About the Scheme

The Kiosks Scheme is intended to support eligible applicants in establishing and operating small business/service kiosks and promoting self-employment and entrepreneurial activities.

The scheme is implemented subject to the applicable Government of Punjab guidelines, departmental instructions, eligibility conditions and availability of the scheme.

Objectives

• To encourage self-employment and entrepreneurship.
• To provide opportunities for small business activities.
• To facilitate establishment of kiosks at suitable locations.
• To encourage local economic activity and employment generation.
• To provide institutional support and guidance to eligible applicants.

Eligibility

Eligibility for the Kiosks Scheme shall be determined as per the latest guidelines and instructions issued by the competent authority.

• The applicant must fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions.
• The proposed activity must be permissible under the applicable rules.
• The applicant must submit the required documents and information.
• The proposed kiosk/location must satisfy the applicable departmental requirements.
• Any additional eligibility condition prescribed by the competent authority shall also apply.

Note: Exact eligibility conditions should be confirmed from the latest official scheme notification before application.

Benefits / Assistance

Eligible beneficiaries may receive assistance or facilitation as prescribed under the applicable Kiosks Scheme guidelines. The nature and extent of assistance may depend upon the category of applicant, proposed activity, location and prevailing Government instructions.

• Guidance regarding establishment of the kiosk.
• Assistance/facilitation as permitted under the scheme.
• Support in understanding applicable departmental requirements.
• Guidance regarding documentation and application process.
• Entrepreneurship and self-employment related facilitation.

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready, wherever applicable:

• Application form prescribed under the scheme.
• Identity proof.
• Address proof.
• Recent passport-size photographs.
• Bank account details.
• Proof of eligibility/category, wherever applicable.
• Business/activity related documents.
• Location/site related documents, wherever required.
• Any other document prescribed by the concerned authority.

The final list of documents may vary according to the applicant and the applicable scheme guidelines.

Application Process

Important Information

• Application does not automatically guarantee approval.
• Approval is subject to fulfilment of prescribed conditions.
• Financial assistance, if any, shall be governed by the applicable scheme guidelines.
• Applicants should verify the latest notification before submitting an application.
• The competent authority may modify, suspend or discontinue the scheme as per Government instructions.

District Industries Centre, Rupnagar

Disclaimer

This webpage content is provided for general informational purposes. The latest Government notification, departmental guidelines and instructions issued by the competent authority shall prevail in case of any discrepancy.

Applicants are advised to confirm the current scheme provisions and requirements from the District Industries Centre, Rupnagar before taking any action.