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Assistance to Traditional Pottery Makers

The scheme “Assistance to Traditional Pottery Makers” provides financial assistance to Traditional Pottery makers belonging to the state OBC category for the purchase of modern machinery for job modernization.

Authority

State

Region

Kerala

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The financial assistance of ₹25,000/- will be provided to the Traditional Pottery Makers for upgrading the occupation and purchasing machinery.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State.; The applicant should belong to the State Backward Community of Kerala State.; The applicant should be currently engaged in a traditional pottery-making occupation.; The annual family income of the applicant should be ₹1,00,000/-.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the “Assistance to Traditional Pottery Makers” scheme?

The scheme "Assistance to Traditional Pottery Makers" provides financial assistance to Traditional Pottery makers belonging to the state OBC category for the purchase of modern machinery for job modernization.

Which is the implementing department of this scheme?

Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala

Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?

The person who is engaged in a traditional pottery-making occupation and belongs to the Other Backward Community of Kerala is eligible to apply under the scheme.

What are the benefits of the scheme?

The financial assistance of [?]25,000/- will be provided to the Traditional Pottery Makers for upgrading the occupation and purchasing machinery.

Is this scheme only for the Backward Communities of Kerala State?

Yes, the applicant should belong to the State Backward Communities of Kerala State.

Is this scheme only for the residents of the Kerala State?

Yes, the applicant should be permanent residents of Kerala State.

What is the criterion for annual family income under the scheme?

The annual family income of the applicant from all sources does not exceed [?]1,00,000/-.

Where can I get the application form?

The application can be downloaded from the official website of Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala. https://bcdd.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Assistance-to-Traditional-Pottery-Makers-Application-Form-1.pdf

How can an applicant apply under the scheme?

The completely filled Application Form along with all the relevant documents should be submitted before the Regional Deputy Director.