Kera Kaushal Kendra (Coconut Handicraft Centre)

Kera Kaushal Kendra (Coconut Handicraft Centre) Application Assistance

Get complete application assistance to establish sustainable units for coconut shell and wood handicrafts by mobilizing artisans. Two-phase process: Training (6 days, free) + Setup (₹2L assistance).

💰 Scheme Benefits

Total Assistance: ₹2.00 Lakh per centre

Phase 1: Training (Free)

• Duration: 6 Days basic training
• Cost: ₹67,650 per batch (15 persons), fully borne by Board
• Curriculum: Shell/wood craft techniques, polishing, assembly, finishing

Phase 2: Centre Setup (₹2L Assistance)

• Tools & Equipments: ₹80,000
• Furniture & Fixtures: ₹50,000
• Storage Shelves & Racks: ₹30,000
• Utilities: ₹30,000
• Contingencies: ₹10,000

Operational Support:

• CDB facilitates participation in trade fairs
• Centre responsible for local/online sales
• Quarterly progress reports required

✅ Eligibility

1. Group Size: Minimum 15 shortlisted candidates required to form one centre
2. Legal Entity: Must register as NGO/Society/Co-op/Trust
3. Premises: Must secure workshop/store on Lease/Rent
4. MoU: Must sign MoU with CDB valid for 5 years

⚠️ Important Conditions

• Two-Phase Process: Training first (free), then setup assistance (₹2L)
• Direct Payment: Board makes payments directly to supplier, not beneficiary account
• MoU: Must sign MoU with CDB valid for 5 years
• Quarterly Reports: Must submit quarterly progress reports
• Sales: Centre is responsible for local/online sales
• Trade Fairs: CDB facilitates participation in trade fairs

📄 Documents Required

1. Registration Certificate of Legal Entity (NGO/Society/Co-op/Trust)
2. Lease/Rent Agreement for Workshop/Store
3. MoU with CDB (5-year validity)
4. Training Certificate (6-day basic training)
5. List of 15 shortlisted candidates with Aadhaar Cards
6. Bank Account Details of Legal Entity
7. Byelaws/Constitution of the Entity

📊 Detailed Scheme Information

Group Structure

• Group Size: Minimum 15 shortlisted candidates required to form one centre
• Legal Status: Must register as NGO/Society/Co-op/Trust

Phase 1: Training

• Duration: 6 Days basic training
• Cost: ₹67,650 per batch (15 persons), fully borne by Board
• Curriculum: Shell/wood craft techniques, polishing, assembly, finishing

Phase 2: Centre Setup

• Total Assistance: ₹2.00 Lakh per centre
• Tools & Equipments: ₹80,000
• Furniture & Fixtures: ₹50,000
• Storage Shelves & Racks: ₹30,000
• Utilities: ₹30,000
• Contingencies: ₹10,000

Operational Rules

• Premises: Must secure workshop/store on Lease/Rent
• MoU: Must sign MoU with CDB valid for 5 years
• Sales: Centre is responsible for local/online sales
• Reporting: Must submit quarterly progress reports
• Trade Fairs: CDB facilitates participation in trade fairs

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