Tool Kit Grant for Traditional Handicrafts Experts

Tool Kit Grant for Traditional Handicrafts Experts in Kerala: Learn about the Tool Kit Grant for traditional handicrafts experts in Kerala. This guide covers eligibility, benefits, application process, and required documents.

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Important Details

	Details
Tool Kit Grant	For traditional handicrafts experts in Kerala, this grant provides training and equipment to enhance skills.
Eligibility	Applicants must be residents of Kerala, belong to State Backward Communities, and engage in traditional craftwork.

Eligibility Criteria

Requirement	Details
Residency	Must be a permanent resident of Kerala.
Community	Should belong to State Backward Communities.
Age	The applicant should be under 60 years old.
Income	Annual family income should be ₹1,00,000/- or less.
Experience	Preference is given to those with more than 10 years of experience.
Additional Preferences	Preference is given to those with more than two girl children and differently-abled individuals.

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Benefits of the Grant

Benefit	Details
Grant Amount	Up to ₹25,000/- covering training costs, stipend, and tool kit.
Training Costs	Limited to ₹5,000/-.
Training Duration	Maximum of three months.
Focus	On machinery and equipment suitable for the craft.
Tool Selection	Beneficiaries can choose their own tools and equipment.
Grant Use	Cannot be used as working capital; only for modernization.

Application Process

To apply for the Tool Kit Grant, follow these steps:

Step	Description
1. Notification	Applications are invited through public notices in newspapers.
2. Submission	Submit the application form with all required documents to the Regional Deputy Director.
3. Scrutiny	Applications are reviewed at the Regional level and a draft list is prepared.
4. Final List	Final selection is made after further scrutiny by the Director, BCDD.
5. Training	Selected applicants undergo training if needed.
6. Grant Disbursement	Submit cash bills for tools purchased to receive reimbursement.

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Required Documents

Ensure you provide the following documents with your application:

Document	Description
Identity Proof	Proof of identity such as Aadhar Card or Passport.
Photo	Recent photograph of the applicant.
Caste Certificate	Certificate confirming backward community status.
Income Certificate	Proof of annual family income.
Experience Certificate	Certificate showing years of experience in the craft.
Non-receipt Certificate	Proof of not receiving other grants from similar organizations.
Work Site Photo	Photograph of the applicant’s work site.
Bank Passbook	Photocopy of the bank passbook for account verification.

FAQs

Question	Answer
1. What is the Tool Kit Grant?	The Tool Kit Grant provides financial assistance for training and equipment to traditional handicrafts experts in Kerala.
2. Who is eligible for the grant?	Applicants must be permanent residents of Kerala, belong to State Backward Communities, and be engaged in traditional craftwork.
3. How much can I receive from the grant?	The grant can cover up to ₹25,000/- for training, stipend, and tool kit, with training costs limited to ₹5,000/-.
4. What is the maximum duration for training?	Training can last up to three months.
5. How do I apply for the grant?	Apply through a prescribed form available after public notification, submit it with required documents to the Regional Deputy Director.
6. What documents are needed for the application?	You need identity proof, a photograph, caste certificate, income certificate, experience certificate, and other relevant documents.

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