LIDCOM Training Scheme for Charmakar Community: Footwear Designing, UPSC, MPSC Prep

The LIDCOM Training Scheme is an initiative by the Leather Industries Development Corporation (LIDCOM), Government of Maharashtra, specifically designed for the Scheduled Caste Charmakar Community (including Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.). This scheme aims to empower economically weak students by equipping them with the skills needed to start their own businesses, engage in trade, or secure employment. Fully funded by the Government of Maharashtra, the scheme focuses on uplifting the lifestyle of Charmakars by fostering educational, economic, and social development.

Benefits

• Skill Development:
  The scheme offers comprehensive training programs including:
  • Footwear Designing:
    Training provided through the Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) at Fursatganj, Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.
  • Public Service Exam Preparation:
    Training programs for UPSC and Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) exams.
  • Smartness Quotient Booster:
    A specialized training program to enhance overall skills and confidence.
• Employment & Entrepreneurship Support:
  The training is intended to enable participants to either start their own business or secure employment, enhancing their self-reliance and socio-economic status.

Eligibility

• Citizenship:
  The applicant must be a citizen of India.
• Student Status:
  The applicant should be a student.
• Residency:
  Must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra.
• Age Group:
  Applicants must be between 18 and 50 years old.
• Community:
  Only members of the Charmakar Community (including Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.) are eligible.
• Income Criteria:
  The annual family income of the applicant should be less than or equal to ₹1,00,000/-.
• Business Knowledge:
  The applicant should possess basic knowledge about the business for which they are applying for training or a loan.

Application Process

Offline Process

1. Collect Application Form:
   • Obtain the application form free of cost from the District Office of LIDCOM.
2. Fill Out the Form:
   • Complete all mandatory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all required self-attested documents.
3. Submission:
   • Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Office.
4. Receipt:
   • Acquire a receipt or acknowledgment confirming successful submission from the District Office.

Documents Required

• Identity Proof:
  Aadhaar Card.
• Proof of Age:
  Birth Certificate or Marksheet of Class 10th/12th.
• Photographs:
  Two passport-sized photographs (signed across).
• Residency Proof:
  Residential Certificate or Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra.
• Educational Proof:
  Bonafide Certificate/Proof of Admission from the School/College/Institution.
• Income Certificate:
  Issued by an authorized government officer.
• Caste Certificate:
  Issued by an authorized government officer.
• Bank Details:
  Details such as bank name, branch address, IFSC, etc. (copy of the first page of the bank passbook).
• Other Documents:
  Any additional document as required by the District Office of LIDCOM.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who are the target beneficiaries of this scheme?
  The scheme is targeted at students from the Scheduled Caste Charmakar Community (Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.) in Maharashtra.

• What is FDDI and where is it located?
  FDDI stands for Footwear Design & Development Institute, located at Fursatganj, Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.

• Does the scheme offer training for public service exam preparation?
  Yes, there is a training program for UPSC and MPSC exam preparation.

• For what purposes is the training provided?
  The training is designed to enable beneficiaries to start their own businesses, trade, or secure employment.

• What are the objectives of this scheme?
  The scheme aims to uplift the socio-economic status of the Charmakar Community by developing their skills and promoting self-reliance.

• What is the full form of LIDCOM?
  LIDCOM stands for Leather Industries Development Corporation.

• Who issues the Income Certificate and Caste Certificate?
  These certificates must be issued by an authorized government officer.

• Is this a state-funded or centrally funded scheme?
  This scheme is completely funded by the Government of Maharashtra.

• Can applicants from neighboring states apply?
  No, only permanent residents of Maharashtra are eligible.

• What are the sub-communities under the Charmakar Community?
  The sub-communities include Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.

• Where can I find the URL to the official website of LIDCOM?
  Official contact and website details can be found in the scheme guidelines or on the LIDCOM official portal.

• What is the address of the Managing Director Office of LIDCOM?
  The address is available in the official LIDCOM contact details.

• Where can I find the addresses of the Regional and District Offices of LIDCOM?
  These addresses are provided in the LIDCOM guidelines and on the official website.

• Is there a customer support number for LIDCOM?
  Yes, contact details are available on the official LIDCOM website.

• Is there an age-related criterion for this scheme?
  Yes, applicants must be between 18 and 50 years of age.

• Is there an income-related criterion for this scheme?
  Yes, the annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.

• Where can I find the format of the application form? Is it available online?
  The application form is available at the District Office of LIDCOM; online availability may vary.