Assistance Scheme for Handicraft Artisans
in Kerala
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Assistance Scheme for Handicraft Artisans in Kerala
Assistance Scheme for Handicraft Artisans is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Kerala.
Apply for Assistance Scheme for Handicraft Artisans in Kerala
Scheme Overview
The Scheme intends to provide financial assistance in the form of grant to the artisans in the handicrafts sector for setting up handicraft enterprises. The assistance is a one time support to eligible artisans of the state as back end assistance.
Eligibility Criteria
All Micro Enterprises engaged in the handicraft sector and set up in the State, which had filed Entrepreneurs Memorandum Part-II with the respective General Manager, District Industries Centre, or have taken Udyog Aadhaar shall be eligible for assistance under the Scheme.
**Note:** Assistance to any unit which has already received any subsidy or grant earlier under any other schemes, from State or Central Government or Government Agencies shall be limited to the balance remaining eligible assistance payable under this scheme.
> **Obligations of the applicant artisans:**
The applicant shall provide all required details and declare such information as to be true.
The applicant shall provide clarifications or further details sought by the recommending/ sanctioning authority.
The applicant shall allow inspection or verification of any details mentioned in the application including tools, equipment & accessories, and all other assets if so required by the recommending/sanctioning authority.
The applicant shall produce originals of any important documents if so required by the recommending/sanctioning authority for verification.
The applicant shall execute the requisite legal agreement on paper as and when the proposal is approved for implementation.
The applicant shall utilize the amount received only in the manner agreed upon.
The applicant shall operate the unit as stipulated in the agreement in which the quantum of support received failing which the assistance shall be resumed by resorting to the provisions of the Kerala Revenue Recovery Act.
Benefits
Provides assistance for the Fixed Capital Investment, i.e. construction of Work shed/Workshop, cost of tools, equipment, machinery and accessories, electrification, Technology support/product/Design development.
For General Category artisans, assistance is 40% of the Fixed Capital Investment limited to ₹2.00 lakh.
For Young (18 to 45 years), Women, and SC/ST artisans, the assistance is 50% limited to ₹3.00 lakh.
**Note:** The assistance under the ‘ASHA’ shall be released to the eligible artisan in one installment.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Self-attested copy of the identity card of the applicant. |
| 2 | Passport size photo |
| 3 | Proof of age, if applicable |
| 4 | Self-attested copy of the resolution towards applying for this assistance in case of a unit other than proprietary. |
| 5 | Self-attested copy of Udyam Registration of the unit. |
| 6 | Copy of Caste Certificate (Attested by Gazetted Officer) in case of SC/ST artisans. |
| 7 | Self-attested copy of Project Report |
| 8 | Bank account details |
Common questions in Kerala
Who can apply for Assistance Scheme for Handicraft Artisans in Kerala?
Eligible residents of Kerala who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Assistance Scheme for Handicraft Artisans. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Assistance Scheme for Handicraft Artisans in Kerala?
Applicants in Kerala typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Scheme aims to replace the existing scheme and bring the artisans in the handicrafts sector under the ambit of a single scheme for availing financial assistance in the form of grant assistance for setting up handicraft enterprises.