NLM Sheep & Goat Farm Subsidy
By Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India
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Quick Answer
Up to 50% capital subsidy, maximum Rs. 50 lakh, for entrepreneurs setting up sheep or goat breeding units under the National Livestock Mission.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹50L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this subsidy
The National Livestock Mission's small ruminant component funds breed-development units in the sheep and goat sector. The Centre provides up to 50% of the project's capital cost as a subsidy, up to a ceiling of Rs. 50 lakh, released in two equal instalments.
The ceiling scales with the size of the breeding unit: Rs. 10 lakh for 100 females plus 5 males, Rs. 20 lakh for 200 females plus 10 males, Rs. 30 lakh for 300 plus 15, Rs. 40 lakh for 400 plus 20, and Rs. 50 lakh for a 500 female plus 25 male unit. Pick the unit size that matches your land, feed and market plan — the subsidy tracks it directly.
Individuals, Self Help Groups, Farmer Producer Organisations, Farmer Cooperatives, Joint Liability Groups and Section 8 companies can all apply through the NLM portal, with the balance of the project cost met from own funds 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
The Central Government provides up to 50% subsidy, up to Rs. 50 lakh, on the capital cost of the project. It is a capital subsidy released in two equal instalments. The ceiling depends on unit size — Rs. 10 lakh for a 100 female + 5 male unit, rising through Rs. 20 lakh, Rs. 30 lakh and Rs. 40 lakh to Rs. 50 lakh for a 500 female + 25 male unit.
- Disbursement
- Tranched
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
- 1
Choose unit size
Select the female/male flock size that matches your plan and 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.
- 4
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much subsidy can a goat or sheep farm get?
Up to 50% of the project's capital cost, subject to a maximum of Rs. 50 lakh.
Does the cap depend on herd size?
Yes. Rs. 10 lakh for 100 females + 5 males, Rs. 20 lakh for 200 + 10, Rs. 30 lakh for 300 + 15, Rs. 40 lakh for 400 + 20, and Rs. 50 lakh for 500 + 25.
How is the subsidy paid out?
As a capital subsidy in two equal instalments.
Who is eligible to apply?
Individuals, SHGs, FPOs, Farmer Cooperatives, JLGs and Section 8 companies.
Do I need to fund part of the project myself?
Yes — the subsidy covers up to half the capital cost, so the balance comes from your own contribution and bank finance.
Where is the application filed?
On the National Livestock Mission portal at nlm.udyamimitra.in.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
