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About the Corporation

What is Shabari Corporation?: Shabari Adivasi Vitta va Vikas Mahamandal Limited, Nashik, is a corporation working under the Tribal Development Department of the Government of Maharashtra. It works to provide financial assistance, loan schemes, training and self-employment opportunities to Scheduled Tribe individuals.
When was Shabari Corporation established?: Shabari Corporation was established on 9 December 1998.
What is the purpose of Shabari Corporation?: The corporation's main purpose is to provide financial assistance, loan schemes, training and self-employment opportunities to Scheduled Tribe individuals, to improve their social and economic condition.
Under which Act is Shabari Corporation registered?: The corporation is registered under the Companies Act, 1956.
What is Shabari Corporation's Board of Directors?: The Board is composed of: Chairman — the Minister, Tribal Development Department, Mantralaya, Mumbai-32. Vice-Chairman — the Minister of State, Tribal Development Department. Director — the Secretary (IAS), Tribal Development Department. Director — the Deputy Secretary, Tribal Development. Director — the Commissioner (IAS), Tribal Development, State of Maharashtra, Nashik. Director — the Managing Director (IAS), Shabari Adivasi Vitta va Vikas Mahamandal Ltd., Nashik.
Who is in Shabari Corporation's administrative structure?: The senior officers are: the Minister, Tribal Development Department; the Minister of State, Tribal Development Department; the Secretary (IAS), Tribal Development Department; the Deputy Secretary, Tribal Development Department; the Commissioner (IAS), Tribal Development, State of Maharashtra; and the Managing Director (IAS), Shabari Corporation.
What is Shabari Corporation's share capital?: The corporation's authorised share capital is ₹200 crore — 51% from the State Government and 49% raised from the Central Government.
What is the State and Central Government's share in Shabari Corporation?: In the corporation's share capital, the State Government holds 51% and the Central Government 49%.

Contact Information

Where is Shabari Corporation's head office?: The corporation's registered office is at: Adivasi Vikas Bhavan, 2nd Floor, Ram Ganesh Gadkari Chowk, Old Agra Road, Nashik - 422002.

Loan Schemes

Question about loan schemes: Shabari Corporation offers several loan schemes to Scheduled Tribe individuals: term loans for business, the Women's Empowerment scheme, the Self-Help Savings Group scheme, Special Central Assistance, the CCD/PVTG scheme, schemes under Article 275(1), and State Government sponsored schemes.
Which loan schemes does Shabari Corporation offer?: Shabari Corporation offers several loan schemes to Scheduled Tribe individuals: term loans for business, the Women's Empowerment scheme, the Self-Help Savings Group scheme, Special Central Assistance, the CCD/PVTG scheme, schemes under Article 275(1), and State Government sponsored schemes.
What is the NSTFDC loan scheme?: The NSTFDC (National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation) loan scheme provides financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe individuals to start a business — up to 90% of the total project cost, with the remainder contributed between Shabari Corporation and the beneficiary.
Which State Government sponsored loan schemes exist?: State Government sponsored schemes cover loans, training and financial assistance for business. Details are on Shabari Corporation's official website.
What is the Special Central Assistance scheme?: Special Central Assistance is run with Central Government funds to support Scheduled Tribe individuals — loans, grants and training for various businesses.
What is the CCD/PVTG scheme?: CCD (Critical Community Development) / PVTG (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups) is run specifically for the Katkari community — livelihood support through goat rearing, training, and veterinary services.
Which schemes exist under Article 275(1)?: Under Article 275(1), the Central Government grants funds to states for Scheduled Tribe development, covering education, health and infrastructure.
What is the process for applying for a loan?: Contact Shabari Corporation's branch offices for guidance, then submit an application with the documents required for the relevant loan scheme.
What are the loan repayment rules?: Repayment rules vary by scheme — for example, some provide for repayment over 5 years at a 4% interest rate. Check the guidelines for the specific scheme.
How does one pay a loan instalment online?: Go to the 'Online Loan Instalment Payment' section on Shabari Corporation's official website, fill in the required information, and make the payment.
Which documents are needed to get a loan?: Identity proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID); residence certificate; caste certificate; income certificate; bank account details; business plan (project report); other documents as required by the scheme.

