Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) provides this scholarship to promote talent in various cultural fields such as traditional form of music, dance, drama, painting, sculpture and other rare form of art. In this scholarship, children in the age group of 10 to 14 years studying in recognised schools are eligible. The scholarship is initially provided for two years and will be renewed after every two years till the scholar completes his first university degree or attains 20 years of age, whichever is earlier. The scholarship will amount to INR 300 per month. Additionally, the fees of the Guru/ Teacher will also be paid, ceiling up to INR 9000. Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of test and interview. The shortlisted candidates will be judged at regional level through interview/ test.