NLMPPE

National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur

6.6/10

The scheme aims to promote entrepreneurship in pig farming by providing a one-time capital subsidy of up to ₹30 lakh to eligible entrepreneurs and organizations to establish breeder farms.

Central Cash

States / UT: All India

Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying

Nodal department: Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying

Scheme for: Infra

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Business & Entrepreneurship, Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Animal husbandry, Entrepreneurship development

Target beneficiaries: Self Help Groups (SHGS), Business Entity, Individual, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Registered Societies

Tags: Enterpreneurship, Subsidy, Genetic Upgradation, Pork Export, Pork Production, Piggery, Entrepreneur

Details

The "Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur" is a scheme implemented under the Sub-mission on Breed Development of Livestock and Poultry, which is a component of the National Livestock Mission (NLM). This initiative is introduced by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India. Under this scheme, a one-time capital subsidy of up to ₹30 lakh is provided to entrepreneurs, Self Help Groups (SHGs), Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs), Farmers Cooperatives (FCOs), Joint Liability Groups (JLGs), and Section 8 companies for the establishment of breeder farms. The scheme is implemented by the State Implementing Agency of the State Animal Husbandry Department under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD), Government of India.
Objectives:

  • Promotion of entrepreneurship & investment and creation of forward & backward linkages in the sector improvement of per animal productivity of pig population of the country through genetic upgradation.
  • To substitute import dependency in pork and start export of pork and pork products.
  • Spreading awareness about scientific rearing practices, nutrition, disease prevention etc.

Benefits

  • 1. Capital Subsidy:
  • A one-time capital subsidy of 50% of the total project cost, up to ₹30 lakh, will be provided for infrastructure, breeding animals, transportation, insurance, and equipment/machines. Note 1: No subsidy will be provided for land purchase, rent, lease cost, working capital, or personal vehicles. Note 2: The funding will be provided for the cost of housing, breeding animals along with transportation & insurance cost, equipment /machines. 2. Mode of Disbursement:
  • The subsidy will be provided in two equal instalments by SIDBI to the scheduled bank or financial institution
  • The first installment (50% of the subsidy) will be released after the financial institution releases the first loan installment and confirms the same with the State Implementing Agency
  • The second instalment (the remaining 50% of the subsidy) will be released after project completion, subject to verification by the State Implementing Agency. 3. Disbursement in Self-Financed Mode:
  • For self-financed projects, the first installment will be disbursed when the entrepreneur has spent 25% of the project cost on infrastructure and the expenditure has been verified by the State Implementing Agency
  • The second installment will be provided after the project is completed and verified by the State Implementing Agency. 4. Bank Guarantee Requirement for Self-Financing Mode
  • The entrepreneur must provide a Bank Guarantee valid for three years for the remaining project cost beyond the subsidy amount
  • The Bank Guarantee should be in favor of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying

1. Capital Subsidy:

  • A one-time capital subsidy of 50% of the total project cost, up to ₹30 lakh, will be provided for infrastructure, breeding animals, transportation, insurance, and equipment/machines.

Note 1: No subsidy will be provided for land purchase, rent, lease cost, working capital, or personal vehicles.
Note 2: The funding will be provided for the cost of housing, breeding animals along with transportation & insurance cost, equipment /machines.
2. Mode of Disbursement:

  • The subsidy will be provided in two equal instalments by SIDBI to the scheduled bank or financial institution.
  • The first installment (50% of the subsidy) will be released after the financial institution releases the first loan installment and confirms the same with the State Implementing Agency.
  • The second instalment (the remaining 50% of the subsidy) will be released after project completion, subject to verification by the State Implementing Agency.

3. Disbursement in Self-Financed Mode:

  • For self-financed projects, the first installment will be disbursed when the entrepreneur has spent 25% of the project cost on infrastructure and the expenditure has been verified by the State Implementing Agency.
  • The second installment will be provided after the project is completed and verified by the State Implementing Agency.

4. Bank Guarantee Requirement for Self-Financing Mode

  • The entrepreneur must provide a Bank Guarantee valid for three years for the remaining project cost beyond the subsidy amount.
  • The Bank Guarantee should be in favor of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.