FPO

What is an FPO?: FPO stands for Farmer Producer Organization — farmers coming together so member farmers' produce is collectively produced, processed, marketed and sold, getting a better price and higher income.
Which schemes does Shabari Corporation run for FPOs?: Shabari Corporation runs an FPO-formation scheme under CCD (Critical Community Development), forming FPOs to collectively market tribal farmers' produce.
How much funding is sanctioned for FPO projects?: Under the CCD scheme, ₹20 crore in total was sanctioned for 2019-20 to 2023-24, covering social mobilisation, training, travel, administrative costs, production units, and a revolving fund.
How many beneficiaries are involved in FPO projects?: The target is 500 farmers in year 1, 1,000 in year 2, 1,500 in year 3, 2,000 in year 4 and 3,000 in year 5 — 8,000 farmers in total.
Which districts are the FPO projects in?: Currently in the Kelapur (Pandharkawada), Ghatanji, and Zari Jamani blocks of Yavatmal district.
How do I apply for FPO projects?: Fill in the application form on Shabari Corporation's official website and submit it at the relevant branch office; the required document list is also on the website.
How much do women participate in FPO projects?: Special efforts increase women's participation — training, leadership development, and financial empowerment.
How much does the PVTG community participate in FPO projects?: FPO projects place particular emphasis on PVTG participation, with training, financial assistance, and marketing opportunities.
What training is given for FPO projects?: Production processes, marketing skills, financial management, and running an organisation.
What are some successful examples of FPO projects?: Some FPOs in Yavatmal district have successfully increased farmers' income by collectively marketing cotton, toor (pigeon pea), and soybean.

Training

Which training programmes does Shabari Corporation run?: Skill-development programmes for tribal youth including naturopathy, yoga teacher training, massage therapy, fitness training, and TATC (Treatment Assistance Training Course).
What is a training centre?: A place run by Shabari Corporation or its partners where trainees get skill-development training, with facilities, trained instructors, and course equipment.
Give information about the naturopathy centre.: Naturopathy centres train tribal young men and women in naturopathy techniques — diet, exercise, massage, and other natural treatment methods, under Shabari Corporation's guidance.
What is the Eklavya Kushal scheme?: An employment-oriented skill-development training scheme for tribal youth, designed around local needs, resources, and local employment/self-employment opportunities.
How do I apply for training?: Fill in the form on the official Eklavya Kushal website and submit it at the relevant training centre.
Is a scholarship available for training?: Yes — the amount and duration depend on the course. For example, the massage therapy course carries a ₹3,000/month scholarship for 3 months.

Shabari Naturals

What is Shabari Naturals?: An initiative of Shabari Adivasi Vitta va Vikas Mahamandal to create natural products from the tribal community's traditional knowledge, and provide economic opportunity through them.
What products does Shabari Naturals sell?: Various natural products, including Ayurvedic medicines, herbal cosmetics, and other natural-ingredient products.
Where are Shabari Naturals products available?: On their official website.
How do I buy Shabari Naturals products online?: Select products on Shabari Naturals' official website and buy them online.
Who makes Shabari Naturals products?: Women and youth from the tribal community, trained by Shabari Corporation.
When was the Shabari Naturals brand established?: In 2025.
What is Shabari Naturals' objective?: To use the tribal community's traditional knowledge to make natural products, creating opportunities for their economic advancement.
What kinds of products does Shabari Naturals have?: Herbal, Ayurvedic and natural-ingredient products — cosmetics, health products, and others.
How do I get in touch about selling Shabari Naturals products?: Use the contact information on Shabari Naturals' official website.
How do I become a sales partner for Shabari Naturals products?: Get in touch through the contact information on Shabari Naturals' official website.

Reports & Documents

Where is the annual report available?: In the 'Suo Motu Disclosure' section of Shabari Corporation's official website.
Where can I see the Board of Directors' minutes?: In the 'Suo Motu Disclosure' section of Shabari Corporation's website.
What is the Citizens' Charter?: The guarantee given to citizens about Shabari Corporation's services, available in the 'Suo Motu Disclosure' section of their website.
What is the Right to Public Services Act?: A Maharashtra Government law under which citizens have the right to receive various services within a set time period.
Where are important Government Resolutions available?: In the 'Suo Motu Disclosure' section of Shabari Corporation's website.
Where can I find information about MOUs?: In the 'Suo Motu Disclosure' section of Shabari Corporation's website.
Where can I see tender information?: In the 'Tenders' section of Shabari Corporation's website.
What is the Online Project Monitoring System?: Shabari Corporation's system for tracking and managing information about its various projects.
How do I use the online loan disbursement system?: Go to the 'Loan Disbursement System' section on Shabari Corporation's website and use the relevant link.
How do I use the online loan instalment repayment system?: Go to the 'Loan Instalment Repayment' section on the website, fill in the required information, and pay.

