Gujarat Textile Policy: Assistance to SHG for Job Work
By Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat
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This component of the Gujarat Textile Policy provides financial assistance to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) with at least 25 female members for job work, offering payroll and training support.
About this grant
The "Gujarat Textile Policy" is an umbrella scheme introduced by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aimed at augmenting investments in the textile sector and strengthening the textile value chain across each sub-sector, while also focusing on strengthening the garments and apparel as well as technical textiles industry. Effective from October 1st, 2024, to September 29th, 2029, this initiative focuses on reducing the carbon footprint and promoting green growth, thereby making the sector globally competitive and environmentally sustainable. The component "Assistance to SHG for Job Work" provides financial assistance to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) engaged in job work. Eligible SHG members can receive payroll assistance and incentives to enhance their financial stability and encourage women's participation in industrial activities. This policy underscores the state's commitment to fostering a vibrant and sustainable textile industry while empowering women entrepreneurs at the grassroots level.
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Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- ₹15,000 – ₹78.8 Lakhs
- Monthly stipend
- ₹5,000/month
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
- Financial Assistance:
- Training Assistance: ","5,000/- per month per member for a period of 3 months, totaling ","15,000 per member. This aims to enhance skills and readiness for job work.
- Payroll Assistance: 25% of job work value turnover limited to ","5,000/- per month per member for 5 years, totaling ","300,000 per member. This incentive is designed to strengthen financial stability and encourage sustained participation in industrial activities.
- An eligible SHG with 25 female members can potentially receive up to ","78.75 lakh (","315,000 per member x 25 members) in total assistance. This support helps SHGs engaged in job work for industrial units, particularly promoting women's involvement in the textile sector.
- Disbursement
- Monthly Stipend
- Duration
- 61 months
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
The application process involves a thorough scrutiny and verification of relevant documents by the Industrial Commissioner for issuing the initial registration certificate. For provisional or final eligibility certificates, applications are reviewed by the respective authorities (General Manager, District Industries Center; MSME Commissioner; or Industries Commissioner) to ensure full compliance with the scheme's detailed guidelines and criteria. While specific 'selection rounds' are not explicitly detailed, the process focuses on eligibility verification and adherence to policy requirements.
Application Process
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Apply for Registration
Submit the application in the prescribed format to the Industries Commissioner within one year of a triggering event (loan disbursement, production start, or policy operative date).
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Submit on the official portal
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Follow up
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Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary objective of this scheme component?
The primary objective is to provide financial assistance to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) engaged in job work within the textile sector, enhancing the financial stability of their members and encouraging women's participation in industrial activities.
Who is eligible to apply for this assistance?
Self-Help Groups (SHGs) with at least 25 female members, whose members are engaged in job work for industrial units, are eligible. Assistance is specifically for the female workers of the SHG.
What kind of financial support is offered?
The scheme offers two types of financial assistance: Training Assistance of ","5,000 per month per member for 3 months, and Payroll Assistance of up to ","5,000 per month per member for 5 years, limited to 25% of job work value turnover.
What is the maximum assistance an SHG can receive?
An eligible SHG with 25 female members can potentially receive a total of up to ","78.75 lakh over the program duration, combining both training and payroll assistance for all eligible members.
Are there any specific conditions for receiving payroll assistance?
Yes, the industrial unit for which the SHG performs job work must pay ","5,000 per month per female worker in addition to the job work charges. Additionally, if the SHG is independently engaged in manufacturing and not doing job work as defined, it will not be eligible for these incentives.
How long is the Gujarat Textile Policy in effect?
The Gujarat Textile Policy is effective from October 1st, 2024, to September 29th, 2029, promoting a globally competitive and environmentally sustainable textile sector.
