The Goa State Photo Contest And Exhibition Scheme

Description
"The Goa State Photo Contest And Exhibition Scheme" by the Department of Information & Publicity, Government of Goa, aims to encourage young talents in photography and photojournalism, promote self-employment, and provide a platform for local youths to exhibit their work. The scheme offers cash prizes of ₹20,000/-, ₹16,000/-, and ₹12,000/- in each category. Benefits also include exhibitions for selected entries. Applicants born and residing in Goa for at least 15 years are given preference.

Exclusions
• The applicant must not be an employee of the Department of Information & Publicity.
• Mobile images are not accepted.

Benefits
• First prize: ₹20,000/- in each category.
• Second prize: ₹16,000/- in each category.
• Third prize: ₹12,000/- in each category.
• Five consolation prizes: ₹2,000/- each.
• Certificates are presented to the best entries.
• Judges' Honorarium: ₹5,000/- each for three judges.

Eligibility Criteria
1. Individuals who were born and residing in Goa for 15 years or more will be given preference, though the scheme does not bar others.

Application Process
Step 1: The interested individuals should send their entries along with the required documents and details to the "Director of Information & Publicity, 3rd Floor, Udyog Bhavan, Panaji, Goa", superscribing the envelope as “Entries for The Goa State Photo C…
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The interested individuals should send their entries along with the required documents and details to the "Director of Information & Publicity, 3rd Floor, Udyog Bhavan, Panaji, Goa", superscribing the envelope as “Entries for The Goa State Photo Contest And Exhibition”. A soft copy of high-resolution photographs will also be required to be submitted.

Required Documents
• Colour Prints in 12x13 Size, Mounted.
• Soft Copy of High-resolution Photographs.
• Author Details: Name, Nationality, Postal Address, Mobile Number, Telephone Number, and Email Address (Written on the Back of Photographs in Block Letters).
• Technical Details of the Camera Used.
• Brief Description of Each Photograph (Not More Than 50 Words).
• Bio-data of the Photographer (Not More Than 100 Words).
• Certificate of Originality (Declaring Photographs as Original Work).
• Latest Residence Certificate (as Proof of Eligibility).
• *Mobile Images Are Not Accepted.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the two categories for the photo contest and what topics do they cover?
A: The first category is "Unknown Tourist Spot in Goa," and the second category is "Promoting Self Employment to sustain livelihood."

Q: What personal details must be included on the back of each submitted photograph?
A: The photographer’s name, nationality, postal address, mobile/telephone numbers, and email address must be written in block letters on the back of each photograph.

Q: Are mobile phone images acceptable for submission in the contest?
A: No, mobile phone images will not be considered for entry in the contest.

Q: What technical details about the photograph must accompany the submission?
A: The entrant must provide details such as the camera used along with the photograph submission.

Q: Is there a word limit for the brief description of the photograph and the photographer’s bio-data?
A: Yes, the brief description of the photograph and the photographer’s bio-data must not exceed 100 words each.

Q: What certification is required to confirm the originality of the submitted photographs?
A: The entrant must provide a certificate stating that all photographs are original works taken by the entrant themselves.

Q: Are soft copies of the photographs required for submission?
A: Yes, entrants must submit a soft copy along with a high-resolution version of the photograph.

Q: What are the size and color requirements for the printed photographs?
A: Entrants must submit color prints in 12 x 8 size for the contest.

Q: How many photographs can an entrant submit for the contest?
A: An entrant can submit a maximum of 4 different photographs, either in one or both categories.

Q: Is there an entry fee or age restriction for participating in the contest?
A: No, there is no entry fee, age bar, or qualification required for participation.

Q: Are photographs taken using drones eligible for submission?
A: No, pictures shot with drones will not be accepted in the contest.

Q: What are the cash prizes for the first, second, and third prizes in each category?
A: The first prize is ₹20,000, the second prize is ₹16,000, and the third prize is ₹12,000 in each category.

Q: Are there any consolation prizes, and what is their value?
A: Yes, there are five consolation prizes of ₹2,000 each in each category.

Q: Will the submitted photographs remain the property of the entrant after submission?
A: No, the photographs will become the property of the Department of Information and Publicity and may be used for exhibitions or publications.