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The Inception Grant 2026 · Application

Apply for the grant that backs unheard voices

FCEA's flagship annual grant supports contemporary South Asian artists aged 21–35 with no institutional backing — through a cash award, mentorship, exhibitions, and digital amplification. Complete the form below to submit your application.

Applications close 30 September 2026.

~1,000Applications received
21–35Eligible age range
6Eligible countries
4Grant categories
How submission works: complete the form and press Submit — your details and all four PDFs (portfolio, statement, CV, ID document) upload securely right here on the page, and your application reference number appears on screen. No email needed.
Please review the highlighted fields below — some entries are missing or don't meet the stated requirements.
01

Identity

Who you are, and how the jury can reach you.

Enter your full name as it appears on your proof of age.
Enter a valid email address.
Enter your country code and phone number.
Enter your city of residence.
Select your country from the list.
02

Date of Birth

The grant is open to artists aged 21–35.

—Years Old
Enter a valid date of birth. Applicants must be between 21 and 35 years old.
03

Category

Choose the category most relevant to your practice.

Select the grant category you're applying for.
04

Portfolio & Documents

PDF only. Keep within the stated size limits.

Upload your portfolio as a PDF under 10MB.
Upload your artist statement as a PDF under 2MB.
Upload your CV as a PDF under 2MB.
05

Proof of Age

Any govt document that serves as the proof of identity and date of birth. Name and DOB must be clearly visible.

Upload your ID document as a PDF under 5MB.

Please hide any sensitive ID number or information in the document attached.

By submitting, you confirm the details above are accurate and that your practice meets FCEA's eligibility criteria.

FCEA

Application received

Thank you — we've securely saved your details and all four documents. Our curatorial team reviews every submission; you'll hear from us by email.