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Katha Utsav National Writers' Workshop
by Katha India
Workshops with authors and editors
Katha Utsav National Writers' Workshop is a competition by Katha India for students in Class 4–12, open to students across India.
Mode
Hybrid
Eligibility
Class 4–12
Fee
₹950
Duration
Submission window plus regional and national workshops over six months
Format
Individual
Time needed
Initial entry submission, optional preparatory webinars, two-day regional workshop for selected entrants, multi-day finale for top writers
About This Opportunity
Katha Utsav is the National Writers' Workshop organized by Katha India, inviting students across the country to submit original fiction, non-fiction, or poetry on the theme "My India, My World." Submissions are accepted in English or Hindi.
The contest is open to students in Classes 4 to 12, with both individual participants and schools welcome. Word limits vary by class group, and titles are not counted towards the word limit.
Selected writers attend two-day regional workshops conducted by professional authors, editors, poets, and translators. The strongest writers from these workshops qualify for the multi-day Katha Utsav Finale in Delhi, alongside authors and theatre personalities.
Participants receive certificates, mentorship from professional writers, and consideration for the Best of Katha Utsav Collection. Schools enrolling 25+ students are eligible for the Champion Award School recognition.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 4–12
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to students in Classes 4 to 12 across India. Both individual participants and schools may register. Submissions are accepted in English or Hindi as fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. Word limits vary by class group.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Original writing on the announced theme in fiction, non-fiction, or poetry, refined through workshop sessions led by authors, editors, and translators.
Rewards & Recognition
Certificate
Katha Utsav Certificate
Participants receive certificates from Katha India for their submissions and workshop participation.
Career pathways
Selected writers receive mentorship from professional authors, editors, poets, and translators during regional and national workshops.
Recognition
National writing recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Submissions accepted in both English and Hindi
- Two-day regional workshops with professional authors and editors
- National finale alongside authors, illustrators, and theatre personalities
- Six months of optional preparatory webinars and online workshops
- Champion Award School recognition for schools with strong participation
Rounds & format
Round 1: Online entry submission (PDF). Round 2: Two-day regional writers' workshop for selected participants. Round 3: Multi-day National Katha Utsav Finale in Delhi for top writers from regional workshops.
How entries are judged
Originality, imagination, voice, craft, and adherence to theme and word limits.
Selection process
Submitted entries are evaluated by Katha's editors and mentors; the strongest entries qualify for regional workshops and subsequently for the national finale.
How to apply
- 1Register on the official Katha Utsav website
- 2Pay the applicable entry fee based on class group
- 3Submit an original entry as a PDF in fiction, non-fiction, or poetry on the announced theme
- 4Attend optional preparatory webinars and online workshops
- 5If selected, attend the regional two-day writers' workshop
- 6Top writers from regional rounds are invited to the National Finale in Delhi
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Entry fees vary by class group. Classes 4-7: ₹500 (early) / ₹750 (standard). Classes 8-12: ₹700 (early) / ₹950 (standard). Each additional entry requires a separate fee.
Frequently asked questions
Is Katha Utsav National Writers' Workshop free?
₹950 registration
Who can participate in Katha Utsav National Writers' Workshop?
Students in Class 4–12.
What will my child gain from Katha Utsav National Writers' Workshop?
Two-day regional writers' workshop with professional authors and editors for selected participants. Mentorship from poets, translators, and editors during the workshop. Opportunity to qualify for the multi-day National Katha Utsav Finale in Delhi. Consideration for the Best of Katha Utsav Collection. Certificate of participation from Katha India. Champion Award School recognition for schools registering 25+ students. Optional preparatory webinars and online writing workshops over six months.
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