About this social welfare scheme
The scheme "CMAT – Scheme for Award to Distinguished Artistes" is a scheme by the Dept. of Art & Culture, Govt. of Manipur, to encourage and felicitate the artistes (in the field of culture) belonging to different fields for their achievements such as winning National Awards namely Padma Award, etc.
The scheme "Chief Ministergi Artistesinggi Tengbang (CMAT) – Scheme for Award to Distinguished Artistes" is a scheme by the Dept. of Art & Culture, Govt. of Manipur, to encourage and felicitate the artistes (in the field of culture) belonging to different fields for their achievements such as winning National Awards namely Padma Awards, Sangeet Natak Akademi, Sahitya Akademi, Lalit Kala Akademi Awards including Young Awardees, National Film Award winners and on winning any national level competitions, and International Awards in the field of Art & Culture.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Chief Ministergi Artistesinggi Tengbang (CMAT) – Scheme For Award To Distinguished Artistes (CMAT-SADA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Art and Culture Department |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Manipur |
| Official portal | artnculturemanipur.gov.in |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💼Artists
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Individual (Young Awardees / Competition Winner) – 15 numbers @ Rs. 50,000/- each (once a year)
- Individual (Senior Awardees) – 15 numbers @ Rs. 1,00,000/- each (once in a year)
- Group (Competition Winner – Young) – 5 numbers @ Rs. 1,00,000/- each (once a year)
- Group (Competition Winner – Senior) – 5 numbers @ Rs. 1,50,000/- each (once a year)
- The award money will be released to the personal account of the beneficiary/group through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a domicile of the state of Manipur.
- The applicant should be National Award winners viz Padma Awardee, Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee, Sahitya Akademi Awardee, Lalit Kala Akademi Awardee, and Zonal Cultural Centre’s Award including Young Awardees, National Level Competition, and National Film Awards for individuals and groups.
- The award winners whose age is below 40 will come under the Young / Junior category and those above 40 will come under Senior Category.
Note 1: The scheme will cover those awards announced or received during the current financial year and current calendar year.
Note 2: The selection of artistes for Awards / Felicitation will be done by a Screening / Selection Committee constituted by the Government.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The applicant should take print of the format of the application formhttps://artnculturemanipur.gov.in/media/filer_public/e6/d1/e6d13c2f-4f81-4036-b634-0f1a89e470d5/application_form_for_international__national_festival_participation.pdf provided in the scheme guidelines.
Step 2: The applicant should fill in all the mandatory fields and attach all the (self-attested) required documents.
Step 3: The duly filled-in application form should be submitted to the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur office at Palace Compound, Imphal along with a cover letter addressed to the Director (Art & Culture) latest by a month before the travel schedule.
Note: The Department of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur reserves the right to reject or cancel any application without assigning any reason.
Frequently asked questions
What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to encourage and felicitate the artistes (in the field of culture) belonging to different fields for their achievements such as winning National Awards namely the Padma Award, etc.
How Many Beneficiaries Are Expected To Be Supported Through This Scheme?
40 beneficiaries are expected to be supported through this scheme -
Individual (Young Awardees / Competition Winner) – 15 numbers
Individual (Senior Awardees) – 15 numbers
Group (Competition Winner – Young) – 5 numbers
Group (Competition Winner – Senior) – 5 numbers
Which Department Manages This Scheme?
This scheme is managed by the Department of Art and Culture, Govt. of Manipur.
What Is The Maximum Amount Of Financial Assistance That An Individual Beneficiary Can Get Through This Scheme?
The maximum amount of financial assistance that an individual beneficiary can get through this scheme is Rs. 1,00,000/- once a year.
Can The Sahitya Akademi Awardees Also Apply To This Scheme?
The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
Does This Scheme Accept Online Applications?
No, this scheme only accepts offline applications.
Are There Any Age-Related Eligibility Criteria For This Scheme?
No, there are no age-related eligibility criteria in the scheme's guidelines.
Are There Any Income-Related Eligibility Criteria For This Scheme?
No, there are no income-related eligibility criteria in the scheme's guidelines.
To Whom Should The Application Be Addressed?
The duly filled-in application form should be addressed to the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur.
What Is The Address Of The Directorate Of Art & Culture, Government Of Manipur?
The address of the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur is: Office at Palace Compound, Imphal.
To Whom Should The Cover Letter Be Addressed?
The cover letter should be addressed to the Director (Art & Culture).
By When Should The Application Reach The Directorate Of Art & Culture?
The application should reach the Directorate of Art & Culture latest by a month before the travel schedule.
Is It Mandatory To Self-Attest All The Required Documents That Are To Be Attached To The Application?
Yes, all the required documents that are to be attached to the application should be self-attested mandatorily.
Can I Apply To This Scheme If I Am Above 18 Years Of Age?
There are no age-related criteria for this scheme. You can apply to this scheme irrespective of your age, provided that you meet the eligibility criteria for this scheme.
Is This Scheme A “One Family, One Benefit” Scheme?
No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.
Can A Domicile Of Telangana Also Apply To This Scheme?
No, in order to be eligible to apply, the applicant should be a resident/domicile of the state of Manipur.
Is This Scheme State Sponsored Or Centrally Sponsored?
This scheme is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme.
Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://artnculturemanipur.gov.in/media/filer_public/c4/27/c4271ee3-f111-40b5-bf26-ec36cf535a9c/application_form_for_award_to_distinguished_artistes.pdf
Is There A Percentage Of Slots Reserved For Female Applicants?
No, there is no reservation of slots based on the gender of the applicant.
Can Applicants From Scheduled Castes Also Apply To This Scheme?
The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
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