Sarkari Yojana

Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre

Quick Summary: This scheme funds Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centres run by experienced agencies to train artisans, women's groups, and cooperative members in jute product manufacturing, promoting jute as an eco-friendly plastic alternative. Each 35-day training cycle costs ₹2,14,000 for 20 beneficiaries, with additional machinery procurement support up to 75%.

About Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre

This scheme backs the setting up of Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centres (JRCPCs) in local clusters nationwide through eligible agencies. These centres deliver basic, advanced, and design training to artisans, women self-help groups, cooperative members, NGOs, and other beneficiaries for manufacturing jute diversified products. The scheme positions jute as a natural, biodegradable, eco-friendly alternative to plastic, while building backward and forward linkages for raw material supply, production, sales, and marketing. At least 50% of trained beneficiaries are expected to move into employment or self-employment in jute product manufacturing.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Textiles

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The Agency and its functionaries must be bonafide…

The Agency and its functionaries must be bonafide Indian agencies and Indian Citizens.

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Reputed Registered Jute Entrepreneurs/Manufacturers, Exporters, Merchant Traders, NGOs,…

Reputed Registered Jute Entrepreneurs/Manufacturers, Exporters, Merchant Traders, NGOs, Cooperative Societies, Federations, PSUs/Organizations of the Central/State Govt. and other firms/Agencies engaged in product identification, bulk production, skill training, and marketing of Jute Diversified Products (JDPs) for at least the last three years.

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Recognized agencies with at least three years' experience…

Recognized agencies with at least three years' experience training, promoting, and developing WSHGs in producing and marketing jute products (JDPs), or similar work in Handloom, Handicrafts, and Textiles, get preference.

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The CA/OA must have its own office of…

The CA/OA must have its own office of at least 250 sq.ft. with telephone/mobile connection, computer/laptop with email facilities, etc. for running the JRCPC, and at least 500 sq. ft of space to set it up.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Activity Cost

Activity Cost: ₹2,14,000/- per cycle over a 35-day duration.
Maximum Assistance: Up to ₹2,14,000/- per cycle.
Beneficiary Coverage: 20 beneficiaries per group.
Incentive to CA: A 20% incentive on successfully completing the activity.
Support for Infrastructure: ₹12,000/- toward biometric machine, internet, and maintenance expenses.
Machine Procurement Support: 75% financial assistance for procuring machines, capped at ₹12,500/- per machine.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A document proving ownership (MoU/ AoA of Companies/…

A document proving ownership (MoU/ AoA of Companies/ Registered Deed of Partnership/ Registration of Societies (or) Trade License, etc.), together with the Aadhaar Card / Address Proof of the agency's authorized representative.

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The agency's PAN number and its Income Tax…

The agency's PAN number and its Income Tax Return for the last financial year

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PAN particulars and GST returns covering the last…

PAN particulars and GST returns covering the last 3 financial years

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Annual Reports of the last three financial years

Annual Reports of the last three financial years

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Financial statements, audited, for the last three years

Financial statements, audited, for the last three years

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Any further documents that establish the agency's credentials

Any further documents that establish the agency's credentials

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Additional supporting papers such as project experience certificates…

Additional supporting papers such as project experience certificates etc.

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A recommendation from the Dist

A recommendation from the Dist. Magistrate/Dist. Collector/DIC/ NABARD/ DRDA/BDO, which may be submitted

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An account of experience in Trainings, Designing/ Product…

An account of experience in Trainings, Designing/ Product development, Production and Marketing in the JDP sector, covering any Award Won, details of its creativity, and past work related to the suggested scope of work.

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Evidence of experience in handling the relevant activities,…

Evidence of experience in handling the relevant activities, which must be stated;

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A Concept / Approach note (in line with…

A Concept / Approach note (in line with the guidelines indicated below) explaining the need for quality training aimed at developing the Jute Diversified Sector through product identification, quality training with design inputs, bulk production and market sales, and promotion of these JDPs in domestic and international markets.

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An Undertaking by the Agency confirming that, if…

An Undertaking by the Agency confirming that, if allotted, the JRCPC will be run for atleast one year unless NJB terminates it earlier.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Jute Resource-Cum-Production Centre through the online application process outlined below.

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Submit complete proposals following JRCPC's operational guidelines on…

Submit complete proposals following JRCPC's operational guidelines on the NJB website.

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Send hard copies of the application and proposal,…

Send hard copies of the application and proposal, with all prescribed supporting documents, to NJB's Head Office or the relevant Regional Office, along with a covering letter on company letterhead.

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Provide the relevant information in the format enclosed…

Provide the relevant information in the format enclosed at the Annexure, along with the required documents.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References