What benefits does National Livestock Mission (NLM) provide?

Up to 50% capital subsidy (max ₹50 lakh) for entrepreneurship projects. Sub-components: Entrepreneurship Development, Breed Development, Innovation, Fodder & Feed. Fodder development funding up to ₹50 lakh for silage/hay units. Bank loan support — subsidy is back-ended through the lender

Who is eligible for National Livestock Mission (NLM)?

Individuals, FPOs, SHGs, JLGs, Section 8 companies. Project cost typically ₹10 lakh and above. Should have own contribution of ~10% and bank loan for the rest

What documents are needed to apply for National Livestock Mission (NLM)?

Aadhaar card. Passport-size photo. Bank passbook copy. Proof of cattle ownership (or vet certificate). Land/lease document or PAN card. Detailed project report (DPR). Bank in-principle loan sanction letter. Project land documents (owned/leased ≥7 years)

How do I apply for National Livestock Mission (NLM)?

Register on the NLM portal (link below). Upload DPR and required documents. State Implementing Agency reviews and forwards to bank. Subsidy released to bank after project commissioning

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Central Last reviewed: 2025-05-25

National Livestock Mission (NLM)

राष्ट्रीय पशुधन मिशन

Entrepreneurship and capital-subsidy scheme for livestock sector — poultry, sheep, goat, piggery and fodder. Up to 50% back-ended capital subsidy.

Ministry / Department: Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD)

Key benefits

Up to 50% capital subsidy (max ₹50 lakh) for entrepreneurship projects
Sub-components: Entrepreneurship Development, Breed Development, Innovation, Fodder & Feed
Fodder development funding up to ₹50 lakh for silage/hay units
Bank loan support — subsidy is back-ended through the lender

Who can apply

Individuals, FPOs, SHGs, JLGs, Section 8 companies
Project cost typically ₹10 lakh and above
Should have own contribution of ~10% and bank loan for the rest

Documents needed

Aadhaar card
Passport-size photo
Bank passbook copy
Proof of cattle ownership (or vet certificate)
Land/lease document or PAN card
Detailed project report (DPR)
Bank in-principle loan sanction letter
Project land documents (owned/leased ≥7 years)

How to apply

Register on the NLM portal (link below)
Upload DPR and required documents
State Implementing Agency reviews and forwards to bank
Subsidy released to bank after project commissioning

Indigenous Indian cow breeds

Go-LX maintains a deep encyclopedia of 19 indigenous Indian cow breeds — origin, milk yield, price band, vaccination schedule and live listings for each.

Browse all breeds

Always verify on the official site

Subsidy amounts, eligibility and deadlines change with each budget. This page is a starting point — check the official portal for current details before applying.

Visit official site

Looking to purchase or adopt cows under this scheme?

Explore verified listings of indigenous cows available for sale and adoption on Go-LX.

Browse Listings

Related schemes

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Central Last reviewed: 2025-05-25

National Livestock Mission (NLM)

राष्ट्रीय पशुधन मिशन

Entrepreneurship and capital-subsidy scheme for livestock sector — poultry, sheep, goat, piggery and fodder. Up to 50% back-ended capital subsidy.

Ministry / Department: Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD)

Key benefits

Up to 50% capital subsidy (max ₹50 lakh) for entrepreneurship projects
Sub-components: Entrepreneurship Development, Breed Development, Innovation, Fodder & Feed
Fodder development funding up to ₹50 lakh for silage/hay units
Bank loan support — subsidy is back-ended through the lender

Who can apply

Individuals, FPOs, SHGs, JLGs, Section 8 companies
Project cost typically ₹10 lakh and above
Should have own contribution of ~10% and bank loan for the rest

Documents needed

Aadhaar card
Passport-size photo
Bank passbook copy
Proof of cattle ownership (or vet certificate)
Land/lease document or PAN card
Detailed project report (DPR)
Bank in-principle loan sanction letter
Project land documents (owned/leased ≥7 years)

How to apply

Register on the NLM portal (link below)
Upload DPR and required documents
State Implementing Agency reviews and forwards to bank
Subsidy released to bank after project commissioning

Indigenous Indian cow breeds

Go-LX maintains a deep encyclopedia of 19 indigenous Indian cow breeds — origin, milk yield, price band, vaccination schedule and live listings for each.

Browse all breeds

Always verify on the official site

Subsidy amounts, eligibility and deadlines change with each budget. This page is a starting point — check the official portal for current details before applying.

Visit official site

Looking to purchase or adopt cows under this scheme?

Explore verified listings of indigenous cows available for sale and adoption on Go-LX.

Browse Listings

Related schemes

Central