Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana: Gramodyog Vikas Yojana
Training + machinery for agarbatti, leather, paper crafts · rural artisans India
Gramodyog Vikas Yojana under KVIC (Ministry of MSME) provides free skill training and tool kits to Khadi artisans across trades like agarbatti making, leather footwear, pottery, beekeeping, and food processing. Eligible artisans aged 18–55 receive practical training followed by machinery or tools to start or grow their work. Apply online through the KVIC portal at kviconline.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Gramodyog Vikas Yojana under KVIC (Ministry of MSME) provides free skill training and tool kits to Khadi artisans across trades like agarbatti making, leather footwear, pottery, beekeeping, and food processing. Eligible artisans aged 18–55 receive practical training followed by machinery or tools to start or grow their work. Apply online through the KVIC portal at kviconline.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme "Gramodyog Vikas Yojana" is an umbrella scheme under "Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana" and has been implemented by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India. The scheme provides skill development training and support to artisans and workers in various traditional and modern industries under multiple sectors such as Wellness & Cosmetics, Handmade Leather & Plastic, Mineral-Based Industry, Agro & Food Processing, Rural Engineering & New Technology, and Service Industry.
The scheme focuses on practical training in specialized activities like Agarbatti making, leather footwear manufacturing, pottery, beekeeping, wooden crafts, handmade paper and fiber products, agro-food processing, and technical trades like electrician, plumber, and tea vending. Along with training, the scheme provides financial and material support, including machinery, tools, and equipment to the trained artisans and beneficiaries to help them start production or enhance their existing work.
Benefits
- Free skill training in specialized trades: agarbatti making, leather footwear, pottery (wheel), beekeeping, wooden crafts, handmade paper/fiber, agro-food processing, electrician, plumbing, and tea vending
- Distribution of machinery and tool kits after training — including automatic agarbatti machines, electric potter wheels, bee boxes with live colonies, footwear tools, and food processing equipment
- Identification and referral by KVIC, KVIBs, NGOs, DICs, or Khadi institutions
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Agarbatti (incense stick) manufacturing is a steady, low-barrier rural industry with consistent domestic demand. Getting trained plus receiving the production machinery for free turns an interested individual into a functioning small manufacturer with minimal capital outlay.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a Khadi artisan or member of a KVIC/KVIB-registered Khadi institution
- Age between 18 and 55 years
- Valid Aadhaar card or government-issued ID required
- Only one person per family is eligible
- Should not have received benefits from another government scheme for the same purpose
- Priority given to SC/ST, women, unemployed youth, and BPL category applicants
How to Apply
- Visit the official KVIC website (kviconline.gov.in) to apply.
- Register on the KVIC online portal for the relevant trade component.
- Complete the training programme for your chosen craft (agarbatti, leather, or paper).
- On completion, eligible artisans receive machinery (pedal-operated or automatic as applicable).
- Submit identity and bank details for any associated financial assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main objective of the scheme?
The main objective is to develop industry-specific skills among beneficiaries, provide tools and machinery for production, promote self-employment, and improve income opportunities for artisans and rural youth.
Who can benefit from this scheme?
The scheme targets artisans, rural youth, and workers engaged or willing to engage in trades such as Agarbatti making, leather footwear, pottery, beekeeping, wooden crafts, handmade paper, agro-food processing, and technical trades like electrician, plumber, and tea vending.
What kind of training is provided?
Training is provided in specific trades relevant to each sector, such as Agarbatti production, leather footwear designing, wheel pottery, beekeeping, wooden toy making, paper plate and fiber-based products, agro-food processing, and vocational skills in electrical and plumbing trades.
Are tools and machinery provided to beneficiaries?
Yes, the scheme provides industry-specific tools, machinery, and equipment to trained artisans, such as pedal-operated or automatic Agarbatti machines, electric potter wheels, bee boxes with live colonies, tool kits, and other equipment for production.
Does the scheme promote self-employment?
Yes, the scheme enables trained beneficiaries to start their own small businesses, generate income, and become self-reliant by using the skills and equipment provided.
Are there any specific sectors covered under this scheme?
Yes, the scheme covers sectors like Wellness & Cosmetics, Handmade Leather & Plastic, Mineral-Based Industry, Agro-Food Processing, Rural Engineering & New Technology, Handmade Paper & Fiber, and Service Industry.
Is the training free for the beneficiaries?
Yes, the training is provided free of cost, along with the necessary tools and equipment, under the support of the government program.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card or other government-issued identity proof
- Age proof document
- Khadi artisan card or Khadi Institution registration certificate
- Bank account details
- Caste certificate (if applicable)