New Charkha-Loom Scheme
The scheme provides 65% financial assistance for purchasing Amber Charkhas (₹13,000/-) and looms (₹30,000/-) to registered Khadi spinners and weavers, promoting sustainable livelihoods.
About This Scheme
The “New Charkha-Loom Scheme” implemented by the Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to modernize Khadi production by providing financial assistance for Amber Charkhas and looms to registered Khadi spinners and weavers. The scheme offers 65% subsidy on equipment costs (₹13,000/- for Charkhas, ₹30,000/- for looms) to enhance productivity and sustain traditional artisans. Implemented through registered Khadi/Polyvastra organizations, it targets spinners and weavers certified by Khadi institutions.
Benefits
Subsidy for Equipment
Amber Charkha: 65% of ₹13,000/- (₹8,450/- subsidy).
Looms: 65% of ₹30,000/- (₹19,500/- subsidy).
Disbursement Mode
Credited to the beneficiary’s account post-verification.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a registered Khadi/Polyvastra spinner or weaver.
The applicant’s organization must hold a valid Khadi certification.
Equipment must be purchased for active Khadi production.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step 1: The interested applicants should purchase the equipment (Amber Charkha or loom) from an approved vendor.
Step 2: Visit the Khadi institution or Cottage Industries Office, or their nearest District Industries Center (DIC), and request the prescribed format of the application form for the subsidy claim from the designated staff.
Step 3: In the form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the required documents (Purchase Invoices, Certification Proof, etc).
Step 4: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the copies of the required documents to the designated staff and request a receipt or acknowledgement.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Subsidy for Equipment
Amber Charkha: 65% of ₹13,000/- (₹8,450/- subsidy).
Looms: 65% of ₹30,000/- (₹19,500/- subsidy).
Disbursement Mode
Credited to the beneficiary’s account post-verification.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step 1: The interested applicants should purchase the equipment (Amber Charkha or loom) from an approved vendor.
Step 2: Visit the Khadi institution or Cottage Industries Office, or their nearest District Industries Center (DIC), and request the prescribed format of the application form for the subsidy claim from the designated staff.
Step 3: In the form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the required documents (Purchase Invoices, Certification Proof, etc).
Step 4: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the copies of the required documents to the designated staff and request a receipt or acknowledgement.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | New Charkha-Loom Scheme |
| Short Title | NCLS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | Gujarat |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Rural |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 16 Jun 2026
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