About this sports scheme
The scheme aims to recognize and honor artists who have made a lifetime contribution in the field of fine arts, specifically in painting, sculpture, and graphic arts, and have achieved outstanding accomplishments.
The “Artist Honor (Gaurav Award)” scheme is implemented by the Gujarat State Lalit Kala Academy under the Sports, Youth and Culture Activities Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to recognize and honor artists who have made a lifetime contribution in the field of fine arts, specifically in painting, sculpture, and graphic arts, and have achieved outstanding accomplishments.
Every year, a total of nine (9) artists are honored under this scheme, three in painting, three in sculpture, and three in graphic arts with the Gaurav Award. This award has been conferred annually since 1964-65.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Artist Honor (Gaurav Award) (AHGA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Sports |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | lalitkalaacademy.gujarat.gov.in |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 10 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 10 to 80 years
- 💼Artists
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Award Details:
- Cash prize of Rs. 51,000/- per artist.
- Copper plate, citation, and shawl presented during the award ceremony.
- Exhibition of artworks held for 5–7 days at Ravishankar Raval Kala Bhavan, Ahmedabad.
- Catalogue publication of Gaurav Award-winning artists and their art.
Number of Awards:
- Total of 9 artists are honored every year.
- 3 in painting, 3 in sculpture, and 3 in graphic arts.
Who qualifies
- The artist must be a resident of the State of Gujarat.
- The artist must be associated with the field of fine arts, specifically in Painting, Sculpture or Graphic Arts.
- The artist must have made a lifetime contribution in their respective field.
- The artist should have achieved outstanding accomplishments or the highest level of recognition in their art form.
- The applicant must be active in the art community and have a recognized body of work.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Application Process: Applications are invited annually through public advertisements (daily newspapers).
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Gujarat State Lalit Kala Academy and request a 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-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Gujarat State Lalit Kala Academy.
Post-Application Process:
Step 1: A committee reviews and shortlists applicants based on merit.
Step 2: The final selected artists are notified and invited to the award ceremony.
Step 3: Awards are distributed along with the art exhibition and catalogue release.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Gaurav Award?
Senior artists in the fields of painting, sculpture, or imagery with lifelong contributions.
How many artists are awarded each year?
A total of 9 artists are awarded every year- 3 each in painting, sculpture, and imagery.
Is the award given posthumously?
No, only living artists are eligible.
How is the selection done?
Through a committee appointed by the government, based on merit and contribution.
Can non-Gujarat residents apply?
Only artists with Gujarat domicile or major contributions in Gujarat are eligible.
How is the award presented?
During a formal award ceremony, along with an exhibition and catalogue release.
Is online application available?
No, as per the newspaper advertisement.
Where is the exhibition held?
At Ravishankar Raval Kala Bhavan, Ahmedabad.
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