Rajasthan Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana: ₹5,000 Toolkit Support for Eligible Artisans and Workers
Under this Industries & Commerce Department scheme, eligible artisans, workers and low-income women get up to ₹5,000 to buy modern toolkits, equipment or a sewing machine. Applications are made online through the SSO portal or an e-Mitra centre. The notification sets a target of 1 lakh beneficiaries.
Scheme at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | Rajasthan Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana |
| Benefit | Toolkit support up to ₹5,000 (one-time) |
| Beneficiaries | Artisans, workers and low-income women identified by a board/department |
| Age and income limit | 18 to 40 years, family annual income below ₹3 lakh |
| Target | 1,00,000 beneficiaries in total (split across 6 boards/departments) |
| Nodal department | Industries & Commerce Department, Rajasthan |
| Application | Online: SSO portal or e-Mitra centre |
Important Points About the Scheme
- Toolkits are purchased and distributed through the board/department. In some cases, handicraft artisans and Labour Department workers can buy the toolkit themselves and get reimbursed up to ₹5,000 on the bill.
- This is a Rajasthan Government scheme. The central PM Vishwakarma Yojana is separate and offers training, a toolkit incentive up to ₹15,000 and collateral-free loans.
- Before applying, check on the portal that the service for your board/category is open and that targets remain.
Beneficiary Target by Board/Department
| Board / Department | Beneficiary target |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Shilp & Mati Kala Board | 10,000 |
| Rajasthan State Kesh Kala Board | 10,000 |
| Vimukt, Ghumantu & Ardh-Ghumantu Welfare Board | 5,000 |
| Commissioner Industries & Commerce (Handicrafts) | 25,000 |
| Rajeevika/NULM (women) | 30,000 |
| Labour Department (workers) | 20,000 |
| Total | 1,00,000 |
Key Benefits
- ₹5,000 toolkit or equipment support.
- Kit purchased and distributed by the board/department.
- Reimbursement up to ₹5,000 on the bill (in some categories).
- No educational qualification needed.
- 2023-24 budget announcement: ₹10,000 per person for 30,000 artisans to join exhibitions/fairs.
Who Is Eligible
Eligible
- Resident of Rajasthan.
- Belong to one of these groups: Shilp & Mati Kala Board, Kesh Kala Board, Vimukt-Ghumantu-Ardh-Ghumantu Welfare Board, artisans with an ID from the Industries Department/Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), women selected by Rajeevika/NULM, workers selected by the Labour Department.
- Age 18 to 40 years.
- Holds a Jan Aadhaar card.
- Family annual income below ₹3 lakh.
- Has not received toolkit aid from the Centre/State in the last 2 years.
Not Eligible
- Those below 18 or above 40 years.
- Those whose family income is ₹3 lakh or more.
- Those who received toolkit aid in the last 2 years.
- Those not identified by a concerned board/department or without its ID.
Required Documents
- Jan Aadhaar card
- Residence certificate
- Aadhaar card
- PAN card
- Income certificate
- Passport size photo
- Bank account details
- Mobile number
- Board/department ID or proof of selection
How to Apply / Register
- Log in to the Rajasthan SSO portal with your SSO ID. Register first if you do not have one.
- Find the service for your category, such as the application for toolkit under Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana.
- Enter your Jan Aadhaar number to fetch details, fill the form and upload documents.
- Submit the application and keep the submission receipt safe.
- The committee of the concerned board/department (in districts, chaired by the DIC General Manager) verifies the application.
- A selection list and waiting list are prepared. Selected beneficiaries get the kit, or reimbursement on the bill is paid to the bank account.
Important Rules
- You can also apply at an e-Mitra centre. Tell the operator the toolkit service of your board and always take the acknowledgement.
- If applications exceed the target, selection is on a first come, first served basis.
- If the bill is above ₹5,000, the maximum paid is still ₹5,000.
- This is a one-time benefit. No monthly or recurring payment is made.
Important Government Links
- Rajasthan SSO Portal
- Industries & Commerce Department, Rajasthan
- e-Mitra Portal
- Jan Aadhaar Portal
- Rajasthan Sampark (Grievance)
- PM Vishwakarma Yojana (separate central scheme)
Guidelines and the application are available in the relevant service on the SSO portal.
Helpline and Contact
Rajasthan Sampark Helpline181
Application Centree-Mitra / District Industries Centre
Frequently Asked Questions
How much support is given?
- Up to ₹5,000, one-time. Bill reimbursement is also capped at ₹5,000.
What are the age and income limits?
- Age 18 to 40 years and family annual income below ₹3 lakh.
Is education required?
- No, no minimum educational qualification is needed.
Where do I apply?
- On the SSO portal or at the nearest e-Mitra centre.
Important Notes
- Scheme conditions, targets and services can change. Confirm on the SSO portal or with your District Industries Centre before applying.
- Emitrawala.com is not a government website. This page is for information only.
- Do not pay anyone money for getting the toolkit.
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