PM Vishwakarma
✓ Information verified — April 2026PM Vishwakarma is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. It provides complete support to traditional artisans and craftspeople across India to grow their businesses and reach new customers. The scheme helps skilled workers in trades like carpentry, metalwork, and textiles upgrade their skills and products.
What You Get
- Free skill training and certification programs
- Toolkit incentive to buy or upgrade tools and equipment
- Working capital loan up to ₹15,000 at low interest rates
- Business mentoring and guidance
- Help with registering your business
- Support for digital marketing and selling online
- Access to credit at affordable rates
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Must be a traditional artisan or craftsperson
- Must work in recognized traditional crafts (carpentry, metalwork, stone carving, jewelry making, textile work, etc.)
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have been working in the craft for at least 5 years or learning from a family member
- Self-employed or working as a household business
- Open to all citizens regardless of caste, gender, or religion
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Bank Passbook or Account Statement
- 3. ID Proof
- 4. Address Proof
- 5. Proof of craft experience
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 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Launched
- 17 Sept 2023
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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