Mukhyamantri Bhed/Bakri Palak Uthan Yojana for Scheduled Castes

Mukhyamantri Bhed/Bakri Palak Uthan Yojana for Scheduled Castes is a welfare scheme designed to help unemployed individuals from Scheduled Caste families by giving them free sheep or goat units along with veterinary support so they can earn their own income.

Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department of Haryana runs this scheme for the year 2026-27. The state government has kept the scheme going in the State Revenue Budget for 2026-27 with an amount of Rs. 400.00 lakh earmarked for it.

Mukhyamantri Bhed/Bakri Palak Uthan Yojana for Scheduled Castes - Introduction

Mukhyamantri Bhed/Bakri Palak Uthan Yojana for Scheduled Castes is a dedicated scheme launched by the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Government of Haryana. Through this scheme, the government supports unemployed Scheduled Caste residents by providing sheep or goat units free, covering everything from veterinary care to wool purchase support. Haryana Livestock Development Board (HLDB) acts as the main department running this program.

The project works towards several long-term goals:

1. To promote self-employment through professional sheep and goat husbandry.
2. To improve local livestock breeds and germ plasm within the state.
3. To increase income for economically weaker families.

Key Information

Benefits

The scheme provides the following complete support packages:

• Sheep Unit: You receive 20 Ewes and one Ram along with a green fodder cum salt block feeder.
• Goat Unit: You receive 20 Does and one Buck along with a green fodder cum salt block feeder.
• Veterinary Care: Your animals receive free regular deworming, vaccination, and treatment at government veterinary institutions.
• Wool Support: The department helps you in the purchase of wool generated from your unit.

The financial setup is structured to support your growth as detailed in the table below:

For example, if Ramesh, an eligible applicant, buys a unit for ₹70,000, he contributes ₹17,500 first. The government then pays the seller ₹52,500, and after two months of successful unit verification, the government refunds Ramesh's initial ₹17,500 contribution.

Eligibility

You should meet the following requirements to participate:

1. You should be a member of the Scheduled Caste community.
2. You should be aged between 18 and 55 years.
3. You should be a permanent resident of Haryana.
4. You must hold a valid Parivar Pehchaan Patra (PPP).
5. You should be currently unemployed (not employed in any private, government, or semi-government sector).
6. No specific educational or training background is required.
7. You must submit a self-declaration regarding your unemployment status on the official portal as per Annexure-I.

Application Process

Online Application Process

You can manage your registration through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal by following these steps:

STEP 1 - Register as a new user if you do not have an account.

STEP 2 - Verify your mobile number and email ID using the OTP provided.

STEP 3 - Log in with your credentials and navigate to the 'Apply for Services' section.

STEP 4 - Search for the scheme and select it.

STEP 5 - Enter your Family ID (Parivar Pehchaan Patra) to fetch your household data.

STEP 6 - Select yourself as the applicant and verify via OTP.

STEP 7 - Upload all requested documents and submit your form.

You can track the progress of your application on the official tracking portal using your Application Reference ID.

Note on Service Charges: Gov. charges are nil; however, you may pay ₹10 as a Kendra service fee or ₹30 at an Atal Seva Kendra.

Documents

Make sure you have the following documents ready for your application:

1. Valid Scheduled Caste Certificate.
2. Aadhar Card.
3. Self-Declaration certificate regarding your unemployment status.
4. Affidavit committing to the return of one male and ten female animals after 1.5 years.
5. PAN Card.
6. A signed postdated cheque of ₹70,000.
7. Evidence showing available space for the livestock shed.

References

Official Website | Official Guidelines 2026-27 | Scheme Details | Antyodaya-SARAL Portal

FAQ's

What does Mukhyamantri Bhed/Bakri Palak Uthan Yojana for Scheduled Castes offer?

This scheme provides you with a unit of 20 female and 1 male sheep or goat, including necessary feeding equipment, to help you start your own livestock business.

Who can apply for this scheme?

Unemployed Scheduled Caste residents of Haryana, aged 18 to 55, are eligible to apply.

Is any prior training required?

No, you do not need specific training or educational qualifications to apply.

Are organizations permitted to apply?

No, this is strictly an individual-focused scheme meant for single beneficiaries per household.

What documents are strictly needed?

You must provide your Scheduled Caste Certificate, Aadhar Card, PAN Card, self-declaration, an affidavit for animal return, and a postdated cheque for ₹70,000.

Is animal return mandatory?

Yes, you must sign an affidavit agreeing to return 1 male and 10 female animals after 1.5 years from the purchase date to help support other beneficiaries.