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West BengalBusiness & MSME
Artisans Facilitation Supports
Managed by: Department of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises and Textiles (Directorate of MSME)
About the Scheme
Artisans Facilitation Supports provides registration assistance, transport allowance, and free market stalls in state-sponsored craft exhibitions for WB craftsmen.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •Free access to government-sponsored exhibitions and melas for product sale
- •Travel and transport allowances for transporting goods to exhibitions
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyPermanent resident of West Bengal
Age Limits18 to 60 years
Family Income CapEarning livelihood primarily through handicrafts or handloom
Social Class / CategoryAll categories
Additional Prerequisites
- Must hold a valid Artisan Identity Card issued by the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts)
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
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Apply through the wbmseb.gov.in portal
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Register at the District Industries Centre (DIC) office
Who Should Apply?
- ✓Registered handicraft and handloom artisans in West Bengal
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Wholesalers or commercial retail traders
- ✗Unregistered craftsmen
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need to pay for stalls in government melas?
No, registered artisans get free stall spaces along with travel stipends.
Related Welfare Schemes
Artisans Financial Benefit Scheme
Who Can Apply:
Traditional handicraft and handloom artisans aged 60+ in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Monthly pension of Rs. 1,000 for elderly artisans
•One-time tool-kit purchase grant up to Rs. 10,000
Updated: July 2026
Handloom and Khadi Weavers Benefit Scheme
Who Can Apply:
Active handloom and khadi weavers in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Financial grant of Rs. 10,000 for repairing handlooms or upgrading accessories
•Thrift Fund Scheme linkage (matching contribution by state govt)
Updated: July 2026
Handloom and Khadi Weavers Scheme
Who Can Apply:
Registered handloom weavers and weaving cooperative groups in WB
Key Benefits:
•Supply of raw yarn at 10% subsidized rates
•Work-shed construction subsidies up to Rs. 25,000
Updated: July 2026
Banglashree Scheme
Who Can Apply:
New or expanding MSME units in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Capital investment subsidies ranging from 10% to 40% based on location zone
•Interest subsidy up to 6% on term loans
Updated: July 2026
Scheme Details
State / CentralWest Bengal
AuthorityDirectorate of MSME
SubcategoryArtisan Support
Launch Date2016
Target Beneficiarymsme
Official Helpline033-2230-0021