The Ministry of Education announced on 22 October 2026 the launch of the registration portal for the fifth edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 5.0). The programme, themed Thirukkural Payilvom Thirukkural Abhyas Karen , aims to promote the ethical wisdom of the classical Tamil text Thirukkural among youth and learners. Around 1,400 participants from Tamil Nadu will visit Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya from 28 November to 12 December 2026. Eligible applicants from Tamil Nadu must register via the official portal by 13 November 2026.
Key points
- Registration deadline: 13 November 2026
- Event dates: 28 November to 12 December 2026
- Participants: Around 1,400 people from Tamil Nadu in 7 groups
- Locations: Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya
- Registration portal: https://kashitamil.iitm.ac.in/
When it applies
- registration portal opening
- last date for registration
- Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0
Who it affects
- Students, Teachers, Writers and Media Professionals, Agriculture and Allied Sectors, Professionals and Artisans, Women and Spiritual leaders