Scholarship Scheme for Economically Weaker Promising Young Artists/Students

The “Scholarship Scheme for Economically Weaker Promising Young Artists/Students” has been introduced by the Department of Culture, Government of Chhattisgarh to provide financial assistance to talented students pursuing education and professional training in the fields of art and culture. The service enables eligible students to apply online for scholarship benefits by submitting the prescribed application and supporting documents for verification. It aims to encourage young artists to continue their studies and develop their creative skills in disciplines such as Classical Dance, Music, Painting, Sculpture, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, and other recognized art forms.

Benefits:
*S.No.Level DescriptionMonthly Scholarship/ Incentive Amount*Number of Selected Students/Trainees Per Year1Training Institute/ Guru-Shishya Tradition₹5,000562School Education₹8,000303Higher Education₹10,00015

Applicants must fulfill the following eligibility criteria to avail the scholarship under the scheme:

1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Chhattisgarh.
2. The annual income of the applicant or their family must not exceed ₹72,000/-.
3. The applicant must be between 15 and 30 years of age.
4. Applicants already receiving a scholarship under any scheme of the Government of India or the Government of Chhattisgarh are not eligible.
5. The scholarship amount for folk art disciplines may be revised by the Government as required.
6. Applicants undergoing training under the Guru-Shishya Parampara for at least six months are eligible. A maximum of two trainees from each district may be recommended by the District President/Chairperson.
7. Students studying in recognized schools, colleges, government or semi-government institutions (Matriculation/10+2 or equivalent) are eligible, subject to the recommendation of the Head of the Institution.
8. Students pursuing Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or equivalent courses in recognized universities, colleges, government or semi-government institutions, as well as prestigious institutions such as the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata, National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi, or other equivalent recognized institutions, are eligible, subject to the recommendation of the Head of the Institution.

Online

Step 1: Portal Access and Login
The applicant (or the authorized operator) must visit the Sewa Setu portal, and login using either their Citizen credentials or through the Lok Sewa Kendra (LSK) login system to proceed with the application.
Step 2: Application Submission
The user must navigate to the application form of the scheme that they wish to apply for. In the form, enter all the required details accurately. In the form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size. Ensure that all documents are clear, legible, and in the accepted file format before uploading.
Once all required documents are successfully uploaded and the entered information is verified by the applicant, they must finally submit the application.
Step 3: Application Reference Number Generation
The portal generates an Application Reference Number (ARN). The applicant should save the ARN for all future correspondence and status tracking regarding their submitted application.

Post-Application Process:

Step 1: Verification by Section Officer
The application is routed online to the Section Office, where the application details and supporting documents are examined for completeness, correctness, and compliance with the prescribed requirements.
Step 2: Approval by Section Officer
Based on the verification:

• If the application is found satisfactory, it is forwarded online to the Deputy Director for further examination.
• If any discrepancy or deficiency is identified, the application is returned to the applicant for correction and resubmission.

Step 3: Examination by Deputy Director
The Deputy Director reviews the application, supporting documents, and other relevant records to assess eligibility and compliance with the prescribed guidelines.
Step 4: Approval by Deputy Director
Based on the examination:

• If approved, the application is forwarded to the Director for final review and approval.
• If additional information or documents are required, the application is returned to the applicant for correction.
• If the application is found ineligible, it is rejected with recorded remarks.

Step 5: Review by Director
The Director scrutinizes the application and supporting documents to ensure that all eligibility conditions and requirements have been fulfilled.
Step 6: Final Decision by Director
Based on the review:

• If approved, the Director applies the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) through the system.
• If additional information or documents are required, the application is returned to the applicant for correction.
• If the application does not meet the prescribed criteria, it is rejected with recorded remarks.

Step 7: Generation of Digitally Signed Sanction Order
Upon approval, the system generates a Digitally Signed Sanction Order using the Director's Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).
Step 8: Notification to Applicant
The applicant is notified regarding the approval of the application and issuance of the Digitally Signed Sanction Order.
Step 9: Application Closure
After successful issuance of the Digitally Signed Sanction Order and completion of all processing formalities, the application status is updated as Completed and the case is formally closed in the system.

• Recent Photo
• Annual Income Certificate
• Date of Birth Proof(Matriculation/Class 10 Marksheet, Birth Certificate, School Leaving Certificate/Transfer Certificate (TC))
• If Applied Classical Dance:- Upload One recent passport size photograph
• If Applied Classical Dance:-Upload Other full size Photograph in costume
• Upload in Various dance postures for those candidates appliying for classical dance.
• For Painting, Sculpture & Applied Art Upload Photocopies of Orignal art work.
• For Music Audio Recording
• For Fine art, such as visual arts (Minimum qualification required is a bachelors or equivalent degree.)
• Please attach consent letter from the concerned institution/guru.
• Other subjects/achievements, experience etc., if any (Attach a brief write-up in this regard, not exceeding two pages)
• Certificate form from the current institution/guru
• Form of affidavit to be submitted in connection with verification of income under the Scholarship Scheme for Economically Challenged Young Artists of Chhattisgarh Government, Culture Department (Directorate)
• Form for verification of income by the Collector under the Scholarship Scheme for Financially Challenged Young Artists of the Directorate (Culture Department)
• Bank Passbook Details