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"Entrepreneureship Development Programme (EDP)" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme

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The "Entrepreneureship Development Programme (EDP)" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme is a significant initiative categorized under Social Welfare & Empowerment. It is designed to provide targeted assistance to eligible beneficiaries, helping them achieve better outcomes in social welfare & empowerment.

Complexity Medium
Popularity High
Verification Jan 2026

📝 Overview & Benefits

The entire expenditure towards the training will be met.

The period of training will generally be for a week.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry (or) continuous resident of the area for the past three years.

🚀 Application Process

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Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the Deputy Functional Manager (EI) of the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.

Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.

📄 Documents Required

Aadhaar Card.

Applicant's Passport-sized Photo.

Birth Certificate/ Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate, issued by the competent authority.

Age Proof (if applicable).

Educational Certificates/Marksheets (if applicable).

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Before applying for "Entrepreneureship..., ensure you have your Aadhar card and bank details ready. Most rejections happen due to mismatched documents.

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  • Category Social Welfare & Empowerment
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