AI SummaryScheme for Providing Employment Opportunities by Establishing Piggery, Sheep and Goat Units (General) under Mukhya Mantri Antyodaya Parivaar Utthan Yojana offers a 25% subsidy on the cost of livestock for unemployed residents of Haryana who want to set up a 10+1 piggery unit or a 15+1 sheep or goat unit through a bank loan. Haryana government has approved this scheme for the financial year 2026-27 under the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, and applications are accepted on the Antyodaya-SARAL portal.
This is a credit-linked scheme for individual beneficiaries. Eligible people can get financial support to start their own small livestock business and create a regular source of income. The department sponsors the loan application to the bank, helps with the purchase and tagging of animals, issues health certificates, and provides veterinary support like free vaccination and management guidance. Beneficiaries can also get 11 days of animal husbandry training at the district or sub-division level.
Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities by Establishing Piggery, Sheep and Goat Units (General) under Mukhya Mantri Antyodaya Parivaar Utthan Yojana - Introduction
Mukhya Mantri Antyodaya Parivaar Utthan Yojana is the umbrella scheme of Haryana government under which the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department runs this piggery, sheep and goat unit subsidy scheme for general category unemployed persons. The department has published the scheme for the year 2026-27 with district-wise targets for piggery and sheep or goat units.
Whether a participant from a rural village wants to start a 10+1 piggery unit or someone from a nearby town wishes to set up a 15+1 sheep or goat unit, this scheme helps them by covering 25% of the livestock cost as subsidy. The subsidy is credited to the loan account of the beneficiary after the unit is established and verified.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities by Establishing Piggery, Sheep and Goat Units (General) under Mukhya Mantri Antyodaya Parivaar Utthan Yojana |
| State | Haryana |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural and Environment |
| Benefit Type | Cash Subsidy |
| Beneficiary | Individual |
| Main Department | Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Government of Haryana |
| Application Mode | Online through Antyodaya-SARAL portal and offline at district offices |
| Official Website | saralharyana.gov.in |
Benefits
This scheme provides financial support to start a livestock business through a bank-linked loan. Eligible people receive a 25% subsidy on the cost of livestock purchased through the approved loan. Maximum assistance available for each unit type is given below.
| Unit Type | Maximum Subsidy Amount |
|---|---|
| 10+1 Piggery Unit | ₹25,000 |
| 15+1 Sheep or Goat Unit | ₹24,500 |
The subsidy is paid by the government after three months of unit establishment and tagging, or after loan disbursement by the bank, whichever is later, subject to verification by the concerned Veterinary Surgeon. The amount is credited directly to the loan account of the beneficiary. Payment may take time if budget is not available or due to other reasons.
For insurance, if any livestock insurance scheme is running under the department or Haryana Livestock Development Board, the animals are covered under that scheme wherever possible. If no insurance scheme is operational during the year, the beneficiary or bank has to arrange insurance on their own and pay the premium.
Eligibility
Eligibility rules for this scheme are simple and meant for unemployed individual residents of Haryana. Check the following points before applying.
- Applicant should be a resident of Haryana and between 18 and 55 years of age. If the applicant lives at a place different from where animals are kept, the jurisdiction is decided by the place where animals are kept, which must be within Haryana.
- Applicant must be unemployed. Employment even in the private sector bars a person from getting support under this scheme.
- No educational qualification or prior training is required to apply.
- Applicant should have a proper space or shed to keep the animals.
- Anyone who has already received benefits under any departmental scheme for establishment of a livestock unit is not eligible for this scheme.
- Applicant has to submit a self-declaration confirming unemployed status and agreement to follow all scheme rules.
Exclusions
This scheme is made only for individual beneficiaries. Groups, firms, organizations, NGOs, and collective bodies are not allowed to apply for the subsidy.
Application Process
Application for this scheme can be done online through the Antyodaya-SARAL portal as well as offline at the district office. The online method is faster and is the recommended way to apply.
STEP 1 - Go to the official Antyodaya-SARAL portal at saralharyana.gov.in. If you are a new user, click on "New User" under Sign In Here and register by entering name, email ID, mobile number, password and state, then verify the OTP sent to the mobile and email.
STEP 2 - Log in to the portal using the registered email ID, password and captcha. After login, click on "Apply for Services" and then "View all Available Services".
STEP 3 - Search for this scheme and open it. Enter the Parivar Pehchan Patra family ID and click on "Click here to Fetch Family Data" to load family members registered under that family ID.
STEP 4 - Select the applicant name from the family data, enter the OTP sent to the selected family member, and click on "Click to Verify".
STEP 5 - Fill in all mandatory details and upload the required documents. Preview the application form and click on "Submit".
STEP 6 - Track the application on the Antyodaya-SARAL portal status page by entering the department name, scheme name, and application reference ID. The Deputy Director checks applications on a first come, first served basis, and valid applications are sent to the bank for loan sanction through the Sub Divisional Officer.
For offline application, visit the office of the Deputy Director of Animal Husbandry and Dairying in the district, collect the official application form, fill in all details, attach the required documents, and submit the completed form to the designated officer. Offline applications are also processed on a first-come, first-served basis. A local Common Service Centre, Antyodaya Kendra, Atal Sewa Kendra, or e-Disha Centre can also help with the online application.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready while filling the application form. A complete application with correct documents is processed faster.
- Privaar Pahchan Patra (PPP ID) of the family.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card and PAN Card of the applicant.
- Copy of bank passbook or a cancelled cheque for the loan account.
- Proof showing adequate shed or space for keeping the animals.
- Self-declaration of unemployed status and agreement to follow scheme conditions.
- Any other documents asked by the department officials.
References
Scheme Guidelines 2026-27 PDF | Guidelines (Page No. 6) | Scheme Details | Antyodaya-SARAL Portal | Utthan Portal
FAQ's
What is the objective of the Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities by Establishing Piggery, Sheep and Goat Units (General) under Mukhya Mantri Antyodaya Parivaar Utthan Yojana?
The aim of this scheme is to help unemployed residents of Haryana find work by offering a 25% subsidy to set up piggery, sheep, or goat farming businesses through a bank-linked loan.
What are the age limits for applicants?
Applicants should be between 18 and 55 years of age and residents of Haryana.
Can residents from outside Haryana participate?
No, this scheme is strictly for residents of Haryana. The place where animals are kept should also be within Haryana.
Is the 25% subsidy available for all applicants?
Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria, are unemployed, and take a loan for the livestock unit, you can claim the 25% subsidy subject to availability of budget.
What is the maximum subsidy for a 10+1 piggery unit?
The maximum financial support you can receive as a subsidy is ₹25,000 for a 10+1 piggery unit.
What is the maximum subsidy for a 15+1 sheep or goat unit?
You can receive a maximum subsidy of ₹24,500 for a 15+1 sheep or goat unit.
Is the scheme running for 2026-27?
Yes, the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department of Haryana has published the scheme for the year 2026-27 with district-wise targets, and applications are accepted on the Antyodaya-SARAL portal.
Do I need to pay for animal insurance?
If a livestock insurance scheme is operational under the department or Haryana Livestock Development Board, animals are covered under it. If no such scheme is running during the year, you should arrange insurance and pay the premium yourself.
Are there educational requirements to apply?
No, there are no mandatory educational or training requirements for this scheme.
Can a business group or NGO apply?
No, this is an individual-level scheme and does not accept applications from groups, firms, or organizations.
How do I apply for this?
You can apply online through the Antyodaya-SARAL portal at saralharyana.gov.in or by visiting the Deputy Director's office in your district, or by reaching out to your nearest Common Service Centre or Antyodaya Kendra.