- Only one entry per Institution is allowed. Duration of performance- 10 min.
- Time for stage/ Instruments setting is maximum 5 minutes.
- Maximum number of accompanists is two.
- Item can be presented in either Hindustani or Karnatk style.
- Cinema songs are not allowed under this item.
- Sufficient thought and care must be exercised in the choice of Raga and composition.
- Judgment will be based on the qualities like, tal, selection of raga, composition and general impression.