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NHDP:SC

National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP): Scholarship Component
NationwideIndividualCentralCentral Sector SchemeMinistry Of TextilesNo start date
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What this is

The scheme targets the children of these weavers, offering financial assistance of up to ₹2,00,000/- annually. This support covers tuition, admission, and examination fees at recognised textile institutions. Additionally, beneficiaries receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000/-.

In detail

The National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP) Scholarship Component has been launched by the Office of Development Commissioner for Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles, running from 2021-22 to 2025-26. It aims to bolster India's handloom sector and improve the lives of handloom weavers. It particularly targets the children of these weavers, offering financial assistance of up to ₹2,00,000/- annually. This support covers tuition, admission, and examination fees at recognised textile institutions. Additionally, beneficiaries receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000/-. The scheme's primary objective is to empower weavers' families through education, ensuring the sustainable growth of the handloom industry, thus enhancing their socio-economic conditions and contributing to India's cultural heritage.

Who qualifies

  • The scholarship is for the children of handloom weavers/workers (up to 2 children).
  • This support is available for pursuing 3/4 years Diploma/Graduate/Post Graduate courses at Central/State Government recognized and funded Textiles Institutions.

What you get

  • Financial Coverage: The scholarship covers tuition fees, admission fees, examination fees, and other annual fees/charges as required by the academic institution.1. Stipend: In addition to the academic fees, eligible candidates will receive a stipend of ₹5,000/- per month, subject to a maximum of ₹2,00,000/- per child per annum or actuals, whichever is less.1. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Funds will be directly transferred to the bank account of the concerned handloom weaver/worker or their children through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

> Payment Schedule

  • The scholarship for the first year will be disbursed after the admission of the ward of handloom weavers/workers.
  • Subsequent years' scholarships will be paid upon submission of the proposal, along with a copy of the mark sheet for the annual exam, and admission proof for the next academic session from the relevant institution.
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schemeNameNational Handloom Development Programme (NHDP): Scholarship ComponentmyScheme · 2026-09-02
schemeOpenDate...not published at source
schemeCloseDate...not published at source
nodalMinistryNameMinistry Of TextilesmyScheme · 2026-09-02
dbtSchemeTruemyScheme · 2026-09-02
achievement data...no source publishes this for any central scheme