Wingword Poetry Prize 2026
Wingword, Delhi Poetry Slam
📌 About the Event
Wingword Poetry Prize awards Rs. 5 lakh in prizes each year, celebrating poets of all styles, with prizes that also include book publishing and public recognition. Open to Indian citizens and persons of Indian origin aged 14 and above, it is the most financially rewarding open poetry competition in India, with 100 commendable mentions published in a bestselling anthology and every participant receiving a verified certificate of participation.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Poetry Writing Competition
- Organizer: Wingword, Delhi Poetry Slam
- Eligibility: Indian citizens and persons of Indian origin, 14 years and above
- Open To: Only India and persons of Indian origin globally
- Team Size: Individual
- Effort Level: Low to Medium, submit 1 to 5 poems
- Submission Type: Online submission via official Wingword website
📅 Important Dates
- Submissions and Result: Results will be declared on March 31, 2026, new cycle opens after results
- Award Ceremony: 2026, New Delhi, attendance optional
- Mode: Fully Online submission, optional in person award ceremony in New Delhi
🏆 Prize Details and Value
- Prize Type: Cash prizes, book publishing, and anthology publication
- Prize Amount: Rs. 5 lakh total prize pool across winners and commendable mentions annually
- Certificates: Yes
🎯 What You Will Do
- Write and submit 1 to 5 original poems in English or Hindi in any style or on any subject
- Have your work scored on originality of thought, creativity, form, and technique by experienced literary judges
- If commended, have your poem published in the Wingword annual anthology distributed nationally
- If awarded, attend the award ceremony in New Delhi and receive your prize
- Receive a verified, institution-recognized certificate of participation regardless of your result
📦 Resources and Support Available
- Past winning and commendable mention poems available on the official website for creative benchmarking
- Entry fees: Rs. 1,000 for one poem, Rs. 2,000 for three poems, Rs. 3,000 for five poems
- Verified certificate available to all submitting poets, recognized by educational institutions and employers