Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata
Directorate of Textiles and Handicrafts, Government of Odisha · Central government
The Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata scheme funds Odisha handloom weavers for loom and accessory technology upgrades to boost productivity and fabric quality.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata (HSS) scheme, introduced on National Handloom Day, 7th August 2016, is an initiative of the Government of India with a particular emphasis on Odisha. It aims to support handloom weavers by addressing the need for modernisation within the sector. The scheme provides financial assistance for upgrading looms and procuring essential accessories, which is intended to improve fabric quality, raise productivity, and strengthen the income and competitiveness of individual weavers.
The programme seeks to connect traditional craft methods with contemporary efficiency, thereby supporting the livelihoods of skilled artisans. Its financial structure is designed for accessibility, with the central government covering a substantial share of the costs. This arrangement reduces the financial burden on beneficiaries and encourages broader uptake of improved technology.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Sole proprietorship
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Odisha
- Resident of Odisha. - Active handloom weaver. - Completed weaving training within the last 2 years under government programmes, including Block Level Clusters. - Willing to contribute 10% of the total cost towards technological up-gradation.
How to apply
- **Obtain Application Form**: Applicants are generally required to visit their local Handloom Department office in Odisha to collect the official application form for the HSS scheme. - **Complete Application**: Fill in the application form with precision, furnishing all requisite personal, professional, and technical particulars concerning the proposed up-gradation. - **Attach Supporting Documents**: Assemble and attach all mandatory documents, which typically comprise proof of Odisha residency, evidence of handloom weaver status, certificates confirming weaving training completed within the preceding two years under government initiatives (such as Block Level Clusters), and itemised quotations or estimates for the looms and accessories slated for up-gradation. - **Submit Application**: Hand in the fully completed application form, together with all supporting documents, to the designated officer at the Handloom Department office. The submission will subsequently be assessed for eligibility and viability.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata (HSS) scheme?
The scheme is open to handloom weavers residing in Odisha who have completed weaving training under government programmes, including Block Level Clusters, within the last two years, and who agree to contribute 10% of the total up-gradation cost.
What kind of financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
The scheme covers 90% of the cost of technological up-gradation items, including new looms and essential accessories, with the beneficiary bearing the remaining 10%.
What is the primary objective of the HSS scheme?
The scheme’s objective is to fund technological upgrades to handlooms, thereby improving fabric quality, raising productivity, and improving the economic status of handloom weavers.
Is the financial assistance a loan, or does it need to be repaid?
No, the assistance under the HSS scheme is a subsidy and does not require repayment. It covers 90% of the eligible cost directly.
What is the application process for the Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata scheme?
Applications for the HSS scheme are handled offline. Weavers must collect the form from their local Handloom Department office, complete it with personal and technical details, attach documents such as proof of residence, weaver ID, training certificates, and cost estimates for upgrades, and submit it to the designated authority.
What documents are usually required for the application?
Applicants typically need proof of residence in Odisha, identity proof, evidence of active handloom weaving, certificates for weaving training completed in the last two years, and detailed quotations or estimates for the technological up-gradation items.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Handloom
- Weavers
- Textiles
- Skill Development
- Technological Upgrade
- Odisha
- Artisans
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.