Contact & Other

How do I contact Shabari Corporation?: Fill in the contact form on their official website, or use the phone number/email given there.
What are Shabari Corporation's phone numbers?: Phone: 0253-2315860 (please check the website for the current number).
What is Shabari Corporation's email address?: Email: shabarinsk@gmail.com (please also check the website in case of a newer address).
What is Shabari Corporation's office address?: Shabari Adivasi Vitta va Vikas Mahamandal, 2nd Floor, Adivasi Vikas Bhavan, Gadkari Chowk, Nashik-422002.
What is Shabari Corporation's area of operation?: The entire state of Maharashtra, working for the development of all Scheduled Tribes in the state.
What are Shabari Corporation's social media links?: Facebook: facebook.com/shabari.mahamandal · Twitter: twitter.com/mahashabari · Instagram: instagram.com/shabari_tdc (check the official website — these change).
What is the link to Shabari Corporation's YouTube channel?: youtube.com/@SHABARIMAHAMANDALMAHARASHTRA
Where is Shabari Corporation's photo gallery?: In the 'Gallery' section of the website.
Where can Shabari Corporation's news be seen?: In the corporation's 'News and Events' or 'Latest Updates' section.
Where are Shabari Corporation's press releases available?: On Shabari Corporation's official website.

News

Where are press releases available?: In the 'Press Releases' section of the website.
What new schemes are there?: The corporation periodically launches new schemes covering agriculture, education, self-employment, and women's empowerment — check the website for current ones.
What new training programmes are there?: Entrepreneurship development for farmers and women, forest-produce processing, and handicrafts.
What new loan schemes are there?: Low-interest business loans, start-up funding, and schemes for women's savings groups.
What new FPO projects are there?: Agriculture-based producer-group projects such as beekeeping, forest medicinal produce, and spices.
What new Shabari Naturals products are there?: In 2025: a new herbal face wash, neem soap, natural hair oil, and perfume.
What new Government Resolutions are there?: Published in the 'Government Resolutions' section as they relate to the corporation's schemes.
What new tenders are there?: All current tenders are published in the 'Tenders' section.
What new MOUs are there?: The corporation signs MOUs with government bodies, private organisations and training centres — the list is on the website.
When was the new annual report published?: The 2024-25 annual report was published in April 2025 and is available on the website.
When were the new Board of Directors' minutes published?: In the first quarter of 2025.

Applications & Process

How do I apply for a loan?: Fill in the application form on the official website, or contact the relevant district office, submitting the required documents with the application.
How do I apply for training?: Fill in the form on Shabari Corporation's website, or contact the relevant training centre.
How do I apply for an FPO project?: Contact the relevant district office, or get information from the official website.
How do I apply for a Shabari Naturals partnership?: Fill in the form on the official website, or contact the relevant office.
What is the online application process?: Go to the official website, fill in the application form for the relevant scheme, and upload the required documents.
Which documents are required for the application?: Caste certificate; income certificate; age proof (school-leaving certificate); Aadhaar card; bank passbook; documents required for the business; three passport-size photographs.
How do I check my application status?: Contact the relevant district office, or log in on the official website.
How long does it take for an application to be approved?: It depends on the scheme and how complete the documents are — generally a few weeks.
What should I do if my application is rejected?: Contact the relevant office to learn the reason, make the necessary corrections, and reapply.
What eligibility is required for the application?: The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe; age 18 to 45; annual income limit ₹98,000 for rural areas and ₹1,20,000 for urban areas.

Beneficiaries & Community

What facilities do Scheduled Tribe individuals get?: Loan schemes, training programmes, FPO projects, and various kinds of financial assistance.
What schemes exist for women?: Under the Tribal Women's Empowerment scheme, women get a loan of up to ₹50,000 to start a business, at a 4% interest rate.
What training programmes exist for youth?: Naturopathy, yoga teacher training, fitness training, and pre-recruitment training for the armed forces.
What schemes exist for the elderly?: No specific scheme currently exists; some training programmes have an age limit of up to 45.
What schemes exist for the PVTG community?: Special schemes covering financial assistance, training, and FPO projects.
What facilities do persons with disabilities get?: They are encouraged to participate in general schemes; contact the relevant office if a specific scheme is available.
What schemes exist for farmers?: FPO projects, the Van Dhan scheme, and agriculture-based loan schemes.
What facilities exist for entrepreneurs?: Loan schemes, training programmes, and marketing assistance for starting a business.
What schemes exist for self-employment?: The Tribal Women's Empowerment scheme, savings-group loan schemes, and various training programmes.
What projects exist for community development?: The Van Dhan scheme, FPO projects, and various socio-economic initiatives.

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