Launched on 11th September 1995, the scheme “Manav Kalyan Yojana” implemented by the Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to uplift economically disadvantaged sections by providing toolkit assistance (via e-vouchers) for self-employment in 10 designated trades. The scheme replaces previous self-employment initiatives and targets individuals/families with an annual income of up to ₹6,00,000/- in rural/urban areas. It focuses on empowering artisans and marginalized communities, including SC/ST and nomadic tribes, with no income limit for the most backward sub-castes. Applications are submitted online via the e-Kutir portal, and beneficiaries receive toolkits through a transparent e-voucher system.

Benefits

• Toolkit Assistance: E-vouchers for toolkits in 10 specified trades.
• Trades Covered: Dairy Product Sales, Plumber, Bharat Kaam (Embroidery), Centering Work, Beauty Parlor, Electric Appliances Repairing, Papad Making, Pickle Making, Vehicle Servicing, Puncture Kit.
• Training Option: Applicants can opt for skill training during the application process.
• Transparent Disbursement: E-vouchers (QR codes) are generated post-approval and redeemed at approved dealers.

*The maximum cost limits per toolkit are predefined (exact amounts not specified in the document).

Eligibility

• The applicants must be between 18 and 60 years of age to qualify for the scheme.
• The applicants from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), or Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) nomadic tribes are eligible without any income proof requirement.
• The applicants from general categories must have a family annual income of ₹6,00,000/- or less, and must submit an income certificate as proof.

Additional Requirement for Rural Applicants

The rural applicants must:
a) either be listed in the Below Poverty Line (BPL) list with a poverty score of 0 to 16.
b) or submit an income certificate issued by the relevant authority.

Income Criteria Exemptions

The income limit does not apply to the following:
a) Individuals from the 12 most backward sub-castes within the Scheduled Castes.
b) Members of the most backward, nomadic, or de-notified tribes under the SEBC category.
*For all other applicants, the annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000/-, whether residing in rural or urban areas.

Application Process

Online: https://e-kutir.gujarat.gov.in/

Steps for New Registration

1. Step 1: Visit the eKutir portal. In the right pane of the landing page, click “For New Individual Registration, click Here”.
2. Step 2: On the registration page, fill in all mandatory fields: Full Name, Aadhaar Card Number, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, E-mail, Password. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click “Register”.
3. Step 3: A confirmation pop-up will display details. If correct, click “Confirm”.
4. Step 4: Upon successful registration, User ID and Password will be sent via SMS/Email.

Steps for Login and User Profile Update

1. Step 1: Visit the eKutir portal. Login with your User ID, Password, and Captcha.
2. Step 2: Complete the “User Profile” with personal and organisational details. All fields marked with an asterisk are mandatory.

Steps for Scheme Application

1. Step 1: On the homepage, click on the name of the scheme you intend to apply for.
2. Step 2: Fill in all mandatory fields across multiple tabs and upload required documents in the specified format/size. Click “Save & Next”.
3. Step 3: Review information and documents. Agree to terms and conditions.
4. Step 4: Click “Save & Next” in the last tab to generate an application number.

Helpdesk / Grievance Redressal

• Call: 9909926280 / 9909926180.
• Connect with the District Industries Centre (DIC) of your district.

Check Application Status

Visit the Application Status page. Provide the Application Number and your Date of Birth, then click “View Status”.

Documents Required

• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC applicants).
• Income Certificate (issued by Taluka Mamlatdar/Municipal Officer), mandatory for general category applicants.
• e-Shram Card Number.
• Bank Details (for e-voucher disbursement).