Handicrafts Export Award 2026: ₹40,000 Prize, Gold Medal & Certificate
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Quick answer
The Handicrafts Export Award 2026 recognises and rewards handicraft exporters from Tamil Nadu with a cash prize, gold medal, and certificate. Eligible manufacturers and direct exporters can apply offline through Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers. The application requires submitting a filled form with supporting documents during the specified period.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹40,000 Cash Prize, Gold Medal & Certificate |
| Ministry / department | Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi Department |
| Level | State Government (Tamil Nadu) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Handicrafts Export Award is a scheme by the Tamil Nadu Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi Department to encourage and honour exporters of handicraft products. It provides a cash prize, a gold medal, a Thamirapattiram, and a certificate to deserving manufacturers and direct exporters of handicrafts from Tamil Nadu. The award aims to promote quality handicraft exports and support local artisans by recognising their efforts and achievements.
Benefits
- Cash prize of ₹40,000.
- 4 gram gold medal awarded.
- Thamirapattiram presented.
- Certificate of recognition provided.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a native of Tamil Nadu.
- Applicant must be a manufacturer of handicrafts in Tamil Nadu.
- Applicant must be an exporter of Tamil Nadu handicrafts.
- Applicant must be a direct exporter.
- Exporter must not be banned by the government.
Documents required
- Passport-size photograph.
- Aadhaar card.
- Address proof.
- Front page of bank passbook.
- Proof of direct exporter status.
- Address proof of Tamil Nadu craftsman.
- Copy of purchase order letter.
- Export/import license copy.
- Registration copy from Export Development Corporation of Handicrafts (EPCH) or Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) or District Industrial Center.
- Photocopies of export documents of the craftsman for the last 3 years.
- Craftsman's self-attestation affidavit on ₹20 stamp paper.
How to apply
- 1Download and print the prescribed application form from the official source.
- 2Fill all mandatory fields in the form and attach the passport-sized photograph and required documents.
- 3Submit the completed application form and documents offline to the Head Office via Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers during office hours.
- 4Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment with submission details from the authority receiving the application.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Handicrafts Export Award?+
Only native manufacturers and direct exporters of handicrafts from Tamil Nadu who are not banned by the government are eligible.
Can exporters from other states apply for this award?+
No, only exporters from Tamil Nadu can apply.
Is there an age limit to apply for this award?+
There is no age restriction specified for applicants.
Can an exporter who is not a manufacturer apply?+
No, the applicant must be both a manufacturer and exporter of handicrafts in Tamil Nadu.
How do I apply for the Handicrafts Export Award?+
Applicants must apply offline by submitting the filled application form and documents through Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers.
Is there an application fee?+
No, there is no fee for submitting the application.
Can previous award winners apply again?+
Yes, previous winners can apply again if they meet all eligibility criteria.
What if I miss the application deadline?+
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
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