Introduction The Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana is a state government initiative implemented by the Industries and Commerce Department in coordination with designated boards and departments. Introduced under the 2023–24 budget initiatives, the programme supports skilled workers who need equipment to establish or improve their livelihood activities. The scheme targets 1 lakh beneficiaries, including traditional artisans, handicraft workers, hair-related occupation workers, women and members of nomadic communities. Eligible applicants can receive assistance for toolkits, work equipment or sewing machines. Applications are accepted through the Rajasthan SSO portal or e-Mitra centres, depending on the relevant service and beneficiary category. Benefits Toolkit assistance: One-time financial support of up to ₹5,000 for eligible tools, equipment or sewing machines. Toolkit distribution: The concerned board or department may purchase and distribute equipment to selected beneficiaries. Reimbursement facility: Eligible handicraft artisans and Labour Department workers may purchase tools themselves and claim reimbursement against the bill, subject to a maximum of ₹5,000. Employment opportunities: Helps beneficiaries improve their skills, continue traditional occupations and develop self-employment activities. Women empowerment: Supports eligible women through the designated Rajeevika/NULM component. Exhibition assistance: The 2023–24 budget announcement also proposed ₹10,000 each for 30,000 artisans to participate in national and state-level exhibitions and fairs. This is a separate budget announcement, not the standard toolkit grant. Beneficiary target: The scheme notification distributes its target of 1 lakh beneficiaries across the following categories: Rajasthan Shilp evam Maati Kala Board: 10,000 beneficiaries. Rajasthan State Kesh Kala Board: 10,000 beneficiaries. Rajasthan State Vimukt, Ghumantu evam Ardh-Ghumantu Kalyan Board: 5,000 beneficiaries. Handicraft artisans under the Industries and Commerce Department: 25,000 beneficiaries. Rajeevika/NULM women: 30,000 beneficiaries. Labour Department workers: 20,000 beneficiaries. Eligibility The applicant must be a resident of Rajasthan. The applicant must be between 18 and 40 years of age. A valid Jan Aadhaar Card is required. The applicant's annual family income must be below ₹3 lakh. The applicant must belong to an eligible category and be identified by or hold an identity card issued by the relevant board or department. Eligible categories include artisans registered with the Shilp evam Maati Kala Board, workers covered by the Kesh Kala Board, members of notified nomadic communities, recognised handicraft artisans, women selected through Rajeevika/NULM and workers selected by the Labour Department. Handicraft artisans may need an identity card issued by the Industries and Commerce Department or the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Government of India. The applicant must not have received toolkit assistance or a similar grant from the Central or State Government during the preceding two years. No minimum educational qualification is prescribed under the supplied scheme information. Selection: Applications are checked by the relevant board or department. If applications exceed the allotted beneficiary target, selection is made on a first-come, first-served basis as specified in the scheme information. Documents Applicants should keep the following documents ready for verification and online submission: Jan Aadhaar Card. Aadhaar Card. Rajasthan residence certificate. Income certificate. PAN Card. Recent passport-size photograph. Bank account details or passbook copy. Registered mobile number. Identity card or certificate issued by the relevant board or department, as applicable. Applicants should confirm the exact document requirements for their category through the relevant SSO service, e-Mitra centre or concerned department before submitting the application. Process to Apply Eligible applicants can apply online through Rajasthan SSO or seek assistance from an authorised e-Mitra centre. Apply Through Rajasthan SSO Visit the Rajasthan SSO portal. Log in using your SSO ID. New users can register through the registration page. Find the service relevant to your category, such as the Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana handicraft service. Enter the required personal, income, occupation and bank details. Upload the documents requested by the portal and review the information carefully. Submit the application and save the acknowledgement or application reference for future use. Apply Through an e-Mitra Centre Visit the nearest e-Mitra centre with your identity, residence, income and occupation-related documents. Ask the operator for the applicable Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana toolkit application service. Provide the necessary details and documents for online form submission. Check the completed application carefully before authorising submission. Collect the application receipt and keep it for reference. Verification and Distribution The relevant board or department scrutinises applications through its designated committee. District Industries and Commerce Centres may verify applications through a committee chaired by the General Manager of the DIC. Eligible applicants are shortlisted according to the category-wise target, with a reserve list prepared where applicable. After selection, the concerned authority arranges toolkit purchase and distribution according to the applicable procurement rules. Eligible handicraft artisans and Labour Department workers may claim reimbursement for approved toolkit purchases up to ₹5,000 by submitting the required bill. Important Links and Contact Online Application/Login: Rajasthan SSO Sign In New SSO Registration: Register on Rajasthan SSO Rajasthan SSO Portal: Visit Official Portal Industries and Commerce Department: Visit Official Website Department Contact Details: Contact the Industries and Commerce Department FAQs Q1. What is Rajasthan Vishwakarma Kamgar Kalyan Yojana?It is a Rajasthan Government scheme that provides eligible artisans, women and workers with assistance for purchasing tools and equipment to support self-employment. Q2. How much financial assistance is available?Eligible beneficiaries can receive a one-time toolkit grant of up to ₹5,000. Q3. Who can apply for the scheme?Eligible Rajasthan residents aged 18–40 years who meet the income, identity and occupation-related conditions may apply. Q4. What is the annual family income limit?The applicant's annual family income must be below ₹3 lakh under the supplied eligibility criteria. Q5. Is there any educational qualification requirement?No minimum educational qualification is specified in the supplied scheme information. Q6. Which documents are required?Common documents include Jan Aadhaar, Aadhaar, residence and income certificates, PAN Card, photograph, bank details and relevant occupation or board identification. Q7. How can I apply for the scheme?Applications can be submitted through the Rajasthan SSO portal or with assistance from a nearby e-Mitra centre. Q8. Can applicants purchase the toolkit themselves?Eligible handicraft artisans and Labour Department workers may purchase approved tools themselves and claim reimbursement against the bill, up to ₹5,000, subject to applicable rules. Q9. Can someone who recently received another government toolkit grant apply?Applicants who received toolkit assistance or a similar grant from the Central or State Government during the previous two years are ineligible under the supplied criteria. Q10. Where can I get official information about the scheme?Visit the Rajasthan Industries and Commerce Department website or contact the relevant department or e-Mitra centre for application guidance.