Objective

The scheme aims to enhance the productivity and income of traditional artisans and craftspeople in Uttar Pradesh by providing modern toolkits, skill upgradation training, and access to institutional credit at subsidized interest rates.

Coverage

It covers traditional occupations including carpentry, tailoring, blacksmithing, goldsmithing, pottery, barbering, laundry (dhobi), cobbling, masonry, and halwai (confectionery) trades.

Key Components

• Toolkit Grant: Free distribution of advanced toolkits valued up to ₹10,000 per beneficiary upon successful completion of training.
• Credit Linkage: Facilitation of bank loans up to ₹5 lakh with interest subvention as per prevailing state government norms.
• Skill Training: Mandatory 6-day residential/non-residential training at designated ITIs or training centres.

Implementation

Implemented by the Directorate of Industries, Uttar Pradesh, through District Industries Centres (DICs) in coordination with banks and training institutions.

1. Visit the official portal diupmsme.upsdc.gov.in and click on 'Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana' under the Schemes section
2. Register using Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify via OTP
3. Fill the online application form with personal details, trade selection, and bank account information
4. Upload scanned copies of required documents: Aadhaar card, domicile certificate, bank passbook, passport-size photograph, and artisan proof (if available)
5. Submit the application and note the application reference number
6. Application is forwarded to the concerned District Industries Centre (DIC) for verification and trade test
7. Upon approval, applicant is allotted a training batch at the nearest ITI or training centre
8. After successful completion of 6-day training, toolkit is distributed and loan application is forwarded to the designated bank branch