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Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works

The scheme aims to encourage cultural exchange and literary development by providing financial assistance for translating high-quality literary and research works between Gujarati and other Indian languages.

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Sports & Culture

Sub-categories: Culture

Target beneficiaries: Individual, University / Institution

Tags: Book Translation Grant, Scholarly Works Support

Details

The "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, promotes the translation of significant literary, cultural, and scholarly works to and from the Gujarati language to foster national integration and cross-cultural dialogue. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy and offers financial support to individuals and institutions for translating original works from other Indian languages into Gujarati or vice versa. The scheme covers a wide range of genres, including novels, dramas, stories, essays, one-act plays, poetry, criticism, and research-based works.

Benefits

Financial Assistance:
For books up to 112 pages: Up to ₹10,000/-.- For books exceeding 112 pages: Up to ₹15,000/-. Printing Size Guidelines:
For “Demy” size: ₹2,300/- (paperback).- For “Double Crown” size: ₹2,500/- (paperback), ₹2,700/- (hardcover). Note: Reimbursement is capped at the lower of actual cost or ceiling

Financial Assistance:

For books up to 112 pages: Up to ₹10,000/-.- For books exceeding 112 pages: Up to ₹15,000/-.

Printing Size Guidelines:

For “Demy” size: ₹2,300/- (paperback).- For “Double Crown” size: ₹2,500/- (paperback), ₹2,700/- (hardcover).

Note: Reimbursement is capped at the lower of actual cost or ceiling.

Eligibility

An individual translator or a translation-handling institution is eligible under this scheme.
The translation must be from one Indian language into Gujarati, or from Gujarati into another Indian language.
The original author’s or publisher’s written permission for translation must be obtained and attached.
The manuscript must be unpublished and originally translated by the applicant.
Only one application per financial year is allowed.
Applicants who have received financial assistance five times or more under Sahitya Academy schemes are ineligible.

Application Process

Online

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the online application form page.
Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents.
Step 3: Click on the checkbox and verify the captcha.
Step 4: Click on the "Submit" button to complete the application process.
> Contact Us:

> Gujarat Sahitya Academy

> Jawerchand Meghani Bhavan,Behind Krishi Bhavan,Sector 10-A,Gandhinagar -382010.

> Phone: 079 - 23256797, 23256798; 7621005656

> Email: gsagandhinagar@gmail.com

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the main objective of the "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works"?: The primary objective of the "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works" is to encourage literary and cultural exchange by supporting the translation of high-quality literary, research, and scholarly works between Gujarati and other Indian languages.
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?: Any individual translator or eligible institution that wishes to translate a scholarly or literary work from another Indian language into Gujarati, or from Gujarati into another Indian language, can apply under the "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works", provided they meet all the eligibility criteria.
What types of works are considered scholarly or literary under the scheme?: Under this scheme, scholarly or literary works include original novels, plays, essays, short stories, poetry, literary criticism, one-act plays, cultural essays, and research-oriented manuscripts that contribute to the promotion of knowledge and literature.
Is it necessary to obtain permission from the original author or copyright holder?: Yes, as per the guidelines of the "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works", the translator must obtain written permission from the original author or publisher before submitting the manuscript for financial assistance.
What is the financial assistance amount provided under this scheme?: The scheme provides financial assistance of up to ₹10,000/- for translated manuscripts with up to 112 pages and up to ₹15,000/- for manuscripts exceeding 112 pages, subject to the size-based cost ceiling limits fixed by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy.
Is the assistance provided in advance or as reimbursement?: The financial assistance under the "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works" is provided as reimbursement after the applicant submits printed copies of the book, original printing bills, and all necessary documentation as per the scheme’s rules.
Can a person apply more than once in a financial year?: No, the applicant—whether an individual or an institution—can apply only once in a financial year under the "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for Translation of Scholarly Works".
Are applicants with prior Sahitya Academy grants eligible?: Applicants who have already received five or more financial assistance grants under any of the Gujarat Sahitya Academy’s schemes are not eligible to apply under this scheme.
Can a manuscript that has already been published be submitted for assistance?: No, the scheme strictly applies only to unpublished manuscripts; any work that has been published prior to approval is not eligible for financial assistance under this scheme.
What acknowledgment must be included in the published book?: Every book published under this scheme must include the statement “Published with financial assistance from Gujarat Sahitya Academy” along with the official logo of the Academy, both on the back cover and inside the book.
How many copies must be submitted to the Academy after printing?: After publication, the applicant must submit 15 free copies of the translated book to the Gujarat Sahitya Academy as part of the post-approval requirements for disbursement of financial assistance.
Is it possible to alter the manuscript after submission?: No, once the manuscript is submitted, the applicant is not allowed to change the title, content, or structure of the work without written approval from the Gujarat Sahitya Academy.

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