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Recognising excellence, nurturing talent, and celebrating the creative spirit of India — through nomination and competition.
Awarded to established artists and creators whose body of work reflects sustained excellence in their art form. Nominations are open to all.
The Rachnakaar Distinguished Honours are the highest honorary recognitions conferred annually by Rachnakaar Bharat Foundation upon eminent individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Indian literature, arts and culture.
These Honours are non-competitive and are conferred through a nomination process. Unlike the Rachnakaar Emerging Talent Competition, these Honours are not based on performances or competitive participation.
Nominations may be submitted either by the nominee (self-nomination) or by an individual, institution, organisation or any other eligible nominator. Each nomination should be supported by relevant information and documents relating to the nominee’s work and achievements.
Nominations may be submitted by:
Every nomination is evaluated by an independent Jury and the Foundation’s Selection Committee on the basis of:
A national competition in Indian arts, literature and culture — six categories across four age groups, open to ages 6 to 21. Entries may be submitted as audio, video or document.
Whether you are a performer, writer, visual artist, or cultural ambassador — Rachnakaar is the stage where India's creative spirit is celebrated.
Nomination deadline: 31 July 2026 | Results announced: October 2026