Assistance Scheme for Handloom Spinning-Weaving Women Workers
By Department of MSME, Government of Uttarakhand
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Quick Answer
Women handloom spinning and weaving workers in Uttarakhand get 90% of the cost of looms and tools, up to ₹25,000, paid straight into their bank accounts.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹25,000
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Uttarakhand
About this grant
This scheme helps women in Uttarakhand whose family occupation is handloom weaving, spinning, knitting or related work. It is run by the MSME Department under the Department of Industries.
The department pays 90% of the cost of a handloom, pantloom, frameloom or related tools, up to ₹25,000. You pay the other 10%. The money goes directly to your bank account.
You must live in Uttarakhand and be registered with the Government of India or Government of Uttarakhand. Preference goes to women with handloom experience who cannot work because they have no loom.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
The Directorate of Industries (Department of MSMEs) is Uttarakhand's state-level office for industrial development, based in Dehradun. It is the state nodal agency for the Uttarakhand Startup Policy 2023, the main support for new startups in the state, and it publishes the…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹25,000
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Under this scheme, beneficiaries receive significant financial support for the procurement of essential equipment. The department will bear 90% of the total cost for providing handloom, pantloom, frameloom, and other related tools and equipment to selected women workers. This support is capped at a maximum of ₹25,000. The remaining 10% of the cost is to be contributed by the beneficiary herself. This funding is directly transferred to the bank accounts of the selected women workers, ensuring transparency and direct benefit. This crucial assistance helps these artisans acquire the necessary infrastructure to continue their traditional occupation, improve productivity, and enhance their earning potential.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
The selection of eligible women workers is a structured process managed at the district level. A dedicated committee, constituted under the chairmanship of the General Manager, District Industries Centre, reviews all applications. This committee rigorously assesses candidates based on the prescribed eligibility criteria, giving preference to experienced handloom workers who lack access to looms. Once the district-level selection is complete, the list of recommended beneficiaries, along with all necessary details, is forwarded to the Directorate of Industries for final approval. Following this approval, the sanctioned amount (90% of the equipment cost, up to ₹25,000) is directly disbursed to the bank accounts of the selected women workers.
Application Process
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Obtain Application Form
Download the form online or collect it from the District Industries Centre.
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Line up your documents
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the Assistance Scheme for Handloom Spinning-Weaving Women Workers?
A: The scheme is open to women workers who are residents of Uttarakhand and whose ancestral occupation involves handloom weaving, spinning, knitting, or allied activities. Preference is given to experienced workers currently unable to perform their work due to lack of a loom.
Q: What kind of financial support does the scheme provide?
A: The scheme offers financial assistance covering 90% of the total cost of essential handloom equipment (handloom, pantloom, frameloom, and other related tools), up to a maximum of ₹25,000. The remaining 10% is contributed by the beneficiary.
Q: How do I apply for this scheme?
A: Application forms can be obtained from your District Industries Centre or downloaded from the Uttarakhand government's departmental website. You must submit the completed form along with your Aadhaar card, bank details, and any relevant registration certificates through the General Manager of your District Industries Centre.
Q: Is this scheme only for new handloom workers, or can experienced artisans apply?
A: The scheme specifically targets traditional women workers whose primary occupation is handloom work, and preference is given to experienced workers who are currently facing challenges due to the unavailability of a loom.
Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: You will need your Aadhaar card, bank account details, a registration certificate (if you are registered with the Government of India or Uttarakhand), photographs, and any other certificates related to your handicraft or weaving experience.
Q: What is the process after submitting the application?
A: A committee at the District Industries Centre will review applications and select eligible beneficiaries. This list is then forwarded to the Directorate of Industries for final approval, after which the funds are directly transferred to the selected women workers' bank accounts.
