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Shilp Guru Award

The “Shilp Guru Award” for master craftspersons was introduced by the Ministry of Textiles to honor legendary master craftspersons of handicrafts whose work and dedication have contributed not only to the preservation but also to the promotion of the rich and diverse craft heritage of the country.

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About This Scheme

The “Shilp Guru Award” for master craftpersons was introduced by the Ministry of Textiles during the year 2002 on the occasion of “Golden Jubilee Year of Handicrafts Resurgence in India” Shilp Guru Awards are being conferred to legendary master craftpersons of handicrafts whose work and dedication have contributed not only to the preservation of rich and diverse craft heritage of the country but also to the resurgence of handicrafts sector as a whole.

Benefits

Award Contents:

₹2.0 L

Cash Prize of ₹2,00,000/-

One Mounted Gold Coin

One Shawl

One Tamrapatra

Note: In addtion, appropriate financial assistance will be given to each selected Shilp Guru to innovate and create new products of high level of excellence, high aesthetic value and high quality befitting the stature of the Guru. This assistance will be give as per parameters contained in Design & Technology Up-gradation scheme of Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts).

In addition to above:

Shilp Gurus shall actively be associated with activities of RD&TDCs.

Shilp Gurus will be assisted for participating the International Seminar/ Exhibitions in India/abroad for exchange of ideas between Indian Shilp Gurus and internationally reputed craft designers.

Monographs shall be published on Shilp Gurus who have exceptionally contributed in the field of development, promotion and process of India Art & Craft.

Shilp Gurus shall be included in the Advisory Committees of the concerned RD&TDC.

Reputed institutions like NID, NIFT,IICT, IICD etc. will be requested to associate Shilp Gurus in their crafts activities.

Shilp Gurus shall be included in State Level Committee for selection of National Award.

EPCH & CEPC shall be requested to bring about a strong linkage of Shilp Gurus with the exporters.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Proof of identity and citizenship
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Certificates of National or State Awards (if applicable)
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Affidavit (Declaring that the submitted item is created by the applicant)
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Bio-Data (Detailing experience, awards, and contributions)
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Photographs/Videography (Evidence of craftsmanship stages)
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Proof of 20 years of experience in the craft sector
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Affidavit of Risk (Undertaking that the applicant assumes responsibility for any damages during transportation)
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Evidence of contributions to the craft community
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Any other documents as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹2.0 L