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ART Competition

Rules & Submission Guidelines

  • The theme for the art competition will be revealed before the event starts (on-the-spot).
  • Each participant may submit only one artwork. The artwork must be original and created solely by the participant.
  • The work must clearly interpret and reflect the given theme. Artists are free to choose any art style, as long as it aligns with the theme.
  • The artwork size must not exceed A3. Framed artworks will not be accepted.
  • Participants must submit the title of the artwork alongside a minimum 150-word write-up explaining: how the artwork represents the theme, the medium used, and the reason for choosing that medium.
  • A description tag must be securely attached to the back of the artwork.
  • All submitted artworks may be used for academic, exhibition, or promotional purposes by MAGX'26 and VIT University, Vellore.

Technical Requirements

  • All artworks must strictly follow the traditional method.
  • Participants must bring their own materials, including pencils, watercolours, pastels, colour palettes, erasers, gum, scissors, or any other required tools.
  • Only drawing paper will be provided at the venue by the MAGX’26 Committee.

Awards & Jury Selection

  • Winner, Runner-Up, and Special Category Award (Note: Awards may vary at the discretion of the committee).
  • Entries will be evaluated by independent artists and art professionals. The decision of the jury is final and binding; no correspondence regarding results will be entertained.
  • Finalists and winners will be informed via email or phone call. The committee will make every effort to announce results on schedule but it is not our responsible for unforeseen delays.
  • By participating, contestants (and guardians for minors) agree to abide by all festival rules and accept the jury's decision as final.

Event Details

Start Time 10th March 2026 | 14:00 HRS
Venue MGB410, Gandhi Block
VIT Vellore
Entry Fee INR 600/- (Inclusive of 18% GST)
Eligibility Graduate Students * Must present a valid university/college ID card.
* Must carry official acknowledgment slip after registration.
Event Coordinators
Prof. Mantu Das
Prof. MANTU DAS
Coordinator
Prof. Agase Devidas
Prof. AGASE DEVIDAS HARIBHAU
Coordinator
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