Eligibility

General Eligibility:

  1. The applicant should be an Individual Entrepreneur, Self Help Group (SHG), Farmers Producer Organization (FPO), Farmers Cooperative (FCO), Joint Liability Group (JLG), or Section 8 Company.
  2. The applicant should be interested in setting up a breeder farm with at least 100 sows and 25 boars.
  3. The applicant should obtain breeding animals from Central/State Government farms, universities, or local farmers with high genetic merit.
  4. The applicant should arrange the remaining funds through a bank loan, financial institution loan, or self-financing.

Essential requirements of beneficiaries to avail benefit under the submission:

  • Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities either have obtained training or have trained experts or have sufficient experience in the relevant field in managing and running the project or have technical experts with sufficient experience in the relevant field of managing and running the project.
  • The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities have got the sanction loan for project by the bank or financial institutions furnished bank guarantee from scheduled bank along with appraisal of project for its validity by bank where it is holding the account.
  • The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities should have own land or lease land where the project will be established.
  • The Entrepreneurs/ Eligible Entities have all the relevant documents for KYC.

Notes:

  1. The applicant should not seek subsidy for land purchase, rent, lease, working capital, or personal vehicles.
  2. In case of self-financing mode, the applicant must submit a Bank Guarantee valid for three years for the remaining project cost.
  3. The project should be appraised by a bank where the entrepreneur holds an account.
  4. The State Implementing Agency will monitor the project's progress for two years.

How useful is this scheme?

Public benefit analysis

A practical look at this scheme for citizens

AI-generated insights showing how useful, accessible, and practical this scheme may be — combining deterministic scoring rules with a public-policy LLM analyst.

6.6
/ 10
Public Benefit Score
Accessibility 6.0/10 Moderate
Rural usefulness 4.0/10 Moderate
Application complexity 7.0/10 Challenging
Financial impact 9.5/10 Good
Literacy barrier 8.0/10 Challenging
Women inclusivity 7.0/10 Good
Awareness 7.5/10 Good
Implementation reliability 8.0/10 Good
Bigger shape means a better fit for citizens
  • Accessibility6.0
  • Financial impact9.5
  • Rural utility4.0
  • Awareness7.5
  • Simplicity3.0
  • Inclusivity7.0

What problem does this scheme solve?

The scheme promotes entrepreneurship in pig farming through financial assistance, aiming to improve productivity and reduce import dependency.

Key challenges addressed

  • Financial support for establishing pig breeding farms
  • Promotion of local pig farming and entrepreneurship

Most beneficial for

  • Individuals interested in pig farming
  • Self Help Groups (SHGs)
  • Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs)

Likely challenges

  • Complex application process
  • Requirement for bank loans and guarantees
  • Need for technical expertise

Practical insights for citizens

Practical for those with prior knowledge of pig farming and access to financial resources

Rural challenges

  • Limited access to financial institutions
  • Lack of awareness about the scheme

Digital challenges

  • Dependence on internet access for application
  • Potential lack of digital literacy

Implementation bottlenecks

  • Delays in loan sanctioning
  • Verification processes may slow down disbursement

Awareness challenges

  • Limited outreach in rural areas
  • Need for better communication of benefits

Application analysis

Application mode
Online portal
Documents burden
Moderate, requires KYC and project-related documents
Verification complexity
High, involves multiple agencies
Office dependency
Moderate, requires interaction with banks and agencies
DBT dependency
No direct benefit transfer
CSC support
Available through local CSCs
Estimated citizen effort
High, due to documentation and verification

Estimated beneficiary reach

  • Rural / urban reach High
  • Gender reach Moderate
  • Target income group Low to middle-income groups
  • Occupation reach Agriculture and entrepreneurship

Benefit analysis

Benefit type
Cash
Benefit frequency
One-time capital subsidy
Benefit practicality
High, as it provides significant financial support for infrastructure
Financial meaningfulness
High, with a maximum subsidy of ₹30 lakh
Long-term impact
Positive, if projects are successfully implemented and managed

Plain-language guidance

This scheme helps individuals and groups start pig farming by providing financial support. You can get up to ₹30 lakh as a subsidy to set up your farm.

