Eastern Province Literary Festival 2026 – Awards, Book Competition & Applications
Apply now for Eastern Province Literary Festival 2026 including Viththagar Award, Young Artist Award, Best Book Award, Book Purchase Scheme & Publication Support. Closing Date May 15, 2026.
📚 EASTERN PROVINCE LITERARY FESTIVAL 2026
📚 නැගෙනහිර පළාත් සාහිත්ය උළෙල 2026
📚 கிழக்கு மாகாண இலக்கிய விழா 2026
Final Deadline: 15 May 2026
The Department of Cultural Affairs of the Eastern Province has announced multiple awards, competitions, and support schemes under the Literary Festival 2026. Applications are now open for writers, artists, and professionals.
🏆 Viththagar Award 2026
Eligibility: Literary figures, artists & professionals above 50 years
Residency: Minimum 5 years in Eastern Province
Submission: Application + Photo + Certified documents
🌟 Young Artist Award 2026
Eligibility: Young artists born in Eastern Province
Age Limit: Below 50 years
Submission: Application + Photo + Certified documents
📖 Best Book Award 2026
Eligibility: Books published in 2025 (Eastern Province writers)
Requirement: Submit 4 copies
Deadline: 15 May 2026
Categories:
Novel | Short Story | Poetry | Children’s Literature | Science & Technology | Research | Translations | Ayurveda | Folk Literature | History | Miscellaneous
Important: Mark envelope “Selection of Books for Eastern Province Literary Award - 2026”
📚 Book Purchase Scheme 2026
Submit application + 2 copies of book
Books published in 2025 are eligible
Priority for new applicants
📝 Book Publication Support 2026
General Books: 30–120 pages (A5)
Research/History: 120–200 pages
Submit: Hardcopy + Softcopy (CD / Word)
Condition: Financial hardship certification required
Note: Only one-time support per artist
📍 Contact Details
Address: Provincial Director, Department of Cultural Affairs (E.P.), Inner Harbour Road, Trincomalee
Phone: 026-2220036
Website: www.ep.gov.lk
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