Subsidy Scheme For Establishment Of 100 Broiler Birds' Farm For Schedule Caste
Scheduled Caste individuals in Gujarat can set up a 100-bird broiler poultry farm and receive a 75% subsidy (up to ₹27,000) credited directly to their bank account. The scheme provides supplementary income for SC families through small-scale poultry farming. Apply offline at the nearest Intensive Poultry Development Project Office or District Poultry Extension Centre.
About This Scheme
Scheduled Caste individuals in Gujarat can set up a 100-bird broiler poultry farm and receive a 75% subsidy (up to ₹27,000) credited directly to their bank account. The scheme provides supplementary income for SC families through small-scale poultry farming. Apply offline at the nearest Intensive Poultry Development Project Office or District Poultry Extension Centre.
Full official description
The scheme “Subsidy Scheme for Establishment of 100 Broiler Birds' Farm for Schedule Caste” was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat to provide supplementary income to Schedule Caste People of the society. Under this scheme, beneficiaries will have to bring 100 low-input broiler birds, poultry feed, and water & feed utensils. The subsidy will be given 75% (maximum ₹27000/- cash in direct bank account) to the eligible beneficiary. Terms and conditions of the scheme:-
- The beneficiary should have taken poultry-keeping training.
- Eligible applications will be sanctioned by the Regional joint director.
- The beneficiary should have either its own land or he will have to take land for two years on a lease base.
- The beneficiary will have to prepare a poultry shed having a capacity of 100 Sq. feet.
- The birds will be given vaccination regularly.
- As and when birds get infected, they should be given treatment immediately.
- As and when the Government officer visits the farm the beneficiary will have to show income and expenditure statement.
- In normal cases, the unit will have to maintain for two years.
- In all terms and conditions, the final authority will be the Director of Animal Husbandry, Gujarat State, Gandhinagar.
Benefits
- 75% subsidy on total unit cost, up to ₹27,000 credited directly to your bank account
- Covers 100 low-input broiler birds, poultry feed, and water/feed equipment
- Regular vaccination provided for the birds under the scheme
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an adult belonging to Scheduled Caste from Gujarat state
- Must provide income proof and a caste certificate with application
- Women and BPL (below poverty line) applicants are given priority
- Must have completed poultry-keeping training before applying
- Must have own land or a lease on land for at least 2 years
- Must set up a poultry shed of at least 100 sq. feet
- Must maintain the unit for at least 2 years
How to Apply
Step 01: The applicant needs to visit the nearest Intensive Poultry Development Project Office or District Poultry Extension Centre and collect the application form. Step 02: Fill in all the mandatory fields of the application form, attach all the (self-attested) required documents, and submit it to the designated receiving authority. Step 03: After successful verification, the applicant can avail the benefit of the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide supplementary income to Schedule Caste People of the society of Gujarat State.
Which department has started this scheme?
Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat
Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
The benefits of this scheme will only be given to the adult of Schedule Caste people of the society of Gujarat state.
How many members of a family can get the benefits of this scheme?
Only one member of a family can be benefited from this scheme.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, a subsidy will be given 75% of the total unit cost (maximum [?]27000/-) to the beneficiary for the establishment of 100 Broiler birds' Unit.
What is the unit cost for the scheme?
The unit cost for the scheme is [?]36000/-.
What will the percentage of subsidy be given to the beneficiary?
The subsidy will be given 75% of the total unit cost (maximum [?]27000/-).
Who will get priority under the scheme?
Females and beneficiaries below poverty line will be given priority.
Is poultry-keeping training mandatory for a beneficiary?
Yes, the beneficiary should have taken poultry-keeping training.
How will the beneficiary receive the subsidy amount?
The beneficiary will receive the subsidy amount directly in the bank account.
Shall the vaccination be given to the birds under the scheme?
Yes, the birds will be given vaccination regularly.
Will the government official visit the farm for inquiry purposes?
Yes, as and when the Government officer visits the farm the beneficiary will have to show income and expenditure statement.
For how many years the farm/unit will have to maintain by the beneficiary?
In normal cases, the unit will have to maintain for two years.
How can a beneficiary apply under the scheme?
The applicant needs to visit the nearest Intensive Poultry Development Project Office or District Poultry Extension Centre and collect the application form.
Who will sanction the applications?
Eligible applications will be sanctioned by the Regional Joint Director of the concerned department.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card
- Income Proof Certificate
- Below Poverty Line Card (If applicable)
- Residence proof
- Caste Certificate
- Disability Certificate from Competent Authority (if applicable)
- Ration Card (if applicable)
- Savings Account Bank Passbook or Cancelled Check