Who should apply
Individuals, SHGs, and organizations interested in pig farming.
Who may struggle
First-time applicants with limited financial knowledge or digital access.
Best application route
Apply via the official National Livestock Mission website.

This intelligence section is generated by an AI policy analyst combined with rule-based scoring. Scores and narrative are estimates derived from the publicly available scheme information shown on this page; actual experience may vary by state, district, and department. Always confirm details on the official portal before you apply.

Application Process

Online

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of "National Livestock Mission" and click "Apply Here".
Step 2: The following methods of Logging In will be displayed:

  • Login as Entrepreneur
  • Login as Government / Other Agencies
  • Login as Research & Innovation

Login to the website using your preferred method.
Step 3: On the next page, verify your Mobile Number via OTP. You will be taken to the Online Application Form.
Step 4: In the form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.
Step 5: Agree to the "Declaration & Authorization" by ticking the checkbox. Provide the Date & Place, and finally click "Submit".

Post-Application Processes

Step 1: Screening of application by State Implementing Agency (SIA)
SIA will scrutinize the submitted application and will recommend the application of the entrepreneurs/ eligible entities to avail balance financing for the project through scheduled banks or financial institutions like National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) etc.
Step 2: Loan sanction by Lender
After the recommendation of the project by SIA, the same will be considered by the bank or financial institutions for financing. Lender will pick the application along with all the documents from the portal and will approve the loan after examining the project/ documents submitted by applicant and completing their internal deligent process. After sanctioning the loan, Lender will upload sanction letter on the portal.
Step 3: Recommendation from State Level Executive Committee (SLEC)
Once the bank or financial institution sanction the project, SIA shall place the same in SLEC for recommending the application to the Central Government (Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying).
Step 4: Approval of subsidy by DAHD
DAHD will approve the subsidy and will mark the approval of the same on portal.
Step 5: Disbursement and release of subsidy
After compliance of terms and conditions mentioned in the sanction letter, lender will disburse the loan amount to the beneficiary. fund the subsidy amount for the approved projects through Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to the lending Bank or financial institutions as the case may be to release the subsidy to Beneficiaries.

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Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is this scheme, and how can it help me as a pig farmer?

This scheme provides financial assistance to entrepreneurs in pig farming by offering a 50% capital subsidy (up to ₹30 lakh) for setting up a breeder farm. It aims to improve pig productivity, reduce pork imports, and promote scientific rearing practices.

How much financial assistance will I receive?

The government provides 50% of the total project cost, up to a maximum of ₹30 lakh, as a one-time capital subsidy. The remaining amount must be arranged through a bank loan, financial institution, or self-financing.

Will I get the subsidy amount directly in my bank account?

No, the subsidy is released in two instalments through SIDBI to the lending bank or financial institution. The first instalment is given after loan disbursement, and the second is released after project completion and verification.

How much financial assistance will I receive?

The government provides 50% of the total project cost, up to a maximum of ₹30 lakh, as a one-time capital subsidy. The remaining amount must be arranged through a bank loan, financial institution, or self-financing.

Will I get the subsidy amount directly in my bank account?

No, the subsidy is released in two instalments through SIDBI to the lending bank or financial institution. The first instalment is given after loan disbursement, and the second is released after project completion and verification.

What are the conditions for setting up a pig breeding farm?

You must establish a breeder farm with at least 100 sows and 25 boars, sourced from government farms, university farms, or local farmers with high genetic merit.

What happens if I don’t complete the project?

If the project is not completed as per guidelines, the second instalment of the subsidy will not be released. For self-financed projects, the bank guarantee may be invoked.

Can I avail of this subsidy without taking a loan?

Yes, but if you are self-financing, your project must be appraised by a bank, and you must provide a bank guarantee for the remaining project cost beyond the subsidy amount.

How long will my project be monitored after receiving the subsidy?

The State Implementing Agency will monitor the project for two years to ensure proper implementation.

When will I receive the first installment of the subsidy?

The first instalment is released after your loan is sanctioned and disbursed by the bank, and the State Implementing Agency confirms it.

