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Scheme of Giving Awards to Eminent Artists - Kalai Ilamani Award

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Tamil Nadu

The Kalai Ilamani Award is a recognition scheme launched by the Art and Culture Department of the Tamil Nadu Government. It aims to honor and support eminent artists who have made significant contributions to Tamil Nadu's cultural heritage. The scheme provides financial assistance and certificates to selected artists, helping to promote and preserve Tamil culture.

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What You Get

  • Financial assistance of ₹4,000/-
  • Certificate of appreciation
  • Recognition as an eminent artist
  • Support for cultural preservation efforts

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 10–18 years
  • Residence: Tamil Nadu residents only
  • Must be an artist with significant contributions to Tamil culture
  • Should have demonstrated excellence in their art form
  • Preference for artists working in traditional Tamil art forms
  • Resident of Tamil Nadu or artist associated with Tamil Nadu

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Portfolio of Work
  3. 3. Certificates of Achievement
  4. 4. Bank Passbook
  5. 5. Identity Proof
  6. 6. Residence Certificate

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Tamil Nadu
Category
Employment
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
10–18 years
Application
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Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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