Inlaks–AAA Art Grant for Experimental Art Practice in India
- Published
- 2 Nov 2026
- Closes
- 30 Nov 2026
- Reference
- inlaks-aaa-art-grant-for-experimental-art-practice-in-india
- Location
- India
At a glance
A buyer in India has published a funding call: “Inlaks–AAA Art Grant for Experimental Art Practice in India”. Submissions close on 30 November 2026, 28 days from today. Quote reference inlaks-aaa-art-grant-for-experimental-art-practice-in-india in any correspondence with the buyer. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Details
Asia Art Archive in India and Inlaks India Foundation invite applications for the Inlaks–AAA Art Grant 2027, designed to support innovative art practices. This grant encourages artists to explore archival concepts through research, collaboration, and experimental artmaking. The application deadline is 30 November 2026. The Inlaks–AAA Art Grant 2027 aims to foster experimental approaches in art by engaging with the concept, system, and medium of archives. Artists are encouraged to present projects that critically and imaginatively interact with archives from various fields such as art, music, cinema, and more. This opportunity allows artists to propose projects without the expectation of a completed work by the end of the grant period. Recipients will receive financial support of up to INR 2,00,000. The grant focuses on enabling artists to explore new methodologies in art practice, particularly those incorporating research and experimentation with archives.
The grant supports:
This grant provides a platform for artists to rethink and innovate within the realm of archives, contributing to new narratives in contemporary art. It enables creative exploration without the pressure of completing a final artwork, focusing instead on process and experimentation. Who can apply for the Inlaks–AAA Art Grant 2027? Indian citizens aged 25-35 currently residing in India are eligible. Collectives can apply if all members meet the age and residency criteria. What is the grant amount? The grant provides up to INR 2,00,000. What projects are supported by the grant? Projects exploring archives in art, music, cinema, and other fields are supported. Personal archives and public resources are also eligible. When is the application deadline? The deadline for applications is 30 November 2026. How are the applications assessed? Applications are evaluated based on clarity and rigour. Six finalists will be interviewed, with one grantee selected. Interested applicants should review the official guidelines and complete the application process by the deadline. For any queries, contact aaaigrant@aaa.org.hk.
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