Are there any additional requirements for self-financing applicants?

Yes, self-financing applicants must spend at least 25% of the project cost on infrastructure before receiving the first instalment and submit a bank guarantee valid for three years.

Who do I contact for more details or assistance?

You should contact the State Implementing Agency of your State Animal Husbandry Department under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying for application procedures and support.

What kind of equipment and infrastructure are covered under the scheme?

The subsidy supports housing, breeding stock, transportation, insurance, and essential equipment/machinery. A detailed list of eligible equipment is provided in the scheme guidelines.

References

Guideline
https://www.dahd.gov.in/sites/default/files/2023-11/NLMGuidelinesFinalApprovedByEC.pdf
Leaflet
https://www.dahd.gov.in/sites/default/files/2023-07/NLM-Leaflet-E.pdf
Application Steps
https://www.nlm.udyamimitra.in/Home/PreApplication
Application Form
https://www.nlm.udyamimitra.in/Default/ViewFile/?id=NLM_Application_form_for_entreprenuers.docx&path=MiscFiles
FAQs
https://www.nlm.udyamimitra.in/FAQ

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Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur is a government welfare initiative designed to support Infra, Self Help Groups (SHGS), Business Entity, Individual, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Registered Societies through benefits related to Business & Entrepreneurship, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
Who can apply for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Eligibility for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur may depend on factors such as income category, age, gender, occupation, state of residence, social category, and government-defined beneficiary criteria.
What benefits are offered under National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Benefits under National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur may include financial assistance, subsidies, scholarships, insurance support, healthcare benefits, pension support, training assistance, or welfare services depending on the scheme guidelines.
Which department manages National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur is managed by Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
Can users apply online for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Yes, eligible applicants may be able to apply online for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur through official government portals, authorised service centres, or digital application systems depending on the implementation process.
Is Aadhaar mandatory for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Many government schemes may require Aadhaar verification, identity proof, or linked bank account details for beneficiary validation and direct benefit transfer processing.
Where can users apply for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Applications for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur may be submitted through government departments, official scheme portals, CSC centres, district offices, welfare departments, or authorised service centres.
What documents may be required for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Applicants may need Aadhaar card, income certificate, residence proof, bank account details, caste certificate, photographs, educational records, or occupation-related documents depending on scheme eligibility requirements.
Is income certificate required for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Income certificate requirements may vary depending on beneficiary category, subsidy eligibility, and financial assistance criteria defined under National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur.
Is National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur a central government scheme?
Yes, National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur is a central government welfare initiative that may be implemented across multiple states through authorised departments and agencies.
Can small and marginal farmers apply for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Eligible small and marginal farmers may apply for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur subject to land ownership records, income eligibility, and agricultural beneficiary criteria.
Does National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur provide subsidy support for farmers?
National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur may provide agricultural subsidies, financial assistance, crop support, irrigation benefits, insurance coverage, or farming-related welfare assistance depending on the scheme structure.
Does National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur provide business loan or startup assistance?
National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur may support entrepreneurs, startups, self-employed individuals, MSMEs, or small businesses through financial assistance, subsidies, credit support, or training initiatives.
Is collateral required under National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Collateral requirements may vary depending on the loan amount, implementing agency, financial institution, and government subsidy structure.
Can CSC centres help users apply for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Many government schemes may be accessible through nearby CSC centres, authorised digital service centres, or welfare facilitation offices.
How can users check the latest updates for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Users should verify official notifications, department announcements, application deadlines, and eligibility updates through authorised government portals or implementing agencies.
Can beneficiaries track application status for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur?
Certain schemes may provide online application tracking, beneficiary verification systems, or status-check facilities through official portals.
Where can users get help for National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur in All India?
Users in All India may seek assistance through CSC centres, district welfare offices, government departments, agriculture offices, social welfare departments, or authorised facilitation centres.
Which nearby public services may help with National Livestock Mission: Promotion of Piggery Entrepreneur applications?
Depending on the scheme, users may require support from Aadhaar centres, CSC centres, banks, hospitals, post offices, or government welfare offices for document verification and application assistance.