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Chief Ministergi Artistesinggi Tengbang (CMAT) – Artiste’s Pension

The scheme "Chief Ministergi Artistesinggi Tengbang (CMAT) – Artiste’s Pension" by the Dept. of Art and Culture, Govt. of Manipur provides a monthly pension of up to ₹ 4,000/- to the aged reputed artists who have contributed to making the tradition, culture, and art forms of Manipur more vibrant.

Ministry / Department
Art and Culture Department
Level
State
Benefit type
other
Last verified: 18 Jun 2026

Chief Ministergi Artistesinggi Tengbang (CMAT) – Artiste’s Pension क्या है?

The scheme "Chief Ministergi Artistesinggi Tengbang (CMAT) – Artiste’s Pension" by the Dept. of Art and Culture, Govt. of Manipur provides a monthly pension of up to ₹ 4,000/- to the aged reputed artists who have contributed to making the tradition, culture, and art forms of Manipur more vibrant.

लाभ
Category A: Awardees & Gurus (150 number) @ ₹ 4,000/- per month will be supported. Category B: Non-Awardees (850 number) @ ₹ 2,500/- per month will be supported.
स्तर
State — Manipur
मंत्रालय / विभाग
Art and Culture Department
लाभ का प्रकार
other
मुख्य पात्रता
The applicant should be a domicile of the State of Manipur.
अंतिम सत्यापन
18 Jun 2026

योजना का विवरण

योजना & quot; मुख्यमंत्री आर्टिस्टेसिंगि तेंगबांग (सी. एम. ए. टी.)-आर्टिस्ट्स पेंशन कला और संस्कृति विभाग, मणिपुर सरकार द्वारा रंगमंच (पारंपरिक/आधुनिक)/शुमांग लीला/नुपी लीला/माइम/शास्त्रीय नृत्य/पारंपरिक नृत्य/लोक नृत्य/जनजातीय नृत्य आदि जैसे कला के विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में काम करके मणिपुर की परंपरा, संस्कृति और कला रूपों को और अधिक जीवंत बनाने में योगदान देने वाले वृद्ध प्रतिष्ठित कलाकारों को ₹4,000/- तक की मासिक पेंशन प्रदान की जाती है।

लाभ

Category A:

Awardees & Gurus (150 number) @ ₹ 4,000/- per month will be supported.

Category B:

Non-Awardees (850 number) @ ₹ 2,500/- per month will be supported.

पात्रता

  • आवेदक को मणिपुर राज्य का अधिवासी होना चाहिए। 1. आवेदक को एक कलाकार होना चाहिए। 1. आवेदक की आयु चालू वित्त वर्ष के 1 अप्रैल को 60 वर्ष या उससे अधिक होनी चाहिए। 1. आवेदक को किसी भी सार्वजनिक/निजी उपक्रम में कार्यरत नहीं होना चाहिए। 1. श्रेणी (ए) के लिएः आवेदक को राष्ट्रीय/राज्य पुरस्कार विजेता होना चाहिए, जैसे कि पद्म पुरस्कार विजेता, संगीत नाटक अकादमी, साहित्य अकादमी, ललित कला अकादमी या मणिपुर राज्य कला अकादमी पुरस्कार विजेता, मणिपुर राज्य फिल्म विकास सोसायटी या फिल्म में राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार विजेता। * * आवेदक को अपनी कम उम्र के दौरान कला के संरक्षण और प्रचार में पर्याप्त योगदान देना चाहिए और श्री श्री गोविंदजी मंदिर बोर्ड, संकीर्तन और लाई हराओबा के लिए सनमाही मंदिर बोर्ड सहित सरकार के एक सक्षम प्राधिकारी द्वारा मान्यता प्राप्त एक प्रसिद्ध कलाकार होना चाहिए या संबंधित क्षेत्र में सरकार द्वारा अधिकृत किसी भी प्रतिष्ठित पंजीकृत संगठन द्वारा अनुशंसित होना चाहिए। सभी स्रोतों से पति या पत्नी सहित आवेदक की आय प्रति वर्ष ₹ 1,50,000 से अधिक नहीं होनी चाहिए। 1. कलाकार का कोई भी आश्रित जीवनसाथी, जिसे सी. एम. ए. टी. के तहत पेंशन और चिकित्सकीय लाभ प्राप्त थे, वित्तीय सहायता/चिकित्सा सहायता के लिए पात्र होगा। * * जो कलाकार गरीब परिस्थितियों में है, उसे वरीयता दी जाएगी।
क्षेत्र: Manipurलाभ: other

आवश्यक दस्तावेज़

दस्तावेज़ सूची के लिए आधिकारिक वेबसाइट देखें।

आवेदन कैसे करें

  1. चरण 1: Offline application — step 1

    Step 1: The applicant should take print of the format of the application form provided in the scheme guidelines.

  2. चरण 2: Offline application — step 2

    Step 2: The applicant should fill in all the mandatory fields and attach all the (self-attested) required documents.

  3. चरण 3: Offline application — step 3

    Step 3: The duly filled-in application form should be submitted to the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur office at Palace Compound, Imphal along with a cover letter addressed to the Director (Art & Culture).

FAQ

What Shall Be The Mode Of Release Of Pension?

The pension will be released to the personal account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

What Documents Are Required To Be Submitted After The Selection Of The Applicant For The Scheme?

After selection for the pension scheme, the artiste should submit Life Certificate duly certified by authorities every six months to the Department of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur failing which subsequent pension will not be released.

What Is The Full Form Of EPIC?

The Full Form of EPIC "Election Photo Identity Card".

What Scheme Benefits Can Be Offered To The Dependent Spouse Of The Artist Who Enjoyed Pension And Medial Benefits Under CMAT?

Any dependent spouse of the Artiste who enjoyed Pension and Medial benefits under the CMAT shall be eligible for financial assistance / medical assistance.

Does This Scheme Accept Online Applications?

No, this scheme only accepts offline applications. The duly filled-in application form should be submitted to the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur office at Palace Compound, Imphal along with a cover letter addressed to the Director (Art & Culture).

I Am Employed In Any Public Undertaking. Can I Apply To This Scheme?

No, the applicant should not be employed in any public/private undertakings.

Are There Any Income-Related Eligibility Criteria In This Scheme?

Yes, the income of the applicant including that of the spouse from all sources should not exceed [?] 1,50,000/- per annum.

Are There Any Age-Related Eligibility Criteria In This Scheme?

The applicant should be 60 years or above in age, as of 1st April of the current financial year.

Is This Scheme A “One Family, One Benefit” Scheme?

No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.

Can A Domicile Of Telangana Also Apply To This Scheme?

No, in order to be eligible to apply, the applicant should be a resident/domicile of the state of Manipur.

Is This Scheme State Sponsored Or Centrally Sponsored?

This scheme is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme.

Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?

The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://artnculturemanipur.gov.in/media/filer_public/79/9a/799a0d4d-4a03-4e17-a66d-a3bef1227c28/application_form_for_artistes_pension.pdf

Is There Any Application Fee?

No, there is no application fee.

Can Applicants From Scheduled Castes Also Apply To This Scheme?

Yes, the scheme is open to all applicants irrespective of their caste.

Sources & References

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