Gatidhara Scheme – 30% Subsidy on Vehicle Purchase for West Bengal

The Gatidhara Scheme was launched by the Transport Department, Government of West Bengal in August 2014 to provide employment opportunities for registered unemployed youth in the transport sector. The scheme was introduced in the state budget and aims to promote self-employment by assisting in the purchase of commercial vehicles.

Key Benefits

Subsidy Support: 30% subsidy on the ex-showroom price of the vehicle, subject to a maximum of ₹1,00,000.
Financial Assistance: The subsidy amount helps in reducing the financial burden on beneficiaries purchasing commercial vehicles.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the scheme, the following conditions must be met:

For Applicants

Must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
Must be enrolled in the Employment Bank of the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal.
Age must be between 25 to 45 years (relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST & 3 years for OBC candidates).
Family income must be less than ₹25,000 per month.
Only one member per family is eligible.

Application Process

Employment Bank Registration

Visit the Employment Bank Website.
Click on “New Enrolment Job Seeker” & accept the terms & conditions.
Fill in the mandatory details and submit the form.

Application for the Scheme

Get application processed by a vehicle dealer of choice.
Select a financier for the loan required to purchase the vehicle.
Complete vehicle registration within one month of receiving the offer letter for permit and subsidy.

Note: Vehicle dealers are authorized facilitators for the scheme.

Required Documents

Family Income Certificate
Proof of Enrollment in Employment Bank
Proof of Age
Proof of Address
Identity Proof
Bank Details
Passport Size Photograph
Caste Certificate (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the objective of the Gatidhara Scheme?

The scheme aims to promote self-employment by financially assisting individuals in purchasing commercial vehicles.

2. Who implements the scheme?

The scheme is implemented by the Transport Department and funded by the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal.

3. What is the subsidy amount?

Beneficiaries receive a 30% subsidy on the ex-showroom price of the vehicle, with a maximum limit of ₹1,00,000.

4. What is the age criterion?

Applicants must be between 25 to 45 years, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC.

5. Can multiple family members apply?

No, only one member per family is eligible.

6. Is enrollment in the Employment Bank mandatory?

Yes, applicants must be registered in the Employment Bank of the Labour Department.

7. Who are the authorized facilitators for the scheme?

Vehicle dealers are authorized facilitators for processing applications.

8. Can non-residents of West Bengal apply?

No, the scheme is exclusively for permanent residents of West Bengal.