Sri Dharshini Kalaikoodam, affiliated with the Tamilnadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Music and Fine Arts
University, Chennai, functions as an off-campus college of fine arts. The institution has established itself as a premier platform for imparting fundamental art skills to children, introducing innovative techniques and perspectives to budding artists, and honoring renowned senior artists. We regularly organize individual and group art exhibitions, along with enriching workshops and camps that cater to
students at every stage of their artistic journey. The learning experience is further elevated through insightful lectures delivered by veteran artists. Additionally, vibrant competitions and engaging social events are conducted to recognize and celebrate the artistic talents of students and artists from around the world.
21st Year All India Children Art Competition 2025.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Entries (Work and Entry Fee) should reach us on or before 31-08-2025
The Student chooses their own topic.
Examples :
Nature themes – landscapes, animals, plants
Cityscapes and architectural scenes
Character design (fantasy or realistic characters)
Abstract or surreal compositions
Illustrations for stories or children’s books
Portraits and figure drawing
Still life arrangements of everyday objects
Cultural / historical themes
Imaginative / fantastical scenes
Seasonal or holiday-themed artwork
Technological / futuristic designs
Categories
- Pre. KG – UKG
- I Std – III Std
- IV Std – V Std
- VI Std – VIII Std
- IX Std – XII Std
Medium
Pencil Shading, Oil Pastels, Water Colour, Poster Colour, Acrylic, Colour Pencil
Paper Size
Quarter Chart only (11 inch x 14 inch)
Big size not allowed.
Entry fees
- Entry fees for each artwork is Rs.100. If they come from institution, A Student can send any number of artwork but they have to pay Rs. 100 for each work.
- Entry Fees for single entry is Rs. 200.
- If Institution registered more than 50 artworks, avail 10% discount on entry fees.
- The Artwork will not be returned.
- Google Pay : 9710303030 (Kalaikoodam)
Awards:
National Youth Award (Memento) 50
Best Presentation Award 450
Cheras – Awards (Medal)
Cholas – Awards (Medal)
Pandiyas – Awards (Medal)
Pallavas – Awards (Medal)
Satavahana – Awards (Medal)
Vishnukundina – Awards (Medal)
Chalukya – Awards (Medal)
Mauryas – Awards (Medal)
Guptas – Awards (Medal)
Star Awards 150 Merit Certificate
All India Best School Award 100 (for Institutions that send above 100 participants) (Memento)
The Best Art Institution Award 100 (for Institutions that send above 100 participants) (Memento)
Best Art Teacher Award 100 for Art Faculty (for Institutions that send above 50 participants) (Memento)
Acharya Purasakar Award 50(for H.M. or Principal 200 participants) (Memento)
Total Awards 1000
All participants will be awarded with participation certificates.
LAST DATE OF ENTRIES 31-08-2025
The Judgment by the Panel of Experts will be final.
Result date : 05-09-2025
Results and Details of the Award function will be posted on “www.sridharshinikalaikoodam.com”
Institutions / Students
- The prizes and certificates will be sent via post within 30 days after the award function to those institutions and students from other states who are unable to attend the event.
- All disputes are subjected to Chennai Jurisdiction only.
- Kalaikoodam reserves the full right to make any changes in this programme.
Required documents
(you should send all the below mentioned details along with your artwork)
Back of the Artwork
- Title, Name, Std. / School or Art School
- Residential Address.
- Mobile Number (WhatsApp)
- E-mail ID
COMMUNICATION ADDRESS & DESPATCH ADDRESS
Sri Dharshini Kalai Koodam
College of Fine Arts (Off Campus)
Affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa
Music and Fine Arts University,
Fingers Gallery
88/96, Bajanai Koil Street, Choolaimedu,
Chennai – 600 094, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
CONTACT NUMBERS
Mobile : 9710303030 (for Tamil)
9094323232 (for English)
9566139615 (for Hindi)
(Between 10.00 am to 6.00 pm)
Kindly add these numbers to your WhatsApp, without fail to receive all our notifications.
9710 30 30 30, 9094 32 32 32
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National-Student-Contest-2025-entry-form 