Fine Arts

On the Spot Painting
  • Only one entry per university is allowed.
  • The painting will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
  • Participants will be given a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete their artwork.
  • The painting must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” × 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
  • Participants may use any one media such as Acrylic Colours, Water colours, Poster colours, Pastel colours, Oil colours, etc.
  • Participants must bring their own art supplies, including brushes, colours, palettes, containers, and any other required tools. Only the drawing sheet will be provided by the host institute.
  • Participants are advised to bring their own drawing boards or easel as per their choice.
  • The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
  • Paintings will be evaluated on criteria such as Relevance to Theme, Creativity and Originality, Composition and Layout, Colour Harmony, Technique, & Overall Aesthetic Appeal.
Collage
  • Only one entry per university is allowed.
  • The collage will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
  • The collage must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” x 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
  • Participants will be given a maximum of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete their collage.
  • Collages must be prepared only using materials from old magazines and newspapers.
  • Participants must bring their own materials, including adhesive (pasting material), old magazines/newspapers, and any other required items.
  • Use of scissors, cutters, blades, or any sharp cutting tools is strictly prohibited. All tearing/cutting must be done by hand.
  • The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
  • Collages will be evaluated on criteria such as Relevance to Theme, Creativity and Innovation, Neatness and Craftsmanship, Composition and Layout & Visual Impact, and Aesthetic Appeal.
Poster Making
  • Only one entry per university is allowed.
  • The posters will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
  • Participants will be given a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete their artwork.
  • The poster must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” x 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
  • Participants may use any one media such as Acrylic Colours, Water colours, Poster colours, Pastel colours, etc.
  • Participants must bring their own art supplies, including brushes, colours, palettes, containers, and any other required tools. Only the drawing sheet will be provided by the host institute.
  • Participants are advised to bring their own drawing boards or easel as per their choice.
  • The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
  • Posters will be evaluated on criteria such as Relevance to the Theme, Creativity and Originality, Visual Impact and Presentation, Clarity of Message / Visual Communication, and Overall Composition and Neatness.
Clay modelling
  • Only one entry per university is allowed.
  • The clay model must be created on the spot, based on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
  • Participants will have a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete their artwork.
  • The maximum permissible size of the clay model is 12 inches × 12 inches × 12 inches (30 cm × 30 cm × 30 cm).
  • Participants may bring clay modeling tools (e.g., shaping tools, rolling pins, modeling knives – all non-electric and hand-held); water sprays or small bowls for softening clay; cloths/rags for cleaning; and protective aprons or gloves.
  • Participants are allowed to use armatures and the necessary tools for erecting them.
  • Participants are required to bring a wooden plank or plywood sheet with minimum dimensions of 2 feet by 2 feet and a thickness of at least 12 millimetres, to be used as the base for their clay model.
  • The following are strictly prohibited: electric or battery-operated tools, heating equipment, hair dryers, or any powered tools; pre-molded or pre-designed parts; external decorations; use of paint, glitter, sequins, fabric, or any other embellishments; and clay types other than those provided.
  • The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
  • Clay models will be evaluated based on the following criteria: relevance to the theme, creativity and originality, technique and detailing, structural stability and aesthetic appeal, and finish.
Cartooning
  • Only one entry per university is allowed.
  • The cartoon will be created on the spot on a theme or subject that will be announced at the start of the competition.
  • Participants will be given a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete their artwork.
  • The cartooning must be made on half imperial size drawing paper (22” x 15”). This paper will be provided by the host institute.
  • Participants may use any one media such as Acrylic Colours, Water colours, Poster colours, Pastel colours, etc.
  • Participants must bring their own art supplies, including brushes, colours, palettes, containers, and any other required tools. Only the drawing sheet will be provided by the host institute.
  • Participants are advised to bring their own drawing boards or easel as per their choice.
  • The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
  • Cartooning will be evaluated on criteria such as Relevance to Theme, Creativity and Originality, Artistic Composition and Design, Technique, Use of Medium, and Overall Visual Impact.
Rangoli
  • Only one entry per university is allowed.
  • Participants will be required to create a Rangoli design based on a subject, theme, or topic announced at the start of the event.
  • Participants will be given a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete their artwork.
  • The maximum permissible size for each Rangoli design is 4 feet × 4 feet (i.e., 4 feet diameter in case of circular rangoli) while the rangoli must not be smaller than 2.5 feet × 2.5 feet (i.e., 2.5 feet diameter in case of circular rangoli). Rangoli must be created within and on the space allotted by the organisers.
  • Participants must bring their own materials.
  • Participants may use permitted medium for their Rangoli. Acceptable materials include: Rangoli powders or colours, flower petals, coloured sawdust, or food grains (e.g., rice, lentils).
  • Pasting/gluing of materials is strictly prohibited.
  • The use of dyes, stencils, moulds, mechanical tools, or any other aids is not permitted. All work must be done freehand.
  • Participants may draw from traditional forms such as Mandna, Alpana, Alekhan, Kolam, Rangoli, or others, with interpretations allowed in freehand, pictorial, or descriptive styles.
  • The use or possession of mobile phones and other digital devices is strictly prohibited for participants throughout the duration of the event.
  • Rangolis will be evaluated on criteria such as relevance to the theme, creativity and innovation, design and composition, neatness and precision, colour harmony and aesthetic appeal.