The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana, implemented by the Office of the Commissioner, Industries, Commerce and CSR, Government of Rajasthan, provides eligible low-income women, workers and artisans aged 18 to 40 with a one-time grant of Rs. 5,000 to purchase tools, tool kits or a sewing machine. Applicants can apply through the Rajasthan SSO portal.
Rajasthan Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana |
| Effective From | 7 July 2023 |
| Nodal Office | Commissioner, Industries, Commerce and CSR |
| Benefit | One-time grant of Rs. 5,000 to purchase tools, tool kits or a sewing machine |
| Target | 1 lakh beneficiaries |
| Beneficiaries | Artisans, Kesh Kala workers, members of nomadic communities, self-help group women and Labour Department workers |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years |
| Income Limit | Annual family income below Rs. 3 lakh |
| Mandatory Document | Jan Aadhaar Card |
| Application Mode | Online through the SSO portal or with assistance from an e-Mitra centre |
| Official Portal | sso.rajasthan.gov.in |
Introduction of Rajasthan Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana: A Brief Insight
A tailor without a good sewing machine, a potter without proper tools or a barber without a complete kit may struggle to take on more work, even when customers are available. For many low-income workers and artisans in Rajasthan, the cost of essential equipment remains a major barrier to improving their earnings. The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana aims to reduce this burden by helping eligible beneficiaries purchase the tools they need for their work.
The Rajasthan Government announced the scheme in the 2023-24 State Budget, and its notification came into effect on 7 July 2023. The Office of the Commissioner, Industries, Commerce and CSR, Government of Rajasthan, implements the scheme to encourage self-employment among low-income women, workers and traditional artisans.
Under the scheme, each selected beneficiary receives a one-time grant of Rs. 5,000 to purchase tool kits, equipment or a sewing machine. The scheme aims to support 1 lakh people across Rajasthan through various boards, Rajeevika, NULM and the Labour Department.
Residents of Rajasthan aged 18 to 40 years can apply if they hold a Jan Aadhaar Card, have an annual family income below Rs. 3 lakh and belong to an eligible beneficiary category. These categories include handicraft and clay artisans, Kesh Kala workers, members of nomadic communities, women associated with self-help groups and workers selected by the Labour Department.
Eligible applicants can submit their applications through the Rajasthan SSO portal or visit an e-Mitra centre for assistance. Applicants who need further guidance can contact their District Industries and Commerce Centre or the concerned board.
Young entrepreneurs who need larger loans to establish an enterprise can explore the Vishwakarma Yuva Udyami Protsahan Yojana. Traditional artisans can also explore training and credit facilities under the Central Government’s PM Vishwakarma Yojana. Those planning to start their own businesses can additionally check the Mukhyamantri Yuva Swarojgar Yojana.
Artisans, workers and other residents looking for welfare and employment opportunities under the Rajasthan Government can explore more programmes on our Welfare Schemes of the Rajasthan Government page.
Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries
For traditional workers such as tailors, potters and barbers, suitable tools and equipment can help improve productivity and earning potential. The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana of the Rajasthan Government provides financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries so they can purchase the tools needed to start or expand their self-employment activities.
Financial Assistance
- A one-time financial grant of Rs. 5,000 per beneficiary
- Beneficiaries can use the amount to purchase tool kits, equipment, sewing machines and other items required for their work
- No minimum educational qualification is required to receive the benefit
Other Support
- Encourages self-employment among low-income women, workers and traditional artisans
- Promotes the marketing of products made by artisans as part of the scheme’s objectives
Scheme Target
The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana aims to benefit 1 lakh people across Rajasthan. Under the implementation framework, the target is distributed among the participating boards and departments as follows:
| Board / Department | Target Beneficiaries |
|---|---|
| Rajeevika / NULM (Women) | 30,000 |
| Handicraft Scheme (Commissioner, Industries) | 25,000 |
| Labour Department (Workers) | 20,000 |
| Rajasthan Shilp evam Maati Kala Board | 10,000 |
| Rajasthan State Kesh Kala Board | 10,000 |
| Rajasthan State Vimukt, Ghumantu evam Ardh-Ghumantu Kalyan Board | 5,000 |
| Total | 1,00,000 |
Note: The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana is a Rajasthan Government scheme. It is different from the Central Government’s PM Vishwakarma Yojana, which provides a separate toolkit incentive and collateral-free loans.
Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled
The Rajasthan Government’s Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana supports low-income women, workers and traditional artisans who want to establish or expand their livelihood activities. Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions to qualify for assistance under the scheme.
Basic Conditions
- Must be a resident of Rajasthan
- Must have a valid Jan Aadhaar Card
- Must be between 18 and 40 years of age
- Annual family income must be below Rs. 3 lakh
- Must not have received toolkit assistance under any Central or State Government scheme during the last two years
- No minimum educational qualification is required
Who Can Benefit
- Handicraft artisans holding identity cards issued by the Rajasthan Shilp evam Maati Kala Board or the Industries Department
- Potters and clay (Maati Kala) artisans
- Hair art (Kesh Kala) workers registered with the Rajasthan State Kesh Kala Board
- Members of nomadic, semi-nomadic and denotified communities registered with the relevant welfare board
- Women associated with Rajeevika or NULM self-help groups
- Workers selected by the Labour Department
Who Cannot Apply
- Individuals below 18 or above 40 years of age
- Families with an annual income of Rs. 3 lakh or more
- Individuals who received toolkit assistance under a government scheme during the last two years
- Individuals who do not belong to any of the identified beneficiary categories
Documents Required to be Attached
Applicants can apply for the Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana through the Rajasthan SSO portal using their Jan Aadhaar. As the scheme covers different categories of beneficiaries through various boards and departments, applicants must provide common documents along with proof of their respective category.
