Telangana PM SHRI Art & Cultural Programme 2026: Rules
 Celebrating student creativity through arts, music, dance and craft. Representative illustration. |
Telangana PM SHRI Art and Cultural Programme 2026 has a proposed schedule covering school, district and state competitions. School-level activities are scheduled for 24 October 2026, district competitions for 27 and 28 October 2026, and the state programme for 4 November 2026.
The proceedings dated 16 October 2026 set out four art forms, materials, performance timings and instructions for sending district winners to the state event. This guide helps students, parents and teachers choose a category, prepare an entry and check the arrangements through their school.
Updated: 17 October 2026 | Programme code: C-448
Telangana PM SHRI Art and Cultural Programme 2026: Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing authority | Director of School Education and State Project Director, Samagra Shiksha, Telangana |
| Proceedings reference | Rc.No.997671(4063)/PMSHRI/T6/Pdg/2026-2, dated 16 October 2026 |
| Competition areas | Arts, Music, Dance and Craft |
| State programme coordinator | District Educational Officer, Medchal Malkajgiri |
| District contingent | Four student winners, one for each art form, accompanied by one escort teacher: five persons per district under the main proceedings |
| State reporting time | 9:00 AM on 4 November 2026 |
| Participation route | School and district selection, followed by deputation of district winners by the DEO |
School, District and State Competition Dates
| Level | Proposed date |
|---|---|
| School | 24 October 2026 |
| District | 27 and 28 October 2026 |
| State | 4 November 2026; report at 9:00 AM |
Confirm the venue before travelling. The supplied proceedings do not explicitly name the competition venue. A copy is addressed to the Consultant at the CCRT Building in Madhapur, Hyderabad, but that address alone does not establish the event location. Obtain the venue and travel instructions from the DEO or state coordinator.
Eligibility and Selection
The annexure identifies students studying in Classes 6 to 12 in PM SHRI schools as eligible. This eligibility statement appears under the Music section; schools should confirm its application to other categories with the district authorities.
The main proceedings direct DEOs to send one district winner from each of the four art forms with an escort teacher. The dance rules separately mention one participant or team per district. Schools proposing a dance team should obtain clarification about permitted team size and the district contingent before finalising arrangements.
Category-Wise Competition Rules
1. Arts: Drawing, Painting and Sculpture
Drawing and painting participants may choose their own theme. The session runs from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The annexure describes the drawing sheet as A3 / full size, and students must bring their own materials.
For sculpture, the specified materials are clay or wood. Students may select their own theme, work from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and create a sculpture within a maximum size of 2 ft x 2 ft x 2 ft.
2. Music: Folk, Classical and Instrumental
- Choose either vocal singing or an instrumental presentation in the classical or folk tradition.
- Keep the performance between 4 and 6 minutes.
- One instrumental accompanist or an authentic karaoke recording is permitted.
- Electronic and Western instruments are not permitted.
- Select a traditional song. The rules exclude classical or folk songs used in cinema or movies.
Before rehearsing, ask the teacher to check both the song choice and accompaniment. Practise with the same version that will be used during the event so that timing remains consistent.
3. Dance: Folk and Classical
- Present a folk or classical dance lasting 4 to 6 minutes.
- Arrange the required costumes, makeup and accessories.
- Provide the dance music on a pen drive.
- Movie or filmy dance styles lead to disqualification under the annexure.
- The annexure allows one participant or team from each district, subject to clarification of the contingent instructions above.
As a preparation step, test the audio file before departure and rehearse in costume. This helps the student check movement, timing and comfort.
4. Craft: Waste-to-Wealth and Recycled Materials
Craft participants must bring their own materials and use low-cost recycled or biodegradable materials. The permitted examples include cardboard, chart paper, coir sticks, gum, twigs, thatch, wood and other degradable materials.
A maximum of four craft items may be prepared. The working session is from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Students should practise the construction process and prepare a short explanation of the materials, purpose and design.
Evaluation Criteria and Marks
| Category | Criteria | Printed total |
|---|---|---|
| Music | Shruti, Laya, authenticity and presentation: 20 marks each | 80 |
| Craft | Composition and style, originality, technique, and presentation/narration: 20 marks each | 80 |
| Drawing, painting and sculpture | Composition and style, theme/originality, technique, and presentation/narration: 20 marks each | 80 |
| Dance | Authenticity, variations/innovations, costumes and presentation: 20 marks each; music: 10 marks | 80, although the listed components add up to 90 |
Dance scoring clarification: The annexure contains a mismatch between the component marks and the printed total. Organisers should obtain the confirmed marking scheme from the competent authority before judging.
A Practical Preparation Plan for Schools
The following suggestions help schools organise participation; they are additional preparation guidance from The Complete School.
- Explain each category: Share the materials, timing and restrictions before students choose an entry.
- Rehearse the complete task: Time the performance or practise creating the artwork within the allotted session.
- Prepare the narration: Ask students to explain their theme, technique or cultural tradition in their own words.
- Check the selection communication: Confirm the selected student's category and the instructions issued by the school and DEO.
- Coordinate departure: The escort teacher should have the confirmed venue, participant details and reporting instructions.
For an original visual-art theme, students could observe a local water body, a school garden or a familiar community activity. For craft, they could explore a useful organiser made from discarded cardboard. These are optional ideas; the circular allows students to choose their own visual-art theme.
Important Official and External Links
Use these official portals for department information and cultural learning resources. The links below are general resources, not a confirmed online registration form or a direct download of this circular.
- Telangana School Education Department - Department information and official updates.
- PM SHRI official portal - National programme information.
- Centre for Cultural Resources and Training - Resources connecting education with Indian art and culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Telangana PM SHRI state-level art and cultural programme?
The proposed state-level date is 4 November 2026. Selected students and the escort teacher must report to the coordinator at the confirmed venue at 9:00 AM.
Which four categories are included?
The categories are Arts, Music, Dance and Craft. Arts includes drawing, painting and sculpture; craft focuses on waste-to-wealth and creative use of recycled materials.
Can students register directly for the state event?
The supplied proceedings describe selection through school and district levels, followed by DEO deputation of district winners. They do not provide a direct public online application link.
Are film songs or movie dances allowed?
The music rules exclude classical or folk songs used in cinema. The dance rules disqualify movie or filmy dance styles. Check the chosen item against the relevant category rules before rehearsing.
Does every participant need to bring materials?
Art and craft participants must bring their own materials. Dance participants arrange their costumes, makeup, accessories and music on a pen drive. Music participants should check their instrument or permitted accompaniment.
Where will the state competition be held?
The supplied proceedings do not explicitly specify the venue. Obtain the confirmed location from the DEO or state coordinator before making travel arrangements.
Conclusion
The Telangana PM SHRI Art and Cultural Programme 2026 gives students a chance to develop and present their creative work. Schools can begin with the proposed dates, guide students through the category rules and complete district selection arrangements. Before the state event, confirm the venue and any clarifications so that the student contingent is ready to report on time.
Source: Telangana School Education and Samagra Shiksha proceedings Rc.No.997671(4063)/PMSHRI/T6/Pdg/2026-2, dated 16 October 2026, and the enclosed participant rules, pages 1-4. The document refers to earlier proceedings dated 3 July and 10 October 2026. Follow any subsequent official amendments or district instructions.
