Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre

Description
Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre JRCPC will be set up in the local clusters/ localities across the country in collaboration with bonafide Agencies who have adequate experience in training/ skilling programs and have required training cum-production infrastructure. The Collaborating Agency will draw list of potential beneficiaries from artisans, individuals, members of Women Self Help Groups, NGOs, members of Cooperative Societies, Trusts etc. willing to be involved in the JDP manufacturing activities.

Benefits
• To spread Jute Diversification Programs and activities throughout the country.
• To popularise Jute as Natural, Bio-degradable and Eco-friendly fibre as a robust alternative to hazardous plastic/polythene bags.
• To set up Jute Resource-cum-Production Centres (JRCPC) in multiple locations of the country for providing training, designing, production, raw material & Market support to artisans, entrepreneurs, Women Self Help Groups, NGOs, members of Cooperative Societies, Trusts, etc. in their clusters/localities to help them set up JDP production units;
• To help create sustained employment in production units or through employment in the operation areas of JRCPC.
• To help set up and increase JDPs production centres in such clusters/localities.
• Maximize participation of women through WSHGs to strengthen Women Empowerment.
• To support inmates of the Correctional Home and families of the Police, Paramilitary and Armed Forces Welfare Societies to involve them in JDPs activities.
• To impart trainings to about 18,000 persons to help them create and upgrade skill for Manufacturing of Jute Diversified Products;
• To create sustained employment for about 10,800 JRCPC trainings’ beneficiaries;
• Over 70% of the training's beneficiaries under the Scheme will be women, leading to Women Empowerment;
• To provide backward linkages viz; raw material supplies through JRMB and forward linkages viz; sales and marketing of JDPs through Jute Retail Outlets and NJB fairs & exhibitions to the beneficiaries.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The Agency and its functionaries should be bonafide Indian agencies and Indian Citizens.
2. - Reputed Registered Jute Entrepreneurs/Manufacturers, Exporters, Merchant Traders, NGOs, Cooperative Societies, Federations, PSUs/Organizations of the Central/State Govt. and other firms / Agencies engaged in the Product identification, Bulk Production, Skill Training and Marketing of Jute Diversified Products (JDPs) at least for the last three years
3. - Recognized agencies having at least three years of experience in the Training, Promotion, and Development of WSHGs in the field of production and Marketing of Jute products (JDPs) or similar schemes in the Handloom, Handicrafts, and Textiles sector will be preferred.
4. - The CA/OA should have its own office of at-least 250 sq.ft. with telephone/ mobile connection, computer/ laptop with email facilities etc. for running the Jute Resource-Cum Production Production Center, and at-least 500 sq. ft space for setting up of the Jute Resource- cum Production Centre.

Application Process
Step 1: The proposals, complete in all respects, are to be submitted "Online" through the NJB website
The hard copies of the applications and proposals, along with all prescribed supporting documents are to be submitted to the Head Office/Regional Office…
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The proposals, complete in all respects, are to be submitted "Online" through the NJB website
The hard copies of the applications and proposals, along with all prescribed supporting documents are to be submitted to the Head Office/Regional Offices of NJB, as per the jurisdictions, along with covering letter on the company's letterhead.
Relevant information in the prescribed format enclosed at Annexure are to be furnished along with the following documents:
Ownership document (MoU/ AoA of Companies/ Registered Deed of Partnership/ Registration of Societies (or) Trade License, etc., and Aadhaar Card / Address Proof of the authorized representative of the agency).
Income Tax Return for last financial year along with PAN number
Details of PAN, GST returns for the last 3 financial years
Annual Reports for last three financial years
Audited financial statements for last three years
Any other documents establishing the credential of the agency
Other supporting documents ( Project experience certificates etc.)
Recommendation from Dist. Magistrate/Dist. Collector/DIC/ NABARD/ DRDA/BDO may be submitted
Details of experience in Trainings, Designing/ Product development, Production and Marketing of JDP sector including Award Won and details of its creativity, work done in the past in connection to the scope of the work suggested.
Proof of Experience and handling relevant activities to be mentioned;
An Concept / Approach note, (As per guidelines indicated below) highlighting the need of the quality training focusing on development of Jute Diversified Sector through product identification, quality training with design inputs, bulk production and market sales, promotion of these JDPs in domestic and international market.
An Undertaking from the Agency, that the JRCPC, if allotted, will be operated for at least one year until and unless terminated by NJB earlier.

