About this banking scheme
Mission Solar Charkha supports rural artisans with financial help for solar charkha clusters. Each cluster can receive up to Rs. 9.599 crore. Applications are ongoing and can be submitted online or offline.
Mission Solar Charkha is a government scheme aimed at promoting solar-powered livelihoods in rural areas. It is run by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India.
The scheme focuses on establishing Solar Charkha Clusters that will benefit artisans, including spinners and weavers, in a designated area.
By providing financial assistance, the scheme aims to generate sustainable employment and support eco-friendly technology.
This initiative is crucial for improving the rural economy and reducing migration to urban areas.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mission Solar Charkha (MSC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Benefit | Mission Solar Charkha supports rural artisans with financial help for solar charkha clusters. |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Banking |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | kviconline.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Implementing agency | Ministry Of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government Of India |
| Scheme for | Infra |
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 80 years
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
मिशन सोलर चरखा ग्रामीण कारीगरों को सौर चरखा समूहों के लिए वित्तीय सहायता प्रदान करता है। प्रत्येक समूह को अधिकतम Rs. 9.599 करोड़ मिल सकता है। आवेदन प्रक्रिया चल रही है और इसे ऑनलाइन या ऑफलाइन किया जा सकता है।
Mission Solar Charkha supports rural artisans with financial help for solar charkha clusters.
What you receive
- Maximum subsidy per cluster: Rs. 9.599 crore
- Capital subsidy for 2000 solar charkhas: Rs. 3.15 crore for 1000 spinners
- 500 solar looms subsidy: Rs. 1.93 crore for 500 weavers
- Construction subsidy for workshed: Rs. 1.20 crore
- Solar grid subsidy: Rs. 0.40 crore
- One-time capital cost subsidy: Rs. 0.75 crore
- Interest subvention on working capital: 8% for six months
- Capacity building training: Rs. 0.595 crore per cluster
Benefits are provided as financial assistance to support the establishment and operation of solar charkha clusters.
Who qualifies
- Age must be 80 years or younger.
- Must apply online or offline.
- Existing Khadi and Village Industry Institutions can apply if they meet specific financial criteria.
- Other institutions like SPVs, societies, and trusts can also apply under certain conditions.
- First-time applicants must show commitment to rural upliftment.
Who is not eligible
- No specific exclusions mentioned, but generally, those not meeting eligibility criteria cannot apply.
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Registration walkthrough
- Online: Visit the official website and register.
- Login and fill in the application form.
- Submit the application.
- Offline: Prepare a proposal in the prescribed format.
- Submit one hard copy and one soft copy to the designated office.
To check your application status, log in to the official portal or contact the designated office for assistance.
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Incomplete application forms leading to rejection.
- Failure to submit required documents on time.
- Not meeting the financial criteria for existing institutions.
- Inadequate commitment to rural upliftment.
- Missing the baseline survey requirement.
- Not providing sufficient details about the governing body.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of Mission Solar Charkha?
It aims to create solar-powered livelihood opportunities for rural artisans.
Who can apply for this scheme?
Existing Khadi institutions, other registered organizations, and first-time applicants can apply.
What kind of financial assistance is available?
Each cluster can receive up to Rs. 9.599 crore in subsidies.
How long is the application process?
The application process is ongoing with no specified last date.
What is the maximum age for applicants?
Applicants must be 80 years old or younger.
How are the benefits provided?
Benefits are given as financial assistance to support cluster establishment.
Can I apply offline?
Yes, you can submit a proposal in hard copy as well.
What happens if I do not fulfill the deposit requirement?
Not fulfilling the deposit requirement may delay fund release.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines www.kviconline.gov.in (PDF)
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First draft prepared with editorial AI tools; every fact verified against the official notification and rewritten by our team.
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