Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan 2026-27 initiative to identify, support, and promote talented youth across Delhi. The scheme has been introduced by the Delhi Government through the Department of Art, Culture and Languages as a major cultural and youth engagement initiative covering all 70 Assembly constituencies of Delhi.

While announcing the scheme, the Chief Minister described the initiative as more than just a competition. According to the Delhi Government, the scheme aims to provide a strong platform for recognising hidden talent, nurturing creativity, and helping participants reach national-level opportunities. The official logo of the scheme was also unveiled during the launch event.

Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan has been designed as a structured multi-phase talent discovery program where participants from different social and economic backgrounds can showcase their abilities before expert judges and the public. The initiative aims to strengthen youth participation, cultural engagement, and community involvement while providing equal opportunities to talented participants across Delhi.

The Delhi Government has allocated a budget of Rs 10 crore for the implementation of the scheme. More than 25,000 youth are expected to participate in different stages of the competition. Registration under the scheme is completely free, and eligible participants can apply online through the official portal.

The competition will be organised in multiple categories, including singing, dance, theatre, instrumental music, music composition, digital art, fine art, sculpture, and pottery. The selection process will begin with online auditions and continue through cluster-level competitions, zonal-level competitions, and the state-level grand finale.

Apart from providing recognition and exposure, the Delhi Government will also award attractive cash prizes to winners in different categories. Participants securing the first position will receive Rs 2.5 lakh as prize money. The second position holder will receive Rs 2 lakh, while the third position winner will receive Rs 1.5 lakh. Participants securing the fourth position will receive Rs 1 lakh. Winners may also receive certificates, trophies, media exposure, and future opportunities in their respective fields.

The evaluation process will include both public online voting and expert jury assessment. Public voting will carry 25% weightage while expert jury evaluation will account for 75% of the total score. Bollywood artists and celebrities may also participate in the state-level grand finale event.

The Delhi Government has also introduced strict rules to ensure fairness and transparency in the competition. AI-generated submissions, edited performances, plagiarism, offensive content, and unsafe acts have been prohibited. Participants must submit original work and follow all official guidelines during every stage of the competition.

Talent Categories Under Delhi Talent Hunt

• Singing – Classical, Folk, and Non-Classical Music
• Dance – Classical, Folk, and Modern/Non-Classical Dance
• Fine Art and Digital Art
• Sculpture and Pottery
• Music Composition
• Instrumental Music
• Acting and Theatre

Scheme Benefits

• Provides a government-supported platform to showcase talent.
• Registration under the scheme is completely free.
• Offers professional exposure to young artists and performers.
• Winners can receive cash prizes up to Rs 2.5 lakh along with certificates, trophies, and media exposure.
• Encourages participation from schools, RWAs, and communities.
• Participants can perform at cluster-level, zonal-level, and state-level competitions.
• Selected participants may get future growth opportunities in the creative and performing arts sectors.
• Promotes cultural engagement and social inclusion across Delhi.

Cash Prize Details

The Delhi Government will provide attractive cash rewards to winners under the Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan competition. Prize money will be awarded category-wise during the state-level Grand Finale. Through these rewards, the government aims to encourage talented youth and recognise their creative and performing arts skills.

Winners selected in categories such as singing, dance, theatre, digital art, instrumental music, sculpture, and other talent events will receive cash prizes along with certificates, trophies, media exposure, and future opportunities.

• First Prize: Participants securing first position will receive Rs 2.5 lakh as prize money.
• Second Prize: Participants securing second position will receive Rs 2 lakh.
• Third Prize: Participants securing third position will receive Rs 1.5 lakh.
• Fourth Prize: Participants securing fourth position will receive Rs 1 lakh.
• Winners may also receive certificates and trophies from the Delhi Government.
• Selected participants may receive media exposure and opportunities for future growth in their respective fields.
• Prize distribution is expected to take place during the state-level Grand Finale event.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
• Applicant must be a resident of Delhi.
• Eligible age is 16 to 35 years as on 1 March 2026.
• Participation is allowed as Individual, Duo, or Group depending on category rules.
• Each participant or group can register in only one category.
• All required documents must be submitted during registration.
• False information or a mismatch in documents may lead to disqualification.

Competition Schedule

Delhi Government has released the schedule for different rounds under the Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan 2026-27 competition. Eligible participants can register, submit entries, and participate in public voting according to the official timeline given below.

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card or valid identity proof
• Proof of Delhi residence
• Passport size photograph
• Date of Birth proof
• Mobile number
• Email ID
• Performance video or artwork submission as per category guidelines
• Group member details for group participation

Steps to Apply

Eligible participants who want to take part in the Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan competition must complete the online registration and audition submission process through the official portal. Applicants can follow the step-by-step process given below to register successfully.

• Visit the official Delhi Talent Hunt website and click on the "Register Now" option available on the homepage.
  
