SIDAC Odisha

SIDAC Odisha This is the official page of State Institute for Development of Arts and Crafts (SIDAC)
https://sidac.odisha.gov.in

What if your hands could tell a story?A stroke. A shape. A single engraving - and suddenly, tradition comes alive.From t...
18/08/2026

What if your hands could tell a story?

A stroke. A shape. A single engraving - and suddenly, tradition comes alive.

From the storytelling lines of Pattachitra to the earthy magic of Terracotta and the intricate world of Palm Leaf Engraving, discover where creativity meets craft.

Spot Admissions Open at SIDAC
Apply by 31 August 2026

📍 SIDAC, Gandamunda, Bhubaneswar
🌐 sidac.odisha.gov.in | spdp.odisha.gov.in
📞 8455032676 | 7608048306 | 8260238046

Your creative journey could begin with just one stroke.

Come curious. Learn the craft. Create your story.

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Trained at SIDAC. Recognised with a State Award.Sri Suresh Kumar Pradhan, a SIDAC alumnus of the Higher & Master Institu...
17/08/2026

Trained at SIDAC. Recognised with a State Award.

Sri Suresh Kumar Pradhan, a SIDAC alumnus of the Higher & Master Institutional Training Course in Pattachitra (2013-15), has earned the "Kalakruti Award" in Pattachitra, 2023-24, marking a significant milestone in his craft journey.

A journey shaped by training. A recognition earned through excellence.

🎯 Spot Admissions Open at SIDAC.

Hurry. Apply by 31 August 2026.
Apply now:
🌐 sidac.odisha.gov.in | spdp.odisha.gov.in
📞 8455032676 | 7608048306 | 8260238046

Got a creative side? Don’t leave it as just a hobby.Learn a traditional craft. Get trained. Get supported. And turn your...
16/08/2026

Got a creative side? Don’t leave it as just a hobby.

Learn a traditional craft. Get trained. Get supported. And turn your skill into an opportunity.

At SIDAC, under the Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Department, Govt of Odisha, eligible trainees can access:

• FREE craft training
• Monthly stipend: ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000
• Tools & materials provided
• ₹1,000/month accommodation support for girls
• Hostel within campus for boys

Your craft could take you further than you think.

SPOT ADMISSION OPEN
Apply by 31 August 2026

Limited seats available. Make your move.

Freedom, Shaped in Sand. 🇮🇳At the Campus, our young trainees marked Independence Day through a striking "Sand Art" tri...
15/08/2026

Freedom, Shaped in Sand. 🇮🇳

At the Campus, our young trainees marked Independence Day through a striking "Sand Art" tribute, bringing together creativity, national pride and the enduring spirit of India’s journey of freedom.

Created in sand, carried by imagination, and dedicated to the nation. 🇮🇳

Celebrating freedom. Celebrating young talent.

A Flag. A Salute. A Spirit That Lives On. 🇮🇳On the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, SIDAC marked the day with ...
15/08/2026

A Flag. A Salute. A Spirit That Lives On. 🇮🇳

On the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, SIDAC marked the day with pride, with the National Flag being hoisted by the Member Secretary, SIDAC, at Ekamra Haat and the SIDAC Campus, in the presence of the Assistant Director (Handicrafts), other officials and SIDAC trainees.

A moment of pride, remembrance and shared commitment to the spirit of a free and self-reliant India.

🇮🇳 Honouring freedom. Celebrating the spirit of India.

Honouring Freedom. Inspiring the Future.On the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, SIDAC celebrates the spirit of...
15/08/2026

Honouring Freedom. Inspiring the Future.

On the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, SIDAC celebrates the spirit of freedom and the skilled hands that contribute to a stronger, self-reliant India.

By nurturing traditional craft skills, empowering artisans and encouraging innovation, we carry forward the legacy of our crafts while creating new possibilities for the future.

Happy Independence Day!🇮🇳

SPOT ADMISSION OPEN AT SIDAC

Pattachitra | Appliqué | Terracotta | Wood Carving | Stone Carving | Palmleaf Engraving

Apply now:
🌐 sidac.odisha.gov.in | spdp.odisha.gov.in
📞 8455032676 | 7608048306 | 8260238046

Handicrafts

SEATS RUNNING OUT -LAST CALL!SPOT ADMISSION OPEN AT SIDACPattachitra | Appliqué | Terracotta | Wood Carving | Stone Carv...
15/08/2026

SEATS RUNNING OUT -LAST CALL!

SPOT ADMISSION OPEN AT SIDAC

Pattachitra | Appliqué | Terracotta | Wood Carving | Stone Carving | Palmleaf Engraving

Learn from Awardees & Master Artisans - skills passed down for generations. Basic, Higher & Master level - pick your craft, claim your seat.

Hurry! Apply by 31 August 2026.

Selection on merit, eligibility & seat availability.

Apply now:
🌐 sidac.odisha.gov.in | spdp.odisha.gov.in
📞 8455032676 | 7608048306 | 8260238046

Handicrafts

Happy International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples!The indigenous communities of Odisha carry forward a rich lega...
09/08/2026

Happy International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples!

The indigenous communities of Odisha carry forward a rich legacy of knowledge, tradition, and craftsmanship that has been shaped over generations.

Their crafts, cultural practices, and way of life reflect a deep connection with nature and a heritage that continues to inspire.

Today, we celebrate the communities whose skills and traditions enrich Odisha's cultural identity and strengthen our shared heritage.
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Happy National Handlooms Day!Odisha's handlooms stand apart for seamlessly embracing the rich traditions of its handicra...
07/08/2026

Happy National Handlooms Day!

Odisha's handlooms stand apart for seamlessly embracing the rich traditions of its handicrafts. From the narrative elegance of Pattachitra and the symbolic expressions of Saura Painting to the distinctive appeal of Batik, traditional art forms find a remarkable expression in woven textiles.

On the occasion of National Handlooms Day, SIDAC celebrates this extraordinary confluence of handicrafts and handlooms, where creativity, cultural continuity, and master craftsmanship converge to create textiles that are uniquely Odisha.

Where Handicrafts Meet Handlooms.

Celebrating Sambalpuri Day!Sambalpur is celebrated not only for its iconic GI-tagged Bandha textiles but also for its ri...
01/08/2026

Celebrating Sambalpuri Day!

Sambalpur is celebrated not only for its iconic GI-tagged Bandha textiles but also for its rich legacy of traditional handicrafts, including Dhokra, Brass & Bell Metal, Bamboo, Golden Grass, Stone Carving, Terracotta, and many others.

On this occasion, we pay tribute to the artisans whose skill, dedication, and perseverance continue to preserve and promote Odisha's rich craft traditions.

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Handicrafts Complex, Gandamunda, Khandagiri
Bhubaneswar
751030

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 5:30pm
Thursday 10am - 5:30pm
Friday 10am - 5:30pm
Saturday 10am - 5:30pm

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