AI SummaryLifetime Contribution to Tiatr Awards (Non-Commercial) honors dedicated non-commercial artistes who have enriched the tiatr stage through yearly Kala Academy competitions and village-level performances. This state-level recognition from Tiatr Academy of Goa provides deserving individuals with a prestigious award package of a shawl, a memento, a citation and a cash burse of Rs. 50,000.
Goa government continues this yearly award for non-commercial tiatr artistes who have spent their lives building the Konkani tiatr stage. The scheme is open to Indian citizens who meet the age and experience criteria, and the latest cycle saw applications close on 30 September 2025.
Lifetime Contribution to Tiatr Awards (Non-Commercial) - Introduction
Lifetime Contribution to Tiatr Awards (Non-Commercial) serves to recognize and honor non-commercial artistes who have dedicated their lives to the growth of tiatr. By encouraging appreciation for local music and performances, this scheme celebrates those who have significantly enhanced the Konkani Tiatr landscape through village events and institutional festivals.
Launched by Tiatr Academy under the Art, Culture and Museums Department, Government of Goa, this scheme shines a light on excellence in areas like acting, script writing, directing, singing, lyric writing and stage craftsmanship. Whether the contribution came through All India Radio, Doordarshan or live stage productions, this scheme provides a platform to acknowledge a lifetime of work.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Lifetime Contribution to Tiatr Awards (Non-Commercial) |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Goa |
| Category | Sports & Culture |
| Benefit Type | Composite |
| Cash Burse | Rs. 50,000 |
| Awardees Per Year | Maximum 3 |
| Nodal Department | Art, Culture and Museums Department |
Benefits
Recipients receive a shawl, a memento, a citation and a cash burse of Rs. 50,000 fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa. This is a one time honor, so an artiste can receive it only once in a lifetime.
The award is presented annually at a special function on 2 January, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Lucasinho Ribeiro, the pioneer of Tiatr. Not more than 3 artistes are conferred this recognition each year, keeping the honor exclusive for those who have truly made a difference in the field.
Eligibility
To be considered for this honor, an artiste must meet the following criteria:
- The artiste should be at least 60 years of age as on 2 January of the award year. The age limit may be relaxed if the health of the artiste is not well.
- There should be a track record of at least 10 years of contribution to the field of tiatr.
- An actor, singer, stage manager, light provider, make-up artist, costume designer or musician should have performed in at least 10 tiatrs.
- A writer or director should have written or directed at least 10 tiatrs.
Important Conditions: Only Indian citizens can avail the benefit of this scheme. The artiste must be personally present to accept the award. Tiatr Academy of Goa confers this lifetime award only once, so anyone who has already received a similar honor for Commercial Tiatr, Khell, Khell-Tiatr or Konkani Cinema is not eligible again.
Application Process
This scheme operates through a recommendation system rather than an open individual application process. Selection is done on the criteria stated above through recommendations from individuals or institutions, although the Executive Board may also select deserving artistes from outside the recommended list.
STEP 1 - Prepare a recommendation form with complete details of the nominee, including bio data of at least 750 words and the nominee's contribution to the tiatr stage.
STEP 2 - Attach all required supporting documents such as a copy of the birth certificate, Aadhaar card, election card, passport copy, citations, certificates, handbills, photos of performances and a bank passbook or cancelled cheque.
STEP 3 - Submit the signed application to Tiatr Academy of Goa before the last date during office hours. The last date for the latest cycle was 30 September 2025. For more details, contact Tiatr Academy of Goa on mobile number 9158044466.
Documents
Applicants should prepare and submit the following documents along with the recommendation form:
- Bio data of at least 750 words covering the nominee's career
- Valid Birth Certificate and copy of Aadhaar Card
- Election card and passport copy
- Bank passbook or cancelled cheque
- Photographs and handbills of performances
- Citations, certificates and records of awards previously received
- Published books or scripts for writers and lyricists
- Proof of broadcasts or recordings on vinyl, CDs, DVDs or via media platforms like All India Radio and Doordarshan
References
View Official Scheme Guidelines
Download Official Scheme Notification PDF
FAQ's
What is the minimum number of years needed to be considered for recognition?
An artiste must have actively contributed to the field of tiatr for at least 10 years.
Can an artiste apply directly for this recognition?
No. The system relies on recommendations from individuals or institutions, though the Executive Board may select candidates independently.
What happens if an artiste has already received a similar recognition?
If an artiste has already received a Lifetime Contribution to Tiatr Award in any category, including commercial or Khell-Tiatr, they are not eligible for this specific award.
How many productions must a writer or director have completed to qualify?
A writer or director must have written or directed at least 10 tiatrs.
What is the specific age requirement and are there exceptions?
An artiste must be at least 60 years old as on 2 January of the award year, though exceptions are made if the health of the artiste is not well.
How many artistes can receive this recognition in a single year?
No more than 3 artistes are selected for this award annually.
What types of contributions are considered for evaluation?
All artistic roles are considered, including singing, lyric writing, set designing, stage management, lighting and background music.
What is the cash amount given with the award?
The award includes a cash burse of Rs. 50,000 along with a shawl, a memento and a citation.
When and where will the recognition be given?
The award is given at a formal function on 2 January, the birth anniversary of Lucasinho Ribeiro. Personal attendance is mandatory.
Will work in other languages or films be considered?
Yes, contributions to dramas or films in other languages are also accounted for during the evaluation process.
Who can avail the benefit of this scheme?
Only Indian citizens can avail the benefit of this scheme.