Kalakar Kritadnyata Nidhi - Lumpsum Grant

Kalakar Kritadnyata Nidhi: Lumpsum Grant is a state-level scheme from the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Goa that supports the families of deceased artists with a one-time financial grant of up to ₹20,000. Eligible dependents of artists recognized by the government receive this money through direct electronic transfer to help them get through financial hardship after the loss of their loved one.

As of August 2026, the scheme remains open for applications. The government keeps accepting offline applications for the current financial year, and the official application form for 2025-26 is already available on the Goa government website.

Kalakar Kritadnyata Nidhi - Lumpsum Grant

Kalakar Kritadnyata Nidhi: Lumpsum Grant acts as a helping hand for families of artists who have passed away. Managed by the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Goa, this scheme gives a single lumpsum payment of up to ₹20,000 to eligible dependents. This support values the work of artists and makes sure their families get the money help they need during hard times.

Note that the government transfers this one-time support directly to the bank account of the applicant using the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) mode. For those interested in applying, the application process is strictly offline.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme gives a one-time financial grant of up to ₹20,000 to the surviving family members of artists. The money is sent through Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) to make the process easy for the people getting the benefit.

Eligibility

To qualify for the support, the deceased artist and the family should meet the following criteria:

• The deceased artist must have been born and brought up in Goa, which means being a bonafide resident of the state.
• The artist must have received official recognition from the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Goa.
• The artist should be 50 years of age or older at the time of death, though the government may offer relaxation for special cases.
• The total family annual income from all sources should be less than ₹25,000 for the lumpsum grant. For example, if an artist passes away, the family can apply if their combined yearly household income falls below this limit.
• The applicant must be a dependent family member of the deceased artist.

Application Process

Follow these steps to apply for the grant offline:

STEP 1 - Visit the Directorate of Art & Culture office located at Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji, Goa, to collect the application form.

STEP 2 - Fill in the form correctly and attach all the required self-attested documents, including the death certificate, income certificate and proof of relationship.

STEP 3 - Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the same office.

After submission - A sub-committee reviews the application and gives its recommendation to the Director. Once the government approves the request, the Directorate releases the funds through ECS directly to the bank account.

Documents

To make sure the application is processed without delay, keep the following documents ready:

For the Deceased Artist:

• Domicile Certificate of Goa
• Death Certificate
• Documentary proof of recognition by the Directorate of Art & Culture

For the Dependent Family Member:

• Income certificate showing annual income less than ₹25,000
• Proof of relationship with the deceased artist, such as a marriage certificate or family register

References

Download the official Kalakar Kritadnyata Nidhi application form 2025-26

Read the official scheme page of Directorate of Art & Culture, Goa

FAQ's

What is the maximum annual family income allowed to be eligible?

The family must have a total annual income from all sources of less than ₹25,000 to be eligible for this grant.

Who receives the benefit if the spouse of the artist is deceased?

If the spouse is no longer alive, the benefit is passed on to the unmarried or unemployed sons and daughters of the artist, split in equal portions.

How is the financial aid paid out?

The grant is given as a one-time payment through the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) directly into the bank account.

Where should the application be submitted?

The completed application form should be submitted directly to the Directorate of Art & Culture, Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji, Goa.

Is there a minimum age requirement for the artist?

Yes, the deceased artist should have been at least 50 years old, though the government can relax this rule in deserving cases.