NLM Piggery Capital 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. 30 lakh for entrepreneurs setting up a piggery farm under the National Livestock Mission.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹30L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this subsidy
The National Livestock Mission's piggery entrepreneurship component funds half the capital cost of a new pig breeding farm, with a one-time subsidy capped at Rs. 30 lakh per unit.
The ceiling scales with herd size: Rs. 15 lakh for a unit of 50 sows plus 5 boars, and Rs. 30 lakh for 100 sows plus 10 boars. Individuals, Self Help Groups, Farmer Producer Organisations, Farmer Cooperatives, Joint Liability Groups and Section 8 companies are all eligible to apply.
The subsidy covers up to 50% of project cost; the balance is met from own contribution and bank finance. Proposals are filed on the NLM portal and appraised by the State Implementing Agency before central sanction.
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 ₹30L
What You Get
A one-time 50% capital subsidy of the total project cost is provided, with a maximum subsidy of up to Rs. 30 lakhs for each unit, subject to the scheme guidelines. Per-unit caps are Rs. 15 lakh for a 50 sow + 5 boar unit and Rs. 30 lakh for a 100 sow + 10 boar unit. The subsidy is not repayable and takes no equity.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
- 1
Fix herd size
Choose a 50 sow or 100 sow unit, which sets 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.
- 3
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 does a piggery farm get?
A one-time 50% capital subsidy of the total project cost, up to a maximum of Rs. 30 lakhs for each unit.
Do the caps vary by herd size?
Yes — Rs. 15 lakh for 50 sows + 5 boars and Rs. 30 lakh for 100 sows + 10 boars.
Who is eligible?
Individuals, SHGs, FPOs, Farmer Cooperatives, JLGs and Section 8 companies.
Is the subsidy repayable?
No. It is a capital subsidy, not a loan, and takes no equity.
How is the rest of the project funded?
Through the entrepreneur's own contribution and bank finance, since the subsidy covers only half the project cost.
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.
