Bhajan Competition

The scheme "Bhajan Competition" is a Cultural scheme to preserve and promote the tradition of Bhajan singing. Competition is organized at the Regional level and the selected group...

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Benefits

**Regional Level Prizes**

**Male Category (approx. 6 centres)**

1st Prize – ₹9,000/-, 2nd Prize – ₹7,000/-, 3rd Prize – ₹5,000/-, Three Consolation Prizes – ₹3,000/- each

**Female Category (approx. 7 centres)**

1st Prize – ₹7,000/-, 2nd Prize – ₹5,000/-, 3rd Prize – ₹3,000/-, Three Consolation Prizes – ₹2,000/- each

**Individual Prizes (Regional Level)**

Best Vocalist (1st Abhang) – ₹1,500/-, Best Vocalist (2nd Abhang) – ₹1,500/-, Best Vocalist (Gavlan) – ₹1,500/-, Best Pakhawaj Player – ₹1,500/-, Best Harmonium Player – ₹1,500/-

**Children’s Category (Regional Level) (approx. 4 centres)**

1st Prize – ₹5,000/-, 2nd Prize – ₹3,000/-, 3rd Prize – ₹2,000/-, Three Consolation Prizes – ₹1,000/- each

**Individual Prizes (Children – Regional Level)**

Best Vocalist (1st Abhang) – ₹1,000/-, Best Vocalist (2nd Abhang) – ₹1,000/-, Best Vocalist (Gavlan) – ₹1,000/-, Best Pakhawaj Player – ₹1,000/-, Best Harmonium Player – ₹1,000/-

**State Level Prizes**

**Male Category**

1st Prize – ₹75,000/-, 2nd Prize – ₹50,000/-, 3rd Prize – ₹40,000/-, 4th Prize – ₹30,000/-, Two Consolation Prizes – ₹20,000/- each

**Female Category**

1st Prize – ₹35,000/-, 2nd Prize – ₹30,000/-, 3rd Prize – ₹25,000/-, 4th Prize – ₹20,000/-, Two Consolation Prizes – ₹10,000/- each

**Individual Prizes (State Level – Male)**

Best Vocalist (1st Abhang): 1st – ₹5,000/-, 2nd – ₹3,000/-

Best Vocalist (2nd Abhang): 1st – ₹5,000/-, 2nd – ₹3,000/-

Best Vocalist (Gavlan): 1st – ₹5,000/-, 2nd – ₹3,000/-

Best Pakhawaj Player: 1st – ₹5,000/-, 2nd – ₹3,000/-

Best Harmonium Player: 1st – ₹5,000/-, 2nd – ₹3,000/-

**Individual Prizes (State Level – Female)**

Best Vocalist (1st Abhang): 1st – ₹2,000/-, 2nd – ₹1,000/-

Best Vocalist (2nd Abhang): 1st – ₹2,000/-, 2nd – ₹1,000/-

Best Vocalist (Gavlan): 1st – ₹2,000/-, 2nd – ₹1,000/-

Eligibility (who can apply)

The Competition is open to all Goan groups.

How to Apply

  1. **Offline**
  2. **Step 1:** The prescribed format of the application form is provided in the entries invited by the Kala Academy by releasing press note in local dailies.
  3. **Step 2:** In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
  4. **Step 3:** Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the **Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa**.
  5. **Authority for Redressal of Grievances:** Member Secretary/ Chairman, Kala Academy, Goa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Bhajan Competition / what is the eligibility?

The Competition is open to all Goan groups.

What are the benefits of Bhajan Competition ?

**Regional Level Prizes** **Male Category (approx. 6 centres)** 1st Prize – ₹9,000/-, 2nd Prize – ₹7,000/-, 3rd Prize – ₹5,000/-, Three Consolation Prizes – ₹3,000/- each **Female Category (approx. 7 centres)** 1st Prize – ₹7,000/-, 2nd Prize – ₹5,000/-, 3rd Prize – ₹3,000/-, Three Consola...

How to apply online for Bhajan Competition ?

**Offline** **Step 1:** The prescribed format of the application form is provided in the entries invited by the Kala Academy by releasing press note in local dailies. **Step 2:** In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across,...

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Last updated: 02 Jul 2026