Meghalaya Poultry Farming Scheme

Description
The Chief Minister’s CM-ELEVATE Program includes the Meghalaya Poultry Farming Scheme under the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya. The scheme aims to employ, engage, and empower the youth and rural communities by promoting poultry entrepreneurship through easy access to credit and subsidies.

Exclusions
• **Individuals**
• **Applications shall not be ordinarily considered for the following**
• A) Following individuals (currently employed as full-fledged or contractual, or retired and drawing pension) and their Immediate family members which includes spouse, parents, and children up to the age of 30
• i. State and Central Government employees
• ii. Employees of public sector undertakings, subsidiaries of public sector undertakings and divisions of public sector undertakings etc.
• iii. Any individual whose job is concerned with politics such MLAs, MLCs, MPs etc. or seeking to hold a similar position in government
• iv. Registered class-1 contractors
• v. Consultants who are currently engaged with state or central government
• B) Only one member from a family is eligible for the scheme.
• C) Pressure groups and organizations that are primarily political in nature
• **Registered Entities**
• **Applications shall not be ordinarily considered for the following:**
• A) Only one member from a family is eligible for the scheme.
• B) Pressure groups and organizations that are primarily political in nature
• C) Following individuals (currently employed as full-fledged or contractual, or retired and drawing pension) and their Immediate family members which includes spouse, parents, and children up to the age of 30
• i. State and Central Government employees
• ii. Employees of public sector undertakings, subsidiaries of public sector undertakings and divisions of public sector undertakings etc.
• iii. Any individual whose job is concerned with politics such MLAs, MLCs, MPs etc. or seeking to hold a similar position in government
• iv. Registered class-1 contractors
• v. Consultants who are currently engaged with state or central government
• **Unregistered Entities**
• **Applications shall not be ordinarily considered for the following**
• A) Only one member from a family is eligible for the scheme.
• B) Pressure groups and organizations that are primarily political in nature
• C) Following individuals (currently employed as full-fledged or contractual, or retired and drawing pension) and their Immediate family members which includes spouse, parents, and children up to the age of 30
• i. State and Central Government employees
• ii. Employees of public sector undertakings, subsidiaries of public sector undertakings and divisions of public sector undertakings etc.
• iii. Any individual whose job is concerned with politics such MLAs, MLCs, MPs etc. or seeking to hold a similar position in government
• iv. Registered class-1 contractors
• v. Consultants who are currently engaged with state or central government
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Benefits
• 50% of project cost supported (5% by applicant, 45% by Government)
• 5% EMI co-payment support for 24 months
• Credit linkage through partnered banks
• Technical training and capacity building
• Veterinary and farm management support
• Market linkage for selling output
• Mentorship and business advisory

Eligibility Criteria
1. **Individuals**
2. The applicant should be between 18 and 58 years of age.
3. The entrepreneur should possess land, either self-owned or on lease, verified by the competent authority.
4. The entrepreneur should possess a training certificate on the sector applied for from a recognized Institution, preferably from a Government Institute.
5. The Preference for availing loans will be given to entrepreneurs and entities with prior experience of undertaking Poultry.
6. The entrepreneur should have access to adequate and quality feed for the birds.
7. The entrepreneur should have a vaccination Scheme in place for the birds.
8. The entrepreneur should have a plan for marketing the poulty and their products.
9. The entrepreneurs village should be in an area where poultry farming is feasible.
10. The distance between the entrepreneur’s village and the nearest market must be reasonable.
11. The entrepreneur should not be a credit defaulter from any bank.
12. **Registered Entities**
13. Any group/entity registered in Meghalaya such as Cooperatives, Farmer Producer Companies (FPC), Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) and so on
14. Must provide an Incorporation Certificate or a registration certificate whichever is applicable
15. At least two members should possess a training certificate on the sector applied for from a recognized institution, preferably from a government institute
16. Should possess land, either self-owned or on lease, verified by the competent authority
17. Should possess a training certificate on the sector applied for from a recognized Institution, preferably from a Government Institute
18. Preference for availing loans will be given to entrepreneurs and entities with prior experience of undertaking Poultry.
19. The entrepreneur should have access to adequate and quality feed for the birds.
20. The entrepreneur should have a vaccination Scheme in place for the birds.
21. The entrepreneur should have a plan for marketing the poultry &amp; their products
22. The entrepreneurs village should be in an area where poultry farming is feasible
23. The distance between the entrepreneur’s village and the nearest market must be reasonable
24. The entrepreneur should not be a credit defaulter from any bank
25. **Unregistered Entities**
26. Traditional institutions, self help groups, producer groups and soon Eligibility certification from competent government authority like BDO/SDO/Department in case of Producer group from DPMs.
27. The non-registered entity should have a constitution/bylaws/framework that outline the groups structure, objectives, and procedures.
28. Should possess land, either self-owned or on lease, verified by the competent authority
29. Should possess a training certificate on the sector applied for from a recognized Institution, preferably from a Government Institute
30. Preference for availing loans will be given to entrepreneurs and entities with prior experience of undertaking Poultry
31. The entrepreneur should have access to adequate and quality feed for the birds
32. The entrepreneur should have a vaccination Scheme in place for the birds
33. The entrepreneur should have a plan for marketing the poultry &amp; their products.
34. The entrepreneurs village must be in an area where poultry farming is feasible
35. The distance between the entrepreneurs village and the nearest market must be reasonable
36. The entrepreneur should not be a credit defaulter from any bank.
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Application Process
Step 1: Citizen Registration for Member ID
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Citizen Registration for Member ID

