Sarkari Yojana

Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Gujarat's Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra scheme gives registered NGOs, cooperative societies and trusts up to ₹13,00,000/- per unit to build village common facility centres for artisans, covering buildings, training, toolkits, working capital and marketing. Applications are made on the e-Kutir portal.

About Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra

Started in 2002 by the Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, the “Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra” scheme seeks to give artisans better working conditions and infrastructure right in their villages. It offers up to ₹13,00,000/- per unit across several components, with 100% assistance to registered Non-Governmental Organizations, cooperative societies and registered trusts. Applicants must be registered organisations with 2 to 3 years of working experience that own 1000 to 1200 square feet of Non-Agricultural land. The Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, implements the scheme, and applications are made online on the e-Kutir portal.

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

Applicants must fall into one of these categories:

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A Non-Governmental Organization holding registration under the Society…

A Non-Governmental Organization holding registration under the Society Registration Act.

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A cooperative society holding registration under the applicable…

A cooperative society holding registration under the applicable cooperative law.

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A trust registered under the relevant trust laws

A trust registered under the relevant trust laws.
Two to 3 years of experience working in the relevant field is needed.
The organisation must own land measuring 1000 to 1200 square feet.
That land has to be Non-Agricultural.
The applicant should be capable of arranging a suitable site, building, raw materials, technical/administrative staff marketing.
The applicant must be able to give work to no fewer than 25 artisans through village activities.

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

Benefits Provided

Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Building Infrastructure:

₹10,00,000/- to build a Common Facility Center with an office, godown, work-shed and electric connection. Assistance in Training and Design: ₹70,000/- towards capacity building and developing designs. Administrative Assistance: ₹40,000/- as support for administration. Toolkit Assistance: ₹1,20,000/- to supply the required tools and equipment. Revolving Fund: ₹50,000/- as working capital support. Marketing Assistance: ₹20,000/- for activities promoting the market.

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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Registration certificate

Registration certificate: Society Registration Certificate (NGOs) / Cooperative Society Registration Certificate (cooperative societies) / Trust Registration Certificate (registered trusts).

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A certificate showing 2 to 3 years of…

A certificate showing 2 to 3 years of working experience.

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Papers proving land ownership

Papers proving land ownership.

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The certificate converting the land to Non-Agricultural use

The certificate converting the land to Non-Agricultural use.

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra through the online application process outlined below.

Steps for New Registration

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Open the eKutir portal and, in the right-hand…

Open the eKutir portal and, in the right-hand pane of the home page, select "For New Sakhi Mandal / Industrial Cooperative Society / NGO Registration / Khadi Organization - Mandali, Click Here".

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Complete every mandatory field (marked with an asterisk)…

Complete every mandatory field (marked with an asterisk) on the registration page.

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A pop-up will show the name, mobile number…

A pop-up will show the name, mobile number and other details you entered. Click "Confirm" if they are right; if not, click "Cancel", fix the errors and click "Register" once more.

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After registration succeeds, your User ID and Password…

After registration succeeds, your User ID and Password arrive by SMS on the registered mobile number, and also by email if you gave an email address. Steps for Login Procedure and User Profile Update

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Go to the eKutir portal, enter your User…

Go to the eKutir portal, enter your User ID, Password and the Captcha Code in the "Login to Portal" section on the right of the home page, and click "Login".

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At the first login, fill in the "User…

At the first login, fill in the "User Profile" with personal and organisational details. Fields with an asterisk are compulsory, and some are already filled from your registration information. Apart from fields filled at registration, most details can be changed later under “View Profile”. Steps for Scheme Application

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Once you are logged in and your profile…

Once you are logged in and your profile is complete, the homepage lists schemes relevant to you. Click the scheme you want to apply for to open its online form, which is split into several tabs.

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Fill every mandatory field and upload the mandatory…

Fill every mandatory field and upload the mandatory documents in the required format and size, entering the document number for each upload where asked. Click “Save & Next” to move through the tabs.

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Check all details and uploaded documents carefully and…

Check all details and uploaded documents carefully and correct anything needed. Tick the checkbox to accept the terms and conditions, declaration and privacy policy (if any).

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Clicking “Save & Next” on the final tab…

Clicking “Save & Next” on the final tab creates an application number shown on screen; note it down for future reference. To print the application, click “Print Application”. To stop the application at that point, click "Cancel". Application Printing and Modification
Click “Print Application” to print your application.
If your application is sent back for changes, a “Modify” button appears, allowing you to edit and resubmit it.

Helpdesk: /Grievance Redressal
Phone 9909926280 / 9909926180.
Contact the District Industries Centre (DIC) for your district. Check Application Status Open the Application Status page, enter the scheme's Application Number and your Date of Birth, and click "View Status".

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References