Sanskriti – Mani Mann Fellowship

The Sanskriti Mani Mann Fellowship gives Rs 1 lakh to young Indian Hindustani classical musicians aged 25 to 40 to train under a senior guru for one year. Applications are accepted round the year for the next year's fellowship.

The Mani Mann Fellowship in Hindustani Classical Music is awarded to young musicians to study and learn under an acclaimed guru of Indian classical music. It gives the fellow the resources and time to dedicate to the art.

Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Fellowship	Mani Mann Fellowship
Field	Hindustani classical music
Grant	Rs 1 lakh (Rs 100,000)
Duration	1 year
Payment	2 installments
Who can apply	Indian nationals aged 25 to 40
Women applicants	Specially encouraged
Residency	3 months, can be spread over the year
Mode of application	By post or by email
Last date	No fixed date, applications accepted round the year
Contact email	fellowships@sanskritifoundation.org

Key Highlights

• Rs 1 lakh grant for one year
• Learn under an acclaimed guru of Indian classical music
• Open to Indian nationals aged 25 to 40
• Women applicants are specially encouraged
• Apply round the year for the next year's fellowship

Program Objectives

• Encourage promising young artists to advance in their field
• Give the fellow the resources and time to dedicate to the art
• Support young musicians to learn under an acclaimed guru

About the Sponsor

The fellowship is offered by Sanskriti. Applications are sent to fellowships@sanskritifoundation.org.

Age and Nationality

• You must be an Indian national.
• Your age must be between 25 and 40 years.

Academic and Training

• You must hold a degree or diploma in the field from a recognized university or institution, and/or have at least ten years of initial training in Indian classical music.
• You must have given at least 2 to 3 solo performances in recognized forums.

Financial and Social

• No income limit is mentioned for this fellowship.
• Women applicants are specially encouraged, but all proposals that further the objectives of the program are welcome.

Geographic

• Open to Indian nationals. No state restriction is mentioned.

Conditions

• You must take guidance from another senior guru and enhance your existing style.
• You must take consent from your current guru and from the guru you want to go to.
• The fellowship is a residency programme of three months, which can be spread over the period of one year.

Renewal

• Renewal is not mentioned. The fellowship is for one year.

Grant

• Rs 1 lakh (Rs 100,000) for a fellowship period of one year.

Payment Schedule

• First installment: at the start of the award.
• Second installment: after you submit your complete project report. You may be asked to give a vocal recital.

Other Benefits

• Time and resources to dedicate to your art.
• A chance to learn under an acclaimed guru of Indian classical music.

Reporting

• A short mid-term progress report is required.

Documents Required

• Two-page CV
• Write-up of about 500 words explaining your project
• Full postal and telephone contact details, with your email id
• A few samples of your previous work, projects or performances
• Names and contact addresses or telephone numbers of two referees

Steps to Apply

1. Prepare your two-page CV and 500-word project write-up.
2. Add your full contact details, work samples and two referees.
3. Write the title "Mani Mann Fellowship" on the envelope if sending by post, or in the subject line if sending by email.
4. Send your application by post or by email to fellowships@sanskritifoundation.org.

Selection Process

The page does not list detailed selection steps. Proposals that further the objectives of the program are welcome. After the project report, the fellow may be asked to give a vocal recital.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money does the Mani Mann Fellowship give?

Rs 1 lakh (Rs 100,000) for one year. It is paid in two installments: the first at the start of the award and the second after you submit your complete project report.

Who can apply for the Mani Mann Fellowship?

Indian nationals aged 25 to 40 can apply. You must have a degree or diploma in the field and/or at least ten years of initial training in Indian classical music, plus 2 to 3 solo performances in recognized forums.

Is there an income limit for this fellowship?

No income limit is mentioned for this fellowship.

Is the Mani Mann Fellowship only for women?

No. Women applicants are specially encouraged, but all proposals that further the objectives of the program are welcome.

What qualification do I need to apply?

You need a degree or diploma in the field from a recognized university or institution, and/or at least ten years of initial training in Indian classical music. You also need at least 2 to 3 solo performances in recognized forums.

What is the last date to apply?

There is no fixed last date. Applications are accepted round the year for the next year's fellowship.

How do I apply for the Mani Mann Fellowship?

Send your two-page CV, a 500-word project write-up, work samples and two referees by post or by email to fellowships@sanskritifoundation.org. Write "Mani Mann Fellowship" on the envelope or in the email subject line.

Do I need my guru's permission to apply?

Yes. You need consent from your current guru and from the senior guru you want to learn from.

How long is the residency?

The residency is three months. It can be spread over the one-year fellowship period.

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