Quick answers. The full rules are below the page.
Who can enter?+
Performers from West Bengal, Sikkim, the North-Eastern States, Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand. There is no minimum age. Anyone under 18 is registered by a parent or guardian, who must also be present at the venue.
Can I enter as a Solo and also in a Duo or Trio?+
No. It is one entry per person per edition.
Which songs, languages and genres are allowed?+
Any language. The genre this edition is Retro or Contemporary. Vocal, Instrumental, or Vocal + Instrumental acts all compete together for the same prizes.
What do I need to register?+
Your audition (one audio or video file, up to 2 minutes), the signed Terms & Conditions, a masked Aadhaar of every member (free from the UIDAI website), your Payment ID, and the Parent / Guardian Consent Form if anyone is under 18. PAN is optional.
How much does it cost?+
Solo ₹300, Duo ₹500, Trio ₹700. Pay using the link for your category in Step 2.
I paid for the wrong category. What now?+
Please do not pay again. WhatsApp Priskila and she will send you a small top-up link.
What if I am not selected at the audition?+
Your fee minus a ₹100 processing fee is refunded to your original payment method within 1 week of the result. You may audition again in the next edition by paying the re-attempt fee.
What if the date changes?+
If we move the competition and you cannot attend, you get a full refund including the ₹100 fee. Tell us within 48 hours of the announcement. We will announce any change on Instagram and by email and WhatsApp.
When will I hear back?+
You get an “Entry Received” email straight away, then “Payment Confirmed” once we have checked your documents. Your audition result comes within 2 days, by email and WhatsApp.
How long is my performance?+
15 minutes per act, including setup. You can perform up to 3 songs, but you cannot repeat a song you performed in an earlier round.
What equipment will be provided?+
We provide a drum kit, an amplifier and a sound-mixing deck. Please bring your own instruments, cables and accessories. Send backing tracks to us in advance, and carry a backup on your phone and a pen drive.
What time should I arrive?+
Sound checks run from 2:00 PM (10 minutes per act) and performances run 4:30 – 9:00 PM. Please report at your sound-check time. Your exact slot is shared in your brief.
What do performers get?+
A complimentary burger and drink for every member on every day you perform, plus 10% off anything extra you order.
Can my friends and family get a discount?+
Yes. You get a Supporter Code for each round you perform in. Any table with at least one guest from your list gets 10% off the total bill on your performance day. WhatsApp Priskila each guest’s name and phone number by 6 PM the day before.
Will my performance be recorded or livestreamed?+
Yes, all performances are livestreamed and recorded, and consent is a condition of entry. Minors are shown by first name and city only and are never tagged.
Who do I contact for help?+
WhatsApp Priskila Sahi, Events Manager, on +91 75839 29269 or email info@vantageindia.org.
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