: Applications should be sent to Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji, Goa.

Q: How can applicants contact the designated officer by phone?
A: Applicants can contact the designated officer at the phone number 0832-2404606.

Q: Is there an email address provided for contacting the designated officer, and if so, what is it?
A: Yes, applicants can contact the designated officer via email at [email protected].

Q: What is the timeframe for submitting applications after the advertisement appears in the newspaper?
A: Applications should be submitted within 30 days from the date of the advertisement in the newspaper.

Q: How long does it take to know the list of awardees once the application process is completed?
A: The list of awardees is typically announced within 6 months from the last date of submission of complete applications.

Q: How does receiving the "Goa State Cultural Award for Institution" benefit the awardees beyond the financial purse?
A: Beyond the financial purse, the award serves as a prestigious recognition of the institution's contributions to the cultural field, enhancing its reputation and encouraging continued excellence.

Q: Are there any specific certificates required from the institution for the application?
A: Institutions are required to provide any relevant certificates that validate their contributions to the field of art and culture.

Q: Are there any specific documents required for institutions to apply for this award?
A: Yes, institutions need to provide a recommendation letter, their registration certificate, any relevant certificates, a souvenir, and a copy of their bank passbook.

Q: What are the benefits provided to the awardee institutions?
A: The awardee institutions receive a memento and a financial purse to the extent of [?]3,00,000 as recognition for their outstanding contributions.

Q: When is the award presented to the selected institutions?
A: The award is presented on or before April 30 each year.

Q: How long does it take to know the list of awardees once the application process is completed?
A: The list of awardees is typically announced within 6 months from the last date of submission of complete applications.

Q: Can an institution that has received this award once apply for it again in subsequent years?
A: No, an institution that has received this award once is not eligible to apply for it again. It is a one-time recognition.

Q: Are institutions financed by other government bodies, such as Central Government Corporations and Municipalities, eligible for this award?
A: Yes, institutions financed by Central Government Corporations and Municipalities are eligible for this award, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.