Handicrafts Export Award
The “Handicrafts Export Award” scheme was launched by the Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, and Khadi Dept, Government of Tamil Nadu. This award is given to encourage the exporters of handicraft items with a cash prize of ₹40,000/-, 4 gm gold medal, thamirapattiram & a certificate.
About This Scheme
The “Handicrafts Export Award” scheme was launched by the Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, and Khadi Dept, Government of Tamil Nadu. This award is given to encourage the exporters of handicraft items with a cash prize of ₹40,000/-, 4 gm gold medal, Thamirapattiram & a certificate. The exporter can apply offline for this award through Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers.
Benefits
Cash Prize of ₹40,000/-.
4gm Gold Medal.
Thamirapattiram.
Certificate.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a native of Tamil Nadu.
The applicant should be a manufacturer of handicrafts in Tamil Nadu.
The applicant should be an exporter of Tamil Nadu Handicrafts.
The applicant should be a direct exporter.
The exporter should not be banned by Govt.
Exclusions
Application Process
Apply Offline
Advertisements are released in June every year.
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the
prescribed format
of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents (during office hours) to the Head Office only through Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a native of Tamil Nadu.
The applicant should be a manufacturer of handicrafts in Tamil Nadu.
The applicant should be an exporter of Tamil Nadu Handicrafts.
The applicant should be a direct exporter.
The exporter should not be banned by Govt.
Benefits
Cash Prize of ₹40,000/-.
4gm Gold Medal.
Thamirapattiram.
Certificate.
Application Process
Apply OfflineAdvertisements are released in June every year.
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format
of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents (during office hours) to the Head Office only through Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Handicrafts Export Award |
| Short Title | HEA |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Ministry | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | Tamil Nadu |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 29 Mar 2026
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