Infrastructure and Technology Support
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme, run by the Ministry of Textiles, helps develop modern factories and technology centers across India to support handicraft makers. It aims to improve the quality of handicraft products, reduce production costs, and help Indian handicrafts compete in world markets. The scheme focuses on building infrastructure like workshops, training centers, and marketing hubs in handicraft regions.
What You Get
- Support for setting up modern production facilities and infrastructure
- Access to improved technology and equipment for handicraft production
- Development of marketing and sourcing hubs to connect artisans with buyers
- Training and skill development programs for handicraft workers
- Quality improvement assistance to meet international standards
- Cost reduction through better infrastructure and processes
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–70 years
- Handicraft artisans, craftspeople, and self-employed workers in the handicraft sector
- Handicraft clusters and cooperative societies
- Micro and small enterprises engaged in handicraft production
- Organizations and NGOs working in handicraft development
- State governments and their designated agencies
- No specific income or age restrictions mentioned
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Business Registration Certificate
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Craft Skill Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Textiles
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–70 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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