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How to Apply for PM-YUVA Author Mentorship 2026

PM-YUVA - young authors program. ₹50K/month stipend + book publishing for selected writers under 30.

📁 Schemes ⏱️ 30-45 mins 💰 Free Application

About This Guide

Pradhan Mantri Yuva Author (PM-YUVA) Mentorship Scheme by National Book Trust selects 75 young authors (under 30) annually. ₹50,000/month stipend for 6 months. Mentorship by established authors. Published book by NBT. Topics: India's freedom struggle, founding fathers, post-independence India, contemporary issues.

Eligibility Criteria

Indian citizen under 30 years
Excellent writing skills
Sample writing in Hindi/English/regional languages
Book proposal on assigned theme
Bachelor's degree minimum

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar
Educational certificates
Sample writing (5,000+ words)
Book proposal (synopsis + 1 chapter draft)
CV
Photo
References (academic)

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Portal

nbtindia.gov.in. PM-YUVA section.

Personal details, language preference.

Submit Sample Writing

5,000+ words in chosen language.

Book Proposal

Detailed synopsis (2,000 words) + sample chapter (5,000 words).

Upload CV + Documents

Educational, achievements, prior writing.

Submit

Acknowledgment.

Selection Process

Panel review. ~75 selected from thousands.

Mentorship Begins

6 months. Established author mentor.

₹50K/Month Stipend

During 6-month period.

Book Submission

Final manuscript by end of program.

NBT Publishes

Book published with royalty agreement.

Key Benefits

₹50,000/month for 6 months = ₹3L total
Mentor: established author
Published book by NBT
Royalty on sales
Career launch as author
National recognition
Multiple languages supported
Resume value

What Happens After Application?

Selection 30-60 days post-submission. 6-month mentorship. Book published 6-12 months later. Royalty payments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Multiple languages?

Yes. Hindi, English, regional languages. Choose one.

After publication?

Career as author. NBT royalties + further book deals. Network with NBT mentors.