"Training in Handicrafts" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme
The "Training in Handicrafts" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Puducherry, aims to create better employment opportunities and enhance the livelihood of the rural poor. The training adopts a Gurukulam model.
About This Scheme
Benefits
₹1.5K · monthly
Trainees will receive a stipend of ₹1,500 per month.
₹300 · monthly
Master craftspersons will be compensated with an honorarium of ₹300 per trainee (up to ₹3,000 per month), and ₹150 per trainee per month for raw material wastage (up to ₹1,500 per month).
The Training commences in December and is for a period of 6 months.
> Crafts Practiced
Soapstone carving, Pith Craft, Tapestry, Wood carving, Bronze Icon, Serpentine stone carving, Terracotta, Tanjore Painting, Leather goods, Crochet, Paper Machine, Hand Printed Textile, Shell items, Palm Leaf articles, Embroidery and appliqué works, Mat Weaving, Batik Printing, Pottery/Clay toys/Ceramic, Miniature painting & printing, Cloth & Stuffed dolls, Decorative wax candles, Hand knitted Hammacks, Cane & Bamboo, Semi-precious stones and jewellery, Glazed art pottery, Dry flowers, Lampshade - Jute and paper, Wire craft, Fibre craft.
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦Birth Certificate/ Residential Certificate.
- ✦Age Proof.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹1.5K