Nekar Samman Yojana 2026: ₹2,000 Annual Support
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Quick answer
Nekar Samman Yojana provides ₹2,000 yearly support to registered weavers in Karnataka. Eligible weavers must be residents with an active bank account. Apply through the Seva Sindhu portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹2,000 yearly assistance |
| Ministry / department | Department of Handlooms and Textiles |
| Level | State Government (Karnataka) |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Nekar Samman Yojana is a financial assistance scheme launched by the Karnataka government to support weavers and other workers in the handloom and textile industry who were adversely affected by the pandemic. The scheme offers a yearly amount of ₹2,000, which is transferred directly to the beneficiaries’ bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. Only those who are registered on the state’s Seva Sindhu portal and meet the eligibility criteria can receive the assistance.
Benefits
- ₹2,000 yearly assistance to registered weavers
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Must be a resident of Karnataka with a valid resident certificate.
- Must be a weaver or financially distressed worker in handloom/power loom industry or ancillary activities such as cotton, wool, and silk.
- Must have an active bank account.
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Proof of Resident
- Bank Account details
- Income Details
- Photograph
- Mobile Number
- Other requisite details
How to apply
- 1Register on the Seva Sindhu portal.
- 2Submit the required documents.
- 3Await approval from the Department of Handlooms and Textiles.
- 4Receive ₹2,000 via DBT to your bank account.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nekar Samman Yojana?+
It is a financial assistance programme for Karnataka's poor handloom and textile sector workers affected by the pandemic.
Will the scheme be redefined in 2023?+
Yes, registration and application details for 2023 are yet to be released.
How do beneficiaries receive their benefits?+
Beneficiaries receive the amount directly into their active bank account via DBT.
What is the amount for this scheme?+
Rs. 2,000.
Where can I get information about the scheme?+
Seva Sindhu portal of the Government of Karnataka.
Who can get this benefit?+
All weavers and financially distressed workers in handloom/power loom industry and ancillary activities in Karnataka.
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