Handicraft Rebate Scheme

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.

Eligibility

- The applicant must be a registered cooperative society, apex institution, or women-led group. - The applicant must produce handicrafts. - The applicant must obtain prior rebate certification from the Commissionerate.

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.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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