Schedule castes leather artisans from specific sub-castes like Arundathiyar, Chamar, Mochi, etc., are eligible.

The scheme aims to promote self-employment by helping artisans establish their own showrooms or mobile vans to sell products.

The subsidy ranges from ₹2,00,000/- to ₹5,00,000/- depending on the location (Taluk, District, Mahanagara, BBMP).

Yes, artisans can avail bank loans for the remaining cost after the subsidy is provided.

Documents include Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Ration Card, and others based on the scheme.

Yes, 33% of the seats are reserved for female artisans, and 5% for physically challenged artisans.

Applications can be submitted online through the Suvidha or Seva Sindhu portals.

The District Co-Ordinator verifies the applications and presents them to the District Level Selection Committee.

The committee, headed by the Joint/Deputy Director, finalizes the list of beneficiaries based on recommendations.

The subsidy is a one-time grant based on the establishment of the showroom or mobile van.

After verification and approval by the District Committee Officers, the list is submitted for administrative approval for further implementation.