Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, May 8, 2025, Kolkata : Lalit Kala Akademi, the National Academy of Art in New Delhi, officially unveiled the announcement of the 3rd Print Biennale India 2026 at a press conference held in Kolkata. The event was addressed by the Commissioner of the Biennale, C. S. Krishna Setty, alongside members of the Steering Committee: Hanuman Kambli, Vijay Bagodi, R. M. Palaniappan, Dattatreya Apte, Ananda Moy Banerji, and Dr. Nand Lal Thakur, Vice Chairman of Lalit Kala Akademi.
Following the success of the previous editions in New Delhi (2018) and Mumbai (2021), the Print Biennale has become an essential platform for contemporary printmaking, bringing together professional artists from India and around the world. The event aims to celebrate the diverse and dynamic world of print art, offering a global stage for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work.
Artists wishing to participate in the 2026 edition can submit up to three original prints created after 2022. A two-tier International Jury will evaluate the submissions, with selected works being displayed in the upcoming Biennale exhibition. Five Grand Prizes, each valued at ₹2,00,000, will be awarded, along with Honourable Mentions for exceptional works.
The Biennale will accept entries in all traditional and contemporary printmaking techniques, with specific size requirements outlined in the guidelines. Entry fees for participation are set at $50 for international artists, ₹1500 for artists from SAARC/ASEAN countries, and ₹1000 for Indian participants. The final date for submitting artworks to Lalit Kala Akademi in New Delhi is October 31, 2025.
The exhibition of selected works will take place in January 2026 at Lalit Kala Akademi’s new building in Kolkata. Additionally, there is potential for the exhibition to travel to other cities across India, allowing for a broader audience to experience the diverse range of printmaking art.
This announcement marks the beginning of what promises to be another exciting chapter in the development of contemporary printmaking in India, providing artists with the opportunity to gain international recognition while contributing to the vibrant global printmaking community.