CHITRAKAR - International Art Competition, Exhibition & Awards 2026

NS Kumbar Art Academy Presents:

The International Chitrakar Competition returns in 2026, building on the incredible talent and overwhelming participation from our 2024 event! Artists from around the globe showcased their masterpieces, and we're ready to celebrate even more creativity this year.

Open to All Ages! Unleash Your Inner Artist!

Whether you're a budding artist or a seasoned master, the canvas awaits! This competition is open to all enthusiastic artists aged 3.5 years and above, with categories designed to ensure fair and exciting competition.

Competition Details:

• Eligibility: Ages 3.5 years and above
• Entry Fee: As per category
• Registration: Online
• Theme (Selection Round): Art Within You
• Medium: Pencil, Color Pencil, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Poster Colors
• No Theme & No Medium Restrictions (Final Rounds):
  Your imagination is your only limit! Create anything you desire using any artistic medium you prefer.
• Last date for registration: Ends soon (Early registration recommended)

Three Exciting Rounds:

• Round 1: Digital Submission (Selection Round)
  Submit your artwork digitally from the comfort of your home.
• Rounds 2 & 3:
  Details will be announced after Round 1 selections.

Selection Round Benefits:

• Digital Certificate for all participants
• 100 artworks selected for exhibition
• 70 artworks selected by jury
• 30 artworks selected by public voting

Awards at Exhibition:

• 30 Chitrakar Awards
  Trophy + Certificate + Exclusive Art Kit + 1-Month Painting Course Coupon
• 20 Best Art Awards
  Trophy + Certificate + Art Kit

Event Details:

• Exhibition & Award venue and dates will be announced on our website
• Exhibition entry: Free
• Awards event: Invite-only (VVIP Gold)

For Selected 100 Artists:

• Exhibition fee applicable
• Artwork size & submission timeline will be shared after selection
• Artists must courier and collect artworks on time
• Awarded artworks will remain with the Chitrakar team

Art Competition Categories:

• Mini Crayons (Below 6 years)
• Little Crayons (7 to 12 years)
• Junior Crayons (13 to 17 years)
• Hobby Artists (18 to 50 years)
• Fine Art Artists (18 to 50 years)
• Golden Strokes (Above 51 years)

Last Date for Submission:

Ends soon
Early registration recommended

Every participant who successfully submits an entry will receive a Digital Certificate of Participation from NS Kumbar Art Academy.

Note: Jury decision is final.

"Where Art Knows No Boundaries"