Incentive to Owners of A.I. Born Female Calf through Pure Breeding in Indigenous Cow Across the State
₹3,000 per female calf · AI pure breeding in indigenous cow · Gujarat livestock owners statewide
This Gujarat scheme provides ₹3,000 to livestock owners across the state whose female calf is born through artificial insemination (AI) using pure breeding in indigenous Gir or Kankrej cows, to prevent the decline of these local breeds. The calf must be under 11 months old at the time of application. Apply online through the I-Khedut Portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in, or offline at your nearest Government Veterinary Dispensary or Gram Panchayat.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat scheme provides ₹3,000 to livestock owners across the state whose female calf is born through artificial insemination (AI) using pure breeding in indigenous Gir or Kankrej cows, to prevent the decline of these local breeds. The calf must be under 11 months old at the time of application. Apply online through the I-Khedut Portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in, or offline at your nearest Government Veterinary Dispensary or Gram Panchayat.
Full official description
The scheme "Incentive to Owners of A.I. Born Female Calf through Pure Breeding in Indigenous Cow Across the State" aims to provide financial assistance for female calf born through Artificial Insemination (A.I.) in indigenous cow breeds like Gir and Kankrej to encourage pure breeding and prevent the decline of local cattle breeds in Gujarat.
Benefits
- ₹3,000 per eligible female calf born through AI by pure breeding in indigenous cows
- Claimable once per year per family for one calf
💡 Why Startups Should Care
If your agritech venture serves dairy farmers, this ₹3,000 per calf incentive is a strong engagement hook — farmers who qualify are already adopting improved breeding practices, making them your most tech-forward user segment.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a Gujarat resident and livestock owner
- Female calf must be born through AI by pure breeding in an indigenous (Gir or Kankrej) cow
- Calf must be under 11 months old at the time of application
- One person per family can claim once per year for one female calf
How to Apply
- Visit ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in and click 'Animal Husbandry Schemes'.
- Select the scheme and click 'Apply', then 'Apply New'.
- Complete the application form and confirm it.
- Print the confirmed application and submit with documents to your nearest Taluka office.
- Alternatively, collect the form from your Gram Panchayat or nearest Veterinary Dispensary, fill it in, and submit offline.
- Track status at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹3,000/- per female calf born through Artificial Insemination (A.I.) in indigenous cow breeds like Gir and Kankrej to encourage pure breeding and prevent the decline of local cattle breeds in Gujarat.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Livestock owners residing in Gujarat who own a female calf born through Artificial Insemination (A.I.) using purebred indigenous cow breeds like Gir or Kankrej are eligible to apply.
What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive a financial incentive of ₹3,000/- per female calf born through A.I.
Can an applicant apply for more than one calf in a year?
No, only one female calf per family per year is eligible for the incentive under this scheme.
What is the maximum age limit for the calf to be eligible under the scheme?
The female calf should be less than 11 months old at the time of application.
Are calves born through natural mating eligible for the scheme?
No, only calves born through Artificial Insemination (A.I.) using purebred semen are eligible.
Where can an applicant obtain the Artificial Insemination (A.I.) certificate?
The A.I. certificate must be obtained from the service provider who performed the Artificial Insemination on the indigenous cow.
How is the incentive amount provided to the beneficiaries?
After successful verification and approval, the incentive amount of ₹3,000 is directly credited to the applicant’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Where can applicants submit their applications?
Applicants can apply online through the iKhedut Portal or submit an offline application at the nearest Government Veterinary Dispensary.
Where can an applicant find more details about the scheme?
More information about the scheme is available on the iKhedut portal or by visiting the nearest Veterinary Dispensary.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card
- Cancelled bank cheque or first page of bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked account)
- Barcoded ration card
- Certificate of AI performed (from the AI provider)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)