National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur

Description
The "Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur" is a scheme implemented under the Sub-mission on Breed Development of Livestock and Poultry, which is a component 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, a one-time capital subsidy of up to ₹30 lakh is provided to entrepreneurs, Self Help Groups SHGs , Farmers Producer Organizations FPOs , Farmers Cooperatives FCOs , Joint Liability Groups JLGs , and Section 8 companies for the establishment of breeder farms. The scheme is implemented by the State Implementing Agency of the State Animal Husbandry Department under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying MoFAHD , Government of India. Objectives: - Promotion of entrepreneurship & investment and creation of forward & backward linkages in the sector improvement of per animal productivity of pig population of the country through genetic upgradation. - To substitute import dependency in pork and start export of pork and pork products. - Spreading awareness about scientific rearing practices, nutrition, disease prevention etc.

Benefits
• 1. Capital Subsidy:

Eligibility Criteria
1. **General Eligibility:**
2. The applicant should be an Individual Entrepreneur, Self Help Group (SHG), Farmers Producer Organization (FPO), Farmers Cooperative (FCO), Joint Liability Group (JLG), or Section 8 Company.
3. The applicant should be interested in setting up a breeder farm with at least 100 sows and 25 boars.
4. The applicant should obtain breeding animals from Central/State Government farms, universities, or local farmers with high genetic merit.
5. The applicant should arrange the remaining funds through a bank loan, financial institution loan, or self-financing.
6. **Essential requirements of beneficiaries to avail benefit under the submission:**
7. - 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.
8. - 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.
9. - The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities should have own land or lease land where the project will be established.
10. - The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities have all the relevant documents for KYC.
11. **Notes:**
12. The applicant should not seek subsidy for land purchase, rent, lease, working capital, or personal vehicles.
13. In case of self-financing mode, the applicant must submit a Bank Guarantee valid for three years for the remaining project cost.
14. The project should be appraised by a bank where the entrepreneur holds an account.
15. The State Implementing Agency will monitor the project's progress for two years.

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: What is this scheme, and how can it help me as a pig farmer?
A: This scheme provides financial assistance to entrepreneurs in pig farming by offering a 50% capital subsidy (up to [?]30 lakh) for setting up a breeder farm. It aims to improve pig productivity, reduce pork imports, and promote scientific rearing practices.

Q: How much financial assistance will I receive?
A: The government provides 50% of the total project cost, up to a maximum of [?]30 lakh, as a one-time capital subsidy. The remaining amount must be arranged through a bank loan, financial institution, or self-financing.

Q: Will I get the subsidy amount directly in my bank account?
A: No, the subsidy is released in two instalments through SIDBI to the lending bank or financial institution. The first instalment is given after loan disbursement, and the second is released after project completion and verification.

Q: How much financial assistance will I receive?
A: The government provides 50% of the total project cost, up to a maximum of [?]30 lakh, as a one-time capital subsidy. The remaining amount must be arranged through a bank loan, financial institution, or self-financing.

Q: Will I get the subsidy amount directly in my bank account?
A: No, the subsidy is released in two instalments through SIDBI to the lending bank or financial institution. The first instalment is given after loan disbursement, and the second is released after project completion and verification.

Q: What are the conditions for setting up a pig breeding farm?
A: You must establish a breeder farm with at least 100 sows and 25 boars, sourced from government farms, university farms, or local farmers with high genetic merit.

Q: What happens if I don’t complete the project?
A: If the project is not completed as per guidelines, the second instalment of the subsidy will not be released. For self-financed projects, the bank guarantee may be invoked.

Q: Can I avail of this subsidy without taking a loan?
A: Yes, but if you are self-financing, your project must be appraised by a bank, and you must provide a bank guarantee for the remaining project cost beyond the subsidy amount.

Q: How long will my project be monitored after receiving the subsidy?
A: The State Implementing Agency will monitor the project for two years to ensure proper implementation.

Q: When will I receive the first installment of the subsidy?
A: The first instalment is released after your loan is sanctioned and disbursed by the bank, and the State Implementing Agency confirms it.

Q: Are there any additional requirements for self-financing applicants?
A: Yes, self-financing applicants must spend at least 25% of the project cost on infrastructure before receiving the first instalment and submit a bank guarantee valid for three years.

Q: Who do I contact for more details or assistance?
A: You should contact the State Implementing Agency of your State Animal Husbandry Department under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying for application procedures and support.

Q: What kind of equipment and infrastructure are covered under the scheme?
A: The subsidy supports housing, breeding stock, transportation, insurance, and essential equipment/machinery. A detailed list of eligible equipment is provided in the scheme guidelines.