NLM Horse & Camel Farm Subsidy
By Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India
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Quick Answer
One-time 50% capital subsidy up to Rs. 50 lakh for entrepreneurs setting up indigenous horse, donkey or camel breeder farms.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹50L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this subsidy
This National Livestock Mission component backs entrepreneurs conserving and breeding India's indigenous equines and camels. The Centre pays a one-time 50% capital subsidy on the total project cost, up to Rs. 50 lakh per unit.
The ceiling is set per unit type: Rs. 50 lakh for a horse unit of 10 mares/broodmares plus 2 stallions, Rs. 50 lakh for a donkey unit of 50 females plus 5 males, and for camels Rs. 3 lakh for a 10 female + 1 male pastoral unit, Rs. 5 lakh for a 10 female + 1 male unit, Rs. 25 lakh for 50 females + 5 males and Rs. 50 lakh for 100 females + 10 males.
Individuals, SHGs, FPOs, Farmer Cooperatives, JLGs and Section 8 companies apply on the NLM portal; the remaining project cost comes from own contribution and bank finance.
Eligibility
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Subsidy providers
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) is one of the departments of the Government of India's Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying. It is based at Krishi Bhawan in New Delhi. For founders, its relevance is a set of schemes that help entrepreneurs…
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- Amount
- Up to ₹50L
What You Get
A one-time 50% capital subsidy of the total project cost is provided, with a maximum subsidy of up to Rs. 50 lakh for each unit. Per-unit caps apply by species and herd size — Rs. 50 lakh for a 10 mare + 2 stallion horse unit or a 50 female + 5 male donkey unit, and Rs. 3 lakh, Rs. 5 lakh, Rs. 25 lakh or Rs. 50 lakh for camel units depending on size.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
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Choose species and unit size
Fix the herd composition, which determines the subsidy ceiling.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
- 2
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much subsidy is available for a breeder farm?
A one-time 50% capital subsidy of the total project cost, up to a maximum of Rs. 50 lakh for each unit.
What are the caps for camel units?
Rs. 3 lakh for 10 females + 1 male (pastoral), Rs. 5 lakh for 10 females + 1 male, Rs. 25 lakh for 50 females + 5 males and Rs. 50 lakh for 100 females + 10 males.
What about horse and donkey units?
Rs. 50 lakh for a 10 mare/broodmare + 2 stallion horse unit and Rs. 50 lakh for a 50 female + 5 male donkey unit.
Who can apply?
Individuals, SHGs, FPOs, Farmer Cooperatives, JLGs and Section 8 companies.
Is the subsidy repayable?
No — it is a one-time capital subsidy, not a loan.
Where do I apply?
On the National Livestock Mission portal at nlm.udyamimitra.in.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
