Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra

Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra is a Gujarat state scheme that helps registered NGOs, cooperative societies, and trusts set up Common Facility Centers for village artisans. The scheme offers financial support of up to ₹13,00,000 per unit to build infrastructure, buy tools, arrange training, and cover working capital needs.

The scheme is run by Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries under the Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat. Applications are accepted online through the e-Kutir portal at e-kutir.gujarat.gov.in. As of August 2026, the scheme continues to accept applications from eligible village-level organizations.

Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra - Introduction

Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra is a supportive scheme launched in 2002 by the Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat. It was formed by merging two older schemes, Gramodyog Sankul Yojana and the Common Work Shed Scheme, which had some problems in their rollout. The scheme boosts the livelihood of local artisans by giving them better working environments at the village level through Common Facility Centers.

Registered non-governmental organizations, cooperative societies, and registered trusts can get 100% support under this scheme. To take part, an organization should have 2 to 3 years of active experience and own a non-agricultural land parcel of 1000 to 1200 square feet. The scheme is managed by Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, and applications are submitted online through the e-Kutir portal.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme helps an organization through several financial grants. The total support can go up to ₹13,00,000 per unit, split across different parts of setting up and running a Common Facility Center.

Eligibility

To benefit from Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra, an organization should meet these requirements:

• It should be a non-governmental organization, registered cooperative society, or a registered trust under the relevant government acts.
• It should have at least 2 to 3 years of working experience in the field.
• It should own a piece of land measuring 1000 to 1200 square feet that is classified as non-agricultural, or buy or hire a ready-made building as per the terms of the government resolution.
• It should be able to manage the site, building, raw materials, technical staff, and marketing operations.
• It should provide regular employment to at least 25 local artisans through its village-level activities.

For example, if Ramesh runs a registered NGO for 3 years that supports local weavers on a 1100 square foot plot, he is eligible to apply for this support.

Application Process

An organization should complete the online application through the e-Kutir portal by following these steps.

For New Registration

STEP 1 - Visit the eKutir portal and, in the right pane, select the link for the organization type to register.

STEP 2 - Fill in all the required fields, verify the mobile number, and complete the security check by entering the Captcha Code.

STEP 3 - Check the confirmation pop-up for the entered name and mobile number. If all details are correct, click Confirm. If any detail is wrong, click Cancel, correct it, and register again.

STEP 4 - After successful registration, the User ID and Password are sent to the registered mobile number via SMS. If an email address is given, the details also come through email.

Login and Profile Update

STEP 1 - Log in on the eKutir portal with the User ID, Password, and Captcha Code.

STEP 2 - Complete the user profile with the required organizational details. Most fields can be updated later from the View Profile section, except the ones filled during registration.

Applying for the Scheme

STEP 1 - After the profile is ready, select Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra from the schemes shown on the dashboard.

STEP 2 - Fill the application form across all tabs and upload the required documents in the given format and size. Enter the document number for each file uploaded.

STEP 3 - Review everything carefully, tick the declaration box, and click Save and Next on the last tab to generate an application number. Save this number for tracking and use the Print Application button to keep a physical copy.

Getting Help

If an applicant faces any issue, they can call 9909926280 / 9909926180 or visit their local District Industries Centre.

Documents

An organization should keep the following clearly scanned documents ready for the application:

• Registration certificate for the NGO, society, or trust.
• Certificate proving 2 to 3 years of working experience.
• Proof of land ownership.
• Official document confirming the land is converted to non-agricultural use.

References

Check these links for further guidance:

• Guidelines e-Kutir
• Incentives for Cottage and Rural Industries
• Cottage and Rural Industries Policy
• Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra Official Page

FAQ's

Is an email address mandatory during registration?

Yes, a valid email address is a required field for the portal account.

How do I make sure my registration is secure?

Complete the required security verification by entering the Captcha Code before hitting the register button.

What if I find errors in my details after the confirmation pop-up?

Do not worry. If an error is spotted, click Cancel, correct the information, and register again.

When can I apply for the scheme?

Once registration and profile are complete, Gramodhyog Vikas Kendra appears on the dashboard. Click it to start the application.

Do I need to tag documents during the application?

Yes, enter the corresponding document number for every file uploaded in the application form.

How can I track my status?

Visit the Application Status page and enter the application number and date of birth to check the status.