Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana is a scheme run by the Odisha Language, Literature & Culture Department, Government of Odisha. It provides financial support and sustenance to elderly artists and cultural workers who have devoted their lives to preserving and promoting Odisha's rich cultural heritage. The scheme aims to help artists facing financial difficulties in their senior years.
What You Get
- Financial assistance and monthly support to eligible elderly artists
- Recognition and sustenance for lifelong cultural contributions
- Support to help meet basic living expenses
Who Can Apply
- Age: 40–100 years
- Residence: Odisha residents only
- Must be an elderly artist or cultural worker
- Must have consistently contributed to Odisha's cultural and artistic heritage
- Must be a resident of Odisha
- Should be facing financial hardship or insufficient means of livelihood
- Preference given to artists with long years of dedicated service to culture
Documents Needed
0/7 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Age Proof Certificate
- 3. Residence Certificate
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Bank Account Details
- 6. Portfolio or Documentation of Artistic Work
- 7. Photo Identity Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Odisha
- Category
- Financial
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 40–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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