Goat Farming Loan Scheme 2025: Loans ranging from Rs 4 lakh to Rs 50 lakh have started being avai...

Goat Farming Loan Scheme 2025: Loans ranging from ₹4 lakh to ₹50 lakh are available under the Bakri Palan Loan Yojana. The Goat Farming Loan Scheme, also known as Bakri Palan Loan Yojana in Hindi, is part of the Central Government's National Livestock Mission (NLM). This scheme is running from 2021-22 and will continue until 2025-26. Its aim is to promote animal husbandry, provide employment, and increase meat, milk, and wool production. Rural youth, women, self-help groups, and FPOs can apply. According to the latest data from 2025, a 50% subsidy is available for goat breeding farms under the NLM, up to a maximum of ₹25 lakh. A minimum of 500 female goats and 25 male goats is required to start a farm. There are also state-level schemes, such as Bihar's subsidy of up to ₹7.82 lakh and Rajasthan's subsidy of 50-60%. Benefits of the Scheme Loan and Subsidy: Loans ranging from ₹4 lakh to ₹50 lakh are available, with up to 50% subsidy. Small loans without guarantee are also available. Training: The government provides free training on goat rearing, health, and breeding. Employment: Increases employment in rural areas. One farm can employ 5-10 people. Increasing production: Goats provide milk, meat, and manure, which sell well in the market. Low cost: Goats are raised in a small space and grow quickly. Who can meet the eligibility criteria? Indian citizens, ages 18-65 years. Rural farmers, unemployed youth, women, and SC/ST categories are preferred. Some experience or training certificate in goat rearing. No major debt. There may be slight variations across states, such as extra benefits for those with BPL cards in Bihar. Required Documents Aadhaar card, voter ID. Bank account details. Income certificate, unemployment certificate. Photos, project report. Caste certificate for SC/ST. From sk news 21…..