Blue Economy for Viksit Bharat Painting Competition 2026 by Department of Fisheries & MyGov [Top 30 Certificates]: Submit by Oct 21

The Department of Fisheries, in collaboration with MyGov, is inviting original paintings for the Blue Economy for Viksit Bharat Painting Competition 2026. Participants may create artwork using traditional mediums, submit it digitally and explain its message in up to 150 words. The top 30 entries will receive certificates from the Department of Fisheries.

Click here to participate in the painting competition.

About the Department of Fisheries

The Department of Fisheries functions under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India.

It works towards the sustainable development of fisheries and aquaculture, fish production, livelihood generation, food security and the welfare of fishers and fish farmers.

About the Competition

The competition forms part of a nationwide citizen-engagement campaign connected with National Fish Farmers Day 2026.

It aims to raise awareness about India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector, promote sustainable fishing practices and highlight the contribution of fish farmers to India’s Blue Economy.

Participants must creatively present the journey and possibilities of a “Blue Economy for Viksit Bharat.”

Theme

The competition theme is:

Blue Economy for Viksit Bharat

Artwork should communicate how fisheries, aquaculture, oceans and other aquatic resources can contribute to sustainable development and a developed India.

Objectives

The competition aims to:

• Increase awareness of India’s fisheries sector.
• Encourage participants to creatively depict the journey of the Blue Economy.
• Highlight sustainable fishing and aquaculture.
• Recognise the contribution of fishers and fish farmers.
• Connect the Blue Economy with the vision of Viksit Bharat.

Eligibility Criteria

The activity is presented as a nationwide citizen-engagement competition.

However, the public competition page does not specify:

• An age limit
• Educational qualifications
• A separate student or professional category
• Detailed citizenship or residency conditions

Participants must register or log in through MyGov. They should review the live portal and Terms and Conditions for any additional eligibility requirements before submitting.

Permitted Art Mediums

Participants may create their paintings using traditional mediums such as:

• Watercolour
• Acrylic
• Oil colours
• Poster colours
• Crayons
• Pencil colours
• Charcoal
• Mixed media

AI-generated, copied or plagiarised artwork will not be accepted.

Submission Guidelines

• Each participant may submit only one original painting.
• The artwork should preferably be created on A3 or A4 paper or canvas.
• The physical artwork must be photographed or scanned for digital submission.
• The entry must be uploaded in JPEG, JPG or PNG format.
• The maximum permitted file size is 10 MB.
• Participants must provide a short description explaining the artwork’s concept or message.
• The description must not exceed 150 words.
• The uploaded image should be clear, properly framed and easy to view.
• AI-generated, copied or plagiarised entries will be rejected.
• Entries must be submitted through the MyGov portal.

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Selection Criteria

Paintings will be assessed on:

• Relevance to the theme
• Creativity and originality
• Visual impact
• Clarity of message
• Ability to engage viewers
• Artistic skill and composition
• Connection with the Blue Economy for Viksit Bharat theme

Recognition

The top 30 paintings will receive certificates from the Department of Fisheries.

Selected entries may also be showcased through:

• Department of Fisheries digital platforms
• Awareness campaigns
• Exhibitions
• Publications
• Educational initiatives

No cash prize or monetary gratification is mentioned on the official competition page.

Important Note on the Terms and Conditions

The official competition page links to a separate Terms and Conditions PDF. However, that PDF link was returning a 404 error when checked on September 28, 2026.

Participants should regularly check the live MyGov page for a restored or updated document, particularly for clarification about eligibility, copyright, image-use permissions and ownership of selected entries.

How to Participate?

1. Create an original painting based on the theme.
2. Preferably use A3 or A4 paper or canvas.
3. Scan or photograph the completed artwork clearly.
4. Save the image in JPG, JPEG or PNG format.
5. Ensure that the file size does not exceed 10 MB.
6. Write a description of up to 150 words explaining the concept.
7. Register or log in to MyGov.
8. Upload the image and description through the official competition page.
9. Confirm that the submission has been completed successfully.

Important Dates

• Competition opens: August 21, 2026, at 12:09 PM IST
• Submission deadline: October 21, 2026, at 11:45 PM IST

Entries submitted after the deadline may not be considered.

Click here to read the official competition details and participate.

Click here to log in directly and submit your painting.