Candidates will be judged based on:-
- Creativity and originality
- Contribution to the promotion of Indian culture
- Quality and authenticity of submission

ICCR scholars promoting Indian culture
India
Award of up to ₹30,000
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The ICCR Kala Saadhak Prize is offered by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) to recognise outstanding ICCR scholars who actively promote Indian culture. Twelve foreign students studying in India on ICCR scholarships will be awarded the prize annually, quarterly, for their contributions in showcasing Indian culture through dance, music, art, yoga, languages, and other cultural practices. Selected students will receive an award of up to ₹30,000 along with other additional benefits.
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
Note:- Scholars enrolled in ICCR courses for Dance, Music, or Performing Arts cannot apply in their enrolled category, but may apply in others.
Selected candidates will receive:-
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Scroll down to the ‘Participation Details’ and click on the ‘Click here to participate’ text.
Step 4: Fill in the required details and click on the ‘Submit' button.
Application Deadlines: 30 September 2025
Candidates will be judged based on:-
Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)
Azad Bhawan Rd, IP Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110002
Email ID: section-media@iccr.gov.in | Contact Number: +91-11-23379309/10
Source:https://iccr.gov.in/
Question: Who is offering the ICCR Kala Saadhak Prize 2025 opportunity?
Answer: The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Government of India, is offering this scholarship.
Question: What is the value of the award?
Answer: The award carries a cash prize of up to ₹30,000, based on the recipient’s rank.
Question: Who is eligible for the ICCR Kala Saadhak Prize 2025?
Answer: ICCR scholars currently studying in India who promote Indian culture are eligible to apply for the award.
Question: Can performing arts students apply?
Answer: Yes, but only in categories outside their enrolled discipline.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the award?
Answer: The last date to apply for the scholarship is 30 September 2025.