National Livestock Mission: Establishment of Entrepreneurship for Breed Development of Rural Poultry

Description
The "Establishment of Entrepreneurship for Breed Development of Rural Poultry" is a component under the Sub-Mission on Breed Development of Livestock and Poultry, part of the National Livestock Mission NLM . This initiative is introduced by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India. Under this scheme, the Entrepreneurship will be developed by inviting the individual, Self Help Group SHG /Framers Producer Organizations FPO /Farmers Cooperatives FCOs /Joint Liability Groups JLGs and Section 8 companies for establishment of Parent Farm, Rural Hatchery, brooder cum mother unit for Production of Hatching Eggs, and Chicks and rearing of the said chick upto four weeks in the mother unit. Emphasis will be given to those entrepreneurs who will be able to establish forward and backward linkage Hub and Spoke . The scheme is implemented by State Implementing Agency and Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India. Objectives: - Bringing unorganized rural poultry farming into the organized sector. - Promoting entrepreneurship in rural poultry farming sustainably. - Establishing forward and backward linkages. - Popularizing non-conventional, low-cost feeding alternatives.

Exclusions
• No subsidy will be provided for working capital, personal vehicles, land purchase, rent, or lease costs.

Benefits
• Financial Assistance:

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be an individual, Self Help Group (SHG), Farmers Producer Organization (FPO), Farmers Cooperative (FCO), Joint Liability Group (JLG), or a Section 8 company.
2. The applicant should establish a Parent Farm, Rural Hatchery, or Brooder cum Mother Unit with at least 1,000 parent layers.
3. The applicant should arrange the remaining project cost through bank loans, financial institutions, or self-financing.
4. The bird maintained in the parent farm should be of Low Input Technology Birds or any sustainable bird for free-range management.
5. **Note 1:** Central Poultry Development Organizations, Central Avian Research Institutions, Directorate of Poultry Research and State Veterinary Universities and other private organizations with certificates of guaranteed production will be eligible to supply birds to the entrepreneurs. Necessary Technical specifications for birds will be issued separately. A list of Low input technology birds is at [Annexure VI](https://www.dahd.gov.in/sites/default/files/2023-11/NLMGuidelinesFinalApprovedByEC.pdf).
6. **Note 2:** No subsidy will be provided for working capital, personal vehicle, purchase of land, cost for rent and lease of land.
7. ***Essential requirements of beneficiaries to avail benefit under the submission:***
8. Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities either have obtained training or have trained experts or have sufficient experience in the relevant field in managing and running the project or have technical experts with sufficient experience in the relevant field of managing and running the project.
9. The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities have got the sanction loan for project by the bank or financial institutions furnished bank guarantee from scheduled bank along with appraisal of project for its validity by bank where it is holding the account.
10. The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities should have own land or lease land where the project will be established.
11. The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities have all the relevant documents for KYC.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of "National Livestock Mission" and click "Apply Here".
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Step 1: Visit the Official Website of "National Livestock Mission" and click "Apply Here".

Step 2: Step 2: The following methods of Logging In will be displayed:
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Login as Entrepreneur
Login as Government / Other Agencies
Login as Research & Innovation
Login to the website using your preferred method.

Step 3: Step 3: On the next page, verify your Mobile Number via OTP. You will be taken to the Online Application Form.
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Step 3: On the next page, verify your Mobile Number via OTP. You will be taken to the Online Application Form.

Step 4: Step 4: In the form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.
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Step 4: In the form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.

Step 5: Step 5: Agree to the "Declaration & Authorization" by ticking the checkbox. Provide the Date & Place, and finally click "Submit".
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Step 5: Agree to the "Declaration & Authorization" by ticking the checkbox. Provide the Date & Place, and finally click "Submit".

Step 6: Step 1: Screening of application by State Implementing Agency (SIA)
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SIA will scrutinize the submitted application and will recommend the application of the entrepreneurs/ eligible entities to avail balance financing for the project through scheduled banks or financial institutions like National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) etc.

Step 7: Step 2: Loan sanction by Lender
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After the recommendation of the project by SIA, the same will be considered by the bank or financial institutions for financing. Lender will pick the application along with all the documents from the portal and will approve the loan after examining the project/ documents submitted by applicant and completing their internal deligent process. After sanctioning the loan, Lender will upload sanction letter on the portal.

Step 8: Step 3: Recommendation from State Level Executive Committee (SLEC)
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Once the bank or financial institution sanction the project, SIA shall place the same in SLEC for recommending the application to the Central Government (Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying).

Step 9: Step 4: Approval of subsidy by DAHD
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DAHD will approve the subsidy and will mark the approval of the same on portal.

Step 10: Step 5: Disbursement and release of subsidy
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After compliance of terms and conditions mentioned in the sanction letter, lender will disburse the loan amount to the beneficiary. fund the subsidy amount for the approved projects through Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to the lending Bank or financial institutions as the case may be to release the subsidy to Beneficiaries.

Required Documents
• Detailed project report (DPR) including cost of project, means of finance, recurring cost, net income etc.
• Land document (Ownership / Lease deed/ Rent Agreement etc.)
• Photographs of project site
• Documentary proof of applicant’s share in the project
• List of farmers linked/attached with applicant comprising Name, Aadhar Number, Mobile No. and Address
• PAN card
• GST registration certificate
• Certificate of Incorporation (In case of company)
• Partnership Deed (In case of partnership firm)
• Address Proof (Election Commission Photo ID card, Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Telephone Bill, Passbook, rent agreement etc.)
• 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 along with bank mandate form
• PAN Card
• Aadhar Card
• Address Proof (Election Commission Photo ID card, Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Telephone Bill, Passbook, rent agreement etc.)
• Photograph
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• Education certificates
• Training certificates
• Experience letter/ certificate about any livestock farming activities done earlier

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Individuals, Self Help Groups (SHGs), Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs), Farmers Cooperatives (FCOs), Joint Liability Groups (JLGs), and Section 8 companies can apply.

Q: How is the subsidy disbursed?
A: For bank-financed projects, the subsidy is released in two installments—first after the loan disbursement and confirmation, and second after project completion and verification.

Q: Is the scheme available for self-financed projects?
A: Yes, self-financed projects are eligible, but applicants must provide a bank guarantee valid for three years for the remaining project cost beyond the subsidy amount.

Q: What kind of poultry can be reared under this scheme?
A: Only Low Input Technology Birds or those that can be sustained in a free-range management system are permitted.

Q: What are the essential project components covered under this scheme?
A: Parent Farms, Rural Hatcheries, and Brooder cum Mother Units with a minimum of 1,000 parent layers are covered.

Q: How long does it take for the second installment of the subsidy to be released?
A: The second instalment is released after project completion and verification by the State Implementing Agency.

Q: Who verifies the project for subsidy disbursement?
A: The State Implementing Agency verifies the project and confirms eligibility for the second instalment of the subsidy.

Q: Can private organizations supply birds for the scheme?
A: Yes, private organizations with certificates of guaranteed production, along with designated research institutions, can supply birds.

Q: What documents are required for application?
A: Applicants must provide identity proof, address proof, business entity registration, a detailed project report, bank loan approval (if applicable), a bank guarantee (for self-financing), and a declaration form.

Q: Can an applicant avail of this subsidy multiple times?
A: The guidelines do not specify multiple availments; applicants should check with the State Implementing Agency for clarification.

Q: Where can one apply for this scheme?
A: Applications must be submitted through the designated online portal or the relevant State Implementing Agency.

Q: What expenses are not covered under the subsidy?
A: The subsidy does not cover working capital, personal vehicles, land purchase, rent, or lease costs.