What you get
Financial Assistance under the Scheme: | Establishment of 10+1 Piggery units: | - 25% subsidy on the cost of livestock which has been availed as a loan by the beneficiary for the establishment of a 10+1 Piggery unit. | - A maximum amount of ₹25,000/- could be provided as financial assistance in form of a subsidy. | Establishment of 15+1 Sheep/Goat units: | - 25 % subsidy on the cost of livestock which has been availed as a loan by the beneficiary for establishment of 15+1 Sheep/Goat unit. | - A maximum amount of ₹24,500/- could be provided as financial assistance in form of a subsidy. | Note 1: The financial assistance will be provided by the Government in the form of a subsidy after three months of establishment of the unit and tagging or loan disbursement by the bank whichever is later, subject to verification of the unit by the concerned Veterinary Surgeon. | Note 2: The financial assistance may be delayed due to non-availability of the budget or any other unforeseen circumstances. | Note 3: The subsidy will be provided in the Loan account of the beneficiary. | Financial Assistance for Livestock Insurance under the Scheme: | - If any Livestock Insurance Scheme is operational by the Department or Haryana Livestock Development Board then the insurance of animals purchased for the establishment of a unit is to be covered under that Scheme, wherever permissible. | - However, if no Livestock Insurance Scheme is operational then the Beneficiary/Bank would have to arrange for the insurance of the animals at their own.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the primary objective of the scheme?
The primary objective is to provide self-employment opportunities to unemployed persons by assisting them in establishing Sheep, Goat, or Piggery units.
What kind of units can be established under this scheme?
Under this scheme, beneficiaries can establish Sheep/Goat units (15 female + 1 male) or Piggery units (10 female + 1 male).
What are the medium-term objectives of the scheme?
The medium-term objectives are to provide self-employment, socio-economic security to weaker sections/Antyodaya families, and increase wool, meat, and pork production in the state.
What are the long-term objectives of the scheme?
The long-term objectives include creating employment opportunities through Animal Husbandry, increasing wool, meat, and pork production, and upgrading and conserving valuable breeds/germplasm in the state.
How does the department assist beneficiaries in establishing these units?
The department assists by sponsoring loan applications to banks, purchasing animals, tagging, issuing health certificates, providing veterinary health and other facilities, and imparting 11 days of Dairy husbandry training.
What financial assistance is provided for establishing a Piggery unit?
Beneficiaries receive a 25% subsidy on the cost of livestock availed as a loan, with a maximum of [?]25,000/- as financial assistance for a 10+1 Piggery unit.
What financial assistance is provided for establishing a Sheep/Goat unit?
Beneficiaries receive a 25% subsidy on the cost of livestock availed as a loan, with a maximum of [?]24,500/- as financial assistance for a 15+1 Sheep/Goat unit.
When will the financial assistance be provided?
Financial assistance will be provided three months after the establishment of the unit and tagging or loan disbursement by the bank, whichever is later, subject to verification by the concerned Veterinary Surgeon.
What happens if there is a delay in financial assistance?
The financial assistance may be delayed due to non-availability of the budget or unforeseen circumstances.
How will the subsidy be provided to the beneficiary?
The subsidy will be provided in the loan account of the beneficiary.
Is livestock insurance covered under the scheme?
If any Livestock Insurance Scheme is operational, the insurance of animals will be covered. If not, the beneficiary or bank must arrange for the insurance.
Can groups, firms, or organizations apply under the scheme?
No, the scheme is for individual beneficiaries only.
What are the age criteria for applicants?
Applicants should be between 18 to 55 years of age and residents of Haryana.
Are there any educational qualifications required to apply?
No, there are no mandatory educational qualifications or training requirements.
What facility must the applicant have for keeping animals?
The applicant should have space or a shed for keeping the animals.
Can an applicant who has previously benefited from any Departmental Scheme apply again?
No, applicants who have previously availed of benefits under any Departmental Scheme for livestock unit establishment are not eligible.
What if the applicant lives in a different place than where the animals are kept?
The jurisdiction area will be the place where the animals are kept or intended to be kept within Haryana.
How can one apply for the scheme?
Unemployed persons desirous of establishing units under the scheme can apply online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. The applicant may also submit their applications through Common Service Centres, Antodaya Kendra, Atal Sewa Kendra, e-disha Centres or any other such centres.
How long is the Dairy husbandry training provided?
The Dairy husbandry training is for 11 days at the concerned Sub Division/District Level.