PM Vishwakarma Yojana: Even today, millions of people in our country earn their living through traditional craftsmanship and craftsmanship.
Some are tailors, cobblers, blacksmiths, or others make toys, baskets, or other handicrafts to support their families. However, lack of funds, a lack of advanced skills, and expensive loans prevent many artisans from turning their skills into a business.
To address these problems, the central government has launched the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana.
In the last two years, nearly 3 million artisans and craftsmen have registered under this scheme.
- Skill verification of 2.6 million people has been completed.
- 2.26 million people have completed basic training.
What is the PM Vishwakarma Yojana
- This Central Government scheme has been launched for traditional artisans and craftsmen.
- It aims to empower artisans with self-reliance and transform their skills into a business.
- The scheme provides financial assistance, advanced training, and easy loans.
Facilities available to artisans
- Skill training: Basic and advanced training by master trainers
- Modern tools: To improve efficiency and quality
- Collateral-free credit
- Incentives for digital transactions
- Brand promotion and market linking
- Stipend: ₹500 per day during training
Loan facility in two phases
- First phase: ₹1 lakh loan for starting a business
- Second phase: ₹2 lakh loan for expanding a business
- Only 5% interest on loans
- Application is registered through Aadhaar-biometric verification through a CSC agent
Who is eligible?
- This scheme is specifically for people engaged in 18 traditional trades, such as:
- Barbers, cobblers, tailors, washermen, blacksmiths
- Stone carvers, sculptors, boat builders
- Basket or broom makers, toy makers
- Locksmiths, masons
- Fishing net makers, hammer or toolkit makers
How to apply
- Online: Register on the official website of the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana
- Offline: Apply at the nearest CSC (Common Service Center)
Frequently Asked Questions (F&Qs)
How many trades are covered?
18 traditional trades
How much is the loan amount?
Total ₹3 lakh (₹1 lakh + ₹2 lakh)
What benefits are provided during training?
Stipend, certificate, ID card, toolkit incentives
Who is eligible?
Barbers, cobblers, tailors, blacksmiths, basket/toy makers, sculptors, and other traditional artisans.
Disclaimer: This article is based on media reports and public information. Final decisions regarding the scheme and receiving benefits require confirmation from the official portal or department.
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