SPIC MACAY Scholarships

The Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth, generally known by its initials (SPIC MACAY), promotes Indian classical music, Indian classical dance, and other aspects Indian culture,

it is a movement with chapters in over 300 towns and cities all over the world. SPIC MACAY was established by Dr. Kiran Seth in 1977 at IIT Delhi. It seeks to foster the exchange of traditional Indian values and to generate awareness of the cultural traditions and heritage of India.

In order to achieve its goals, SPICMACAY organizes concerts, lectures, demonstrations, informal discussions, and seminars. These are hosted by local chapters of the organization.

SPIC MACAY, while introducing the scholarship, felt that if a student was given the chance to spend time with a guru or teacher for a month during the student's summer vacation it would leave a deep impact on the student's mind.

The student would experience a different style of living condition and education system than his own which would inspire them to bring about a sense of fulfillment in their lives.

Application and other details of SPIC MACAY Scholarship

The candidates applying for SPIC MACAY Scholarship should write an essay in about 450 words on 'Why I want to go'. The application should be sent before or on the fixed date. The candidates are also requested to let SPIC MACAY know the reason for availing of the scholarship and how the gurus with whom they wish to spend time appeal to them.

The candidates are selected for the interview after evaluating the application. The candidates are asked to stay with a guru for a month in summer. The candidates appearing for the interview are asked to produce a 'no-objection' certificate from their parents / guardians along with a refundable bond worth Rs.2500/.

Contact for more Details:

SPIC MACAY
National Coordinator
Scholarship Scheme
41/42, Lucknow Road
Delhi 110 054