Is the drawing competition really free?

Yes. Entry is 100% free for every age — kids, school students, college students, and adults. There is no entry fee and no hidden charges.

Who can apply for the Planet & Population art contest?

Anyone in India can apply — from LKG and Class 1 to Class 12, college students, working professionals, and senior citizens. Entries are judged separately within 18 grade-based categories so you only compete with peers.

What is the current theme?

The current theme is Planet & Population — Cities grow. Species go. As human populations surge, the wild quietly disappears. Draw, paint, or sketch anything that expresses how growth reshapes our planet and the species we share it with.

How do I submit my drawing?

Go to artforawareness.art, click Submit Artwork, fill in your name, grade or age group, city and state, then upload a photo of your artwork. Submission takes under 5 minutes. Last date: 30 June 2026.

Can schools submit entries in bulk?

Yes. School coordinators can submit on behalf of their entire class or school. Contact artforawareness.official@gmail.com for the school portal.

Drawing & Painting Competition India 2026

Q: Does every participant get a certificate?

Yes. Every participant who submits an entry receives a digital Certificate of Participation. Winners in each category get a Winner Certificate plus a cash or voucher prize. The number of winners per category depends on our evaluation criteria.

Planet & Population Art Contest — open to every age in India. Kids, school students (Class 1 to Class 12), college students, and adults can all apply with no entry fee. Every participant gets a Certificate of Participation. Winners in each of 18 categories receive cash and voucher prizes.

This month's theme: Planet & Population — Cities grow. Species go. · Last date to apply: 30 June 2026 · Result announcement: 5 July 2026.

Who can participate?

Kindergarten and pre-primary children (LKG, UKG)
School students from Class 1 to Class 12 (separate categories for each grade)
College and undergraduate students
Working professionals and adults
Senior citizens — art has no age limit
Schools and teachers can submit bulk entries for their students

Why join this drawing competition?

No entry fee — no fees, no charges, no payment required
Certificate for every participant — downloadable PDF certificate the day results are announced
Cash prizes for winners in each of 18 categories
Recognition — winning entries are showcased in our online gallery
Easy 5-minute online submission — submit a photo of your drawing from any phone or computer
Monthly themes — a new cause-based theme every month, World Environment Day in June, Mental Health in October, and many more

How to submit your drawing

Draw or paint anything inspired by this month's theme: Planet & Population — Cities grow. Species go.
Take a clear photo of your artwork (good light, no shadows).
Click the Submit Artwork button on this page.
Fill in your name, age or grade, school name, city, and state.
Upload the photo. You'll get an instant confirmation email.
Results announced on 5 July 2026. Download your certificate from your email.

Frequently asked questions

Is there any entry fee? No — entry costs nothing for every age. No fees, no hidden charges.

What is the last date to apply? 30 June 2026 is the last date for the Planet & Population art contest.

Does every participant get a certificate? Yes — a digital Certificate of Participation is emailed to every entrant on result day (5 July 2026).

How are entries judged? Jury of professional artists and educators reviews each entry within its grade category. There are 18 grade-based categories so you only compete with peers of your own level.

Can schools submit in bulk? Yes — schools and teachers can submit on behalf of their classes. Email artforawareness.official@gmail.com. See all 15 FAQs →

Last updated: 13 May 2026

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