New Season
Veils & Verses
Celebrate creativity. Share your words. Get published.
Participate in one of India's growing literary competitions and stand a chance to win exciting cash prizes while earning an opportunity to be featured in the official Veils & Verses Anthology.
Open for poets across India
Cash prizes
Anthology publication
Certificate of participation
Submit your poems and join a growing literary community.
About the Contest
Veils & Verses is an independent literary platform dedicated to discovering, encouraging, and publishing talented writers from across India. Whether you're an experienced poet or sharing your words for the first time, this contest is your opportunity to showcase your creativity and become part of a growing literary community.
Prize Pool
Four rewards arranged in two neat columns.
First Prize
₹15,000
Top poem of the contest
Second Prize
₹10,000
Strong runner-up entry
Third Prize
₹5,000
Special recognition award
Publication
Anthology
Top 100 poems published in our Anthology
Registration Fees
| Poems | Regular Fee | Offer Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Poem | ₹199 | |
| 2 Poems | ₹249 | |
| 3 Poems | ₹279 | |
| 4 Poems | ₹299 |
This button redirects to the official Instagram Direct Message.
How to Participate
- Click Register Through Instagram.
- Send a message asking for the payment QR code and receive it in Instagram Direct Messages.
- Complete the payment according to your selected registration plan.
- Send the payment screenshot through Instagram.
- Our team will verify your payment and send you the registration form link and official WhatsApp number.
- Complete the registration form.
- Send your poem(s) as a normal WhatsApp message to the official Veils & Verses WhatsApp number.
- Your submission will be registered under your name and entered into the competition.
- Relax while our judging panel evaluates all submissions.
Judging Criteria
Every poem is evaluated carefully using the following parameters.
Theme & Message (20%)
How effectively the poem communicates its central idea and emotional depth.
Creativity & Originality (20%)
Uniqueness of thought, imagination, and originality of expression.
Imagery & Language (15%)
Effective use of literary devices, descriptive language, symbolism, and imagery.
Structure & Form (15%)
Organization, rhythm, flow, and overall construction of the poem.
Sound & Flow (15%)
Musicality, readability, cadence, and smooth progression of ideas.
Emotional Impact (15%)
The poem's ability to move, inspire, or leave a lasting impression on the reader.
Contest Rules
- Entries must be entirely original.
- Plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
- AI-generated submissions are not permitted.
- Participants must submit poems only after successful registration.
- Poems must be submitted through the official WhatsApp number provided after registration.
- The organizers reserve the right to reject incomplete or inappropriate submissions.
- The judges' decision shall be final and binding.
Publication Opportunity
Top entries may be selected for the official Veils & Verses Anthology, giving your work a chance to reach a wider literary audience.