• Fill in the registration form by entering details such as full name, email ID, mobile number, date of birth, gender, address, assembly constituency, and PIN code. 
  
• Select the participation type as Solo or Group according to your category requirements.
• Choose the preferred talent category carefully, as participants are allowed to participate in only one category, and it cannot be changed later.
• Create a password for the account and confirm the entered details before proceeding further.
• Applicants can also enable WhatsApp notifications to receive important updates related to the competition.
• After submitting the registration form, complete the OTP verification process using the mobile number registered during signup.
• Read and accept the terms and conditions displayed on the portal to continue further.
• Complete the profile by uploading a clear passport-style photograph in JPG or PNG format within the prescribed file size limit.
• After profile verification, applicants can submit their audition entry in the selected category.
• Enter a short description related to the performance or talent submission.
• Upload the audition through the YouTube video link submission option available on the portal.
• Paste the correct YouTube video URL and submit the final entry for verification.
• Once the verification process is completed successfully, the application status may appear as submitted, approved, or shortlisted on the participant dashboard.

Performance & Submission Guidelines

• Registration will be accepted online only.
• Participants can submit entries only in their selected category.
• Videos must be uploaded in a single continuous take without editing or effects.
• Minimum HD quality video and audio are required.
• Videos and images must be submitted in landscape orientation.
• No logos, watermarks, branding, or promotions are allowed in submissions.
• AI-generated or manipulated submissions are prohibited.
• Offensive, vulgar, hateful, or political content is not allowed.
• Participants must bring their own instruments, costumes, props, or gadgets for live performances.
• Singing and Dance online audition duration is maximum 60 seconds.
• On-ground performances are generally limited to 2 minutes.
• Zonal level competition performance duration is generally 2 to 4 minutes.
• Exceeding the time limit may lead to disqualification.

Competition Phases

The Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan competition will be conducted through a structured four-stage selection process to identify talented participants from across Delhi. The competition will begin with online registration and preliminary screening and later progress through cluster-level and zonal-level competitions before reaching the state-level grand finale.

• Phase 1 – Online Registration, Entry Submission, Screening, and Shortlisting: Participants must register online through the official portal and upload their performance videos or artwork submissions according to category guidelines.
• Phase 2 – Assembly Club Competitions: Shortlisted participants from Phase 1 will participate in on-ground competitions organised at different venues across Delhi.
• Phase 3 – Constituency Club Competitions: Selected participants from the previous round will compete in advanced-level competitions before the final selection process.
• Phase 4 – State-Level Grand Finale: Finalists selected from different categories will compete in the Grand Finale for top positions and prize rewards.

Evaluation Criteria

The Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan competition will follow a combined evaluation system involving both public participation and expert assessment. The Delhi Government has introduced this evaluation model to ensure transparency, public engagement, and fair judgement during all stages of the competition.

• Public Online Voting: Public voting will carry 25% weightage in the total evaluation process.
• Expert Jury Evaluation: Expert jury assessment will carry 75% weightage in the final evaluation process.
• Participants will also be judged on creativity, presentation, technical skill, artistic expression, and overall performance quality.
• The decisions of judges and jury members will remain final and binding for all participants.

Public Voting Details

Public online voting will play an important role in the Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan competition. According to the official guidelines and announced details, audience participation through online voting will contribute to the overall evaluation process during different stages of the competition.

The Delhi Government has included public voting to increase public engagement and provide wider recognition to talented participants across Delhi.

• Public online voting will carry 25% weightage in the overall evaluation process.
• Expert jury assessment will account for the remaining 75% weightage.
• Public voting for Round 1 will be conducted from 20 May 2026 to 30 May 2026.
• Online voting may take place during multiple stages of the competition.
• Participants shortlisted through jury evaluation and public voting will move to the next stage of the competition.
• Public voting aims to encourage audience participation and community engagement.

How to Vote for Your Favourite Artist

Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan allows citizens to support their favourite participants through online voting. Public voting carries 25% weightage in the overall evaluation process and plays an important role in participant selection.

People can vote online for their favourite artists through the official Delhi Talent Hunt portal by following the process given below.

• Visit the official Delhi Talent Hunt portal.
• Open the "Voting" section available on the website.
• Select the desired category from the available list.
• The list of artists who have submitted their entries, along with the number of votes received, will appear on the screen.
• View the performance video of your favourite participant.
• If you like the performance, tap on the "Like" button to submit your vote.
• Once the vote is submitted, it will be successfully registered on the portal.
• After liking a video, the vote cannot be removed or unliked.
• Public voting for Round 1 will remain active from 20 May 2026 to 30 May 2026.

Relevant Links

• Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan Online Registration
• Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan Applicant Login
• Official Guidelines for Delhi Talent Hunt Hauslon Ki Udaan Scheme
• Delhi Talent Hunt Portal

Contact Information

• Delhi Talent Hunt Email Helpdesk: [email protected]