What is Nagaland Tribal Heritage Culture Scheme?
The Nagaland Tribal Heritage and Cultural Preservation Fund supports all 17 major Naga tribes — Angami, Ao, Sumi, Lotha, Konyak, Chakhesang, Zeliang, Pochuri, Yimchunger, Sangtam, Khiamniungan, Chang, Phom, Rengma, Mao, Maram, and Tikhir — in preserving their distinct cultural identities. The scheme provides grants for participation in the Hornbill Festival (Nagaland's premier cultural showcase), traditional Naga weaving (each tribe has distinct shawl patterns), tribal governance (Gaon Bura / Village Council system), and intangible heritage like oral traditions, folk songs, and tribal dances. Cultural affairs and tribal district councils jointly implement the fund.
Nagaland Tribal Heritage Culture Scheme — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Nagaland Tribal Heritage & Cultural Preservation Fund 2026 — 17 Naga Tribes: Hornbill Festival, Weaving, Traditional Governance | Nagaland Tribal Scheme |
| State | Nagaland (नागालैंड) |
| Launched By | Government of Nagaland |
| Launch Year | 2014 |
| Benefit | Cultural preservation grants for 17 Naga tribes — Hornbill Festival, tribal weaving, traditional governance (Gaon Bura system) support |
| Category | Tribal Welfare |
| Last Verified | 27 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://nagaland.gov.in |
The Nagaland Tribal Heritage and Cultural Preservation Fund covers all 17 major Naga tribes: Angami, Ao, Sumi, Lotha, Konyak, Chakhesang, Zeliang, Pochuri, Yimchunger, Sangtam, Khiamniungan, Chang, Phom, Rengma, Mao, Maram, and Tikhir. Activities funded include Hornbill Festival cultural performances, tribe-specific shawl weaving (each Naga tribe has unique patterns — e.g., Angami Lohe shawl, Ao Tsungkotepsu shawl), traditional governance strengthening (Gaon Bura and Village Council systems), and documentation of oral traditions, folk songs, and tribal dance forms. Village Council endorsement is mandatory.
📌 फायदा: Cultural preservation grants — Hornbill Festival, traditional Naga weaving, tribal governance support — all 17 Naga tribes eligible
पात्रता:
Member of any of the 17 recognized Naga tribal communities, active cultural practitioner or traditional governance participant, Village Council endorsement, income below ₹2 lakh.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
Contact District Cultural Affairs Office or Cultural Affairs / Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Nagaland → obtain application form → attach Aadhaar, tribal certificate (specifying tribe), Village Council endorsement, cultural activity documentation, income certificate, and bank passbook → submit for district-level scrutiny → approved grants disbursed via DBT.
Benefits of Nagaland Tribal Heritage Culture Scheme
✅ Cultural preservation grants for 17 Naga tribes — Hornbill Festival, tribal weaving, traditional governance (Gaon Bura system) support
Who is Eligible for Nagaland Tribal Heritage Culture Scheme?
- ✓ Permanent resident of Nagaland from any of the 17 recognized Naga tribal communities (Angami, Ao, Sumi, Lotha, Konyak, Chakhesang, Zeliang, Pochuri, Yimchunger, Sangtam, Khiamniungan, Chang, Phom, Rengma, Mao, Maram, Tikhir)
- ✓ Active cultural practitioner, weaver, traditional musician, or community governance participant (Gaon Bura / Village Council member)
- ✓ Village Council endorsement confirming tribal community membership and authentic cultural practice
- ✓ Annual income below ₹2 lakh
- ✓ Willingness to document and pass on traditional knowledge within the community
Documents Required for Nagaland Tribal Heritage Culture Scheme
How to Apply for Nagaland Tribal Heritage Culture Scheme Online?
- 1Open nagaland.gov.in and locate the registration or apply option
- 2Authenticate with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number (OTP verification)
- 3Complete the application form carefully — personal, bank and address details
- 4Upload scans of Aadhaar Card, Nagaland Tribal Certificate specifying tribal community name (issued by DC/Tribal Affairs), Village Council endorsement letter confirming authentic cultural practice
- 5Cross-check every entry, then submit and save the reference number
- 6Track the application from the portal's status section while it is verified
Official Government Portal — Nagaland
nagaland.gov.in is the only authorised application channel, and the Nagaland government charges nothing there — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗 Apply at nagaland.gov.in