National Handicrafts Development Programme: Research & Development Scheme
✓ Information verified — June 2026The "NHDP: Research & Development Scheme" is introduced to generate feedback on economic, social, aesthetic, and promotional aspects of various crafts and artisans in the handicraft sector. The surveys and studies are sponsored/conducted to generate suitable inputs for planning purposes.
What You Get
- Funding for research studies on handicraft sector economics and social impact
- Support for surveys examining artisan livelihoods and craft sustainability
- Grant-in-aid for organizations conducting handicraft research
- Data collection to improve government planning for handicraft development
- Analysis of market trends and promotional opportunities for traditional crafts
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–100 years
- Research organizations, NGOs, and institutes working in handicraft sector
- Government agencies and universities conducting relevant studies
- Organizations with demonstrated experience in handicraft research or development
- Entities registered under relevant laws and with proper governance structure
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Organization Registration Certificate
- 2. PAN Certificate
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Project Proposal
- 5. Previous Research Experience Documents
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Textiles
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/nhdp-randds…Nodal Ministry
Ministry Of Textiles
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