Mukhyamantri Hunar Vikas Yojana- Self-Employment/Business
By Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan
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Quick Answer
Rajasthan's scheme offering financial assistance up to ₹50,000 to beneficiaries of the Palanhar Scheme for establishing self-employment ventures after completing skill training.
About this grant
The Mukhyamantri Hunar Vikas Yojana – Self-Employment/Business, launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan, aims to empower beneficiary boys and girls from the State Government’s Palanhar Scheme. The primary objective is to provide crucial financial assistance to these individuals so they can establish their own self-employment ventures or businesses upon successful completion of their skill training. This initiative is designed to foster economic independence, create sustainable employment opportunities, and ensure a dignified livelihood for the beneficiaries by enabling them to translate their acquired skills into tangible business opportunities.
The scheme offers financial support in two distinct installments to facilitate the setup of new businesses. The first installment, comprising 60% of the total sanctioned amount, is disbursed upfront to cover initial setup costs. The remaining 40% is provided as a second installment after verification of the business establishment. The assistance is specifically tailored to help beneficiaries set up businesses directly related to the training courses they have completed, ensuring relevance and practicality. The program is implemented at both state and district levels by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, ensuring broad reach and effective oversight.
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Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50,000
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
This scheme provides crucial financial assistance up to ₹50,000 or the actual estimated cost (whichever is lower) to support beneficiaries in establishing their self-employment ventures or businesses. The assistance is disbursed in two installments: 60% is provided initially for setting up a shop/location, purchasing equipment, or raw materials. The remaining 40% is disbursed after the business has been established, subject to an inspection report by a district officer. This structured disbursement ensures funds are utilized effectively for business setup, directly deposited into the beneficiary's bank savings account.
- Disbursement
- Milestone Based
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are examined by the District Officer, Social Justice and Empowerment Department. Upon successful verification of eligibility and documentation, administrative and financial approval is issued. For the second installment, an officer appointed by the District Collector conducts an inspection of the established business to approve the final disbursement.
Application Process
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Download Application Form
Applicant downloads the official application form from the website.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Mukhyamantri Hunar Vikas Yojana?
The scheme is open to boys and girls who are beneficiaries under the Rajasthan Palanhar Scheme, have completed relevant skill training, are 21 years of age or above, and have registered their business through the Udyam Aadhaar Portal.
What kind of financial assistance is provided?
Financial assistance of up to ₹50,000 or the actual/estimated cost (whichever is lower) is provided to help establish a self-employment venture or business related to the beneficiary's completed training course.
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
The assistance is disbursed in two installments: 60% initially for establishment costs like shop setup or equipment purchase, and the remaining 40% after the business is established and an inspection report is approved by the District Collector's appointed officer. The funds are directly deposited into the beneficiary's bank account.
What is the application process?
Applicants need to download the official application form from the website, fill in all mandatory fields, attach self-attested copies of required documents, and submit the complete form to the District Officer of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department. The application will then be reviewed for administrative and financial approval.
What kind of businesses are supported?
The scheme supports self-employment or business activities that are directly related to the skill training course completed by the beneficiary. There are no explicit industry restrictions beyond this alignment with training.
Is there a deadline for application?
No specific application deadline is mentioned, implying applications are accepted on a rolling basis. However, the approval process takes a maximum of one month after submission.
