Applications are invited for the PM Yuva 3.0- Prime Minister’s Scheme For Mentoring Young Authors. Apply by April 10
National Education Policy 2020 has emphasised on the empowerment of the young minds and creating a learning eco-system that can make the young readers/learners ready for leadership roles in the future world. India is considered to be a ‘young country’ because 66% of its total population are young and can be tapped for capacity and nation building. In this context, a national scheme for mentoring generations of young authors has proven to be a significant stepping stone for laying the foundation of the future leaders of the creative world. The first mentorship scheme was launched on 31st May 2021.
The theme was National Movement of India with focus on Unsung Heroes; little known facts about the Freedom Struggle; Role of various places in National Movement; Entries bringing out new perspectives related to political, cultural, economic, or science related aspects of national movement etc. as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.
This scheme has been conceptualised on the premise that the twenty first century India needs to groom a generation of young authors to create ambassadors of Indian literature and world view. In view of the fact that our country is ranked third in the arena of book publishing and we have a treasure trove of indigenous literature, India must project it at the global stage.
This proposal of mentorship of young authors is in tune with PM’s vision of Global Citizen that needs to be launched to train young and budding authors up to the age of 30 years in order to promote reading, writing and book culture in the country, and project India and Indian writings globally.
The contestants will be asked to submit a Book proposal of 10,000 words. Therefore, division as per the following
| 1 | Synopsis | 2000-3000 words |
| 2 | Chapter Plan | Yes |
| 3 | Two-three sample chapters | 7000-8000 words |
| 4 | Bibliography and References | Yes |
| Duration of the all India contest | 11 March – 10 April 2025 |
| Evaluation of proposals | 12 April -12 May 2025 |
| Meeting of national jury | 20 May 2025 |
| Announcement of the results | 31 May 2025 |
| Mentorship duration | 1 June – 1 November 2025 |
| National camp | New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 (10 to 18 January 2026) |
| Publication of first set of books | By 31 March 2026 |
Interested candidates can apply through this link.
