About this business scheme
The "Grant to Coir Cluster/Societies/Agency" scheme aims to foster the development of coir industries. The scheme encourages unemployed rural youth and artisan individuals to participate in the manufacturing and sales of coir products. Grant of Rs. 2,00,000 per year is provided for five years.
The "Grant to Coir Cluster/Societies/Agency" Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to foster the development of coir industries. The scheme encourages unemployed rural youth and artisan individuals to participate in the manufacturing and sales of coir products.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | “Grant to Coir Cluster/Societies/Agency” Component of the “Development of Coir” Scheme (GCCSA-DC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | District Industries Centre Organization |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Business |
| Level / State | State · Puducherry |
| Official portal | dic.py.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💼Coir Worker
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Grant of Rs. 2,00,000 per year for five years to cover administrative and developmental expenses.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a cluster/society/agency.
- The applicant should be engaged in coir product activities.
- The members of the organization should be coir artisans.
- The applicant should be registered under the Co-operative Act or any other Societies Act.
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Registration walkthrough
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Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the Project Manager (Cottage Industries) of the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
Frequently asked questions
Can a coir cluster from outside Puducherry apply for the scheme?
The eligibility criteria mention engagement in coir product activities, but the information does not specify geographic restrictions.
Where should the filled application form be submitted?
The filled and signed application form, along with documents, should be submitted to the Project Manager (Cottage Industries) at the District Industries Centre in Thattanchavady, Puducherry.
Where can an interested applicant obtain the application form?
The application form can be obtained by printing the prescribed format from the official website of the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry.
How long is the grant provided?
The grant is provided for a duration of five years, contributing to both administrative and developmental expenses.
What is the financial assistance provided by the scheme?
The scheme offers a grant of Rs. 2,00,000 per year for five years to cover administrative and developmental expenses.
Can an individual artisan apply for the grant, or is it restricted to clusters and societies?
The eligibility criteria specify the applicant as a cluster/society/agency, raising questions about individual artisans' eligibility for the grant.
Is there a minimum or maximum limit on the number of coir artisans within an eligible organization?
Details on the specific number of coir artisans required for eligibility are not provided; applicants may need to inquire about any numerical criteria.
Are there any gender-specific eligibility considerations for coir artisans within the organization?
The eligibility criteria do not explicitly mention gender considerations.
Can a coir society with members from different states apply, or is it restricted to local members?
The eligibility criteria do not mention restrictions on the geographic origin of members.
Is there a provision for exceptions to the eligibility criteria under special circumstances?
The information does not mention exceptions; applicants may need to inquire about the possibility of special considerations for unique situations.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines dic.py.gov.in
- Citizen's Charter dic.py.gov.in (PDF)
- Application Form dic.py.gov.in
- Contact Us dic.py.gov.in
- Grievance Redressal industry.py.gov.in
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