The North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC), Dimapur has invited applications for the Guru Shishya Parampara Scheme for 2026–2027.
Candidates in the age group of 45 to 70 years with strong expertise in any cultural field of the region, including folk dance, folk songs, bamboo, cane and wood crafts, folk theatre, woodcraft, mask making, and other traditional art forms, are eligible to apply. Emphasis will be given to dying and vanishing art forms of the region.
On selection and appointment as Guru, the selected candidate will appoint one assistant and four Shishyas (students) in the age group of 15 to 25 years and impart training for one year.
The monthly honorarium under the scheme is as follows:
Applications along with bio-data and supporting documents should be submitted through the Directorate of Art and Culture or Cultural Affairs Department of the respective State. The last date for submission of applications is August 31, 2026.
Application forms and further details are available on the official website: www.nezccindia.org.in