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UdyogSetu उद्योग सेतु • 2026
🏡 Gram Panchayat & Rural Level 100% Free Machinery & Equipment Grant 2026 Active Scheme

KVIC Kumhar Sashaktikaran & Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (Village Pottery)

केवीआईसी कुम्हार सशक्तिकरण एवं ग्रामोद्योग विकास योजना (माटी कला उद्यम)

Ministry / Dept: Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME) / KVIC • Agency: Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC) / State KVIB / Gram Panchayat

Max Funding Limit 100% Free Electric Toolkits + Bank Credit up to ₹10 Lakhs (under PMEGP/MUDRA)
Government Subsidy 100% Free Electric Pottery Wheel (Chaak) & Pugmill + 35% PMEGP Capital Subsidy
Security / Collateral No collateral or mortgage required
Promoter Margin 0.0% Project Cost

📋 Scheme Objective & Overview

KVIC initiative to empower rural potters and terracotta artisans across Gram Panchayats by providing 100% free motorized electric pottery wheels, pugmills, modern kilns, and market linkages with Indian Railways and retail chains.

Eligible Sectors: HandicraftsManufacturingVillage Industry

💰 Key Financial Benefits & Subsidy Details

  • ✓100% Free motorized modern electric pottery wheel (Chaak) and clay blunger toolkits.
  • ✓Increases potter daily production by 4x to 5x with 80% reduction in physical exertion.
  • ✓10-day comprehensive technical training by KVIC Master Trainers at Village/Panchayat level.
  • ✓Market tie-ups with Indian Railways tea stalls, festive markets, and government emporiums.

🎯 Who is Eligible? (Eligibility Criteria)

  • •Traditional potters, terracotta artisans, or village youth interested in pottery craft.
  • •Resident of rural Gram Panchayat or village cluster.
  • •Age above 18 years with valid Aadhaar identity.

Age Requirement: 18 to 65 years.

Education Qualification: None required (Traditional potters & rural artisans)

📑 Mandatory Documents Required Checklist

Scanned PDF / Copies
📄Aadhaar Card and Voter ID
📄Gram Panchayat Pradhan / Sarpanch recommendation or artisan certificate
📄Bank passbook copy with IFSC
📄Passport-size photographs

🚀 Step-by-Step Application Procedure

11. Apply online at KVIC official portal or submit application to nearest KVIC/KVIB District Office.
22. Recommendation endorsed by Gram Panchayat Sarpanch / Panchayat Secretary.
33. Attend 10-day skill enhancement training camp organized at District / Block level.
44. Receive electric pottery wheel and toolkits free of cost at distribution ceremony.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (KVIC Kumhar Sashaktikaran & Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (Village Pottery))

What is the maximum loan limit under KVIC Kumhar Sashaktikaran & Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (Village Pottery)?

Eligible applicants can avail up to 100% Free Electric Toolkits + Bank Credit up to ₹10 Lakhs (under PMEGP/MUDRA) in financial assistance from authorized partner banks.

How much capital subsidy is provided?

The scheme provides 100% Free Electric Pottery Wheel (Chaak) & Pugmill + 35% PMEGP Capital Subsidy credited directly to the loan bank account upon milestone verification.

Is collateral security or mortgage required?

No collateral or mortgage required.

Ready to apply for KVIC Kumhar Sashaktikaran & Gramodyog Vikas Yojana (Village Pottery)?

Submit your online application through the official government portal.

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Toll-Free Helpline: 022-26711003

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