Jhummandi Nadam 2026 - Guidelines

Competition Format

• This singing competition is only for SOLO performances
• Singing genres : Classical and Non-Classical
• Classical songs need to be in Telugu and Sanskrit only.
• Non- Classical Singing may include Telugu Film songs, Folk Songs and light music
• Age Categories: Junior and Senior

Eligibility

• Performers residing in the USA are eligible to participate in the competition.
• Juniors - 7 years to 14 years
• Seniors - 15 years and above

Registration

• All performers must register for the Competition.
• Registration Fee for SOLO Contestant: ATA Member $30, Non ATA members $50
• Please reach the contacts in the flier for registration process

Competition Rounds

Semi-Final Round:

• All registered contestants will be performing live at the respective location/City in front of judges.
• Maximum Time Limit - 4 minutes
• All the semi-final round participants will be recognized with 19th ATA conference participation certificates
• Winners and Runners up in each location/City will be recognized & awarded with 19th ATA conference Trophy/Plaque/Gift Hamper.
• All semifinal round winners who will be participating in the grand FINALE will be given free entrance to the conference. Any guests accompanying apart from the participant will have to register for the conference at regular price for entry.

Final Round:

• Winners from each location will get a chance to compete in the Final Round at 19th ATA Conference & Youth Convention from July 31st, August 1st & 2nd 2026 2026.
• This will be a live performance in front of judges.
• The final round at the convention will be judged by renowed music directors or signers from Indian cinema.
• Maximum Time Limit - 4 minutes
• Winners and Runners will be awarded ATA Jhummandi Nadam title.
• ATA Jhummandi Nadam title winners maybe be awarded/get a chance to perform in front of CELEBRITIES and DIGNITARIES during prime time in the convention.

Rules/Responsibilities

• Based on the number of registrations, ATA may conduct a preliminary screening prior to the Semi-Final round. In such cases, participants will be required to
  submit a recording of their singing for eligibility evaluation.
• Applicants must agree to abide by all the rules, and may be changed from time to time by the Organizers. ATA is not responsible for the promises (such as recognition and awards by celebrities) as things might change on the fly and might go beyond our control.
• The Organizers are not responsible for any delays or non-receipt of applications on any account and for any reason whatsoever.
• The final round expenses (travel & stay) will have to be borne by the contestant(S)
• The Organizers are not responsible for any loss or physical injury that occurs to the contestant on account of their participation in the event. The applicant will participate at her/his own risk and can have no claim against ATA in any regard.
• By being registered for this event, the participant and their family authorizes the use and reproduction by ATA, or anyone authorized by ATA to any photographs, audio and/or video recordings without compensation.
• All electronic or non-electronic negatives, positives and prints, and other digital files from or related to the event shall constitute as ATAs property, solely and completely.
• In the event of any dispute, the Organizers decisions are final and binding on the applicant.