Common Documents for All Applicants
- Jan Aadhaar Card of the family
- Aadhaar Card of the applicant
- Age proof confirming that the applicant is between 18 and 40 years old
- Income proof showing that the family’s annual income is below Rs. 3 lakh
- Bank account details linked with Jan Aadhaar
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Active mobile number linked with Jan Aadhaar
Category-Wise Proof
| Your Category | Proof Needed |
|---|---|
| Handicraft or clay (Maati Kala) artisan | Identity card issued by the Rajasthan Shilp evam Maati Kala Board or under the Handicraft Scheme of the Industries Department |
| Hair art (Kesh Kala) worker | Identity card issued by the Rajasthan State Kesh Kala Board |
| Nomadic, semi-nomadic or denotified community member | Identity card issued by the Rajasthan State Vimukt, Ghumantu evam Ardh-Ghumantu Kalyan Board |
| Woman member of a self-help group | Proof of association with Rajeevika or NULM |
| Worker | Proof of registration or selection by the Labour Department |
Self-Declaration
- A declaration confirming that the applicant has not received toolkit assistance under any Central or State Government scheme during the last two years
How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme
Eligible applicants can apply for the Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana online through the Rajasthan SSO portal. If you do not have a computer or an SSO ID, you can visit your nearest e-Mitra centre for help with the application. Follow the steps below to understand the complete process.
Online Application Through SSO Portal
Step 1: Visit the Rajasthan SSO portal. Enter your SSO ID and password to log in. If you do not have an SSO ID, register first using your Jan Aadhaar or Aadhaar details.
Step 2: After logging in, look for the Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana service in the available services list. Click on it to open the application section.
Step 3: Select the option named Application for Toolkit under Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana to begin your application.
Step 4: Enter your Jan Aadhaar number and click on Search. The portal will display your family’s details.
Step 5: Select the name of the family member who wants to apply for the scheme.
Step 6: Choose the category that applies to you, such as handicraft artisan, Kesh Kala worker, Rajeevika or NULM woman, or Labour Department worker.
Step 7: Fill in the remaining information requested in the form. Upload the required documents, including proof of your category.
Step 8: Check every detail carefully before submitting the form. Once you submit the application, save the application number so you can refer to it later.
Offline Application Through e-Mitra
Step 1: Visit your nearest e-Mitra centre. Take your Jan Aadhaar Card, Aadhaar Card, income proof and category-related documents with you.
Step 2: Tell the e-Mitra operator that you want to apply for the Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana.
Step 3: The operator will enter your details in the online application form and upload the required documents. Check that the information is correct before the operator submits the form.
Step 4: After the application is submitted, collect the acknowledgement slip. Keep it safe because it may help you track or refer to your application later.
What Happens After You Submit Your Application
Step 1: The concerned board or department checks your application and the documents you submitted.
Step 2: If you meet the eligibility conditions, the department considers your application according to the beneficiary target fixed for your category. Meeting the eligibility conditions does not automatically guarantee selection.
Step 3: If the department approves your application, you receive the Rs. 5,000 assistance for purchasing the tools, toolkit or sewing machine required for your work.
Important: Before applying, read the scheme notification available on the Industries Department, Rajasthan portal. Submit your application only through the official SSO portal or an authorised e-Mitra centre.
Important Links Available of the Scheme
- Apply on Rajasthan SSO portal
- Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana notification, Industries Department
- Jan Aadhaar portal, Government of Rajasthan
- Department of Industries and Commerce, Rajasthan
Contact Details in Case of Help Needed
- Nodal Office: Office of the Commissioner, Industries, Commerce and CSR, Government of Rajasthan, Udyog Bhawan, Tilak Marg, Jaipur
- District Level: District Industries and Commerce Centre (DIC) of your district
- Category Help: Office of your concerned board, Rajeevika or Labour Department
- Application Help: Nearest e-Mitra centre
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ans. The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana is a Rajasthan Government scheme that provides a one-time grant of Rs. 5,000 to eligible low-income women, workers and traditional artisans to purchase tools, toolkits or sewing machines for self-employment.
Ans. The scheme operates under the Office of the Commissioner, Industries, Commerce and CSR, Government of Rajasthan, with implementation support from various boards and departments.
Ans. The Rajasthan Government announced the scheme in the 2023–24 State Budget. Its notification came into effect on 7 July 2023.
Ans. Applicants must be between 18 and 40 years of age to qualify for the scheme.
Ans. The applicant’s family’s annual income must be below Rs. 3 lakh.
Ans. Eligible beneficiaries include handicraft and clay artisans, Kesh Kala workers, members of nomadic and denotified communities, women associated with Rajeevika or NULM self-help groups, and workers selected by the Labour Department.
Ans. Yes. Applicants need a Jan Aadhaar Card to apply through the Rajasthan SSO portal.
Ans. The scheme aims to cover 1 lakh beneficiaries across Rajasthan, with targets allocated among the participating boards and departments.
Ans. You can apply online through the Rajasthan SSO portal or seek assistance at your nearest authorised e-Mitra centre.
Ans. No. Applicants who received toolkit assistance under any Central or State Government scheme during the last two years are not eligible under the stated conditions.
Ans. No. The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana is a Rajasthan State scheme. PM Vishwakarma is a separate Central Government scheme that offers its own toolkit incentive, training and loan support.
Ans. No minimum educational qualification is required under the stated eligibility conditions.
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