The key facts

  • Resolution No. 617 of November 11, 2026 approves the procedure for paying one-time cash prizes to competition winners
  • Grand prix or 1st place at a prestigious international competition — 300 million soums, 2nd — 200 million, 3rd — 100 million
  • At republican competitions: grand prix and 1st place — 100 million soums, 2nd — 50 million, 3rd — 25 million

Procedure for rewarding winners of creative competitions approved

By government Resolution No. 617 of November 11, 2026, a regulation was approved on the procedure for incentivizing winners of prestigious competitions in the fields of culture, arts and literature, as well as their teachers and accompanists, and on reimbursing expenses related to participation in such contests. The document also extends the right to a one-time cash prize to winners and prize-holders of international competitions not included in the list approved by the Ministry of Culture — provided they meet certain criteria.

Which international competitions qualify for the prize

A competition not included in the Ministry of Culture's list is recognized as meeting the requirements if it involves participants from more than 30 countries, information about it has been published in media outlets in more than 20 countries, it is supported or recognized by UNESCO or another major international organization, and it provides for at least four selection stages.

Payment amounts

For winners of prestigious international competitions, the following prizes are established: grand prix — 300 million soums, 1st place — 300 million soums, 2nd place — 200 million soums, 3rd place — 100 million soums. At republican competitions the amounts are lower: grand prix and 1st place — 100 million soums each, 2nd place — 50 million soums, 3rd place — 25 million soums. In addition to the participants themselves, the regulation provides for incentivizing their teachers and accompanists, as well as a procedure for compensating expenses for participation in prestigious competitions.