Establishment of Entrepreneur for Breed Development in Small Ruminant Sector (Sheep and Goat Farming)
The scheme for the “Establishment of Entrepreneurs for Breed Development in the Small Ruminant Sector (Sheep and Goat Farming)” falls under the Sub-mission on Breed Development of Livestock and Poultry. The Entrepreneurs / Eligible Entities can establish sheep and goat breeding unit.
About This Scheme
Launched in the Financial Year 2014-15, the scheme “National Livestock Mission” by the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, aims towards employment generation, entrepreneurship development, increase in per animal productivity and thus targeting increased production of meat, goat milk, egg and wool. The excess production will help in the export earnings after meeting the domestic demands. The concept of the NLM Scheme is to develop the entrepreneur in order to create the forward and backward linkage for the produce available in the unorganized sector and to link with the organized sector.
“Establishment of Entrepreneur for Breed Development in Small Ruminant Sector (Sheep and Goat Farming)” is a component of the “Sub-mission on Breed Development of Livestock and Poultry” scheme of the National Livestock Mission. The objectives of this component are:
To develop entrepreneurs in the small ruminant sector.
To develop a sustainable business model on sheep-goat.
To incentivize individual entrepreneurs, FPOs, FCOs, SHGs, JLGs, and Section 8 companies for the development of an integrated rural sheep-goat production system.
Conversion of the small ruminant sector from unorganised sector to organised sector through promotion of entrepreneurship & investment and creation of forward & backward linkages.
Spreading awareness about scientific rearing practices, nutrition, disease prevention etc.
Promotion of stall feeding model of sheep and goat rearing.
The Entrepreneurs / Eligible Entities can establish sheep and goat breeding unit with a minimum of 500 females and 25 males. The sheep and goat unit to be established with the High Genetic Variety used for producing Goat milk, meat and fine wool quality. The breed of sheep and goat can be selected from the list provided with this guideline or in consultation with the State Government.
Benefits
CAPITAL SUBSIDY STRUCTURE
Maximum capital subsidy of Rs. 50 lakh offered, split into two equal instalments.
Subsidy is specifically for capital expenditure, not operational costs.
Instalments are released through SIDBI based on project milestones.
DISBURSEMENT PROCESS FOR BANK-FINANCED PROJECTS
First instalment released after bank provides initial loan and SIA confirmation.
Second instalment provided after project completion and SIA certification.
SIDBI manages fund transfer through scheduled banks/financial institutions.
SELF-FINANCING PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Project requires bank appraisal where entrepreneur holds account.
First 50% subsidy released after verified 25% infrastructure expenditure.
Remaining subsidy provided post-project completion and SIA verification.
BANK GUARANTEE SPECIFICATIONS
Three-year bank guarantee required for self-financing projects.
Guarantee must cover project cost beyond subsidy amount.
Original document held by State Implementing Agency with copies for online portal.
EXCLUSIONS FROM SUBSIDY
Subsidy not applicable for working capital needs.
Personal vehicles and land purchase not covered.
Rental and lease costs ineligible for subsidy support.
Eligibility Criteria
Individuals
Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
Farmer Cooperatives (FCOs)
Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
Joint Liability Groups (JLGs)
Section 8 Companies
Application Process
Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the
Official Website
of “National Livestock Mission” and click “
Apply Here
“.
Step 2: The following methods of Logging In will be displayed:
Login as Entrepreneur
Login as Government / Other Agencies
Login as Research & Innovation
Login to the website using your preferred method.
Step 3: On the next page, verify your Mobile Number via OTP. You will be taken to the Online Application Form.
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: Agree to the “Declaration & Authorization” by ticking the checkbox. Provide the Date & Place, and finally click “Submit”.
Post-Application Processes
Step 1: Screening of application by State Implementing Agency (SIA)
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 2: Loan sanction by Lender
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 3: Recommendation from State Level Executive Committee (SLEC)
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 4: Approval of subsidy by DAHD
DAHD will approve the subsidy and will mark the approval of the same on portal.
Step 5: Disbursement and release of subsidy
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.
Track Application Status
You can check your application status from the “TRACK STATUS” tab available in the upper right corner of the portal
Help and Support
If you encounter any issues or have questions, visit the “
Contact Us
” page.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
CAPITAL SUBSIDY STRUCTURE
Maximum capital subsidy of Rs. 50 lakh offered, split into two equal instalments.
Subsidy is specifically for capital expenditure, not operational costs.
Instalments are released through SIDBI based on project milestones.
DISBURSEMENT PROCESS FOR BANK-FINANCED PROJECTS
First instalment released after bank provides initial loan and SIA confirmation.
Second instalment provided after project completion and SIA certification.
SIDBI manages fund transfer through scheduled banks/financial institutions.
SELF-FINANCING PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Project requires bank appraisal where entrepreneur holds account.
First 50% subsidy released after verified 25% infrastructure expenditure.
Remaining subsidy provided post-project completion and SIA verification.
BANK GUARANTEE SPECIFICATIONS
Three-year bank guarantee required for self-financing projects.
Guarantee must cover project cost beyond subsidy amount.
Original document held by State Implementing Agency with copies for online portal.
EXCLUSIONS FROM SUBSIDY
Subsidy not applicable for working capital needs.
Personal vehicles and land purchase not covered.
Rental and lease costs ineligible for subsidy support.
Application Process
Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
of "National Livestock Mission" and click "Apply Here
".
Step 2: The following methods of Logging In will be displayed:
Login as Entrepreneur
Login as Government / Other Agencies
Login as Research & Innovation
Login to the website using your preferred method.
Step 3: On the next page, verify your Mobile Number via OTP. You will be taken to the Online Application Form.
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: Agree to the "Declaration & Authorization" by ticking the checkbox. Provide the Date & Place, and finally click "Submit".
Post-Application Processes
Step 1: Screening of application by State Implementing Agency (SIA)
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 2: Loan sanction by Lender
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 3: Recommendation from State Level Executive Committee (SLEC)
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 4: Approval of subsidy by DAHD
DAHD will approve the subsidy and will mark the approval of the same on portal.
Step 5: Disbursement and release of subsidy
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.
Track Application Status
You can check your application status from the "TRACK STATUS" tab available in the upper right corner of the portal
Help and Support
If you encounter any issues or have questions, visit the "Contact Us
" page.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Establishment of Entrepreneur for Breed Development in Small Ruminant Sector (Sheep and Goat Farming) |
| Short Title | EEBDSRS |
| Level | Central |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Ministry | Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying |
| Categories | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| States | All India |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Rural |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
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