Required Documents
• Ownership document (MoU/ AoA of Companies/ Registered Deed of Partnership/ Registration of Societies (or) Trade License, etc., and Adhaar Card / Address Proof of the authorized representative of the agency).
• Income Tax Return for last financial year along with PAN number
• Details of PAN, GST returns for the last 3 financial years
• Annual Reports for last three financial years
• Audited financial statements for last three years
• Any other documents establishing the credential of the agency
• Other supporting documents ( Project experience certificates etc.)
• Recommendation from Dist. Magistrate/Dist. Collector/DIC/ NABARD/ DRDA/BDO may be submitted
• Details of experience in Trainings, Designing/ Product development, Production and Marketing of JDP sector including Award Won and details of its creativity, work done in the past in connection to the scope of the work suggested.
• Proof of Experience and handling relevant activities to be mentioned;
• An Concept / Approach note, (As per guidelines indicated below) highlighting the need of the quality training focusing on development of Jute Diversified Sector through product identification, quality training with design inputs, bulk production and market sales, promotion of these JDPs in domestic and international market.
• An Undertaking from the Agency, that the JRCPC, if allotted, will be operated for atleast one year until and unless terminated by NJB earlier.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre (JRCPC) scheme?
A: The JRCPC scheme is an initiative by the National Jute Board (NJB) to set up jute training and production centres across India in collaboration with experienced agencies. It aims to promote jute diversification, empower women, and generate sustainable employment through the manufacturing of Jute Diversified Products (JDPs).

Q: Who can apply to set up a JRCPC?
A: Bonafide Indian agencies such as registered jute entrepreneurs, NGOs, cooperative societies, federations, PSUs, exporters, and other organizations with at **least three years of experience** in jute-related training, production, or marketing are eligible. Preference is given to those experienced in Women SHG development and the textile/handloom/handicrafts sector.

Q: What are the main benefits of the JRCPC scheme?
A: 1. Promotes eco-friendly jute alternatives to plastic
1. Provides training, raw material, design, and marketing support
1. Generates sustainable employment for 10,800+ beneficiaries
1. Empowers women (over 70% of trainees will be women)
1. Offers backward and forward linkages for JDPs
1. Supports inmates of correctional homes and families of security personnel

Q: Who are the intended beneficiaries of the training and support under JRCPC?
A: Potential beneficiaries include **artisans, women self-help groups (WSHGs)**, **NGOs, cooperative society members, Trusts**, correctional home inmates, and families of Police/Para-Military/Armed Forces Welfare Societies interested in JDP production.

Q: What are the infrastructure requirements for collaborating agencies?
A: **The agency must have:**

- An office of at least **250 sq. ft.**- A JRCPC space of at **least 500 sq. ft.**- Basic amenities like telephone, computer/laptop, and email facilities

Q: How many people are expected to be trained under the scheme?
A: The scheme targets training around **18,000 individuals** in the production of Jute Diversified Products, out of which more than **70% will be women.**

Q: What is the application process for interested agencies?
A: Applications must be submitted online via the NJB website ([**https://www.jute.com**](https://www.jute.com)), followed by the submission of hard copies with required documents to the Head or Regional Office of NJB as per jurisdiction.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: **Some key documents include:**

1. Ownership document (MoU/ AoA of Companies/ Registered Deed of Partnership/ Registration of Societies (or) Trade License, etc., and Adhaar Card / Address Proof of the authorized representative of the agency).
1. Income Tax Return for last financial year along with PAN number
1. Details of PAN, GST returns for the last 3 financial years
1. Annual Reports for last three financial years
1. Audited financial statements for last three years
1. Any other documents establishing the credential of the agency
1. Other supporting documents ( Project experience certificates etc.)
1. Recommendation from Dist. Magistrate/Dist. Collector/DIC/ NABARD/ DRDA/BDO may be submitted
1. Details of experience in Trainings, Designing/ Product development, Production and Marketing of JDP sector including Award Won and details of its creativity, work done in the past in connection to the scope of the work suggested.
1. Proof of Experience and handling relevant activities to be mentioned;
1. An Concept / Approach note, (As per guidelines indicated below) highlighting the need of the quality training focusing on development of Jute Diversified Sector through product identification, quality training with design inputs, bulk production and market sales, promotion of these JDPs in domestic and international market.
1. An Undertaking from the Agency, that the JRCPC, if allotted, will be operated for atleast one year until and unless terminated by NJB earlier.

Q: What kind of training will be provided at the JRCPCs?
A: Training will focus on the **design, development, production, and marketing of JDPs**. It will include quality training with design inputs, product identification, and promotion strategies for domestic and international markets.

Q: How does the scheme support the marketing of JDPs?
A: The scheme offers forward linkages by facilitating **sales through Jute Retail Outlets, NJB-organized fairs, and exhibitions**, and backward linkages by ensuring **supply of raw materials** through JRMB (Jute Raw Material Bank).