Pallavi Competition

Please read these rules carefully before registering for the competition.

Eligibility

  • The competition is an individual event. Groups will not be allowed to enter.
  • There will be two age groups — Junior for ages 10 to 14, and Senior for ages 15 to 21. (Age should be calculated as of March 1)
  • In addition to these age groups, there will be different categories for vocal and various melody instruments (violin, flute, veena, etc.)

Application/Competition

  • The fee for this category is US $85 per entry
  • Applicants in the Senior category must submit the details (raga, tala, eduppu, sahityam) of two (2) pallavis on the application form, and juniors must submit one (1).
  • The judges will choose which of the pallavis must be performed on stage. If the contestant is unable to perform the pallavi that the judges have selected, he/she may be disqualified.
  • Competitors should perform alapana and thanam in the raga of the chosen pallavi, followed by the pallavi.
  • A strict time limit of fifteen (15) minutes will be imposed. A buzzer will signal the conclusion of the allotted time. The judges may also request the contestant to stop before the allotted time.
  • The decision of the judges is final and binding.
  • The application for registration and associated entry fee must be received by the deadline, March 8, 2026.

Registration for the competition is now closed. You can still view your entry by logging into the registration page, but you cannot add or change any entries.