Step 2: Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
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Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.

Step 3: Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
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Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.

Step 4: Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
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PDS (Ration Card)
Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).

Step 5: Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
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Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.

Step 6: Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
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Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.

Step 7: Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
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Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.

Step 8: Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
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Sign In

Step 9: Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
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Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.

Step 10: Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
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Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.

Step 11: Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
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Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.

Step 12: Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
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Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”

Required Documents
• Proof of Address of Applicant (Voter ID/Passport/Driving License)
• PAN Card
• Latest Bank Statement (Last 6 months)
• Ration Card
• Training certificate
• Land ownership or notarized lease certificate (if applicable)Download
• Self Declaration Download
• GST Certificate (if available)
• Incorporation Certificate or Registration Certificate
• Proof of Address of Applicant (Voter ID / Passport / Driving License)
• PAN Card
• Training certificates for at least 2 members
• Latest Bank Statement (Last 6 months)
• Self Declaration Download
• Land ownership or notarized lease certificate (if applicable) Download
• Proof of Address of Applicant (Voter ID / Passport / Driving License)
• PAN Card
• Latest Bank Statement (Last 6 months)
• Ration Card of Applicant
• Training certificates for at least 2 members
• Self Declaration Download
• Land ownership or notarized lease certificate (if applicable) Download

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Meghalaya Poultry Farming Scheme?
A: It is a livelihood initiative under the CM-ELEVATE Program aimed at promoting poultry entrepreneurship among youth and rural communities through credit linkage and government subsidy support.
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Q: Is there any EMI support?
A: Yes. The Government provides 5% EMI co-payment support for 24 months.
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Q: How is the loan arranged?
A: Credit linkage is facilitated through partnered banks under the scheme.
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Q: Who can apply for the scheme?
A: Individuals (18–58 years), registered entities (Cooperatives, FPCs, FPOs, etc.), and eligible unregistered groups such as SHGs and traditional institutions can apply.
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Q: What is the age limit for individual applicants?
A: Applicants must be between 18 and 58 years.
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Q: Is land ownership mandatory?
A: Yes. Applicants must possess land (self-owned or leased), verified by a competent authority.
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Q: Is training required before applying?
A: Yes. Applicants must have a training certificate in poultry farming from a recognized institution, preferably a Government institute.
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Q: Is prior experience in poultry farming necessary?
A: While not mandatory, preference is given to applicants with prior poultry experience.
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Q: Is market support available?
A: Yes. The scheme provides market linkage support for selling poultry and poultry products.
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Q: Can more than one member of a family apply?
A: No. Only one member per family is eligible under the scheme.
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Q: Are political organizations eligible?
A: No. Pressure groups and organizations primarily political in nature are not eligible.
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Q: Is location important for eligibility?
A: Yes. The village must be suitable for poultry farming and reasonably close to a market.
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