Meghalaya Sericulture & Weaving Scheme

Description
The Meghalaya Sericulture and Weaving Scheme , implemented by the Department of Textiles under the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department of the Government of Meghalaya, is a credit-linked scheme that provides up to 75% financial assistance on the total project cost to support entrepreneurs and collectives in starting sericulture and weaving activities. The scheme focuses mainly on Eri silk, a traditional and exclusive fabric of Meghalaya, and also supports Muga silk due to the state’s favorable climate. It aims to promote the silk industry by helping set up grainages for producing Disease-Free Layings DFL , spinning or reeling and natural dyeing units, and weaving units, thereby unlocking entrepreneurial potential and placing Meghalaya yarn and fabric on the international silk map.

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Benefits
• 1. 75% of project cost supported by Government of Meghalaya as upfront margin money (5% by entrepreneur, 20% as bank loan)
• 2. Credit linkage through partnered banks – State Bank of India (SBI) and Indian Bank
• 3. Guidance in application process through implementing agencies
• 4. Support in project realization and facilitation for unit setup under CM-ELEVATE framework
• 5. Training and capacity building for entrepreneurs to successfully operate grainage, spinning, reeling, dyeing, and weaving units
• 6. Financial assistance applicable for multiple unit types, including Eri Spinning, Muga Reeling, Weaving, and Grainage (with or without infrastructure support)
• 7. One-time infrastructure support (500 sq ft/1000 sq ft shed) for eligible applicants, as per selected option
• 8. Equipment cost coverage for spinning, reeling, weaving, dyeing, and grainage operations as per model
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Eligibility Criteria
1. **For Collectives (Registered &amp; Unregistered Entities):**
2. The collective must be based in the village where the program is being implemented.
3. The registered entity must have at least 10 members.
4. The collective must have prior experience in spinning and weaving, with a bonafide certificate from the District Sericulture Officer/District Handloom Officer stating that at least 5 members are spinners, reelers, or weavers, or valid Handloom ID cards for at least 5 weavers issued by the Government of Meghalaya.
5. The collective should employ a minimum of 5 spinners or weavers, supported by an undertaking.
6. The collective applying for Grainage must have staff with a minimum educational qualification of 10th pass and a bonafide certificate from the District Sericulture Office confirming at least 2 years of experience in the production of layings.
7. The collective must have an active bank account and submit bank statements for the last 6 months.
8. The collective must have been operating for at least two years.
9. The collective must possess land, either self-owned or leased, verified by the competent authority.
10. **For Individuals:**
11. The individual must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
12. The individual must have completed training in spinning or weaving, supported by a certificate from a registered training provider, a bonafide certificate from the District Sericulture Officer/District Handloom Officer, or a valid Handloom ID issued by the Government of Meghalaya.
13. The individual applying for Grainage must have a minimum educational qualification of 10th pass and at least 2 years of experience in the production of layings, certified by the District Sericulture Office.
14. The individual must be between 18 and 58 years of age.
15. The individual must not be a credit defaulter from any bank.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
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Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.

Step 2: Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
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Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.

Step 3: Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
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PDS (Ration Card)
Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).

Step 4: Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
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Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.

Step 5: Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
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Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.

Step 6: Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
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Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.

Step 7: Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
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Sign In

Step 8: Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
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Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.

Step 9: Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
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Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.

Step 10: Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
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Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.

Step 11: Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
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Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”

Required Documents
• Incorporation/ Registration Certificate/Trade license/GST certificate
• Bank account statement for last 6 months
• For Grainage applicants the entity should have staff with minimum educational qualification of 10th pass and
• shall have a bona certificate issued from District Sericulture Office stating the prior experience (minimum of 2 years) Pan card
• A bonafide certificate issued from District Sericulture Officer/District Handloom Officer stating that at least 5 members of the collective are spinners/weavers OR a valid Handloom ID card issued by the Department of Handloom, Govt of Meghalaya
• Self Declaration Download
• Valid government photo identity with an address such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Passport etc of the President and the Secretary
• Land Availability Certificate Download
• A completion certificate in spinning/weaving from a registered training provider OR A bona fide certificate issued from District Sericulture Officer/District Handloom Officer Individuals from the state of Meghalaya
• Valid government photo Identity with an address such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Passport etc. For Grainage applicants
• Bank Statement for last 6 months
• Self Declaration Download
• Land Availability Certificate Download
• A completion certificate in spinning/weaving from a registered training provider OR A bona fide certificate issued from District Sericulture Officer/District Handloom Officer Download

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective is to promote entrepreneurship in the sericulture and weaving sector and strengthen the production of Eri and Muga silk so that Meghalaya’s yarn and fabric can gain recognition in national and international markets.
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Q: How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A: The Government of Meghalaya provides financial assistance of up to 75% of the total project cost as upfront margin money.
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Q: What is the beneficiary contribution required under the scheme?
A: Under the scheme structure, 75% of the project cost is supported by the government, 20% is provided as a bank loan, and the remaining 5% must be contributed by the entrepreneur.
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Q: Which banks provide loans under the scheme?
A: The scheme is linked with partnered banks such as State Bank of India (SBI) and Indian Bank for providing the required bank loan component.
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Q: Who can apply for the scheme?
A: Both individual entrepreneurs and collectives, including registered and unregistered entities involved in sericulture or weaving activities, are eligible to apply for the scheme.
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Q: What types of units can be set up under the scheme?
A: The scheme supports the establishment of grainage units for producing Disease-Free Layings (DFL), Eri spinning units, Muga reeling units, natural dyeing units, and weaving units.
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Q: Does the scheme support Muga silk production?
A: Yes, the scheme also supports Muga silk production due to Meghalaya’s favorable climatic conditions for its cultivation.
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Q: Is there support for setting up infrastructure?
A: Yes, eligible applicants may receive one-time infrastructure support such as a shed of 500 sq ft or 1000 sq ft depending on the selected option.
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Q: Are collectives required to employ workers?
A: Yes, collectives must provide an undertaking stating that they will employ at least five spinners or weavers.
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