What do you get under National Livestock Mission?
A 50% capital subsidy on bank-financed or self-financed projects for poultry, sheep and goat, pig breeding and fodder units, released in two instalments.
National Livestock Mission: latest updates
- The portal says projects that got a first subsidy instalment (2022-23 to 2025-26), or were approved by 31 March 2026, must be completed with documents by 31 December 2026, with no further extension. official source
Who is eligible for National Livestock Mission?
- Individuals, self-help groups, FPOs, farmer cooperatives, joint liability groups and Section 8 companies.
- You need a project report and either a bank loan sanction or proof of own funds.
Also check:
- Training or experience in the activity, and land for the unit (own or leased).
Documents needed for National Livestock Mission
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for National Livestock Mission
- Apply online on nlm.udyamimitra.in with your project report.
- The state animal husbandry department checks it, then the bank appraises the loan.
- The subsidy is paid in two instalments as the unit is built.
How to check National Livestock Mission status
- Log in on nlm.udyamimitra.in to see the stage of your application.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for National Livestock Mission?
Individuals, self-help groups, FPOs, farmer cooperatives, joint liability groups and Section 8 companies. You need a project report and either a bank loan sanction or proof of own funds.
How much do I get under National Livestock Mission?
A 50% capital subsidy on bank-financed or self-financed projects for poultry, sheep and goat, pig breeding and fodder units, released in two instalments.
What documents do I need for National Livestock Mission?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); PAN card; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Land records (khatauni, 7/12, patta or similar); Business proof or plan (Udyam, vending certificate, quotation); Passport-size photo.
How do I apply for National Livestock Mission?
Apply online on nlm.udyamimitra.in with your project report. The state animal husbandry department checks it, then the bank appraises the loan. The subsidy is paid in two instalments as the unit is built. Official site: https://nlm.udyamimitra.in/
How do I check National Livestock Mission status?
Log in on nlm.udyamimitra.in to see the stage of your application.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for National Livestock Mission?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much subsidy does NLM give for goat or poultry farming?
The scheme gives a 50% capital subsidy on the project cost, up to the ceiling set for each activity in the guidelines, in two instalments.
What is the last date to finish an NLM project?
The portal says projects that already got their first instalment, or were approved by 31 March 2026, must be completed with documents by 31 December 2026.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.