Integrated Dairy Development Scheme Gujarat
This scheme from Gujarat's Tribal Development Department supports tribal women below the poverty line by providing milch cattle, dairy equipment, and up to ₹90,000 in combined financial assistance. The support is structured as a mix of a GTDC loan, central government subsidy, state government grant, and a small beneficiary contribution — making dairy farming accessible with minimal upfront cost. Apply online through the Development Support Agency of Gujarat (D-SAG) portal at dsagsahay.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This scheme from Gujarat's Tribal Development Department supports tribal women below the poverty line by providing milch cattle, dairy equipment, and up to ₹90,000 in combined financial assistance. The support is structured as a mix of a GTDC loan, central government subsidy, state government grant, and a small beneficiary contribution — making dairy farming accessible with minimal upfront cost. Apply online through the Development Support Agency of Gujarat (D-SAG) portal at dsagsahay.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The “Integrated Dairy Development Scheme” was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to uplift tribal families living below the poverty line by providing sustainable livelihood opportunities through dairy farming. Under this scheme, tribal women beneficiaries receive milch cattle along with essential dairy equipment.
Benefits
- Total assistance of ₹90,000 per dairy unit
- GTDC (Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation) loan: ₹29,000
- Government of India subsidy: ₹29,000
- State government grant: ₹29,000
- Beneficiary contribution required: only ₹3,000
- Milch cattle and dairy equipment provided directly to the beneficiary
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a woman
- Must belong to a Scheduled Tribe (ST) community
- Must come from a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family
- Must be a farmer, livestock keeper, or self-employed woman in a tribal or forest area
- Must be interested in starting or expanding a dairy farming livelihood
How to Apply
Application Process:
Step 1: Visit the official website of Development Support Agency of Gujarat (D-SAG), Tribal Development Department. Step 2: Click on Beneficiary Registration. A new page will appears. Select "New beneficiary registration" if you are registering for the first time. Step 3: Register by entering your Ration Card Number and Mobile Number, then click GET OTP. Step 4: Enter the One Time Password (OTP) received on your mobile number and click Register. Step 5: Upon successful registration, a Success pop-up will appear. Step 6: Select your Applicant Type from the available options: Livestock Keeper, Farmer and Livestock Keeper, or Student/Trainee. Click Save. Step 7: Fill in the General Details, Personal Details, Bank Details, as required, and click the Proceed button. Confirm by clicking OK on the pop-up. Step 8: Upload the required documents by clicking Choose File and then Upload File. Step 9: After uploading all documents, a window will appear. Click View to check each document. If any document was uploaded incorrectly, click Delete and re-upload it. Step 10: Once all documents are verified, click the Proceed button. Confirm by clicking OK on the pop-up. Step 11: After completing these steps, your profile will be created, and the portal dashboard will be displayed.
Tracking Process:
Step 1: Visit the official website of Development Support Agency of Gujarat (D-SAG), Tribal Development Department.
Step 2: Click on "Application Status". A pop-up window will appear.
Step 3: Select the "Scheme name" from the options provided.
Step 4: Enter your application number in the designated field.
Step 5: Click on "Application Status" again to view the status of your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the scheme?
Only tribal women from Scheduled Tribes belonging to BPL families.
What is the total financial assistance per unit?
Financial assistance of ₹90,000 per unit.
What is provided under this scheme?
Milch cattle and necessary dairy equipment.
Can non-tribal women apply?
No, the scheme is strictly for Scheduled Tribes.
Which areas are covered?
Tribal and forest areas of Gujarat.
How can I apply?
Apply online at the D-SAG Sahay Portal: https://dsagsahay.gujarat.gov.in/
Is there any application fee?
No, it is free of cost.
Is there any income limit to apply?
Yes, only Below Poverty Line (BPL) families are eligible.
Can I apply offline?
No, the application process is online.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Passport-size Photo
- BPL Card
- Caste Certificate
- Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque
- Age Proof