Jashne-Iqbal 4.0 - Calligraphy Competition (School)

Jashn-e-Iqbal 4.0

Introduction

Calligraphy is the timeless art of transforming words into visual masterpieces. Every stroke reflects creativity, discipline, and emotion, preserving language and culture through artistic expression....

Time: 09th November, 08:30am - 11:30am, Al-Hamra Hall 01

Theme

افراد کے ہاتھوں میں ہے اقوام کی تقدیر

Eligibility

Open to school students.
Participants must be up to 15 years of age.
Submissions will be on the spot and the date of the competition is 9th November, 2026
Only one entry per participant is permitted.
The deadline for registration is 4th November, 2026.

Competition Format

The artwork must strictly follow the announced competition theme.
Participants may use any approved calligraphy medium unless otherwise specified by the organisers.
Artwork must comply with the prescribed size requirements (e.g. A3 or 18 × 24 inches).
All entries must be completed during the competition (if applicable), neatly finished, and submitted in a dry condition.
Participants are required to bring their own calligraphy materials and accessories.
Competition will be placed on the 08th and 09th of November, 2026 at Al-hamra Lahore Arts Council.

Judging Criteria

Entries will be evaluated on the basis of:

Creativity and originality
Interpretation of the theme
Technical skill and craftsmanship
Composition, balance, and presentation
Precision, consistency, and overall artistic impact

Rules & Regulations

1. Artwork
Requirements: All submissions must be the participant's original work. Copied, traced, or plagiarised artwork will not be accepted. The artwork must strictly adhere to the announced competition theme.
2. Artwork
Specifications: Entries must meet the size requirements specified by the organising committee. Artwork must be submitted in a dry, clean, and fully completed condition. Each submission must include the participant's details on the back.
3. Presentation: Artwork should be neatly presented and suitable for exhibition. Participants are expected to maintain a clean and organised workspace throughout the competition.
4. Code of
Conduct: Participants must demonstrate respectful and professional behaviour towards judges, organisers, fellow participants, and the audience. Any form of misconduct, dishonesty, or inappropriate behaviour may result in immediate disqualification.
5. Judge/s: The decision of the judge/s panel shall be final and binding. Entries will be assessed strictly according to the announced judging criteria.
6. Awards: The Top Three participants will receive cash prizes. Certificates of Merit will be awarded to the Top 10 participants. All awards and recognitions will be presented as determined by the organising committee. The artwork of the winning participants will be kept by the organizing committee.
7. Disqualification: Participants may be disqualified for violating competition rules, submitting copied or traced work, failing to comply with the theme, or displaying inappropriate conduct.
8. General
Provisions: The organising committee reserves the right to amend the competition rules, schedule, or format whenever necessary. Any changes will be communicated to participants prior to the competition.

Support & Inquiries

Asad Butt (Head of Calligraphy/Painting)

+92 317 8035757

CALLIGRAPHY / PAINTING COMPETITION (SCHOOL)

Cash Prizes

Jashn-e-Iqbal 4.0