NLM Subsidy for Sheep and Goat Farming

Up to ₹50 Lakh Capital Subsidy for Rural Livestock Entrepreneurs

Table of Content

1. What is the National Livestock Mission (NLM)
2. NLM Subsidy for Poultry – Hatchery, Breeding & Mother Units
3. NLM Subsidy for Sheep and Goat Farming
4. NLM Subsidy for Piggery Farming
5. NLM Subsidy for Horse, Donkey & Camel Breeding
6. NLM Subsidy for Feed & Fodder Value Addition Units
7. NLM Subsidy for Seed Processing & Grading Units

About the Scheme

The National Livestock Mission (NLM) offers up to 50% capital subsidy (maximum ₹50 Lakhs) for establishing sheep and goat breeding units under the entrepreneurship development initiative. The goal is to organize and scale up the small ruminant sector, making it a viable and sustainable business model across India.

Whether you are an individual entrepreneur, SHG, JLG, FPO, FCO, or a Section 8 Company, this scheme offers financial support to help you set up infrastructure, purchase high-genetic-breed livestock, and create strong backward and forward linkages.

What the Scheme Covers

Eligible costs include:

• Shed construction (housing, kid shed, sick pen)
• Purchase & transport of animals
• Fodder cultivation (up to 5 acres)
• Equipment (chaff cutter, silage machine, etc.)
• Insurance for livestock

Land cost, rent, vehicles, and working capital are not eligible for subsidy.

Who is Eligible?

• Individual Entrepreneurs
• Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
• Joint Liability Groups (JLGs)
• Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs)
• Farmers Cooperatives (FCOs)
• Section 8 Companies

Applicants must have either prior experience or hire trained experts, provide KYC and margin money, and must be able to run the unit for at least 3 years.

Funding & Disbursement

🔹 50% capital subsidy in two installments
🔹 Loan-based or self-financing models accepted
🔹 Self-financing applicants must submit a 3-year bank guarantee
🔹 First subsidy installment released after 25% infra investment
🔹 Second installment released after project completion and verification