National Livestock Mission: Establishment of Entrepreneurship for Breed Development of Rural Poultry 2026 – 50% Capital Subsidy up to ₹25 lakhs
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Quick answer
The scheme offers a one‑time 50% capital subsidy, capped at ₹25 lakhs, for setting up Parent Farm, Rural Hatchery or Brooder‑cum‑Mother Unit with at least 1,000 parent layers. Eligible applicants are individuals, SHGs, FPOs, FCOs, JLGs and Section 8 companies who can arrange the remaining project cost through bank loan, financial institution or self‑financing. Applications are submitted online via the National Livestock Mission portal (nlm.udyamimitra.in).
At a glance
| Main benefit | 50% Capital Subsidy up to ₹25 lakhs |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Establishment of Entrepreneurship for Breed Development of Rural Poultry is a component of the Sub‑Mission on Breed Development of Livestock and Poultry under the National Livestock Mission (NLM). Implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, it aims to bring unorganized rural poultry farming into the organized sector, promote sustainable entrepreneurship, establish forward‑backward linkages and popularise low‑cost feeding alternatives.
Benefits
- One‑time 50% capital subsidy of total project cost, maximum subsidy ₹25 lakhs per unit
- Subsidy released in two equal instalments through SIDBI after loan disbursement and project completion
- For self‑financed projects, subsidy released after 25% expenditure verification and bank guarantee
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant can be an individual, Self Help Group (SHG), Farmers Producer Organization (FPO), Farmers Cooperative (FCO), Joint Liability Group (JLG) or Section 8 company
- Must establish Parent Farm, Rural Hatchery or Brooder‑cum‑Mother Unit with minimum 1,000 parent layers
- Must arrange remaining project cost through bank loan, financial institution or self‑financing
- Birds must be Low Input Technology Birds or sustainable free‑range birds
- Applicant must have training/experience or technical experts in poultry management
- Must have sanctioned loan and bank guarantee from scheduled bank (if applicable)
- Must own or lease land for the project
- Must have all KYC documents
Who cannot apply
- No subsidy for working capital, personal vehicles, land purchase, rent or lease costs
Documents required
- Detailed project report (DPR) with cost, means of finance, recurring cost, net income
- Land document (ownership/lease deed/rent agreement)
- Photographs of project site
- Documentary proof of applicant’s share in the project
- List of linked farmers with Name, Aadhar, Mobile, Address
- PAN card
- GST registration certificate
- Certificate of Incorporation (for company)
- Partnership deed (for partnership firm)
- Address proof (Election ID, electricity/water/telephone bill, passbook, rent agreement)
- Last three years audited annual financial statements (if applicable)
- Last three years income tax returns (if applicable)
- Bank statement for last six months
- Canceled cheque with bank mandate form
- PAN card of key promoter
- Aadhar card of key promoter
- Address proof of key promoter
- Photograph of key promoter
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Education certificates
- Training certificates
- Experience letter/certificate in livestock farming
How to apply
- 1Visit the National Livestock Mission official website at https://nlm.udyamimitra.in/
- 2Click ‘Apply Here’ and choose login type (Entrepreneur, Government/Agencies, Research & Innovation)
- 3Enter mobile number and verify via OTP to reach the online application form
- 4Fill all mandatory fields and upload required documents in prescribed format and size
- 5Tick the Declaration & Authorization checkbox, provide date and place, then click Submit
- 6After submission, State Implementing Agency screens the application and recommends financing
- 7Bank or financial institution sanctions loan and uploads sanction letter on the portal
- 8State Level Executive Committee recommends the application to Central Government
- 9Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying approves subsidy and marks approval on portal
- 10Lender disburses loan; SIDBI releases subsidy in two instalments as per terms
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the National Livestock Mission Entrepreneurship for Breed Development of Rural Poultry scheme?+
Individuals, Self Help Groups (SHGs), Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs), Farmers Cooperatives (FCOs), Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) and Section 8 companies can apply.
What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?+
A one‑time 50% capital subsidy of the total project cost, with a maximum subsidy of ₹25 lakhs per unit.
How is the subsidy disbursed?+
For bank‑financed projects, the subsidy is released in two equal instalments—first after loan disbursement and confirmation, and second after project completion and verification by the State Implementing Agency.
Can self‑financed projects avail the subsidy?+
Yes, self‑financed projects are eligible, but the applicant must provide a bank guarantee valid for three years for the remaining project cost beyond the subsidy amount.
What type of poultry birds are allowed under the scheme?+
Only Low Input Technology Birds or birds that can be sustained in a free‑range management system are permitted.
What are the essential project components covered?+
Parent Farm, Rural Hatchery and Brooder‑cum‑Mother Unit, each with a minimum of 1,000 parent layers.
Where can I apply for this scheme?+
Applications must be submitted through the National Livestock Mission online portal at https://nlm.udyamimitra.in/.
What expenses are not covered by the subsidy?+
The subsidy does not cover working capital, personal vehicles, land purchase, rent or lease costs.
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