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Handicraft Rebate Scheme

The scheme provides 5–20% rebates on sales of handicraft goods to cooperatives, with higher incentives for women-led groups and during festivals. Applications are submitted online via e-Kutir.

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About This Scheme

The "Handicraft Rebate Scheme" launched by the Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, Government of Gujarat, aims to support artisans and cooperatives by providing financial rebates on the sale of handicrafts. The scheme offers a 5% permanent rebate on retail sales and an additional 10% special rebate during festivals (totaling 15–20% for women-led cooperatives). Implemented via the e-Kutir portal, it ensures transparency through an e-voucher system for toolkit distribution and rebate disbursement. The scheme targets industrial cooperatives, apex societies, and women-led groups, promoting market competitiveness and artisan welfare.

Benefits

Permanent Rebate:

5% on retail sales of handicraft.

15% for women-led cooperatives.

Special Festival Rebate:

Additional 10% (total 15% for general cooperatives, 20% for women-led groups) for 120 days during festivals.

Targeted Support:

Enhanced rebates for Scheduled Castes/Tribes and BPL artisans.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Registration Proof of Cooperative/Institution.
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Sales Invoices With Product Details.
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Artisan Identity Proofs (for SC/ST/BPL Claims).
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Women-led Certification (if Applicable).
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Bank Details for Rebate Disbursement.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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If the user wishes to print the application, they may click “Print Application.” If the application has been returned for revision, a “Modify” button will appear. The user can then edit the application and resubmit it. Call 9909926280 / 9909926180. Connect with the District Industries Centre (DIC) of your district.

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Level: Central Government