artandculture.tn.gov.in Encouragement to Young Artists Scheme : Tamil Nadu Art and Culture

Organisation : Department of Art and Culture
Scheme Name : Encouragement to Young Artists Scheme
Applicable State/UT : Tamil Nadu
Website : https://artandculture.tn.gov.in/

What is Tamil Nadu Encouragement to Young Artists Scheme?

The “Scheme of Encouragement to Young Artists” was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme gives an opportunity to talented young artists to perform in cultural programmes organized by voluntary organizations, thereby identifying talented youth in the field of Vocal Music, Bharathanatyam, and Instrumental Music. Remuneration in the range of ₹5,000/- to ₹10,000/- is paid to the artists for their performance.

Benefits of Tamil Nadu Encouragement to Young Artists Scheme

Remuneration in the range of ₹5,000/- to ₹10,000/-.

Eligibility of Tamil Nadu Encouragement to Young Artists Scheme

** The applicant should be an artist.
** The applicant should be a domicile of Tamil Nadu.
** In the case of music artist, the age should be above 16 years and within 30 years.
** In the case of Bharatanatyam artist, the age should be over 15 years and within 30 years.
** The orchestra artists such as ghatam, ganjira, muharshingh, konnakkol are also eligible to apply.
** The artist should participate in any one of the following performances: Vocal, Bharatanatyam, Kathakalakshepam, Veena, Violin (solo) Nadaswaram, Flute, Jalatharangam, Gottuvadhyam, Clarinet, Guitar, Mandolin, Saxophone.

How To Apply For Tamil Nadu Encouragement to Young Artists Scheme?

You can apply for Tamil Nadu Scheme of Encouragement to Young Artists Offline. Releasing the advertisement published by the Manram in the newspapers.

Steps:
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the Manram and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, 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 Member Secretary, Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram, Ponni, 31, P.S. Kumarasamy Raja Salai, Chennai-600 028.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority 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).

Note:
The artiste selected already in one art discipline can apply for another also.

Documents Required For Encouragement to Young Artists Scheme

** Age Proof.
** Any other document, if required.
** Proof of Proficiency in Carnatic Style Art Form.
** Proof of individual performances in cultural programmes in art disciplines such as Vocal, Bharathanatyam, Kathakalakshepam, Veena, Violin (solo) Nadaswaram, Flute, Jalatharangam, Gottuvadhyam, Clarionet, Guitar, Mandolin, Saxophone, etc.

Additional Simplified Procedure

The Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram does offer a program to encourage talented young artists!

Here’s what they provide:
Grant:
The Manram offers grants in the range of Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000 to support young artists.

Purpose:
This financial aid aims to help with training and provide opportunities for budding artists in various fields including:
** Vocal Music
** Bharatanatyam
** Instrumental Music

Eligibility:
Details on eligibility aren’t readily available online, but it likely focuses on young artists who demonstrate talent and need financial assistance.

Process:
There isn’t a specific application process mentioned on the government website. It might involve contacting the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram directly or applying through voluntary cultural organizations that stage cultural programs.