Establishment of Entrepreneur for Breed Development in Small Ruminant Sector (Sheep and Goat Farming)
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Department: Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Self Help Groups (SHGS)

The scheme for the "Establishment of Entrepreneurs for Breed Development in the Small Ruminant Sector (Sheep and Goat Farming)" falls under the Sub-mission on Breed Development of Livestock and Poultry. The Entrepreneurs / Eligible Entities can establish sheep and goat breeding unit.

Benefits:
**CAPITAL SUBSIDY STRUCTURE**

- Maximum capital subsidy of Rs. 50 lakh offered, split into two equal instalments.
- Subsidy is specifically for capital expenditure, not operational costs.
- Instalments are released through SIDBI based on project milestones.

**DISBURSEMENT PROCESS FOR BANK-FINANCED PROJECTS**

- First instalment released after bank provides initial loan and SIA confirmation.
- Second instalment provided after project completion and SIA certification.
- SIDBI manages fund transfer through scheduled banks/financial institutions.

**SELF-FINANCING PROJECT REQUIREMENTS**

- Project requires bank appraisal where entrepreneur holds account.
- First 50% subsidy released after verified 25% infrastructure expenditure.
- Remaining subsidy provided post-project completion and SIA verification.

**BANK GUARANTEE SPECIFICATIONS**

- Three-year bank guarantee required for self-financing projects.
- Guarantee must cover project cost beyond subsidy amount.
- Original document held by State Implementing Agency with copies for online portal.

**EXCLUSIONS FROM SUBSIDY**

- Subsidy not applicable for working capital needs.
- Personal vehicles and land purchase not covered.
- Rental and lease costs ineligible for subsidy support.

Eligibility:
1. Individuals
1. Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
1. Farmer Cooperatives (FCOs)
1. Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
1. Joint Liability Groups (JLGs)
1. Section 8 Companies

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 ProcessesStep 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.
Track Application Status
You can check your application status from the "TRACK STATUS" tab available in the upper right corner of the portal
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Documents Required:
A. Documents Related to Project
Detailed project report (DPR)* including cost of project, means of finance, recurring cost, net income etc.
Land document (Ownership / Lease deed/ Rent Agreement etc.)
Photographs of project site
Documentary proof of applicant’s share in the project
List of farmers linked/attached with applicant comprising Name, Aadhar Number, Mobile No. and Address
B. Documents Related to Applicant 
PAN card*
GST registration certificate
Certificate of Incorporation (In case of company)
Partnership Deed (In case of partnership firm)
Address Proof* (Election Commission Photo ID card, Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Telephone Bill, Passbook, rent agreement etc.)
Last three years audited Annual financial statements, if applicable
Last three years income tax returns, if applicable
Bank statement for last six months
Canceled cheque along with bank mandate form*
C. Documents Related to Key Promoter
PAN Card*
Aadhar Card*
Address Proof * (Election Commission Photo ID card, Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Telephone Bill, Passbook, rent agreement etc.) 
Photograph*
Caste certificate, if applicable
Education certificates
Training certificates
Experience letter/ certificate about any livestock farming activities done earlier