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National Anthem and National Song – Official MHA Guidelines 2026

National Song and National Anthem Guidelines MHA Order

NATIONAL SONG & NATIONAL ANTHEM GUIDELINES

Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India – Order No. 14/2/2025-Public Dated 09.07.2026

Order No. 14/2/2025-Public

Issuing Authority Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt. of India

Date 09.07.2026

Subject Singing/Playing of National Song & National Anthem

National Song

Vande Mataram

Playing time: 3 min 10 sec

National Anthem

Jana Gana Mana

Full: 52 sec | Short: 20 sec

Key Rule

National Song First

When both are sung/played together

Key Provisions of the Order

Purpose: Government of India has consolidated all previous orders relating to the National Song and National Anthem of India for strict compliance. The orders contain exhaustive lists of occasions on which the National Song and National Anthem shall be played or sung.
National Song First: Para IV (2) of the Orders relating to National Song specifies that "When the National Song and the National Anthem are sung or played, National Song will be sung or played first".
State Song Protocol: Whenever State Song is sung or played with National Song/National Anthem, both the National Song and National Anthem shall be sung/played before the State Song.
Correct Script & Diction: While singing or playing National Song and National Anthem, their correct script/text and diction/pronunciations should be followed strictly.
Official Resources: The correct script/text and pronunciations are available on the Ministry of Home Affairs website at: https://www.mha.gov.in/en/documents/national-flag-emblem-anthem
Compliance Required: All State Governments/UT Administrations and Ministries/Departments are requested to issue suitable instructions to all concerned institutions/organisations under their jurisdiction for strict compliance.
Annexures: Copies of the Orders relating to National Song (Annexure-I) and National Anthem (Annexure-II) are enclosed with the communication.

Important Protocol Points

Standing Order: Whenever the National Song or National Anthem is sung or played, the audience shall stand to attention. Exception: when played as part of a newsreel or documentary film.
National Song & National Anthem: When both are sung/played together, National Song shall be sung/played first, followed by the National Anthem.
State Song: When State Song is sung/played with National Song/Anthem, both National Song and National Anthem shall be sung/played before the State Song.
Mass Singing in Schools: In all schools, the day's work may begin with community singing of the National Song and National Anthem.
Foreign Anthems: At receptions to foreign dignitaries, the foreign country's National Anthem shall be played first, followed by the Indian National Anthem.
Full & Short Versions: National Anthem has a full version (52 sec) and short version (20 sec) – to be played on specified occasions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the MHA order dated 09.07.2026 cover?

It consolidates all previous orders relating to the National Song and National Anthem of India, providing exhaustive lists of occasions on which they shall be played or sung, and the protocol to be followed.

Which is the National Song of India?

The National Song of India is "Vande Mataram", written by Shri Bankim Chandra Chatterjee. Its playing time is approximately 3 minutes 10 seconds.

Which is the National Anthem of India?

The National Anthem is "Jana Gana Mana", composed by Rabindra Nath Tagore. The full version plays for about 52 seconds, and a short version for about 20 seconds.

What is the order of playing when both National Song and National Anthem are performed?

National Song shall be sung or played first, followed by the National Anthem. This is specified in Para IV (2) of the Orders relating to National Song.

What is the protocol when a State Song is also performed?

When State Song is sung or played with National Song/National Anthem, both the National Song and National Anthem shall be sung/played before the State Song.

Where can I find the correct script and pronunciations?

The correct script/text and pronunciations are available on the Ministry of Home Affairs website at: https://www.mha.gov.in/en/documents/national-flag-emblem-anthem

Is it mandatory to stand for the National Song/Anthem?

Yes. Whenever the National Song or National Anthem is sung or played, the audience shall stand to attention. The only exception is when it is played as part of a newsreel or documentary film.

Can the National Anthem be sung in schools?

Yes. In all schools, the day's work may begin with community singing of the National Song and National Anthem. School authorities should make adequate provision for popularising the singing and promoting respect for the National Flag.

What is the protocol for playing foreign national anthems?

At receptions to foreign dignitaries, the foreign country's National Anthem shall be played first, followed by the full version of the Indian National Anthem.